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Nomination awards are a powerful recognition tool used in workplaces to celebrate employees who go above and beyond. Unlike instant recognition programs, these awards involve a formal nomination process where peers, managers, or leaders put forward individuals or teams for their outstanding contributions. They help build a culture of appreciation and ensure that exceptional efforts are acknowledged and celebrated.
What are nomination awards?
Nomination awards are structured recognition programs where employees are nominated by their peers, managers, or leadership teams for their achievements, impact, or contributions. They are often part of formal recognition events or reward cycles.
- Typically based on specific criteria such as performance, innovation, leadership, or teamwork.
- Encourage peer-to-peer recognition and leadership acknowledgment.
- Help spotlight employees whose contributions might otherwise go unnoticed.
Why are nomination awards important?
Nomination awards play a vital role in strengthening workplace culture and motivating employees.
- Reinforce organizational values by rewarding behaviors aligned with company goals.
- Build a sense of fairness and inclusivity as peers and leaders are involved in the nomination process.
- Boost morale and engagement by publicly recognizing excellence.
- Create a sense of pride and accomplishment for both nominees and winners.
When should nomination awards be given?
These awards can be scheduled periodically or linked to key milestones.
- During quarterly or annual recognition events.
- At the completion of major projects or initiatives.
- As part of year-end celebrations, performance reviews, or company-wide meetings.
How do nomination awards work?
Nomination awards follow a structured process to ensure transparency and impact.
- A call for nominations is announced, inviting peers and managers to submit names with supporting reasons.
- A panel or committee reviews nominations based on predefined criteria.
- Winners are selected and recognized publicly, often with a certificate, trophy, or meaningful reward.
How to write an award nomination?
Writing a strong award nomination is about clearly showcasing why the nominee deserves recognition. The nomination should highlight their impact, achievements, and alignment with company values.
- Start with a brief introduction about the nominee and their role.
- Highlight specific accomplishments, outcomes, or projects they’ve contributed to.
- Provide examples that show their impact on the team, company, or customers.
- Connect their work to organizational goals or core values.
- Keep the tone authentic, concise, and compelling.
How do you nominate someone for an award?
The nomination process is designed to be simple yet impactful, allowing anyone — from peers to managers — to put forward deserving individuals.
- Review the eligibility criteria and award categories.
- Gather supporting details like examples, outcomes, and peer feedback.
- Complete the nomination form or submission template with clear, evidence-based reasons.
- Submit the nomination before the deadline and, if possible, include endorsements or references.
Employee pulse surveys:
These are short surveys that can be sent frequently to check what your employees think about an issue quickly. The survey comprises fewer questions (not more than 10) to get the information quickly. These can be administered at regular intervals (monthly/weekly/quarterly).
One-on-one meetings:
Having periodic, hour-long meetings for an informal chat with every team member is an excellent way to get a true sense of what’s happening with them. Since it is a safe and private conversation, it helps you get better details about an issue.
eNPS:
eNPS (employee Net Promoter score) is one of the simplest yet effective ways to assess your employee's opinion of your company. It includes one intriguing question that gauges loyalty. An example of eNPS questions include: How likely are you to recommend our company to others? Employees respond to the eNPS survey on a scale of 1-10, where 10 denotes they are ‘highly likely’ to recommend the company and 1 signifies they are ‘highly unlikely’ to recommend it.
Based on the responses, employees can be placed in three different categories:
- Promoters
Employees who have responded positively or agreed. - Detractors
Employees who have reacted negatively or disagreed. - Passives
Employees who have stayed neutral with their responses.
How can Empuls by Xoxoday help?
Empuls makes the entire nomination process seamless, engaging, and impactful.
- Provides ready-to-use nomination workflows and templates to simplify submissions.
- Allows peer-to-peer and manager nominations through an intuitive platform.
- Automates notifications and reminders to encourage participation.
- Offers AI-powered insights to ensure nominations are equitable and inclusive.
- Links nominations directly to recognition and rewards, making every win meaningful.
In short, Empuls transforms nomination awards into a powerful recognition experience that’s easy to manage, fosters participation, and celebrates excellence across the organization.
Which nomination award ideas work best?
The best nomination awards are those that align with company values and inspire employees.
- Leadership Excellence Award: For inspiring leadership and strategic impact.
- Innovation Award: For creative solutions or ideas that drive change.
- Team Impact Award: For outstanding collaboration and results.
- Customer Champion Award: For exceptional customer service and satisfaction.
- Rising Star Award: For emerging talent and future leaders.
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