Celebrate, Recognize and Reporting to Others

““We make a living by We make a living by

what we do, but we what we do, but we

make a life by whatmake a life by what

we give.”we give.”

-Winston Churchill-Winston Churchill

Recognition Defined:

• Be aware

• Acknowledgement and Approval

• Gratitude

• Notice as in Passing

Recognition should:

• Affirm what was done

• Share learning & commitment of community growth

• Assist youth in maturing and developing

Beliefs about Recognition

• Recognition is a basic human need with security, new experiences and responses.

• Recognition should be a part of all 4-H learning experiences.

• Appropriate recognition takes many forms.

• Respect for individual differences is essential.

• Recognition must be structured to build positive self-esteem.

Beliefs about Recognition continued…..

• Opportunities for self assessment and reflection allow youth to learn.

• A range of opportunities and challenges provides choices to meet individual needs.

• Adult support is essential in youth learning and recognition.

• Everyone should be recognized at some level.

• A balance between all elements of the model is essential.

National 4-H Recognition Model

Motivation Types

• Achievement

• Affiliation

• Power

Characteristics

• Achievement: - Excellence, personal best, takes risks, restless and

innovative, wants concrete feedback

• Affiliation:- Concerned with being liked /accepted, needs warm & friendly relationships, not a loner

• Power: - Wants reputation, position, give advice, wants own

ideas predominant, needs to influence others, outspoken, verbally fluent

Awards

• Achievement -Tangible awards such as plaques, letters of

recommendations outlining their unique accomplishments; relish opportunities that unique their ideas.

• Affiliation - Recognition that is people centered and creative, such

as unexpected thank-you notes and social events

• Power - Recognition such as impressive job titles or being

asked to be a featured seminar presenter; enjoy serving in public relations roles

“The best way to find yourself is in the service of others.”

-Mohandas Gandhi