RECOGNITION WORKS!

We give an award to the top sales guy, to the person with 25 years of service, to the truck driver with 1 million miles without a chargeable accident. We believe in the power of recognition. The why we do it may seem obvious, but it is a lot more than that.

We use recognition to:

  • Create a culture within the company that affects every attitude.

  • Say thanks and applaud success.

  • Teach others what we as an organization want to achieve.

  • Increase retention of employees.

  • Support Mission and Values.

  • Engage employees.

  • Encourage loyalty.

  • Increase customer satisfaction.

  • In summation, we believe in using recognition everyday to improve the bottom line. If that's important to you, then we're speaking the same language. Come with us on this journey.

    Take a look at the topics we have and see if we can help you with your recognition programs.

  • Need ideas for wording on an awards? See the Thesaurus.

  • Want to implement a sales award program but need to present the concept to management? Check out Sales Awards: An Overview.

  • Want to know the inside scoop on the Lombardi Trophy or the Oscars? Take a look at our ongoing series on Famous Awards.

  • Talk to us. We are here to help you.
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    Thursday, March 8, 2012

    Thesaurus of Recognition Terms

    Posted by Curt Denevan:


    Thesaurus of Award Terms for Inscriptions

    ABILITY - talent, intellect, aptitude, propensity, inclination
    ACCOMPLISHMENT - fulfillment, completion, achievement, realization, attainment, triumph, victory, success, consummation
    ACHIEVEMENT - attainment, accomplishment, consummation, realization, triumph success
    APPRECIATION - thankfulness, gratefulness, obliged, indebted, gratitude, regard, esteem, respect
    ASSISTANCE - support, aid, help, to serve, collaborating with, contribution
    ASSISTANT - aide, helper, acolyte, friend, associate, colleague, second in command, patron, backer, ancillary, adjutant, partner, co-worker, ally
    BEAUTIFUL - lovely, attractive, comely, pretty, elegant, superb, grand, handsome, radiant, ravishing, gorgeous
    BELOVED - loved, adored, worshiped, cherished, dear, favorite, precious, treasured, darling, endeared, valued
    BEST - finest, hightest, first, premium, crowning, incomparable, greatest, top-notch, unequaled, choice
    BESTOW - To present as a gift or an honor; confer
    CAREFULLY - conscientiously, exactly, rigidly, precisely, fastidiously
    CEREMONY - function, commemoration, memorial, rite, ritual, pageant, observance
    CERTIFY - guarantee, attest, confirmed, endorse, assure
    COMMEND - accredit, laud, acclaim, endorse, recommend, approve, acclaim
    CONTINUED - sustained, perseverance, perpetual, sanctioning, enduring, on-going, unrelenting, extended
    CONTRIBUTION - endowment, commitments, donation, sharing, supplying, present, bestowal, charity
    COOPERATION - collaboration, participation, alliance, assistance, team-work, concurrence
    Dedication - devotion, efforts, untiring efforts, commitment
    DEPENDABLE - trustworthy, mainstay, anchor, confidant, patron, reliable, faithful, loyal, unfailing, true
    DETERMINATION - resolution, certainty, persistence, conviction, steadfastness, perseverance, intransigence
    DEVELOP - extend, expand, advance, promote, build, enrich, cultivate
    DILIGENT - zealous, energetic, vigorous, undeviating, assiduous, unremitting, intense, industrious, persistent
    DISTINGUISHED - illustrious, venerable, renowned, honored, celebrated, esteemed, remarkable, outstanding, great, extraordinary
    EDUCATION - edification, enrichment, teaching, instruction, enlightenment, tutelage, knowledge
    EFFORT - endeavor, labor, work, undertaking, venture, task commitment, exertion
    EMPHASIS - underline, dramatize, pronounce, accentuate, underscore, punctuate
    ENDURING - lasting, permanent, surviving, continual, unchanging, uninterrupted, tenacious, perennial, tolerating
    ESTABLISH - institute, found, formulate, construct, organize, inaugurate, start, bring about
    EXCELLENT - magnificent, supreme, peerless, foremost, exemplary, desirable, paramount, superior, superlative, exceptional, tremendous, wonderful
    FRIENDSHIP - association, brotherhood, companionship, confidant
    GIVE - grant, bestow, confer, impart, present, award, convey, contribute to, lavish upon
    GUIDANCE - direction, leadership, supervision, management, oversight, suggestion, counsel
    HAPPY - joyous, merry, convivial, congenial, mirthful, charmed, spirited
    INSTILL - infuse, impress, inspire
    INVOLVEMENT - link, connection, participation, affiliation, commitment
    JUDGEMENT - knowledge, discrimination, understanding, perception, acuteness, keenness, intuition
    KINDNESS - good intentions, consideration, helpfulness, indulgence, courtesy, thoughtfulness, altruism, graciousness
    LEADERSHIP - administration, authority, foresight, command, supremacy
    NOBLE - honorable, heroic, brilliant, excellent, princely, magnanimous, courtly, dignified, splendid, exalted, distinguished
    OUTSTANDING - notable, distinguished, highly regarded, impressive, worthy, considerable, enthusiastic
    PATIENCE - forbearance, fortitude, composure, endurance
    PRAISE - applaud, cheer, acclaim, endorse, eulogize, admire
    PRESENTED - awarded, bestowed, conferred, given, endowed, delivered
    PROFIT - benefit, thrive, prosper, gain
    PROMOTE - advance, forward, encourage, expand, nourish, improve, bolster
    RECOGNITION - in acknowledgement of, remembrance, acknowledgement, commendation
    RESPECT - esteem, honor, regard, admiration
    RETIREMENT - withdrawal, resignation, departure
    SERVICE - assistance, cooperation, performance of duty, help, servitude
    SINCERELY - truthfully, honestly, earnestly, genuinely, profoundly
    SPECIAL - exceptional, distinctive, unusual, unique, exclusive, extraordinary
    SUPPORT - upkeep, responsibility for, provide, promote, sustain, further, maintain, patronize, subsidize
    THANKS - appreciation, gratefulness, acknowledgement, gratitude

