Yes, There Is An “I” In Team

No matter how strongly we identify with our team or how proud we are to be a member of the team, we still need to be recognized as an individual.

Individual recognition in a team environment also helps build a sense of involvement, ownership, and commitment. This encourages team members to help each other whenever possible. And this type of commitment will make your business more successful.

Take a look at your current procedures for rewards and recognition. Use the following questions to help you improve.

• What types of achievement do you reward in your business environment?
• What action have you taken to ensure all team members feel valued?
• How can you ensure that contributions you might personally miss are recognized?

Create a reward plan that is easy to use and spontaneous. Rewards don’t have to be expensive, but they should be timely. Make a big deal out of them. Demonstrate to your team members that each and every one of them are important to your business success.