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SURVIVING THE RECOGNITION PROCESS BASIS FOR RECOGNITION

FAA Recognition criteria can include the following:

• Adoption or implementation of a suggestion or invention.
  
• Significant contribution to the efficiency, economy, or improvement of Government operations.
  
• Exceptional service to the public, superior accomplishment or special acts or projects on or off the job.
  
• Recurring exemplary service (e.g., performance throughout the year that consistently exceeds expectations and contributes to FAA goals and objectives).
  
• Exceptional customer service.
  
• Contributions which promote and support accomplishment of the organization’s mission, goals, and/or values.
  
• Contributions made despite unusual difficulties.
  
• Creative or innovative methods used to make work processes or results more effective and efficient.
  
• Productivity gains.

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Recognition has the greatest impact when it is prompt.

Recognition should match both the contribution and the employee — CHOOSE CAREFULLY.

Recognition is most effective as a motivator when it comes in a form highly esteemed by the recipient.

Recognition does not have to be structured - there's a lot to be said for the element of a surprise "THANK YOU."

Recognition should be made at a ceremony or event (staff meeting) that matches the level of the contribution or achievement.  (The publicity should also match the level of the award).