This summer, the Olympics are on everyone’s mind whether you are into sport or you prefer less energetic past times. The majority of people will have seen a few events on the television and they will have seen athletes receiving their medals. For some people, an Olympic gold medal is the ultimate award. Few trophies are coveted as much, although there are some very high profile trophies that some consider more important.
The Beautiful Game
When I grew up, the Football World Cup was all that I imagined lifting, kissing and waving above my head. Goals scored in the schoolyard were followed by an imaginary award ceremony at least ten times every break time. Lifting the real thing may have been in the imagination, but you can’t beat the feeling you get when you shake someone’s hand before receiving your first trophy in front of your teammates and your parents. The special feeling of achievement is unique, despite the fact that everyone in the room had a trophy by the end of the presentation.
The Weight of the Nation
Andy Murray at Wimbledon 2012 must have felt like that child all over again. He had unbelievable support and he was the best chance we have had for a Wimbledon men’s winner since Fred Perry in 1936. The pain when he lost was obvious as he wore his heart on his sleeve and broke down in tears in front of the watching fans and television audience. Like Paul Gascoigne crying in the World Cup 1990 semi-final upon realising he would miss the final because of a yellow card, the country warmed to Andy Murray. These are great examples of when a trophy is more than just bragging rights or an ego boost.
It’s just not Cricket Sir!
Success in sport is how most people receive trophies, but there are many other reasons a trophy may be awarded. The BAFTAs and OSCARs are two high profile awards for success in the workplace, but many employers, award titles and trophies to best performers and loyal employees. Rewarding people is an excellent motivational tool and it breeds healthy competition in competitive workplaces. There doesn’t need to be a black tie award ceremony once a year for people to recognise who is doing well in the company. In most cases, it could be a simple gathering at the end of the month before everyone heads home after work. However, you receive a trophy; it is always nice to know you are appreciated.
If you think, someone deserves a trophy, check out the range at www.onlinetrophies.co.uk/.
The Beautiful Game
When I grew up, the Football World Cup was all that I imagined lifting, kissing and waving above my head. Goals scored in the schoolyard were followed by an imaginary award ceremony at least ten times every break time. Lifting the real thing may have been in the imagination, but you can’t beat the feeling you get when you shake someone’s hand before receiving your first trophy in front of your teammates and your parents. The special feeling of achievement is unique, despite the fact that everyone in the room had a trophy by the end of the presentation.
The Weight of the Nation
Andy Murray at Wimbledon 2012 must have felt like that child all over again. He had unbelievable support and he was the best chance we have had for a Wimbledon men’s winner since Fred Perry in 1936. The pain when he lost was obvious as he wore his heart on his sleeve and broke down in tears in front of the watching fans and television audience. Like Paul Gascoigne crying in the World Cup 1990 semi-final upon realising he would miss the final because of a yellow card, the country warmed to Andy Murray. These are great examples of when a trophy is more than just bragging rights or an ego boost.
It’s just not Cricket Sir!
Success in sport is how most people receive trophies, but there are many other reasons a trophy may be awarded. The BAFTAs and OSCARs are two high profile awards for success in the workplace, but many employers, award titles and trophies to best performers and loyal employees. Rewarding people is an excellent motivational tool and it breeds healthy competition in competitive workplaces. There doesn’t need to be a black tie award ceremony once a year for people to recognise who is doing well in the company. In most cases, it could be a simple gathering at the end of the month before everyone heads home after work. However, you receive a trophy; it is always nice to know you are appreciated.
If you think, someone deserves a trophy, check out the range at www.onlinetrophies.co.uk/.
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