Emma wasn’t the loudest person in the room.

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She didn’t push for credit or call attention to her extra hours. She just got things done—jumping in to help a struggling teammate, fixing a last-minute glitch before a big client meeting, making sure everything ran smoothly behind the scenes.

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One morning, an email popped up in her inbox: You’ve received a Peer Bonus.

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A colleague had noticed. Not just noticed, but taken the time to acknowledge her work.
Not in a vague “great job” way, but in a way that mattered—specific, public, and backed by a small financial reward.

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And just like that, Emma felt good. A big smile lit up her face and something shifted for her.

Not because of the money. But because she felt seen.

At Google, the Peer Bonus system empowers employees to recognize each other for contributions beyond their core roles. No waiting for annual reviews, no layers of approval—just immediate appreciation, when it counts.

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Why does this work?

✔ Recognition fuels motivation—When people feel valued, they naturally go the extra mile.
✔ It builds a culture of appreciation—Small acts of acknowledgment create a ripple effect. People want to be appreciated and look for ways to appreciate others.
✔ It’s simple to implement—A shoutout in a meeting, a Slack mention, or a team email can have the same impact.

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The best part? You don’t need Google’s budget to make this happen.

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Start today:

• Take two minutes in your next team meeting to highlight great work.
• Publicly acknowledge contributions—specific, timely, and meaningful.
• Make recognition a habit, not an afterthought.

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What could this look like in your business?

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Take a moment now to think about someone you can recognise for a job well done, paying extra attention, or going the extra mile.
Send them a message. Do it now.

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How would it be if recognition became a natural part of your culture?

How would it impact engagement, performance and retention?

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Comment and tell me, what’s on your mind?

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Here’s to making recognition a habit.

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