Employee Appreciation Day
HR Bartender
MARCH 6, 2015
Today is National Employee Appreciation Day. Celebrated on the first Friday in March, the day reminds us how important it is to support, thank and reward our employees. Now some might argue that every day should be employee appreciation day. Over 50% of employees said receiving a “thank you” from their direct supervisor gave them a high sense of satisfaction.
Why every day should be National Employee Appreciation Day at your office
Ceridian
MARCH 2, 2016
One of the ways to drive better engagement of your employees is to simply show your appreciation for the work they do. If your employees feel like you care about them, are invested in their well-being and recognize their efforts, you will have a great affect on their happiness at work – and thus create a more engaged and more motivated workforce. Not just once a year.
6 Low-Cost Employee Appreciation Day Ideas
Terryberry
FEBRUARY 22, 2016
Employee Appreciation Day is March 4, 2016. Looking for last-minute Employee Appreciation Day Ideas ? Here are 6 low-cost ways to show your employees that they are valued on Employee Appreciation Day. Hand-write a note of thanks to your employee for a specific attitude, behavior or contribution that you appreciate.
5 Companies That Are Responding To The Needs Of The Millennial Workforce
15Five
MAY 3, 2016
One way to do this is through sustainability, a pathway for employees to be more engaged because they feel more connected to a mission. Integrating sustainability into the core mission and values of a business is a critical strategy to attract more millennials. Blueboard enables companies to say “thank you” to their employees in a meaningful way, through experiential rewards.
The 5 Ss of Effective Employee Appreciation
HR Daily Advisor
JANUARY 25, 2016
Many HR professionals have spent a lot of time thinking about the best ways to express appreciation to employees. And these 5 Ss are all you need to remember when it comes to effective employee recognition strategies. By Jennifer Carsen, J.D. We here at BLR have, too, and I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s not about the big, expensive, flashy gestures. Solid.
An Employee Engagement Strategy That Guarantees Success
Data Solutions International
JULY 27, 2015
So what's the right employee engagement strategy to dramatically increase engagement in your organization? Well let's first talk about the wrong strategy. Usually, someone from HR has to convince the CEO to spend money on an employee survey. The committee might implement things like an employee appreciation day, an awards program, launch new
How to Get Executives On Board with Employee Rewards and Recognition Programs
Achievers
OCTOBER 11, 2016
Donald Clifton’s book How Full Is Your Bucket revealed the number one reason people leave their jobs is because they don’t feel appreciated. But there’s a proven way to address this problem: focus on employee engagement. It’s clear businesses need to focus more on employee engagement and recognition strategies. Why will your employees love it? Still not convinced?
5 tips for effectively rewarding your best employees
Ceridian
OCTOBER 13, 2015
Among most human capital management professionals, there’s an undying sense of urgency to foster employee retention and productivity. So for this reason, you try all sorts of strategies […]. Employee Engagement employee appreciation employee feedback employee recognition recognition programAfter all, that’s the entire point of the job – you want to build a staff that achieves at a high level and makes the business profitable.
mission: become a recognition hero [infographic]
O.C. Tanner
FEBRUARY 9, 2016
We offer this recognition dossier with everything you need to appreciate great work throughout your organization. WHAT: Recognition (n.): an expression of appreciation and heartfelt gratitude. 84% of employees believe it’s important to recognize above and beyond performance. WHY: Expressing your appreciation through recognition boosts trust and teamwork.
How to Succeed in the Human Economy
RecognizeThis!
DECEMBER 5, 2014
Usually that’s a groan-inducing phrase for many employees across the world, but these meetings were with the strategy and consulting team. as well as the head of our strategy and consulting group) began to discuss what truly sets us apart. So the question becomes, how do I encourage “humanity” among all employees? Appreciativeness). by Lynette Silva. Humility).
don’t wait 365 days to recognize new employees
O.C. Tanner
DECEMBER 17, 2015
Tanner indicates that “companies with strong recognition have higher employee engagement.” If employee engagement is something you want to achieve, make sure your recruiting and onboarding strategies include appreciating and rewarding employees from day one on the job. Reward employee referrals. Appreciate the employees who choose to join.
can you recover from a recognition fail?
