In this episode of the J29.11 Podcast, we’re building on last week’s Christmas party discussion and diving into one of the most powerful (and most overlooked) leadership tools: rewarding your staff in meaningful, consistent ways. These rewards don’t have to be expensive or elaborate—what matters is that they’re personal, intentional, and designed to build momentum.

I’ll walk you through how we structured rewards inside my real estate company, how we celebrated both the big wins and the messy moments (including the first “psycho client” every agent eventually gets), and why these acknowledgments build confidence and loyalty—especially for newer or slower-producing team members.

You’ll also hear:

• Creative examples of rewards we used for different achievements
• Why recognition should never be reserved only for your top performers
• How to tailor rewards to fit your industry and your people
• The biggest mistake I made (yes, the plant story!) and what it taught me
• Team-building activities we did that brought everyone closer
• Simple individual gestures—like hospital food drop-offs and birthday cards for staff kids—that make a lasting impact

And as promised, I’ve created a free PDF packed with reward ideas and gift suggestions you can use no matter what kind of business you run. It’s designed to help you jump-start your planning and get your 2026 systems in place early, so your staff feels appreciated and energized going into the new year. To get your copy, just send us an email—the address is at the bottom of these show notes.

Whether you’re building momentum, encouraging growth, or simply reminding your team how valued they are, these ideas will help you create a culture where people feel supported and celebrated.

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