Think back to the times that you were recognized for your accomplishments… Did those times make you a better team member, a better professional, a better person? Recognition is necessary for self-esteem and encourages people to continue to be valuable contributors to the workplace and society.
The social need to belong, as well as the need for confidence and respect, are obtained through recognition both personally and professionally. Psychologically, humans require the social reinforcement and validation of feeling like we belong among our peers and are appreciated by them. When our peers acknowledge our efforts as part of a team, and when they respect what we accomplish, this motivates us to maintain our efforts and provides us with a sense of pride which is indispensable to our psychological development.
The gesture of recognition has the greatest meaning when it is made in public, singling out people in front of their peers and making them feel unique and consequential.
One of the best ways to recognize achievements is by awarding those deserving with certificates commemorating the achievement. When people receive certificates in a Present a Plaque, they are immediately impressed with the quality of the plaque and the effort to make the award more special. Recipients of Present a Plaques will feel important knowing they are receiving an award they will be proud to display.