O.C. Tanner
FEBRUARY 18, 2016
month later, in the department meeting, your manager takes the stage. “I want to recognize an employee who went above and beyond to get the job done. In an ideal world, every recognition moment is a win. Everyone cheers. The right people feel celebrated. And you feel great about making it happen. But, no matter how hard we all might try, recognition “wins” don’t always happen. They do.
yes, you should celebrate employee appreciation day
O.C. Tanner
MARCH 4, 2016
Nevertheless, National Employee Appreciation Day is here, and it’s here to stay. The problem is that most companies, managers and employees don’t quite know how to celebrate it…yet. As researchers, we understand the real impact appreciation has on the workforce. We know that lack of appreciation is the number one reason people leave jobs (78%). Absolutely. Party.
overcoming new (and old) hr challenges: webinar recap
O.C. Tanner
FEBRUARY 19, 2016
The employee-led economy. HR leaders are tasked with attracting and retaining top talent for their organizations, and inspiring employees to innovate and make a difference. Many are left asking, “How can we successfully navigate the changing workplace to build a culture that empowers all employees to produce great work?”. Generational differences. Increasingly global companies.
5 ways to improve employee engagement by showing your appreciation
Ceridian
MARCH 4, 2016
Here’s one way to do that – appreciate them. It’s so simple, yet so effective, and very on topic considering today is National Employee Appreciation Day! People are more willing to work diligently for an employer that shows appreciation for what they do. It pays to have a diverse arsenal of appreciation strategies, since just one won’t do.
7 Ways to Use Strategy to Your Advantage as an HR Leader
Women of HR
DECEMBER 8, 2015
Human resources is an exciting field that offers leaders the ability to optimize their professional potential while inspiring employees to do the same. However, attaining profound success as an HR leader necessitates the consistent use of proven strategies and systems that will generate the ongoing growth and optimized operations you seek. With that idea in mind, you should consider the value of implementing some or all of these growth strategies: Optimize your meetings. scheduling strategically so all employees are present. Don’t commit this oversight.
How to Spot Who’s Going to Quit Next
Achievers
OCTOBER 25, 2016
Most of your company’s expenses are unavoidable, but employee attrition is one of the costs that you can have significant control over. Employee attrition can cost six to nine months’ worth of the departing worker’s salary, so it’s in your best interests to find ways to address employee attrition head-on. Of course it’s necessary to create a culture in your organization that makes people want to stay — but it’s equally important to be able to recognize which employee is planning to quit next. percent employee churn rate.
The Currency and Culture of Trust: 5 Ways to Improve Trust Within the Workplace
Achievers
AUGUST 24, 2016
You might have great strategies and execution plans, but if you have low trust you won’t get the desired results. Keep in mind that high trust won’t save a bad strategy, but low trust will derail a good one. According to the Edelman 2016 Trust Barometer , “Nearly one in three employees don’t trust their employer. Show appreciation. Here is what I appreciate about you…”.
Why Your Company Needs To Make You Feel More Appreciated
SuccessFactors
OCTOBER 28, 2016
Nonetheless, the Harvard Business Review reports, “Most employees believe that management does not inspire them to great work-or give them the opportunity to do so.”. Put another way, all too often many employees simply end up with a case of “what have you done for me lately?”. Employees in strong recognition cultures produced nearly twice as many innovative ideas per month.
Never Mess With an Employee’s Paycheck – Friday Distraction
HR Bartender
MARCH 13, 2015
Employees expect to see exactly what they have earned. I’ve never heard an employee say, “Well, if I get 90% of what I earned, then I’m happy.” No – they want it all. Employees will tolerate the boring parts of their job. Just don’t mess with an employee’s paycheck. Your Should Never Mess With an Employee’s Paycheck Click To Tweet. Perfectly!
