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I was reading a novel on the plane today and came across this quote from Napoleon: “Give me enough medals, and I’ll win any war.”
Most of us don’t work on the battle field (even if it can sometimes feel like it), but at one point or another, I’m sure we have felt like we could accomplish anything, if our efforts are recognized and valued.
Medals are cheap. Congratulating someone for a job well done is cheap. A ‘thank you’ note goes a long way. Recognize people for their efforts, and they will want to win wars for you.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qkSe4YM7EY
(sorry, I just couldn’t resist it!)
Thanks Jon, that’s really funny!
Maybe a medal or two would have worked in Napoleon’s day, but I’m not sure you’d find many folks around the office that eager to show off so many flashy pieces of flair. And it doesn’t do much to keep them motivated anyway. Keep it simple, like your example of the ‘thank you’ note, and you’ll be surprised at how far a genuine sign of appreciation can take you.