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Employee of the Month Template
A fair, repeatable employee of the month program — nomination form, scoring criteria tied to values, selection process, and an announcement template.
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What you get
- A nomination form anyone can submit
- Weighted scoring criteria tied to your values
- A clear, bias-aware selection process
- A ready-to-edit winner announcement template
Template preview
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Nomination form
- Nominee name
- Nominee team
- Nominated by— optional
- What did they do?— be specific about the impact
Scoring criteria
| Criterion | Weight | Score 1–5 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demonstrated company values | 30% | ||
| Impact on the team or customers | 30% | ||
| Going above and beyond the role | 20% | ||
| Helping others succeed | 20% |
Selection process
- 1.Collect nominations through the month via the form
- 2.A small rotating panel scores each nominee against the criteria
- 3.Shortlist the top scorers and discuss to break ties
- 4.Confirm the winner and check it isn't a repeat of recent months
Fairness safeguards
- Allow peer nominations, not just manager picks
- Use the same weighted criteria every month
- Rotate the selection panel to avoid favouritism
- Track winners by team and demographic to spot patterns
Announcement template
This month's Employee of the Month is [Name] from the [Team] team. [Name] was recognised for [specific achievement], which showed our value of [value] in action. The impact: [result]. Please join us in congratulating [Name] — thank you for the work you do.
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How to use this template
- 1
Open nominations
Share the nomination form widely so anyone can recognise a colleague, not just managers.
- 2
Score consistently
Use the weighted criteria to evaluate every nominee against the same bar.
- 3
Select fairly
Have a small rotating panel decide, and track winners to avoid the same names every month.
- 4
Celebrate publicly
Announce the winner with the specific reason, using the announcement template.
Frequently asked questions
How do we keep employee of the month fair?
Use the same weighted criteria each month, allow peer nominations, rotate the selection panel, and keep a winner log. Tracking who wins by team surfaces bias before it erodes trust.
Should the award include a prize?
A small reward is nice, but the recognition itself — a specific, public thank-you naming the impact — is what matters most. Keep any prize modest and consistent.
Isn't a single monthly winner divisive?
It can be if it's the only recognition you offer. Pair it with frequent peer recognition so the monthly award is a highlight, not the sole way people feel valued.