Monthly Archives: February 2014

Custom Awards and Gifts build Stronger Relationships

Photoxpress_5665843Creating strong relationships with employees Custom Awards and Gifts build Stronger Relationships is pivotal to the company’s overall success. When there’s an invisible barrier between the boss and employees, the entire company suffers as a result. Employees will hold their questions, concerns and comments back rather than voicing them to their boss. This can lead to a loss of productivity, higher margin for human error, lower morale, and increased chance of work-related injury. So, how can you avoid problems such as this in your workplace? Continue reading

Employee Appreciation Ideas – Last Minute

light-bulb-01In case you didn’t get the memo, Employee Appreciation Day is right around the corner (May 7th). The good news is that it’s not too late to plan a fun-filled day for your employees. With a little bit of work, you can create a memorable and rewarding Employee Appreciation Day for everyone in the office. Don’t assume that it’s too late to throw an event for your team members. For some last minute Employee Appreciation ideas, keep reading. Continue reading

Employee Appreciation Trends For 2014

Photoxpress_2309590Now that we’re well into the New Year, many employers are wondering what 2014 has in store for employee appreciation and recognition programs. As the nation’s economy continues to recover, workers are actively quitting their jobs in search of higher-paying opportunities. In fact, a recent Bureau of Labor study found that the average worker in the U.S. stays less than 5 years at a job. Unless you want to constantly spend more time, energy and money into finding replacements, you should make it a point to appreciate and recognize your employees. This week, we’re going to discuss some of the top trends for employee appreciation in 2014. Continue reading

Employee Recognition links directly to Performance

magnifying-glass-02Recognition is arguably one of the most powerful motivators in the workplace. When employees are recognized by their boss, they’ll have more drive and determination to push themselves at work. This leads to higher performance, lower turnover rates, and a general positive attitude that others pick up on. While most business owners are fully aware of the importance of employee recognition, few people know how Employee Recognition links to their business. Continue reading

Employee Loyalty Improvements In The Workplace

workers-02According to a study performed by Columbia University, the average cost to replace a worker in the U.S. is his or her annual salary. If an employee earns $45,000/year, then it would cost the company roughly $45,000 to find, hire and train a replacement. The good news is that business owners can help reduce the need for locating “replacements” starting with Employee Loyalty Improvements in the workplace. Among other things, loyal employees are less likely to look for a new job, which saves the company money and time. Continue reading

Workplace Recognition …The Biggest Motivator

thumbs-up-01Employee Workplace recognition is something that all companies should incorporate into their normal professional functions. Whether it’s handing out an award or verbally expressing your gratitude (or a combination of the two), it will benefit your company in several different ways. You can read through some of our previous posts here at the Asap Awards Blog for more tips and advice on employee recognition programs. Continue reading

Going The Extra Mile With Your Employee Appreciation Program

jogging running fitnessLooking for ways bump your company’s employee appreciation program to the next level? While verbally telling employees “thanks” for everything they’ve done is a step in the right direction, it’s not the a long-term solution. Hearing a “thank you” might offer just enough encouragement for workers to continue, but it’s not going to motivate them to truly push themselves on the job. This week, we’re going to reveal how companies can go the extra mile with their employee appreciation program. Continue reading