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Part Three

Motivational Rewards: Perfect

Benefits, Perks, and Rewards

Beyond the energy, the kudos, the recognition, the support, and the
paycheck are tangible (and sometimes intangible) rewards, perks,
and benefits. Yes, most people work because they must earn a living.
The fortunate work at jobs they love—or at least like—in environ-
ments that make going to work a positive experience. So what else
do they want? And what about those who are not tuned in to or
turned on by their jobs, those who view going to work as one notch
above or below going to the dentist? What can make them want to
give their all?
The number and types of benefits, perks, and rewards you can
provide are obviously based on your organization’s financial ability,
corporate policy, and union agreements. No one can afford to pro-
vide everything, but considering the full spectrum of benefits will
help you choose which would be most valuable to your employees.
When you factor in what you can afford, remember the cost of unmo-
tivated employees, especially when they leave and must be replaced.
The effects of a motivated, dedicated workforce must be crunched
into the hard-number, bottom-line calculations.

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