THE IMPORTANCE OF PRAISE FOR IMPROVED PERFORMANCE

We often talk as coaches about the importance and timing of praise.  We should not that this is not just about your players.  How about praising each other on the staff? Praise your administrators? Praise your managers, secretaries, support staff?  How about praising anyone that you are looking or wanting an improved performance?

Here are some interesting points from "How Full is Your Bucket?" written by Tom Rath and Donald O. Clifton, Ph. D.

Our analysis found that individuals who receive regular recognition and praise:

• Increase their individual productivity

• Increase engagement among their colleagues

• Are more likely to stay with their organization

• Receive higher loyalty and satisfaction scores from customers

• Have better safety records and fewer accidents on the job