The Power of Appreciation: Boosting Employee Engagement and Motivation

Anita delves into the power of appreciation in the workplace and explores how it can foster a positive work environment and enhance employee engagement. She differentiates between appreciation and recognition, using Maslow's hierarchy of needs, to illustrate how feeling valued and connected is essential for motivation and fulfilment. Cultural practices used in Japan are also highlighted to show how simple acts of appreciation can make a significant impact.

The episode aims to help with tips to incorporate the act of appreciation into 'business as usual', ultimately creating a more connected and motivated workforce. What will you start, stop, or continue doing to appreciate someone from now on?