Homegrown recognition programs, often ad hoc or DIY, are common but rarely effective without a strategic foundation. To evaluate their success, organizations must ask key questions: How will success be measured? Do you have expertise in motivation and psychology? Is the program aligned with core values? Can you ensure consistency and prevent abuse? Does your reward network offer competitive, memorable options? How will you support and drive adoption? Have you considered administrative burdens and global implications? A well-designed, science-backed recognition system, like Workhuman, delivers measurable results in engagement, retention, and overall success.

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