    For more information, call RCB Awards at 1-800-929-9110 even if you would like help with an inscription, we would be glad to help.

    Wednesday, January 6, 2010

    Award Title and Copy/Text Ideas


    Sometimes generating the perfect award copy or even the ideal award title can be difficult.  To jumpstart your creative thinking, have a look at the following lists of award titles and copy snippets.
    Award Title Ideas
    AnniversaryRetirementService
    AchievementCertificationMembership
    DealershipDistributorshipSafety
    ManagementLoyaltyEmployee Excellence
    SalesVictoryJob Well Done
    AppreciationMotivation_____ of the Year
    DedicationEfficiencyImprovement
    ExcellencePerformanceMerit
    QuotaQualityAttendance
    Award Copy/Text Ideas
    • For outstanding service in advancing our mission
    • In recognition of outstanding customer satisfaction through progressive management, dedicated employees, and high standards of operational excellence
    • For exceptional service in the field of ___ to clients, we proudly award this symbol of recognition
    •  In recognition of dedicated service and invaluable contribution toward the ongoing success of ___
    • Achieving customer satisfaction and loyalty through teamwork and a commitment to excellence
    • For your outstanding contributions in the development of ___
    • In recognition of demonstrated expertise and commitment to providing outstanding business solutions
    • In recognition of outstanding sales & service performance
    • For significant contributions to the growth of ___
    • For breakthrough performance
    • In recognition of unsurpassed performance and creativity in helping us achieve our goals
    • In recognition of outstanding performance and creativity
    • Thank you for your extraordinary support in accelerating our global growth
    • In appreciation of your invaluable service and continuing contributions to our success
    • For exceptional performance in helping to improve productivity and profitability through superior technology and service
    • In appreciation of your partnership, production and service
    • For exceptional leadership and performance
    • In recognition of your exemplary service and outstanding dedication
    • In recognition of outstanding performance and commitment in providing business solutions for the global marketplace
    • In recognition of your achievement and commitment to service excellence
    • In recognition of your faithful service, commitment and dedication
    • Recognizing your superior efforts in helping our company outpace, outlast and outperform the competition
    • For greatest improvement in sales and image
    • In honor of superior performance in the area of customer satisfaction
    • In recognition of your significant commitment and contribution to our company
    • Commemorating your successful completion of ___
    • This professional effort has contributed measurably to our overall objectives
    • This award is symbolic of our deep gratitude to you for your outstanding effort and support
    • In tribute to the sustained level of outstanding customer satisfaction performance necessary to our most prestigious award
    • Recognizing the contributions of people who embody our company at its very best
    • This award is given to employees whose exceptional commitment and achievements stand out among their peers
    • Your efforts, leadership and dedication are helping us fulfill the promise of our company
    • A testimonial of sincere appreciation in honor of the distinguished and unselfish service given our company while serving with outstanding leadership, vision and ability
    • In recognition of our valued business association
    • In recognition of your outstanding performance and commitment to excellence
    • In recognition of completion of the ___ certification program
    • With deep appreciation for dedicated service and progressive leadership
    • In appreciation of you outstanding contributions for the year
    • In recognition of our valued business association
    • For outstanding contribution and loyal years of service
    • For outstanding performance through leadership, integrity, and service
    • In recognition of outstanding sales performance and your dedication to total customer satisfaction
    • In recognition of your outstanding performance, dedication, and creativity in the ongoing success of our company
    • In recognition of unsurpassed performance and creativity
    • In honor of your demonstrated leadership
    • We salute you for your outstanding achievement
    • In appreciation for outstanding volunteer support and enthusiastic commitment to furthering the mission and ideals of our company
    • In recognition of outstanding business results
    • In recognition of your outstanding sales performance, dedication, commitment and overall excellence
    • For outstanding contributions to the goals and objectives of the company, and for high standards of professionalism and leadership
    • In gratitude of your outstanding contributions during a career of faithful service and dedication
    • For outstanding performance, commitment to customer satisfaction, and demonstration of excellence
    • In recognition of your committed partnership and your determined effort for fostering a customer-driven culture and delivering business results as a high- performance partner
    • In support of your customer-centric efforts
    For more information, contact RCB Awards at 1-800-929-9110.

