The United States loses an estimated $11 Billion due to employee turnover annually! Even before the pandemic: #1 reason employees leave an organization is that they feel unappreciated (Gostick, Elton) 79% of employees who quit their jobs cite lack of appreciation as a primary reason for leaving (Nelson, 1001 ways to reward employees) Only one out of 5 workers believe their supervisor has ever publicly praised them (Wichita University) More than ½ of American workers are classed as not willing to go the extra mile; the disgruntled majority (Towers Perrin) Employees are now often working in isolation, without the camaraderie and culture of being in a group, others are working too close together, making products, running our stores, riding or driving buses. Recognition and appreciation for their efforts is tremendously important.