40. Wall of fame

Create a “Wall of Fame.” Post customer compliments, charts/graphs depicting positive progress, copies of certificates (e.g., training completed, awards, acknowledgment of achievement, etc.), peer-to-peer notes of thanks, etc.

41. Pay it forward

Develop a unique award that employees pass among each other as an expression of recognition.

42. Open house

Create an “Open House” in which employees can invite family/friends to visit their worksite and see what they do. In preparation for the “event,” ask employees to display their accomplishments in creative ways.

43. T-Shirt design contest

Hold a contest to design a t-shirt that includes the company logo. The winning design is used on a t-shirt to be worn on a special day or for a special event.

44. Health fair

Sponsor a wellness fair to coincide with annual benefits enrollment.

45. Pleasant break room

Redecorate break rooms and continue to ensure they are clean and maintained regularly. Employees want to know the organization appreciates their hard work and are deserving of a quality space to rejuvenate.

46. Post-It praise

Randomly, post a thank-you note/letter of praise on an employee’s office door/desk/work station/equipment.

47. Hidden praise

Hide several positive notes of personal praise around your employees’ work area.

48. Brand-name thanks

Give employees a “branded” treat expressing appreciation, such as Life Savers, Kudos bars, Million Dollar bars, etc.

49. Ambassador assignment

Invite employees to represent their department at a meeting they typically would not attend. Have them report back to their team.