Managers often feel that if they cannot give a financial reward they cannot motivate. Here are some non-financial items that can be given as recognizance.
- Smile
- Thank them
- Give them some time off
- Give them opportunity to work on Interesting project
- Direct them towards a course or a programme
- Offer a meal out
- Send them a Thank you card
- Send them an email recognizing their contribution
- Give them an award
- Gift them a badge/pin/tie
- Share a Book
- Give them some Chocolates
- Sponsor them Theater/film tickets
- Give them compliments publicly
- Give them Positive feedback on performance
- Invite them to coffee or lunch
- Give them solicitations for advice
- Give them recognition in a company publication
- Engage them in a job with more responsibilities
- Make a joint visit to a supplier or customer
- Offer them extended breaks
- Inspire them to work on a personal project
- Allow them to use of any equipment/machinery
- Offer them to make a presentation at a meeting
- Offer them to attend a conference/seminar
See Also:
- Tips To Empower Your People 20
- Nine Irrefutable Ways to Establish and Maintain Profound Relationship with Your Boss
- Project Environment Analysis 8
- Eight Ways To Build Self-Confidence
- What Can Be Termed As A “World Class” Organization?
- Manage Projects By Leveraging Your People’s Happiness
- How To Inaugurate Effectiveness In Your Project Team


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Twitter: tnvora
June 18, 2009 at 7:50 pm
Excellent list – this just goes on to what I have been promoting at my blog – “Goodness at Workplace” and it really works!
Twitter: utpalvaishnav
June 25, 2009 at 1:45 pm
Thanks Tanmay, it absolutely works, doesn’t matter if it is workplace or society or family!
Truly motivational- thank you.
I believe in moving forward in life. Being true to myself and always believing in myself. Keeping my word and never giving up. Supporting and growing friendships.
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Twitter: utpalvaishnav
April 15, 2010 at 10:25 pm
Thanks Abhishek for stopping by and expressing your thoughts. Being true to oneself is the way to live life happily.
Best,
Utpal
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