Awards
The Awards page in Wazo allows users to create, manage, view, and request recognition-based awards. These awards celebrate exceptional contributions across the organization—whether it's leadership, creativity, collaboration, or performance. Admins or designated leaders can create awards by defining a name, description, and clear criteria. Once created, these awards can be granted or requested based on fulfillment of the set criteria. The goal is to formalize appreciation while keeping the process transparent and merit-driven. This feature combines gamification with meaningful recognition, aligning closely with performance psychology and intrinsic motivation.
Overview
The Awards page in Wazo allows users to create, manage, view, and request recognition-based awards. These awards celebrate exceptional contributions across the organization—whether it's leadership, creativity, collaboration, or performance. Admins or designated leaders can create awards by defining a name, description, and clear criteria. Once created, these awards can be granted or requested based on fulfillment of the set criteria. The goal is to formalize appreciation while keeping the process transparent and merit-driven. This feature combines gamification with meaningful recognition, aligning closely with performance psychology and intrinsic motivation.
User Guide
The Create Award form in Wazo empowers managers and authorized users to design custom awards aligned with organizational goals. To access this feature, navigate to the Awards section from your dashboard and click on the 'Create Award' button. A modal window will open where you can define award details. The top right includes a Search Bar for finding awards and a Sort Dropdown (Most Recent, Most Popular, Alphabetical). The Create Award button is permission-gated (admins/managers only). The main section displays Award Cards in a grid, showing title, description, tags like 'Popular' or 'Recently Added,' recipient count, and views. Clicking a card opens detailed criteria, awardees, and nomination history.
How it Helps
Standardizes recognition by ensuring appreciation is based on clear, consistent benchmarks.
Creates fairness and transparency in how excellence is acknowledged.
Encourages goal alignment by motivating employees to reflect company values and strategic priorities.
Drives performance by providing structured recognition that inspires employees to strive for excellence.
Builds a recognition-driven culture with social proof, inspiring others through public awards.
Use Case
Peer-Nominated Award for Innovation
Let’s say Wazo has an award called 'Creative Catalyst,' given to employees who introduce solutions that improve workflow efficiency. Rachel, a developer, automated a recurring task that previously took three hours a week. Her teammate nominates her by referencing the clear criteria outlined in the award description. The nomination is reviewed, approved, and displayed in the Feed—celebrating her initiative while also setting a visible benchmark for others.
Impact
For Employees
Awards become tangible goals that drive intrinsic motivation and provide public validation for efforts that might otherwise go unnoticed.
For the Organization
A transparent, structured recognition framework fosters a high-performance culture, reduces bias in praise distribution, aligns behavior with company values, and improves morale through positive reinforcement.
Panels
Award Name
This is the required title of the award (max 50 characters). Examples: 'Creative Catalyst,' 'Above & Beyond,' or 'Team MVP'.
Description
A concise 1–2 sentence explanation of the award’s purpose. Example: 'Recognizes individuals who consistently go the extra mile to support team objectives.'
Criteria
Defines the actions or outcomes that make someone eligible. Rich text editor supports bold text, bullet points, and links. Example: 'Consistently meets deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.'
Upload Award Image
Every award should include a relevant visual. Uploading an image makes the award more recognizable and engaging.
Features
Best Practices
Browse awards regularly to stay informed about organizational values.
Use award view counts as a guide to see trending recognitions.
Read award criteria carefully before nominating or aiming for recognition.
Create new awards only when necessary to avoid clutter — ensure each serves a unique purpose.
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