How Do You Find Out What is Personally Meaningful to an Employee?

How Do You Find Out What is Personally Meaningful to an Employee?
Easy – just ask them! Below are some sample questions: 

  • When you’re not at work, how do you like to spend your time?
  • What are your favorite foods, restaurants?
  • Do you have any hobbies?
  • What kind of music do you enjoy?
  • What is it that you most enjoy about your job?

    • Employee feedback gives the manager or recognition planner a glimpse into the employee’s personality and lifestyle. The data can be gathered in a variety of ways, perhaps over a meal or a cup of coffee. Some companies have a personal profile questionnaire that new hires are required to fill out. This information will help the recognition planner or manager when planning an award design and message.