How to give a Recognition
Recognizing your colleagues is a great way to show appreciation and build a positive team culture. Follow these simple steps to post a recognition on the Newsfeed.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Navigate to the Newsfeed On the main sidebar on the left-hand side of your screen, click on Newsfeed.
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Start a New Post Click on the text box at the top that says "Who are you recognizing?". This will open the recognition editor.
- Note: if you don't choose anyone, then you can create a Post instead.
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Select Recipients
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Choose the colleague(s) you want to recognize.
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Note: You can also select entire Departments or Teams if you want to celebrate a group effort.
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Click Select when you are finished adding people.
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Add Badges & Points
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Badges: Click on Award badges to attach a specific value badge (e.g., "Team Player," "Innovator") to the post.
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Points: In the box next to the Badges area, enter the number of points you wish to award to the recipient(s).
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Write Your Message Type your message in the main text area. Be specific about what the person did and why it matters!
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Personalize it: Use the emoji icon on the right to add flair.
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Add Media: Use the buttons above the "Recognize" button to attach a photo, video, or GIF.
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Check Privacy Settings By default, posts are usually visible to Everyone. If you need to change this, click the privacy setting dropdown on the top right-hand side of the window (e.g., to limit visibility to specific groups).
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Post It! Once you are happy with your message, click the Recognize button to publish it to the company feed.
Tips for Great Recognitions
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Be Timely: Try to send the recognition soon after the event or achievement occurs.
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Connect to Values: Use badges that align with your company's core values.
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