Boss’s Day is just around the corner – taking place on Monday, October 16th this year – and it’s the perfect opportunity to show your appreciation for the person who goes above and beyond for your team! The holiday was founded in 1958 by Patricia Bays Haroski, who was a secretary at the time. She […]
Category: Human Resources
10 Ways to Celebrate Customer Service Week
Did you know that Customer Service Week is just around the corner? Customer Service Week, starting October 2, is important because it is a time to celebrate the people who provide customer service and raise awareness of the importance of customer service. Good customer service can make a big difference in a customer’s experience, and […]
8 Mindsets to Help Keep You Calm and Productive
Many business professionals feel perennially stressed and out of control, versus calm and satisfied with their position. They realize that their productivity is suffering, as well as their health, but they don’t know what to do about it. It’s all about work-life balance and enjoying the role. Work management strategies for keeping cool and calm […]
Balancing Compensation & Appreciation to Keep Your Best Employees
Compensation and appreciation are two important factors in keeping your best employees happy and engaged. While compensation is important, it’s not the only thing that matters. Employees also want to feel appreciated for their work and contributions. A study by the Society for Human Resource Management found that 79% of employees would stay with their […]
How to Ensure All Employees Feel Valued and Recognized
A thriving workplace culture is one that values and appreciates every individual on the team. It requires an inclusive mindset that recognizes and celebrates the diverse contributions and experiences of all employees. There are some easy and practical strategies to ensure inclusive appreciation, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment for every member of your […]
10 Ways to Celebrate Work Retirements
Retirement is a HUGE life milestone that deserves to be celebrated. It’s a time to reflect on accomplishments, cherish memories, and embrace the excitement of what lies ahead. As a company, it’s important to celebrate retirements in a way that feels big yet intimate, all with the purpose of thanking your employees for their dedication […]
How Employee Recognition Programs Impact the Bottom Line
Employee recognition programs can have a significant impact on the bottom line of a business. By showing appreciation for employees’ hard work and accomplishments, businesses can boost morale, improve productivity, and reduce turnover. Here are 5 ways that employee recognition programs can impact the bottom line: Increased productivity: When employees feel appreciated, they are more […]
Why is Employee Appreciation Important?
As we close out the year, you may be wondering what changes you can make in the coming year. Have you thought about employee appreciation and recognition? What are you doing to make sure that your employees know that they are appreciated? Recognition helps employees see that their company values them and their contributions to […]
Hiring Bonuses vs Retention Bonuses – Which Is Best?
Hiring bonuses are intended to convince competitive applicants to accept job offers and stay with the company for at least the time required to earn the extra pay. These incentives have grown more popular over time. In fact, the number of job listings mentioning sign-on bonuses has doubled in the past few years. A recent […]
What Does Employee Appreciation Look Like?
With Employee Appreciation Day being just about a month away, March 4, 2022, you may be wondering if (or why) you should celebrate? Most companies run some kind of employee-recognition programs, but often they fall flat, wasting resources. Many become just another box for managers to check or are seen as elite opportunities for a […]
