When employees feel appreciated for their work, the benefits go both ways.
A Gallup survey shows that workplace recognition not only boosts employee engagement levels but also increases team members’ productivity levels and sense of loyalty to their employer, leading to greater impact in the process.
Ivan Chuberkis has experienced this firsthand at Enova, where he works as a marketing lead. He crafted a solution that significantly bolstered the company’s marketing initiatives, and as a result, he received praise from all levels of the organization.
Chuberkis shared that this recognition has made him feel “genuinely valued” as a team member and has given him the confidence to speak up more often during meetings, even when senior leaders are present. He believes that his experience reflects the meritocratic nature of Enova’s culture, which empowers him and his peers to take ownership of their talents.
“When you bring forward a strong idea, you’re often trusted to run with it and are recognized for the results,” Chuberkis said.
Below, Chuberkis shares more about how Enova celebrated his accomplishments and how this reflects a culture rooted in recognition.
About Enova
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Why did Enova recognize you as a top performer, and how has your work impacted the company?
I made an impact across multiple channels. This included building a new marketing attribution model and helping optimize our data pipeline to be closer to real time. These efforts provided clearer insights into marketing efficiency and directly contributed to performance gains, especially in our paid search channels. Throughout, I stayed closely aligned with Enova’s five values, especially “Operate as an Owner,” by proactively identifying opportunities, driving solutions end-to-end and ensuring long-term impact for the business.
How did Enova celebrate your achievements?
I really appreciate how consistently and thoughtfully the company recognizes impact. I was recognized during a companywide meeting, received shoutouts in both department and business unit meetings, and was also highlighted in our internal Slack channels. It’s meaningful to see that kind of appreciation come from multiple levels and functions, as it reinforces that the work matters. Awards are given out each quarter to recognize employees for exhibiting Enova’s values through their work. The winners receive exclusive Enova swag and a bonus.
“It’s meaningful to see that kind of appreciation come from multiple levels and functions, as it reinforces that the work matters.”
How has this recognition made you feel more connected to your work and Enova as a whole?
The recognition has been a big motivator; it has made me feel genuinely valued and given me the confidence to speak up in meetings, even in front of senior leadership. At Enova, our core value, “Best Answer Wins,” truly applies to everyone, no matter your level. When you bring forward a strong idea, you’re often trusted to run with it and are recognized for the results. That kind of culture makes it easy to stay engaged and push yourself, especially when tackling complex or high-impact projects.