    Tuesday, January 5, 2010

    Award Thesaurus


    Thesaurus of Award Terms |
    ABILITY - talent, intellect, aptitude, propensity, inclination
    ACCOMPLISHMENT - fulfillment, completion, achievement, realization, attainment, triumph, victory, success, consummation
    ACHIEVEMENT - attainment, accomplishment, consummation, realization, triumph success
    APPRECIATION - thankfulness, gratefulness, obliged, indebted, gratitude, regard, esteem, respect
    ASSISTANCE - support, aid, help, to serve, collaborating with, contribution
    ASSISTANT - aide, helper, acolyte, friend, associate, colleague, second in command, patron, backer, ancillary, adjutant, partner, co-worker, ally
    BEAUTIFUL - lovely, attractive, comely, pretty, elegant, superb, grand, handsome, radiant, ravishing, gorgeous
    BELOVED - loved, adored, worshiped, cherished, dear, favorite, precious, treasured, darling, endeared, valued
    BEST - finest, hightest, first, premium, crowning, incomparable, greatest, top-notch, unequaled, choice
    CAREFULLY - conscientiously, exactly, rigidly, precisely, fastidiously
    CEREMONY - function, commemoration, memorial, rite, ritual, pageant, observance
    CERTIFY - guarantee, attest, confirmed, endorse, assure
    COMMEND - accredit, laud, acclaim, endorse, recommend, approve, acclaim
    CONTINUED - sustained, perseverance, perpetual, sanctioning, enduring, on-going, unrelenting, extended
    CONTRIBUTION - endowment, commitments, donation, sharing, supplying, present, bestowal, charity
    COOPERATION - collaboration, participation, alliance, assistance, team-work, concurrence
    Dedication - devotion, efforts, untiring efforts, commitment
    DEPENDABLE - trustworthy, mainstay, anchor, confidant, patron, reliable, faithful, loyal, unfailing, true
    DETERMINATION - resolution, certainty, persistence, conviction, steadfastness, perseverance, intransigence
    DEVELOP - extend, expand, advance, promote, build, enrich, cultivate
    DIGILENT - zealous, energetic, vigorous, undeviating, assiduous, unremitting, intense, industrious, persistent
    DISTINGUISHED - illustrious, venerable, renowned, honored, celebrated, esteemed, remarkable, outstanding, great, extraordinary
    EDUCATION - edification, enrichment, teaching, instruction, enlightenment, tutelage, knowledge
    EFFORT - endeavor, labor, work, undertaking, venture, task commitment, exertion
    EMPHASIS - underline, dramatize, pronounce, accentuate, underscore, punctuate
    ENDURING - lasting, permanent, surviving, continual, unchanging, uninterrupted, tenacious, perennial, tolerating
    ESTABLISH - institute, found, formulate, construct, organize, inaugurate, start, bring about
    EXCELLENT - magnificent, supreme, peerless, foremost, exemplary, desirable, paramount, superior, superlative, exceptional, tremendous, wonderful
    FRIENDSHIP - association, brotherhood, companionship, confidant
    GIVE - grant, bestow, confer, impart, present, award, convey, contribute to, lavish upon
    GUIDANCE - direction, leadership, supervision, management, oversight, suggestion, counsel
    HAPPY - joyous, merry, convivial, congenial, mirthful, charmed, spirited
    INSTILL - infuse, impress, inspire
    INVOLVEMENT - link, connection, participation, affiliation, commitment
    JUDGEMENT - knowledge, discrimination, understanding, perception, acuteness, keenness, intuition
    KINDNESS - good intentions, consideration, helpfulness, indulgence, courtesy, thoughtfulness, altruism, graciousness
    LEADERSHIP - administration, authority, foresight, command, supremacy
    NOBLE - honorable, heroic, brilliant, excellent, princely, magnanimous, courtly, dignified, splendid, exalted, distinguished
    OUTSTANDING - notable, distinguished, highly regarded, impressive, worthy, considerable, enthusiastic
    PATIENCE - forbearance, fortitude, composure, endurance
    PRAISE - applaud, cheer, acclaim, endorse, eulogize, admire
    PRESENTED - awarded, bestowed, conferred, given, endowed, delivered
    PROFIT - benefit, thrive, prosper, gain
    PROMOTE - advance, forward, encourage, expand, nourish, improve, bolster
    RECOGNITION - in acknowledgement of, remembrance, acknowledgement, commendation
    RESPECT - esteem, honor, regard, admiration
    RETIREMENT - withdrawal, resignation, departure
    SERVICE - assistance, cooperation, performance of duty, help, servitude
    SINCERELY - truthfully, honestly, earnestly, genuinely, profoundly
    SPECIAL - exceptional, distinctive, unusual, unique, exclusive, extraordinary
    SUPPORT - upkeep, responsibility for, provide, promote, sustain, further, maintain, patronize, subsidize
    THANKS - appreciation, gratefulness, acknowledgement, gratitude


    For more information, contact RCB Awards at 1-800-929-9110.