OTTAWA, March 1 -- March 1 marks World Compliment Day - an opportunity to highlight the impact of these small verbal gestures in daily life - and in the workplace. And there appears to be a need as many employees feel that compliments are in short supply. Something that should be rectified because these words of encouragement can strengthen involvement, engagement and hence boost productivity.

"Well done!" "Great job!" "Congratulations on those great results!" These little phrases may seem insignificant, but they can make all the difference in the workplace. The employee who receives a compliment generally finds in these words a form of approbation and encouragement, which will encourage them to become even more committed to their work....