The “Elements” of an Engaged Company Culture
HighGround
JUNE 2, 2016
First up is Appreciation (Ap). More than half of employees say that hearing an occasional “thank you” from their managers gives them a high sense of satisfaction. But many organizations don’t have an engagement solution that gives managers an easy, public way to extend appreciation to their team. Almost half of HR managers say that recognition and rewards programs are an important retention strategy, especially for high performers. And employees agree. Company Culture company culture employee appreciation mentoring recognition and rewards
Employee Engagement: Where the Rubber Meets the Road
Total Employee Recognition
MARCH 12, 2015
Employee engagement, no matter the specifics of how it is achieved, is a universal factor in every organization. Well, let’s take a look at where the rubber meets the road on some of the key takeaways of this series regarding employee engagement in the transportation industry. Employee Engagement in the Transportation Industry. What do I mean by that?
An Employee Engagement Strategy That Guarantees Success
Data Solutions International
JULY 27, 2015
So what's the right employee engagement strategy to dramatically increase engagement in your organization? Well let's first talk about the wrong strategy. Usually, someone from HR has to convince the CEO to spend money on an employee survey. The right employee engagement strategy instead of being top down, is from the bottom up.
5 Tips for Keeping Your Remote Workers Engaged and Productive
CultureIQ
JANUARY 26, 2016
More and more frequently, we hear the phrase “employee engagement,” especially those of us who are managers or team leaders. Maintaining engagement of employees is hard enough, but what if a significant portion of your workforce is global or remote? Here are some key strategies we use to make sure everyone’s connected and engaged: Foster team unity. By using project management solutions, collaboration platforms, and document sharing tools, like Google Docs or Dropbox, employees can work together easily. Express appreciation. Use technology to stay in sync.
The next three years for HR technology.
Reward Gateway
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
Using sites like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for communication, developing a culture and listening to feedback can be an effective strategy. Employees appreciate companies that are open and honest. We live in a world of rapidly evolving technology, it seems that every day there is a new app, software update, device or iPhone that changes how we live our lives. Technology
NSF International – An Employee Recognition Case Study
Terryberry
MARCH 31, 2015
Without engaged employees, organizations will struggle to prosper. As a result, CEOs are on the hunt for the silver bullet to help them gain the edge when it comes to engaging their people with the mission, vision and values of the business. It turns out that the throwing money and perks at employees is not the answer to the employee engagement question. Register Today.
Create A Vocabulary That Inspires Employee Engagement
TalentCulture
JULY 22, 2016
Employee engagement is the new black. I’ve been writing and thinking a lot about it lately, as have others. This revelation came after I’d read a series of interesting articles and spoken with a few clients of mine who’ve been working on employee recruiting, retention, engagement programs. The clients are genuinely trying to connect with employees, for a number of reasons.
More pay, not benefits, on workers’ wish lists, study says
HR Morning
MARCH 30, 2016
Many employers rely on top-notch benefits to keep workers happy when they can’t compete with other firms on pay, but those companies may have to rethink — or at least modify — that strategy sooner than they expect. . In 2015, nearly a quarter (20%) of workers said they’d accept fewer health benefits to have higher wages, according to the “ 2015 Health and Voluntary Workplace Benefits Survey ” by the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) and Greenwald & Associates. That’s double the amount of employees (10%) who responded that way back in 2012. are celebrated, and.
How to Deliver Stand-Out Employee Training and Development
Insperity
AUGUST 5, 2015
Are you one of the many companies ready to make employee training a top priority? As the demand for employee training grows, so do the delivery options for employers. But how do you know which training format is best for your company and employees? First, know that there are two basic goals of employee training: 1. According to the 2014 Corporate Learning Factbook , U.S.
17 Surefire Ways to Boost Employee Wellbeing
SnackNation
AUGUST 1, 2016
17 Surefire Ways to Boost Employee Wellbeing. In a recent interview , Life is Good founder Bert Jacobs emphasized that focusing on things like employee wellbeing have an often under-acknowledged business benefit for organizations. According to Jacobs, focusing on employee wellbeing and purpose is “a smart strategy for building a strong business….The Why is this the case?
