the carrot principle

Description

Revealing the groundbreaking results of one of the most in-depth management studies ever undertaken, The Carrot Principle shows that the central characteristic of the most successful managers is that they provide their employees with frequent and effective recognition. This breakthrough study of 200,000 people over ten years found dramatically greater business results when managers offered constructive praise and meaningful rewards in ways that powerfully motivated employees to excel. These managers lead with carrots, not sticks, and in doing so achieve higher:
 

-Productivity
-Engagement
-Retention
 

Gostick and Elton show how the key to recognition done rightis combining it with four other core traits of effective leadership. Gostick and Elton walk readers through exactly how to use the simple but powerful methods they have discovered all great managers use to provide their employees with this effective recognition, which can be learned easily and will produce immediate results.
 

Great recognition can be done creatively in a matter of moments—and it doesn't take budget-busting amounts of money. The result is a stimulation of growth and productivity. Following these simple steps will make you a high-performance leader and take your team to a new level of achievement.

8 CE Credits

Learning Objectives

1. Explain how recognition impacts leadership when leaders have competence in goal setting, communication, trust, and accountability. 

2. Explain how a Carrot Culture leads to employee self-actualization, satisfaction and engagement, and enhanced business results.

3. Name four common forms of recognition.

4. Identify myths associated with a reluctance to recognize and explain why they are inaccurate.