Quick Ideas 98 to 100 meaningful than the designation itself, but they are appreci- ated nonetheless. Regardless of the tangible rewards, it is always important to have some kind of ceremony when this reward is given out, along with photos on the company Website and Wall of Fame. Epilogue The program is called "Employee of the Month," but the pride, satisfaction, and sense of accomplishment last a lifetime. Employee of the Year It is obviously important to provide recognition for your best employees, yet the question remains of what to do about the best of the best. That's where "Employee of the Assignment Year" enters the picture. The purpose of this award Meet with the senior is to recognize one indi- management team to dis- vidual whose performance cuss the role and impact of stands out above all others this kind of reward. Work in all respects. with this team to define the The presentation of this selection criteria, establish award is accompanied by a selection committee, de- more fanfare than other cide event and venue, and awards, and it is best done determine the rewards to at a major company event be given to the winner. that can include family members, board members, and even community leaders. All of the "Employees of the 100 125