Need more out of employee recognition? Here are 4 places to start.

At Bonusly, we believe that recognition is more than just a pat on the back—it’s a powerful tool for growth, engagement, and meaningful conversations in the workplace. We’re taking recognition to the next level by helping teams turn feedback (both positive and constructive) into actionable insights that drive performance and development. 

Unlike other platforms, we bridge the gap between recognition and performance. We believe that recognition can’t just reward good work. It has to fuel it. 

Here are four ways Bonusly helps you make the most of recognition:

1. Incorporates Recognition into 1:1 Agendas

Recognition shouldn’t stop at a quick shoutout or a moment of gratitude. With Bonusly, recognition becomes a focal point for deeper conversations during 1:1 meetings. Recognition is seamlessly integrated into the top of agendas, creating opportunities to:

• Celebrate wins and acknowledge contributions
• Suggested discussion topics fuel growth-focused discussions by exploring strengths and areas for development
• Set actionable goals based on recurring themes in recognition

By weaving recognition into regular check-ins, we help you turn everyday wins into stepping stones for personal and professional growth.

2. Relates Recognition to Recurring Goals

One of the most powerful aspects of recognition is its ability to align with organizational objectives. Bonusly connects individual contributions to larger, recurring goals, giving employees and managers a clear line of sight between recognition and progress.

This connection:

• Highlights how daily efforts contribute to long-term success
• Reinforces key priorities and core values by showing how they play out in real-time
• Provides a framework for tracking goal progress through the lens of positive feedback.
• Builds a drumbeat of recognition to build and maintain momentum

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Whether you’re working on team-wide or personal initiatives, Bonusly ensures that recognition becomes a meaningful part of the journey toward your goals.

3. Generates Regular Performance Recaps for Performance Reviews

Performance reviews can be stressful, but they don’t have to be. The Performance Recap feature makes reviews more effective and (and way less time consuming) by turning recognition data into a personalized highlight reel. This recap showcases:

• Key contributions that stand out over time
• Skills and strengths consistently noted by peers and managers
• Growth trends that highlight areas of improvement and development

With this recap in hand, employees can confidently advocate for themselves by spotlighting their proudest moments and identifying opportunities for growth. Managers, in turn, gain a clearer, data-driven picture of each team member’s journey with insights around who’s working on what, and with whom, and where certain skill sets lie. All of this makes reviews more constructive and less subjective.

4. Create a Culture of Feedback

Recognition is only one side of the coin; feedback completes the picture. Bonusly creates a dedicated space for employees to request feedback, ensuring a two-way dialogue that promotes continuous improvement. Whether it’s seeking clarity on recent projects, exploring development areas, or simply asking, “What can I do better?”, we make it easy to:

• Foster a culture of openness and trust
• Encourage proactive growth by normalizing the feedback process
• Build stronger relationships through meaningful, constructive conversations

By integrating feedback into the recognition ecosystem, Bonusly empowers managers with the insights they need to improve performance in the moment, develop new skills, and ultimately retain their top talent.

Ready to Take Recognition Further?

Recognition isn’t just about celebrating the past; it’s about building a brighter future. By incorporating recognition into key processes like 1:1s, goal tracking, performance reviews, and feedback requests, Bonusly transforms recognition into a catalyst for growth and success.

Start using Bonusly today and see how it can elevate your team’s performance, engagement, and growth.

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