All companies like the good employees, but companies also want to find ways to encourage and uplift all employees to that same level. And in today’s economy, human resource department’s area always trying to find ways to make sure the good employees stay with the company and also find ways to encourage other employees to do better. By having an employee recognition program that rewards employees who are good and motivates other employees to become better, you can “kill two birds with one stone” as it were.
You want to find ways to reward good employees for their efforts. Giving them award 
certificates that they can hang on the walls of their office or set on their shelves or credenzas not only reminds them of the recognition they’ve received, but other employees that see them will get the encouragement that they too can receive those same awards. But there are other ways to show appreciation for effort and motivate other employees as well.
Mentions in the corporate newsletter are good ways to boost morale and give recognition. Even verbal mentions during team and corporate meetings are good morale boosters. Thank you cards for a job well done are very positive ways to show employees their efforts are appreciated. And even perks like early 
lunch or a preferred parking place are good ways to express appreciation and encourage productivity. There are lots of ways that companies and HR departments can motivate employees and show good employees that their work is appreciated.
The best part of these ideas is the fact that they are relatively inexpensive. With blank certificate templates and a little creativity, not only can you reward employees for good work, but you can also create certificates that motivate as well. “Most Improved” and “Great Progress” certificates encourage employees to continue to build on their gains and helps them to become the great worker all companies need. Building on success with encouraging awards and rewards makes for happier employees as well.
Take a look at all the different ways you can reward good employees and to encourage others to progress. You can develop a very successful employee recognition program that doesn’t have to have a huge budget. You’ll find that employees are happier, more productive and easier to worth with and that’s the kind of results everyone appreciates.