The Recognition Council is a new organization that exists to promote effective employee recognition as a way to increase business performance. The members of this group discuss employee recognition best practices and research current topics in recognition.

The organization just released a new white paper called Pump Up Employee Engagement: Fuel Prosperity with Strategic Recognition. This dynamic paper dives deep into the economic basis for employee recognition as a way to boost business performance in today's economy.

The latest research has been summarized for you from nationally recognized experts such as HR Magazine, Newsweek, Human Capital Institute, Watson Wyatt Worldwide, The Performance Improvement Council, and more. The topics cover the economic recovery, a recovery strategy, demographic expectations and the keys to effective employee recognition.

But, perhaps most importantly, the article discusses the need for genuine caring in the work place. Without a sincere interest in the lives of employees, recognition programs will fail. "Studies prove employees need to feel valued and know the work they do on a daily basis matters…Employees who feel 'cared for' by employers are more likely to return the favor by paying attention to the company's bottom line." (pg. 6)

President of Crystal D, Chuck Dahlgren, is a board member for The Recognition Council. Both Dahlgren and the Council are dedicated to the lives of recognition professionals. The Council publishes white papers and other articles on a regular basis, while Crystal D manufactures crystal awards and wall plaques that act as symbols of appreciation. In addition, Crystal D has a secure website with information on awards, as well as recognition strategies.

Visit www.crystal-d.com and log into the secure area for information on how to develop a recognition program, how to measure the program, and how to find the perfect award.
Visit www.recognitioncouncil.org for additional white papers and articles.

Resources published by The Recognition Council and Crystal D are available to you at no charge. The board members of the Council and the Crystal D writers are seasoned recognition professionals that are eager to share their expertise with you and your organization.