Getting Started with Emanate Great

Welcome! Whether you’re an employee celebrating colleagues or a manager setting up recognition displays, this guide will get you started with Emanate Great quickly and easily.

🎯 What is Emanate Great?

Emanate Great is an employee recognition platform that brings appreciation to life through beautiful digital displays. Think of it like a digital bulletin board that celebrates achievements, promotions, and team wins with interactive features everyone can participate in.

The magic happens when:

Beautiful presentations automatically rotate on office displays
Colleagues can instantly add comments, GIFs, and likes
Team members get real-time appreciation from peers
Recognition feels personal and engaging

👥 Who Uses Emanate Great?

For Employees

You can participate by:

Viewing recognition presentations on office displays
Adding comments and GIFs via QR codes
Liking achievements with a simple tap
Nominating colleagues for future recognition

For Managers & HR

You can manage by:

Creating and publishing recognition presentations
Setting up display devices around the office
Managing comments and moderating content
Tracking engagement and participation
Inviting team members and managing permissions

For IT Admins

You can configure by:

Setting up display hardware
Configuring authentication and security
Managing user accounts and roles
Troubleshooting technical issues
Monitoring system performance

🚀 Quick Start: First 10 Minutes

Step 1: Access Your Account

If you’re a manager or HR person:

Visit your company’s Emanate Great dashboard (usually at dashboard.emanategreat.com)
Enter your work email and password
You’ll see the main dashboard with campaigns and employees

If you’re an employee:

Look for recognition displays in your office
Scan QR codes to participate
No account needed - just your work email!

Step 2: See It In Action

For everyone: Look around your office for TV displays or monitors showing employee recognition. These might be:

In the lobby welcoming visitors
In break rooms during coffee breaks
On hallway monitors
In conference rooms

What’s happening on screen:

Beautiful presentations celebrating team members
Employee photos, achievements, and messages
QR codes for participation
Live comment counts and likes

Step 3: Try Participating

If you see a QR code:

Open your phone’s camera
Point it at the QR code on the display
Tap the notification that appears
Add a comment or like to celebrate!

Takes about 30 seconds! 🎉

📱 The Employee Experience

What You’ll See

Emanate Great displays show different types of presentations:

Employee of the Month

Features one outstanding team member
Shows their photo, job title, and achievements
Includes a special message about their contributions

Promotion Celebrations

Announces career advancements
Shows before/after roles
Includes congratulatory messages

Team Achievements

Celebrates group wins
Shows team photos or graphics
Highlights collective accomplishments

Work Anniversaries

Marks milestone years of service
Shows employee photos and tenure
Celebrates loyalty and experience

How to Participate

Three easy ways to join the celebration:

1. ❤️ Like It (5 seconds)

Scan the QR code
Tap the heart button
Instantly adds to the appreciation counter

2. 💬 Leave a Comment (30 seconds)

Scan the QR code
Choose from 10 beautiful comment styles
Add a personal message or GIF
Submit and watch it appear on screen

3. 🌟 Make a Nomination (1 minute)

Scan the QR code
Suggest a colleague for future recognition
Explain why they deserve it
Submit for HR consideration

All participation is anonymous unless you choose to add your name!

🏢 The Manager Experience

Setting Up Your First Recognition

From the dashboard:

Go to Campaigns (or Projects)
Click “Create New” or “Add Campaign”
Choose a template:
- Employee of the Month
- Promotion
- Team Achievement
- Custom recognition
Fill in the details:
- Employee name and photo
- Their role and achievements
- A celebration message
- Choose background style
Publish it!
- Click “Publish” or “Go Live”
- It appears on your displays within minutes

That’s it - your first recognition is live!

Setting Up Display Devices

For permanent displays:

Prepare the device:
- TV, monitor, or computer connected to display
- Internet connection
- Modern web browser
Go to your display URL:
- Usually something like app.emanategreat.com
- Or ask your IT team for the address
Pair the device:
- Scan a QR code with your phone
- Verify your email
- Name the device (e.g., “Lobby Display”)
- Device stays logged in forever

Takes about 3-5 minutes per device!

📊 Understanding the Dashboard

Main Sections

🏠 Dashboard Home

Overview of your recognition program
Recent activity and stats
Quick access to common tasks

🎯 Campaigns/Projects

Create and manage recognition presentations
View all active and past recognitions
Track engagement (comments, likes, views)

👥 Employees

List of all team members
Add new employees
Manage employee information
View participation history

💬 Pending Comments

Review comments before they appear
Approve or reject submissions
Edit or remove inappropriate content

👤 Users

Manage who can access the dashboard
Set permissions (admin, manager, viewer)
Invite new users
Reset passwords

⚙️ Settings

Configure system preferences
Manage authentication settings
Set up integrations
Customize appearance

Quick Dashboard Tips

Finding what you need:

Use the search bar at the top
Click section names in the sidebar
Look for action buttons (Create, Add, Edit)
Most pages have a “Help” or ”?” icon

Staying organized:

Name campaigns clearly (e.g., “Q4 EOTM - Sarah Johnson”)
Use consistent employee naming
Archive old campaigns when done
Set up email notifications for important updates

