HR Stacks Blog

JULY 3, 2025

Employee recognition isn’t just a feel‑good perk; it’s a strategic asset. Studies show that team members who receive regular praise are 63 percent more likely to stay at their current job over the next few months, and almost three-quarters say more recognition would boost their productivity.

Planning Tools

Empuls

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In today's competitive business world, implementing impactful employee incentive ideas is essential for boosting motivation, engagement, and retention. Thoughtful incentive ideas can go beyond standard rewards to spark enthusiasm, increase loyalty, and foster a stronger sense of team unity. 

Bonuses and Incentives

Empuls

JULY 26, 2024

According to Gallup , employee recognition is the top reason that keeps employees happy at work. Among employees who have great recognition experiences, 72% say that performance on "little things" is commonly recognized at their organization. Cisco, a successful company with revenue of $1.27

Employee Recognition

Vantage Circle

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

I have compiled wholesome information on Effective Ways to Reward Employees for Good Performance with examples that can strengthen your understanding of the employee reward system and help your organization drive their performance through the alluring rewards you provide. Monetary Rewards for Outstanding Performance 1.

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Contact Monkey - HR

AUGUST 13, 2024

Whether you’re looking to inject some energy into your team meetings, foster a sense of camaraderie among remote employees, or simply add a dash of fun to your workday, read on to transform the way you think about your employee engagement. 5 highly engaging email templates More opens, clicks, and conversations at your company.

Employee Engagement

Terryberry

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Company morale shows how satisfied and motivated employees are at work. Key Takeaways Company morale significantly influences employee engagement, retention, and overall business success, necessitating focus on leadership, communication, and recognition. What is Company Morale?

Strategy

Terryberry

JULY 18, 2025

Effective recognition programs should be structured, personalized, and inclusive to create a lasting impact on employee engagement and morale. The Importance of Rewarding Employees Employee recognition isn't just a feel-good gesture; it's a cornerstone of a thriving workplace.

Bonuses and Incentives

Terryberry

JULY 19, 2024

It’s the same sort of classification with employee engagement and satisfaction– a satisfied employee may not always be engaged, but engaged employees are almost always satisfied. Employee satisfaction Employee satisfaction refers to the contentment and happiness of employees with their job and work environment.

Employee Engagement

Vantage Circle

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Interestingly, employee retention works a lot like that puzzle. Each of your employees is a crucial part, contributing to your organization’s big picture. The vision of your company, its goals and success. Also, you’ll be shocked to know that, The average cost of turnover per employee can be thousands of dollars.

Examples

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 30, 2025

I recently spent stressful hours at work to complete a task with a tight deadline, and after submitting it, within just a few hours, I received a spot award from the Director and a shout-out from my team members on the company engagement platform. It felt like all my hard work had been worth it.

Bonuses and Incentives

Terryberry

AUGUST 7, 2024

If you've ever said, "that's not the way we do things around here," you were speaking about your company's type of organizational culture, whether or not that was your intent. It's multifaceted, it's ever-changing, and it can make or break the success of your company. Workplace culture is a defining characteristic of an organization.

Hiring Software

Vantage Circle

MARCH 24, 2025

This isn't just my story—it's the new reality of employee motivation While traditional recognition focuses on compensation, today's workforce hungers for something more meaningful. Let's explore how experiential rewards can revolutionize your recognition strategy. What Are Experiential Rewards?

Bonuses and Incentives

Empuls

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Employee morale is more than just how happy workers are – it’s the overall feeling that drives their engagement, productivity, and satisfaction at work. High morale doesn’t just benefit employees; it also boosts the company’s bottom line.  How does morale affect productivity?

Productivity

Empuls

JULY 26, 2024

According to Gallup , employee recognition is the top reason that keeps employees happy at work. Among employees who have great recognition experiences, 72% say that performance on "little things" is commonly recognized at their organization. Cisco, a successful company with revenue of $1.27

Employee Recognition

Empuls

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In today's fast-paced business environment, employee engagement and motivation have become key ingredients for the success of any organization. A workforce that feels valued, appreciated, and recognized will likely remain loyal, productive, and committed to the company’s goals. 

Employee Recognition

Contact Monkey - HR

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Look no further than gamification for employee engagement! Gamification transforms the daily grind into an adventure through interaction and meaningful incentives. Read on as we share how to successfully roll out employee engagement gamification. Check out our article for more creative employee engagement ideas here.

Employee Engagement

Ben Eubanks

APRIL 18, 2025

Youll be seeing more of these companies in the coming weeks and monthsthrough a series of published case studies here on the blog. The global, midsize company had unique setup and level of complexity that made it feel more like an enterprise firm, but other software wasn’t able to manage that complexity.

HR Software

Achievers

AUGUST 9, 2024

The right performance management strategy and tools can address these challenges and transform the process into a positive experience for both managers and employees. Performance management is the process of assessing and improving employee performance. What is performance management?

Performance Management

Peoplebox

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Its a hit to team morale, company culture, and productivity. Now, a once-a-year Employee of the Month award or a generic Great job! Thats not recognition. Thats a box checked. Spot Bonuses No waiting. Profit-sharing or Performance-Based Bonuses Tie recognition to real business outcomes.

