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November 26, 2024 / Get Well

As Thanksgiving approaches, this is a perfect time to pause, reflect and show gratitude to the amazing colleagues who make NOVA such a special place to work.

You’ve thought about it. Now is the time. Take action today with NOVAfy!

Continue the Focus on Gratitude
This holiday season, let’s make sure no one’s contributions go unnoticed. Whether it’s a quick note of thanks, a greeting from NOVAfy, campus shoutout or a heartfelt handwritten card, these small acts of appreciation create lasting connections and inspire those around us.

But don’t stop there—get ahead of the game! December is “Write a Friend Month,” and Extraordinary Work Team Recognition Day is just around the corner on December 4. Use this time to start recognizing the extraordinary individuals and teams that you serve with.

Opportunities to Act Now:

  1. NOVAfy: Recognize a colleague’s dedication, kindness, or extraordinary efforts through NOVA’s official recognition tool. It’s quick, easy, and meaningful!
  2. Team’s Praise: Use Microsoft Teams to celebrate your colleagues’ dedication, collaboration, and exceptional efforts! The “Praise” feature lets you recognize individuals or groups directly within Teams, fostering a culture of appreciation.
  3. Campus-Based Shout Outs, like:
    • “Thank a NOVA Superstar” at the Manassas Campus: Nominate someone who stands out for their amazing contributions. Learn more.
    • Jean Netherton Award Nominations at Alexandria Campus: Shine a spotlight on colleagues who go above and beyond. Nominate now.

Why Take Action Now?
The holidays are a busy time, but the gratitude we express now has the power to uplift spirits, strengthen bonds, and motivate everyone to finish the year strong. Let’s embody the season of appreciation by showing our colleagues that their work matters.

Make a difference today. NOVAfy someone now!

Your Feedback is Valuable
We want to hear from you! We’ve created a short survey to gather your feedback on NOVAfy. Tell us what you think and help us “up our recognition game” and enhance the NOVA employee recognition experience.

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Submitted by:
Dahlia Henry-Tett, Chief Wellness Officer (CWO), Employeewellbeing@nvcc.edu