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Everything I Know about Business I Learned from My Pet

Give a dog a bone ... not catnip

While monetary rewards are praise enough for most, bosses don't generally hand out Ben Franklins on a daily basis. It's long-term inspiration that best bolsters morale and builds successes. 

Catnip won't galvanize a dog. Similarly a juicy bone won't set your parrot's heart aflutter. And even within species, some will respond more readily to a scratch on the head over a treat or toy reward. 

Think of your co-workers and staff as individuals. Whether you offer verbal praise, lunch, or a well-worded recommendation on LinkedIn, reward the positive in ways that encourage more of the same.

 

  • Heather Dugan

    Heather Dugan is a freelance writer/photographer and voice-over/on-camera talent with an international business clientele who specializes in spotlighting the inspiring and often humorous elements of business, family and travel. Her articles … Read more...