In today's demanding work environments, staff morale is not a luxury—it is a critical component of retention and success. This course, Boost Staff Morale: Analyze & Create Engagement, provides leaders and team members with the tools to move beyond guesswork and build a thriving, appreciative culture backed by data. You will learn to analyze the direct correlation between recognition and retention and use that evidence to design a high-impact, peer-to-peer recognition program from the ground up.

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Boost Staff Morale: Analyze and Create Engagement
This course is part of A Clinician's Guide: Soft Skills for Better Patient Outcomes Specialization

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Design and measure a data-informed peer-recognition program using online tools to boost morale and retention.
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This module takes learners on a complete journey from understanding the evidence behind employee engagement to designing and launching their own recognition program. Learners will first analyze real-world data to understand why recognition is a critical business strategy. They will then learn how to design, implement, and measure a modern, peer-to-peer program using digital tools, culminating in a ready-to-use toolkit.
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In this module, learners move from theory to practice. They will explore the unique power of peer-to-peer recognition and use a structured, hands-on approach to build their own program from the ground up. By the end of the module, learners will have created a complete, implementation-ready toolkit, including a program charter, communication plan, and measurement strategy.
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