30 Days to a Happy EmployeeHow a Simple Program of
Acknowledgment Can Build Trust and
Loyalty at WorkThe author Dottie Bruce Gandy in this book says that acknowledgment motivates individuals to greater productivity, loyalty to the company, and pride in themselves and in what they do. According to the author it is one of the most cost-effective ways to take good care of your business.Both the affirmer and the affirmed
gain from acknowledging the
value and the
contribution of the one affirmed.The author explains how acknowledgment of the individual’s value and contribution is the key to his continued improvement and satisfaction at work. The long-term retention of an employee requires a reward beyond the paycheck. The author goes on to say that a lack of acknowledgement, praise for an employees work
leads to low morale and thus leads to downgraded performance.And the reverse changes happen when there is appreciation for the work. The author gives some guidelines to gain favor with another person through a 30 day exercise which helps people to get to know each other in a better way. This the authors says develops in the affirmer the
habit of acknowledgment and this habit can only be built with practice.A worth reading books for those who are very systematic and want to improve the working conditions in their work environment.
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