There are no such things as frivolous awards and honors. Recognition from industry, community, or simply Employee of the Month provides leaders and entrepreneurs with a range of benefits to help them succeed. Greater visibility leads to new opportunities for fundraising, collaborations, media coverage, etc., and ensures a better reputation.By combining great publicity with a great brand, his image improves business for everyone involved. I can do it.
Mike McKee is the founder of Bayleaf Awards, a UK-based company that specializes in working with passionate and successful individuals to gain recognition from prestigious award-giving organizations. Below, he talks about the importance of investing in awards and honors to boost stock and reputation for talented and motivated leaders and entrepreneurs.
How would you describe this company to someone who has never heard of it?
Mackey: A recent study shows that winning an award leads to a 48% increase in income and a 37% increase in sales. Awards can also increase the credibility of the owner and the company while boosting team morale.
Entering the competition is a difficult, time-consuming and expensive process. You must consider the time required to complete your entry for the Prize, the entry fee, and all costs associated with attending the Ceremony. However, working on all of these things doesn’t guarantee a win or nomination.
Individuals should create an appealing application that grabs the attention of the jury. As a public relations and communications firm that specializes in award submissions, leadership awards, and reputation management, Bayleaf Awards makes the part easy. We help leaders and entrepreneurs craft their stories to maximize their chances of being recognized.
What is Bayleaf’s award submission process?
Mackey: First, applicants are asked to fill out an online form with information about the company and the desired award. We will examine the documents to determine if we would be a good partner for them.
If passed, the next step is to place the order and pay for it so the team can start working on the desired application. Then submit the draft for approval before submitting the nomination request. I hope this leads to at least commendation or placement, if not outright victory.
If the selected award is unsuccessful, we will suggest 5 additional awards that you may be eligible for. They can choose at least 3 awards from our list and we will make the necessary adjustments to submit them at no additional charge.
What makes Bayleaf different from its competitors?
Mackey: First, we don’t work for corporations. Instead, we focus on the individual. Our award submissions are compelling, thorough, and written by trained business journalists with national broadsheet experience.
We then go through all potential placements digitally and traditionally, as we believe reputation is best developed slowly and reliably over time. When it comes to perception, make sure you’re looking at all the facts or angles that can make a difference.
What are The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise?
Mackey: Writing a nominee for The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise is one of our best-selling services. Recognizing the very best in British business and innovation. Receiving such a prestigious award increases press and global recognition. (As of this writing, even after Queen Elizabeth’s passing, these awards continue to be called “Queen’s Her Awards.” Any future name changes will be reflected.)
The award is valid for five years and allows customers to use the emblem on packaging, stationery, advertising, websites, social media, etc. You can also display the Queen’s award flag at your headquarters along with your certificate of appointment and crystal trophy.
After the announcement of the winners, the nominees will be invited to a royal reception where one of the King’s representatives will visit the company to present the award.
What triggered the birth of Bayleaf?
Mackey: His early career as a senior executive in global companies in emerging and developing markets exposed him to diverse cultures in Europe, the United States, Latin America and Asia. Working in an external role with suppliers, governments and the media gave me a global perspective and made me realize that exposure is often the difference between success and failure. The ability of an individual to be seen, understood and supported by the larger community is the driving force for further success.
I leverage my expertise and work with an outstanding team of writers and journalists to develop profiles and tell stories that ensure these community pillars, innovators and entrepreneurs are recognized and supported. I made it
Our team is currently working with hundreds of people and organizations to help them get the recognition they deserve by sharing their stories with the right people in the right places.
What’s next for you and your company?
Mackey: We are always looking for ways to improve our processes to better serve our customers. We have also recently expanded our operations from the UK to the US, Australia, New Zealand and Canada, with the primary goal of being recognized as a global leader in personal awards and recognition.
For more information about Mike McKie and the Bayleaf Awards, visit their official website and follow their LinkedIn page.
Mike McKee
https://bayleafawards.co.uk/
[email protected]
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