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GreenSquareAccord has announced receiving 254 nominations for their Gold Star Awards, describing this as an impressive 42% increase over last year’s entries. However, this claim seems somewhat underwhelming, especially considering their workforce size and the upcoming expenditure for the awards ceremony. To put this in perspective, with an employee base ranging between 1,000 and 5,000, the 254 nominations represent only about 5.08% to 25.4% of their total staff. Last year’s nominations, calculated to be around 179, indicate a low participation rate. Moreover, it is important to note that these nominations are solely from staff members, with no input from customers or residents. This exclusion is disheartening, particularly considering the crucial role that customers and residents play in the organisation’s operations. Their feedback and recognition would provide a more comprehensive and authentic measure of performance and service quality. When considering the costs associated with organising and hosting an awards ceremony, including logistics, venue, awards, and lost productivity, one must question the efficiency and impact of this exercise. The expenditure seems extravagant and not necessarily reflective of broad recognition across the organisation. Given these figures and the lack of customer/resident involvement, it's crucial to consider whether the awards genuinely enhance morale and recognition or if they simply serve as a costly tradition with limited reach. In light of these numbers, the resources allocated to the Gold Star Awards might be better invested in more impactful employee and customer engagement initiatives, or better yet spent making the homes of their residents safe, warm and dry.

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WOW!!!! 😲😲😲😲 I can't actually believe it, however I have now received FOUR nominations for an Alternative Business Award in the category of Too Hot to Handle 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💋💋 I'm really excited and happy so thank you to whoever has taken the time to nominate me.🙏 If you would like to find out more about the Alternative Business Awards or would like to nominate someone, just head over to Big Difference Company to see all the details❣️ #thenaughtyauthor #nominated #awardsseason #hotstuff #naughtyhot #alternativeawards #naughtyauthor

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Theater Alliance was so pleased to join Booz Allen Hamilton at The Anthem for their Booz Allen Excellence Awards! The talented team of Theater Alliance artists and youth "brought the magic" to the evening of WOW led by Natalie Ade, Kari Merkel, and team. Arts organizations get asked to perform at these kind of events all the time - and as an artistic leader, we get asked to make those decisions. For me, the question always comes down to #values. Does the organization align with our values of integrity, diversity, and excellence? Does the organization value artists? Does the organization live their values? With #BoozAllenHamilton, the answer was a resounding YES. Even in the first conversation about the event, we didn't talk about what they needed or how to make all their dreams come true on a tiny budget. Instead, we talked about what they believe in and what we believe in - we talked about the WHY of our organizations. That is what makes a great collaboration and I'm grateful! #values #integrity #diversity #excellence

Get creative with employee recognition and retention. Most companies have a budget, but don’t spend it effectively in communicating with their team. Start now by partnering with ASB! #employeerecognition #companysatisfaction #employeesforlife

The real reason industry recognition fuels our fire: Recently, we’ve been honoured with nominations for some major awards. Most recently, the EGR Global awards for Sports Affiliate of the Year, and SBC Latino America Sports Affiliate of The Year nominations. And while being recognised is great, there’s something more meaningful behind it. Here’s why these nominations matter: 🍀They honour every team member who’s poured their heart into our work 🍀They show that our bold ideas are making a real impact 🍀They boost our team’s morale, inspiring us to aim even higher Nominations aren’t the final destination They’re markers along the way. They remind us that we’re moving in the right direction, innovating, and thriving in a competitive industry. But the best part? I saw the excitement and pride in my team’s eyes, knowing their hard work was appreciated. So, here’s to all the nominees and those driving our industry forward. You’re all stars in my book. What does industry recognition mean to you?

I don't really post the awards or nominations my company gets but I was told to start this year! So here goes the 1st one of the year! 😁 If you want to see the other awards my company has head to our website & check out the "About Us" page. #DigitalAwards #nominations #Businessleaders