attaboys
Pats on back
Attaboys are expressions of approval or encouragement, especially casual praise from a superior: He's been with the company twenty years and all he's gotten are attaboys.
The word captures both the praise itself and its often inadequate nature—recognition that costs nothing.
Attaboys don't pay the rent.
Praise and honor
- accoladesFormal expressions of praise
- complimentsExpressions of admiration
- commendationsFormal expressions of approval
- pats on the backCongratulatory touches between shoulders
recognition · approval · applause · props · thumbs-up · endorsements · validation · affirmation
Celebratory hand slaps
- fist bumpsKnuckle-to-knuckle greetings
- backslapsHearty celebratory gestures
- thumbs-upGesture indicating approval
- nodsDownward head gestures
winks · cheers · whoops · way to go · nice work · good job · well done · bravo
Added compensation beyond wages
- raisesLifts or increases
- promotionsElevations in position
- performance reviewsFormal employee evaluations
- employee recognitionHonoring workplace contributions
merit badges · gold stars · awards · certificates · shout-outs · incentives · commendations · evaluations
kudos
Praise and honor
- accoladesFormal expressions of praise
- complimentsExpressions of admiration
- commendationsFormal expressions of approval
pats on the back · recognition · approval · applause · props · thumbs-up · endorsements · validation · affirmation · encouragement
high-fives
Celebratory hand slaps
- fist bumpsKnuckle-to-knuckle greetings
- backslapsHearty celebratory gestures
- thumbs-upGesture indicating approval
nods · winks · cheers · whoops · way to go · nice work · good job · well done · bravo · congrats
bonuses
Added compensation beyond wages
- raisesLifts or increases
- promotionsElevations in position
- performance reviewsFormal employee evaluations
employee recognition · merit badges · gold stars · awards · certificates · shout-outs · incentives · commendations · evaluations · feedback
attaboysreprimands
Formal expressions of disapproval
rebukes · scoldings · dressing-downs · tongue-lashings · admonishments
attaboysawards
Formal honors bestowed
performance reviews · medals · certificates · disciplinary actions · honors