As an employer or supervisor, it's important to recognize your employees for their hard work and dedication

Use printable certificate paper to give your employees performance awards.

Whether you own and run a business, or are in a position of authority in someone else’s business, treating your employees with respect and kindness is an essential part of being a good supervisor. Most employees only hear from their manager or supervisor when they have done something wrong or are being given a new assignment. It’s just as important to recognize your employees when they have done something right or have in any way gone above and beyond the responsibilities of their position. A good way to do that is to give out employee awards. With printable award paper, it is easy to do this on a regular basis, or as a spontaneous gesture of appreciation.

Standard certificates

There is a wide variety of award paper available for printing certificates of recognition. The most familiar is the standard style, with a formal-looking border edging the paper. You can use most graphic arts software to design your certificate, or use special certificate template software for easier personalization.

Casual certificates

For the less serious occasion, use a casual certificate paper with fun graphics to express your appreciation. It can also be fun to give out silly awards at your annual employee party.

Letter-topped certificates

If you want to truly express your admiration and gratitude to your employee, a letter-topped certificate gives you the means to do so. The top half of the certificate is letter-sized, allowing you to write in full the reasons for the award. The bottom, perforated section is the certificate itself.

Certificate bundles

If you know that you will be giving out multiple awards in the future, it is probably more economical to purchase a certificate bundle. These packages come with the certificate papers, certificate frames or holders, foil seals, and ribbons. You can then use your software to print out the perfect award, and affix the ribbon and foil seal to finish it off.

Remember, one of the marks of a good manager or employer is that he or she treats his employees well. If you find that your employee contact consists mainly of confrontation and correction, you can go a long way to improving relations by offering some words of encouragement and recognition of hard work.