b'How Can Companies Improve This?But rememberrecognition should be personal. Some employeesappreciate public praise, while others prefer private acknowledgment.Tailor recognition to what is most meaningful to each individual.Dont forget your middle managers; they need to know they arevalued by leadership, and they play a key role in engaging their teams.Make Feedback Frequent and Balanced. Employees thrive when theyreceive a mix of positive and constructive feedback. Aim for the 5:1ratiofor every piece of constructive feedback, provide five pieces ofpositive reinforcement. This balance helps employees leverage theirstrengths while continuously improving. Feedback should be timelyand relevant. Challenge yourself to provide feedback as close to themoment as possible so employees can immediately apply whattheyve learned. Managers also need support50% of lower-levelmanagers say they dont receive enough feedback themselves, whichlimits their ability to coach their teams effectively.29 ENGAGE 2025'