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Recognition That Works for Different People

How to recognize work without forcing everyone into public praise.

Shared Language editorial team

Published · 2 min read

Why this matters

Not everyone likes public praise.

Recognition options

Ask people whether they prefer:

  • Private feedback
  • Written recognition
  • Public praise
  • Specific work-based praise
  • No spotlight

Try this next

Ask one person how they prefer to receive recognition.