🔧 Common First Tasks

For New Users

If you’re setting up Emanate Great for the first time:

Invite your team
- Go to Users → Add User
- Enter work emails
- Set appropriate permissions
Add employees
- Go to Employees → Add Employee
- Include photos, roles, departments
- Start with key team members
Create your first recognition
- Pick someone deserving
- Use a simple template
- Keep the message positive and specific
Set up one display
- Find a visible location
- Pair one device first
- Test that recognitions appear

For New Employees

If you’re joining a team already using Emanate Great:

Find the displays
- Look for TVs/monitors in common areas
- Ask colleagues where they are
Learn the QR codes
- Open camera app on your phone
- Point at QR codes on displays
- Practice scanning once
Start participating
- Like a few recognitions first
- Try leaving a comment
- Read what others are writing
Get involved
- Ask HR about nomination process
- Suggest improvements if you have ideas
- Share positive feedback

🎨 Understanding Templates

Available Presentation Types

Employee of the Month Templates:

Standard: Photo, name, title, achievements
Video: Includes background video with overlay text
Minimal: Clean design with focus on photo

Promotion Templates:

Career Advancement: Shows old/new roles
Achievement Focus: Highlights specific accomplishments
Team Celebration: Includes team context

Custom Templates:

Anniversary: Years of service focus
Team Win: Group achievement celebration
Special Recognition: Unique accomplishments

Template Features

All templates include:

High-quality image display
Readable text at various distances
QR codes for participation
Real-time comment and like counters
Mobile-responsive design

Optional features:

Background videos (for video templates)
Custom colors and fonts
Company branding
Multiple language support

📱 Mobile Participation Guide

For Phone Users

iPhone Users:

Open Camera app (not Photos)
Point at QR code on display
Tap the banner at top of screen
Safari opens with comment page

Android Users:

Open Camera app or Google Lens
Point at QR code
Tap the link that appears
Browser opens with options

Tips for both:

Hold phone 6-12 inches from screen
Make sure QR code is well-lit
If nothing happens, move closer or farther
Clean your camera lens if blurry

What Happens After Scanning

You get options to:

Like - Quick heart tap (anonymous)
Comment - Choose style, add message/GIF
Nominate - Suggest someone for recognition
View comments - See what others wrote

Security note: You only access your company’s recognitions, and participation requires email verification.

❓ Common Questions

”Do I need to download an app?”

No! Everything works through your phone’s web browser. Just scan QR codes with your regular camera app.

”Is my participation anonymous?”

Yes, by default! Likes are always anonymous. Comments can be anonymous or you can add your name. Nominations include your name for follow-up.

”How long do recognitions stay on display?”

It varies: Some stay for a week, others for a month. Your admin decides based on the recognition type and space available.

”Can I edit or delete my comment?”

Contact your admin: Comments can’t be edited by users, but administrators can modify or remove them if needed.

”Why do QR codes change?”

For security: QR codes refresh every 15-30 seconds with new codes. This prevents old screenshots from being reused.

”Can people from other companies see our recognitions?”

No: Everything is completely private to your organization. Each company has its own separate system.

🎉 Your First Week Checklist

By the end of your first week:

For Participants

Found recognition displays in your office
Scanned a QR code successfully
Left at least one comment or like
Read what colleagues are saying
Learned about nomination process

For Managers

Created your first recognition presentation
Set up at least one display device
Invited key team members to dashboard
Reviewed and approved initial comments
Shared participation instructions with team

For Everyone

Understands the different presentation types
Knows how to participate safely and appropriately
Has seen the positive impact on team morale
Feels comfortable asking questions

🚨 When Things Go Wrong

Can’t Scan QR Code?

Move closer/farther from display
Check that display is well-lit
Clean your phone’s camera lens
Try a different phone or QR scanner app

Comment Won’t Submit?

Check your internet connection
Make sure you entered a valid work email
Verify the comment isn’t too long (280 characters max)
Try refreshing the page

Can’t Access Dashboard?

Use your work email (not personal)
Try “Forgot Password” if needed
Check that you’re using the right URL
Contact your admin for access help

Display Not Showing Recognitions?

Check that device is powered on and connected
Verify the device is paired to your account
Refresh the display page (F5)
Contact IT if internet issues

Need more help? Contact your HR team or IT department - they’re here to support you!

📈 Next Steps

Level Up Your Participation

Week 2-4 Goals:

Try different comment styles
Add GIFs to your comments (when available)
Submit a nomination for a deserving colleague
Help new team members learn the system

For Admins: Expand Your Program

Add more features:

Set up additional display locations
Create recurring recognition campaigns
Enable GIF commenting
Set up automated notifications

Track success:

Monitor participation rates
Read comment sentiment
Gather team feedback
Measure impact on morale

Stay Connected

Keep learning:

Check for new features in the dashboard
Read update announcements
Share tips with colleagues
Provide feedback to improve the system

Remember: Emanate Great is about celebrating each other. Every comment, like, and nomination makes someone’s day brighter!

Ready to celebrate your team? Find a recognition display and scan that QR code! 🎊

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