Original Post: Recognizing and rewarding security champions
The article discusses the concept of "love languages" from the book "The 5 Love Languages" and how understanding one’s love language can help to show appreciation effectively. It then applies this concept to creating a security champions program to keep participants motivated and appreciated. The 5 love languages are listed as:
- Gifts
- Words of Affirmation
- Physical Affection
- Spending Quality Time
- Acts of Service
In a workplace setting, especially for security champions, the article suggests various ways to show appreciation adapted from these love languages:
- Gifts: Provide security-related books, videos, training, certificates, stickers, and conference tickets.
- Words of Affirmation: Praise in performance reviews, inform their bosses of their achievements, send appreciative emails, publicly recognize them, and provide digital badges.
- Physical Affection: High fives (only if culturally and personally appropriate).
- Spending Quality Time: Give undivided attention, involve them in decision-making, offer sneak previews of tools, invite them to events, and regularly check in on their progress and needs.
- Acts of Service: Assist with non-security tasks like design or presentations, introduce them to useful contacts, and help solve their security issues promptly.
The article emphasizes that when people feel appreciated, they work harder, and it’s crucial to consistently demonstrate this appreciation through actions.
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