Employee Recognition

Ongig

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Inclusive employee benefits shape your team members’ engagement and satisfaction. The benefits that you offer affect a team member’s loyalty to the company. Traditionally, employee benefits revolved around perks like vacation time off and retirement plans.

Employee Benefits

AIHR

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Employee recognition is an inexpensive resource companies can use to increase retention and engagement. Building a solid employee strategy on effective employee recognition ideas can help your organization minimize turnover and improve job satisfaction. Contents Why is employee recognition important?

Employee Recognition

Empuls

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Did you know that companies with regular employee recognition programs have a 31% lower turnover rate ? Recognition isn’t just a “nice-to-have”—it’s a crucial part of keeping your team engaged and motivated. Example oFamempanies running Employee of the Week program  1.

Planning Tools

Vantage Circle

MARCH 18, 2025

Perhaps, I for one, can vouch for it, given how during my tenure in my previous company, I witnessed many employees exposed to such accidents or illnesses because the safety precautions were compromised. However, after abundant research and learning about the significant impact these programs have, I quickly realized their value.

Hiring Software

ClearCompany HRM

MAY 8, 2025

This post was originally published in June 2015 and was updated with new information about multigenerational compensation strategies in May 2025. Did you know you might be managing a workforce made up of employees from as many as five different generations ? fewer companies offer fixed holidays 4.5%

ClearCompany

Recruiters Lineup

JUNE 18, 2025

Employee incentive software has become a strategic asset for organizations aiming to boost morale, productivity, and retention. The best platforms don’t just hand out rewards—they integrate performance tracking, peer recognition, and data-driven insights that align with your company’s culture and goals.

Recruiting Software

Achievers

MARCH 27, 2025

Non-monetary rewards are key to a better employee experience , offering lasting impact beyond a paycheck. While financial incentives provide short-term boosts, meaningful recognition and growth opportunities build deep emotional connections and long-term commitment.

Employee Engagement

Terryberry

JUNE 16, 2025

From custom awards to cash bonuses and self-care gifts, employee rewards can fuel strategic goals. They’re great for showing appreciation, but if you want to shape company culture or reduce turnover, you need a tailored employee engagement program. Here are four additional types of employee rewards worth considering: 1.

Planning Tools

AIHR

JULY 30, 2025

Turning raw data into actionable insights HR departments manage vast amounts of information, from payroll and engagement surveys to learning outcomes and operational reports. For example, a recruiter can use it to analyze which sourcing channels deliver the most suitable candidates who are likely to remain with the company long-term.

HR Function

Empuls

MARCH 17, 2025

A study conducted by the Wharton School found that an average company tends to lose anywhere from 20% to 50% of its workforce each year.    This prompts a pivotal question: What is the organization's current state of employee loyalty? Companies can take note and adjust or be rigid and risk losing their best performers.

Hiring Software

Empuls

JUNE 18, 2025

If one of your employees has a negative impression of your company, they won’t be productive, resulting in a higher turnover rate which isn’t a good sign for your company. Personalizing gifts for your employees will satisfy them with renewed energy to perform better.

HR Software

Empuls

JUNE 23, 2025

  What Is Employee Rewards And Recognition In Business? R&R programs express appreciation for employees and extended teams in a variety of ways, and can be both cash and non-monetary in nature. Employee recognition is not a one size fits all: It needs to be meaningfully personalized to each recipient.

Planning Tools

Terryberry

MARCH 21, 2025

When researching employee recognition software, youll notice that most platforms offer similar functionality: social recognition, redeemable rewards, and service awards. Sure, tracking gift card redemption rates is useful, but does your software connect those insights to actual employee retention metrics?

Planning Tools

Achievers

JUNE 5, 2025

Employees in the professional services are specialized, educated, and driven workers. Incentive programs need to align with employee expectations, desires, and motivations. Stop the retention merry-go-round and start retaining talent with an employee engagement strategy that targets key motivation drivers.

Planning Tools

Empuls

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Work incentives are critical for enhancing employee motivation, satisfaction, and productivity. Research indicates that companies with effective incentive programs can see a 25% increase in productivity and a 20% reduction in turnover rates. Such stipends can significantly boost employee satisfaction and loyalty.

Bonuses and Incentives

Terryberry

APRIL 17, 2025

Most businesses we speak to have certain ambitions in mind for their employee engagement program. They might want to reinforce company values, automate employee recognition, incentivize performance, improve employee wellbeing, or achieve more niche objectives like encouraging safety protocols.

Employee Engagement

EmployeeConnect

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

About 65 percent of the people in one survey reported that they received no recognition over the last 12 months for their work.In the same report, 89 percent of employers feel that most employees leave their companies to earn more money.

Employee Recognition

Achievers

MAY 26, 2015

Do you give your employees big annual bonuses as a reward for their work? If so, you have plenty of company: It’s common to rely on annual bonus plans to build employee motivation and pad salaries. Do you give them, or do employees earn them? Most bonuses, however, only come 1-4 times per year.

Bonuses and Incentives