Appreciation at Work

From Gratitude to Lasting Connections

Appreciation at Work

Because everyone wants to feel valued - just not in the same way.

A simple “thank you” doesn’t land the same for everyone.

Appreciation at Work helps teams understand how each person prefers to give and receive appreciation—creating workplaces where gratitude feels authentic, trust deepens, and morale soars.

Led by Valerie Menzel and Leanne Burnett, both Certified Facilitators of Appreciation at Work, this interactive session brings the Five

Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace® to life. Blended with CliftonStrengths®, it gives teams a practical and joyful way to build connection and engagement through genuine appreciation.

The Result

A culture where people feel seen, valued, and motivated.
Workplaces where appreciation isn’t an afterthought—it’s how the team thrives.

The Savvy Experience

This workshop is heartfelt, energizing, and filled with those “I never realized that about you!” moments. Participants explore what appreciation looks like for them, what it means for others, and how to keep that sense of value alive.

What to Expect

Discover Your Language of Appreciation

Participants take the Motivating By Appreciation Inventory® to learn how they naturally prefer to feel valued—through Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Acts of Service, or Tangible Gifts.

Authenticity in Action

Through guided conversations and practical exercises, participants practice showing appreciation in ways that feel natural and meaningful.

Appreciation vs. Recognition

Learn why appreciation is about people, not performance—and how small, personal gestures can leave your coworkers with the biggest impact.

Strengths + Appreciation

Explore how CliftonStrengths® shapes the ways people recognize, encourage, and connect with others—bridging gaps and building understanding across teams.

Why It Matters

Appreciation done right transforms teams.

Appreciation at Work helps leaders and coworkers understand how to recognize one another in ways that truly resonate—creating trust, connection, and a culture where people love to give their best.