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EMPLOYEE-ENGAGEMENT-STRATEGY5 MIN READ

Give Recognition Without Triggering Status Threat

Use SCARF to phrase recognition in a way that motivates without creating threat or unfairness.

Omar O Senior Specialist A Ask N Name S Share The recognition moment 20 sec Context Omar protected a customer renewal, but he dislikes surprise public praise and two peers helped behind the scenes. Recognition that ignores social needs can create threat instead of engagement. 1 at-risk renewal saved 3 contributors

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