This document discusses recognition and reward in the workplace. It defines recognition as appreciation or acclaim for an achievement or ability, while a reward is something given for service, effort or achievement. It then presents a 4 quadrant theory for recognition, outlining different types of recognition from tactical and low impact to strategic and high impact. The final sections discuss why recognition is important, what makes an effective informal recognition program, what employees want most in terms of recognition, and special considerations around recognition when times are tough.