Workhuman® shares 13 best practices for effective recognition programs based on two decades of experience. Key strategies include creating a universal program, gaining executive support, branding your culture, linking recognition to core values, and investing 1% of payroll in recognition. Program design should focus on local, proportionate awards, encourage active participation, and avoid cash-based rewards. Successful change management requires clear communication and training. Monitoring metrics such as employee engagement and retention helps track success. Lastly, leveraging crowdsourced data provides insights into employee performance and culture.

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