Global studies have found recognition of hard work to be more motivating than higher compensation, autonomy, and even promotions. [iStockphoto] When rewarding employees, you have to consider the ...

As organizations expand, human resources leaders often face mounting pressure to develop effective employee recognition programs that can scale alongside growth. While traditional, manual methods ...

Nicole Devine is the Consulting Chief People Officer for PBO Advisory Group. She helps companies plan and manage their HC and HR functions. No two employees are alike—especially when it comes to their ...

Compensation is more complex than just paying employees for their work. It rewards high performers, norms and behaviors to be emulated, and motivates low performers to improve. HR and total rewards ...

Foster a group of employees who take initiative instead of just completing tasks. Here’s how to shift from top-down management to a team that’s truly invested in outcomes. When employees take ...

“Gee, I really wish my boss and colleagues would just ignore all the good work I’ve been doing,” said no one ever. We know people like to be recognized for a job well done. And most times, a simple ...

In these difficult times, we’ve made a number of our coronavirus articles free for all readers. To get all of HBR’s content delivered to your inbox, sign up for the Daily Alert newsletter. As the ...

You want your employees to work harder. They seem to expect a medal for what they’re already doing. You want your employees to feel happy about returning to the office. They don’t. They’d prefer to ...

The return to office just might be worth it. Employees who make it off their couch and into the office are rewarded by their bosses. An overwhelming 86% of US CEOs say “they will reward employees who ...