APPRECIOLOGY

The Art & Science of Appreciation

Appreciology is the intentional and systematic use of sincere appreciation to motivate others.

Want to improve your workplace culture?

A recent study by the American Psychological Association (APA) found that employees who feel valued are more likely to report higher job satisfaction, motivation, and engagement. 

Yet, half of all employees in the survey do not feel appreciated at work and intend to look for a new job.

The issue here is clear: people who feel undervalued by the organization where they work are less likely to feel engaged and stay on board.

You have the power to change that. 

Leadership and Staff Development focused on Appreciology™: The Art and Science of Appreciation

Understand the vital importance of a positive workplace culture and its tremendous benefit on the performance, recruitment and retention of leaders and staff.

Appreciology Equips you to:

  • Define appreciation
  • Understand how to create a culture of appreciation
  • Develop ways to effectively utilize appreciation to motivate others
  • Realize the power of connection
  • Grasp how to develop clear behavioral expectations
  • Understand how to implement appreciation strategies (what does appreciation look like?)
  • Define best practices for appreciation via electronic mediums
  • Realize how to catch people doing something right

How are you creating a culture of appreciation today?

Notice the impact of appreciation on your organization.
Recognizing individual strengths and talents leads to better performance and morale.

Who are your steady rockstars that often become unsung heroes?
Often our focus shifts on what is going wrong.
Catch people doing something right!

Note the positive effects on performance and morale.
Employees who feel valued and supported can
extend beyond work to a more positive impact on
their families and communities.

Lead by example and empower staff.
Having humility and willingness to walk in every aspect of the job demonstrates appreciation for
those on your team.

Create positive work culture through intentionality and empathy.  
Set the right mindset, emulating positive behavior,
and using language that benefits others.

Appreciology™ Workshops

Our workshops offer a high-energy, hands-on experience that teaches participants how to recognize Appreciology in their daily lives. Every person in attendance will have the opportunity to speak out, be introspective and develop strategies to lead with gratitude. If you learn by doing, this workshop is for you. 

Appreciology™: Developing a Culture of Appreciation

It takes practice to fully implement Appreciology™ into our everyday lives. But once you do, you will see the impacts of this thought shift through appreciation across your organization. This workshop lays the foundation for participants to understand Appreciology and explore the concept in depth. Participants will learn winning strategies to embody Appreciology at work and at home in a high-energy presentation by members of The Impact Group.

Building & Reinforcing a Foundation for Leadership

Being a manager means being in charge of the culture that impacts your staff. If your company culture is lacking and you’re struggling with deep-rooted issues like employee retention, this workshop is for you. Designed for those in managerial roles, participants will learn how to challenge their staff in constructive and uplifting ways, leading to a work environment infused with the principles of Appreciology. 

Creating a Sense of Appreciation Among Your Team

Appreciology takes root when your staff begins to appreciate each other and catch each other doing things right. Sessions with your leadership staff and your general staff will create an alignment that will achieve results.

Professional Development Training

What you’ll get out of our Speaking Engagements

Let our team take you on a journey to understanding Appreciology. Our professional development training is the easiest way to explore Appreciology with your staff, colleagues or organization. Hear from the concept’s founders how Appreciology was formed and why it will change your life. It’s the superpower you never knew you had!

Purchase the Appreciology Book!

Did you know you have an incredible superpower ready to change your life? It’s not flying or shooting lasers—it’s even better. It’s the ability to control your thoughts and channel them to achieve greatness. This power has been the secret weapon of history’s most influential leaders, artists, and innovators—and now, it’s yours to harness.

Through Appreciology, you’ll learn how to intentionally and systematically use the power of sincere appreciation to motivate, inspire, and transform not only yourself but also those around you. Stop living reactively and start living purposefully.

Get your copy of Appreciology: The Art and Science of Appreciation Paperback from Amazon.

Recent Blog Posts

College of Coastal Georgia Professor Finds Gratitude with Appreciology

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The Impact of a Gratitude Journal: Rewiring Your Brain for Positivity

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Why is appreciation important in the workplace?

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In our latest Digital Leadership Academy webinar, we explored the importance of appreciology within an organization or team. Why is appreciation so needed – and often so neglected – as a leadership skill? Let’s dive ...

“Appreciology™ changed the way I approach almost every interaction I have with another person. Being in control of my thoughts and remembering to prioritize positivity has truly made me a better leader.”

–  Dr. Matt Montgomery, Superintendent, Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115

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