Have you ever lost a star performer who felt unappreciated?

Scripture: I will give you renown and praise among all the peoples (Zephaniah 3:20).

Today’s Thought: One of the least expensive and most effective ways to reward your employees is with abundant praise and encouragement. Everybody wants to feel appreciated, especially those who are working hard and producing good results.

Don’t assume that your star performers know how you feel, and don’t shy away from giving praise because you think it might go to their heads. Tell them how you feel and follow through with other tangible expressions of your appreciation.

Furthermore, make sure employees know how they fi into the future plans of the business. Give them a vision for how they can earn promotions, salary increases, and other benefits.

Feeling unappreciated and undervalued is the number one reason why top employees look for other jobs. If you express your appreciation for and share your hopes and dreams with members of your staff, you will build a strong foundation for long-term success.

Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones (Proverbs 16:24).

Everybody wants to feel appreciated, especially those who are working hard and producing good results.