Imagine you are a dedicated employee working with XYZ corporation. You consistently exceed your targets and actively support your colleagues. You receive positive feedback from clients and your team members. During your performance appraisal meeting, your manager recognizes your outstanding performance, praises you for your contributions, and offers you a well-deserved salary increase and a promotion opportunity. You feel motivated, valued, and appreciated by the organization.

Based on the above scenario, answer the following questions.

1. How do you perceive that your positive experience in the performance appraisal meeting will impact your motivation and commitment to the organization?

2. Why is effective recognition and rewards important for motivating and retaining high performing employees? How does it contribute to a positive work culture?

3. What strategies do you think organizations can use to consistently recognize and reward employees for their contributions and efforts, ensuring they feel valued and motivated? Support your answers with relevant examples.