Monday, October 6, 2008

Lack oomph? Inspiring posters can boost employee morale

By Dave and Carol Womble

Art that inspires is one thing ... art that motivates is another thing entirely. Framed art works can provide the extra little push employees need to boost morale and stay motivated toward a common goal.

Many employers have begun decorating the walls of their offices with a variety of motivational posters: Most often it's a peaceful or inspiring scene, accompanied by a famous quote or saying. But motivational art does more than just hang around on your walls; it encourages workers to strive toward the common goal of a successful company.

Framed motivational art provides a terrific way to keep employees focused and on track. An inspirational poster of a team of skydivers or a rowing team can help reinforce your message that each member of your team is a valued employee and has a key role to play in the company.

More and more, however, these motivational posters are popping up in places other than traditional office settings. They're making their presence known in recreational centers, school classrooms and in health clubs. Why? Because whatever it is we do, we all need motivation.

Teachers use motivational posters to get their students excited about learning - and achieving ... even excelling! Kids need to know their efforts will pay off - and visual reminders are a great way to reinforce the concept of perseverance.

In the sports world, too coaches and trainers find that motivational posters help keep their athletes on target - both school-age and adult athletes. Owners of fitness centers put up motivational posters to encourage members to stretch beyond their limits to reach their greatest potential. Professional athletes can also benefit from the occasional inspirational message.

In the corporate world, use motivational posters to acknowledge achievement. Present a key employee with an inspirational poster that reflects his or her accomplishment - better still, choose a theme or image that bears special significance to the recipient.

Everyone needs building up from time to time. Maybe you know someone who's feeling discouraged or dejected over an illness ... a job loss ... or the death of a special loved one. Encourage the downhearted with a small 8x10 framed poster that inspires and uplifts.

Perhaps it's someone in your family - even within your home - who's having a difficult time. Hearten a spouse or child who's struggling with a motivational poster that speaks to the soul and brightens the spirit. Maybe you need a bit of encouragement yourself. What better gift to yourself than the gift of inspiration? Select your preferred image, quotation or theme and brighten up your own corner of the world.

But while it's true that motivational art is motivational, let's not forget that it's also art. Beautiful, heart-stirring art. And you've probably got a bare spot on a wall in your home or office that could use some brightening up. Liven up that wall with a stunning piece of motivational art ... and notice how much better you feel when you notice it hanging there.

When you're looking for an extensive selection of motivational posters, go to the online source for art: ArtExpressed.com. You'll find a wide variety of inspirational posters - in topics ranging from "Achievement" to "Your Move" - at prices that will really motivate you!

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