These guys in Gallup have done some interesting research on a topic called 'employee engagement'. One of the factors talks about an employee's need for recognition, and this recognition has to be periodic and timely, ideally once atleast in 7 days...
Whenever, you are recognised for doing some good work, a chemical called 'Dopamine' is released in your system. This makes you feel good about yourself. Many of us are not aware of the power of recognition. It's simple, it's cheap, and it's effective...
The other day, mamma gave me a dictation test, and the experience gave me mixed feelings...
Tests are always a little stressful... and you are always concerned about the feedback
Getting judged on your performance is never easy...
It's not a happy experience when someone else finds flaws in your efforts.
The difference between constructive feedback and a positive reinforcement is a fine line... Folks need to be careful about it. Afterall, we are talking about making a guy feel good or bad about himself/herself...
