Reinforce Positive Behavior in the Workplace Through Employee Recognition

The benefits of employee recognition are far-reaching. When employees receive recognition for a job well done, they want to repeat the positive behaviors that led to that success, increasing productivity and performance.  

This is because people are neurologically hard-wired to repeat positive behaviors when they receive praise.  “Meaningful recognition activates the brain’s limbic system, causes a rush of dopamine, and compels us to repeat rewarding behaviors,” explains Beth Sunshine, Partner at Up Your Culture.