Appreciation Digest: Impact of Healthy Work Engagement
O.C. Tanner
FEBRUARY 15, 2016
Employee appreciation and recognition are vital in today’s workplace to increase employee engagement and overall business performance. This week’s appreciation digest looks into the motivating factors around employee appreciation, the impact of a dynamic leader and how social media can help employees feel more connected with their employer.
do retreats have a place in corporate culture?
O.C. Tanner
MARCH 17, 2016
Early in my career I was part of a team responsible for putting on an annual employee event. It was huge; thousands of employees from around the United States attended. That was more than 15 years ago, but recently in my Facebook feed, as well as in the New York Times , I’ve read about businesses that are once again taking groups of employees on retreats. Culture-building.
4 employee recognition best practices
Achievers
JUNE 2, 2016
To build a strong company culture and foster employee engagement and alignment, you need to recognize their contributions in a way that makes them feel genuinely appreciated. is a helpful way to summarize these four employee recognition best practices: R: Regular. The need for appreciation is fundamental to every human being. The acronym R.I.S.E. is
Beware the Feel Good Work Culture
TalentCulture
FEBRUARY 9, 2016
How critical is work culture to recruitment and employee retention? As I recently wrote, if you’re looking to snag the best prospects, employee perks alone just won’t cut it. Today’s modern employee is looking for much more than great benefits and a healthy 401K plan. Employee happiness matters to business success, period. It’s important, I’ll give you that.
The Psychologies Behind Motivation
SAP Innovation
SEPTEMBER 9, 2015
Rewarding and recognizing employees doesn’t just feel good – it motivates the behaviors that you want to encourage. With some basic understanding of how the brain processes appreciation and implements positive motivational behavior, we can tweak our everyday conduct in a way that increases productivity within the home or workplace. Employee appreciation. Your childhood.
4 tips for fostering a culture of innovation
Ceridian
APRIL 29, 2016
New strategies and products are hard to come across in a workplace that doesn’t actively seek them. The sort of office that embraces employees, actively communicates values and goals and is open to new technology is more likely to achieve that culture. They tell the company something about a product or strategy, and offer insight moving forward. Why is this important?
Video content can help optimize workforce performance
Kontiki Enterprise Video
MARCH 16, 2015
They are pondering interactions among employees and aiming to redefine the traditional hierarchies of office culture. The bring your own device strategy, commonly referred to as BYOD, has gained plenty of steam in the past couple of years as well. Employers tout the strategy because it can lower the expenses of corporate software and untether workers from a desk and a landline phone. This creates plenty of flexibility for an employee, who can work with their own personal device – laptop, smartphone or tablet – whether they are in a hotel or at the office.
The Importance of Employee Retention
HRsoft
JANUARY 12, 2016
They compare it against industry benchmarks and if they come off even a little better, they rejoice and settle into their old routine of grueling performance reviews, ‘Employee Appreciation’ endeavors, knee jerk cash reward distributions and exit interviews (which are conducted after an employee has already decided to leave.). Most companies check their turnover numbers.
The Recruiting Reel Episode 12: Adapting The Hiring Process For Millennials
Spark Hire
MARCH 22, 2016
And this is The Recruiting Reel, a video series in which we discuss real recruiting challenges with prominent recruiting experts to provide you with actionable tips you can apply to your own recruiting. I am thrilled to introduce today’s featured expert, Jacob Shriar, the Director of Content at Officevibe – a provider of employee engagement software that helps people enjoy work.
Beware The Feel-Good Work Culture
SAP Innovation
FEBRUARY 11, 2016
How critical is work culture to recruitment and employee retention? As I recently wrote, if you’re looking to snag the best prospects, employee perks alone just won’t cut it. Today’s modern employee is looking for much more than great benefits and a healthy 401K plan. Employee happiness matters to business success, period. Employee Engagement Future of Work





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