Your employees are far more likely to stay with your company if they feel their efforts and contributions are valued and appreciated. Recognizing employees for stellar work is vital to maintaining morale and boosting productivity. Putting some thought into employee recognition is well worth the effort. There is no better way to inspire employees than by offering your sincere gratitude for their efforts. But don’t give praise just for the sake of giving praise. Your attempts at employee recognition will backfire if an employee doesn’t consider your communication heartfelt.