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Every workplace will have workers who will not take part in provided workplace wellness activities. But these same workers may be following many healthy practices in their daily living. A good wellness program should give these people credit and recognition for their good work.

Recognition of healthy goal setting and goal execution is a wonderful approach for reinforcing what people are doing on their own outside of work, and for reaching those who do not like group activities. Suggested steps for individual goals/objectives and recognition include:
• A form employees can fill out which includes the set intention(s) and a target date for completion.
• Information on setting realistic objectives and goals, as people often overestimate what they can do and by when. It’s good to remind workers “baby steps” count!
• Maintain a confidential file of the submitted employee intention forms in a dated “tickler” system.
• Send a reminder to each employee at the time of each member’s intention date. This reminder might be a copy of their original intention form. Ask for employee’s feedback regarding their intention(s): completed the intention, need an extension, or have discontinued the intention.
• When the form is returned from an employee:
   1. If an employee has completed the goal, a certificate of completion is received along with a prize or incentive item linked to the goal (if possible).
   2. If the employee renegotiates the deadline or the objective, the form is re-filed for future follow-up. Continue to promote the employee.
   3. If the objective is canceled, send a note acknowledging this “good try” and promote the employee to try again when the timing is right.
• Allow those interested in this process to set goals/objectives any time and as often as they want.