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How To Reboot Your Company’s Employee Recognition Program

checkmark1It’s estimated that over half of all U.S.-based companies have some type of employee recognition program in place. Unfortunately, however, many of these companies turn a blind eye to such programs, neglecting them just months after they are created. An employee recognition program is only effective if the employer implements it correctly. If you’re struggling to get your recognition program up and running, we have some helpful tips on how to reboot it. Continue reading

Employee Appreciation Activities and Events

476857_12316311With Employee Appreciation Day right around the corner (March 6, FYI), there’s no better time than now to plan some fun-filled activities and events for your employees. Employee Appreciation Day lives up to its namesake by focusing on the efforts on our country’s hard-working men and women. Business owners should use this time to show gratitude to their workforce. If you’re struggling to come up with employee appreciation activities and events, keep reading for some helpful ideas. Continue reading

Product Spotlight: Round Crystal Paperweight

The Round Crystal Paperweight is an elegant, all-crystal paperweight featuring an array of faceted cuts around the edges for improved visibility and style. While other paperweights are mass manufactured using low-grade glass and other cheap materials, The Round Crystal Paperweight takes a step in a different direction. It’s 100% high-grade optical crystal construction brings it to life, refracting light while capturing the attention of anyone nearby. Continue reading

Employee Recognition Cost-Benefit Analysis

goodjobAre you a business owner whose reluctant to implement en employee recognition program? It’s estimated that nearly 3 in 4 companies have some type of recognition program, whether it’s an employee-of-the-month program, quarterly rewards, or a simple bulletin board showcasing its hard-working employees. However, some companies view programs such as these as nothing more than a money pit, draining their budget while offering little-to-nothing in return. Continue reading

Product Spotlight: Forklift Truck Award

The Forklift Truck Award is brilliant solid die-cast award featuring a scaled-down forklift complete with a moveable mast. Resting atop a sparkling marble base with rounded ends, it’s a truly stunning award that’s perfect for any company which uses forklifts in its normal operations. And like all of the products offered here at AsapAwards.com, it comes with free personalization at no additional charge. Continue reading

Are You Ready For Employee Appreciation Day?

file000321909801Employee Appreciation Day is right around the corner. Held annually on the first Friday in March – which is March 6th this year – this is a day of showing appreciation and thanks to our nation’s hard-working men and women. With less than two months until Employee Appreciation Day, many companies are scrambling to make those last-minute preparations. Continue reading

The Link Between Employee Appreciation and Turnover Rates

massage-stress-01Still haven’t invested the necessary time and resources into creating an employee recognition program for your company? Some business owners assume recognition programs are nothing more than a money pit, costing them hundreds or even thousands of dollars, while others view them as having no real benefit. The truth, however, is that employee recognition programs offer numerous benefits, one of which being lower turnover rates. Continue reading

Start The New Year Off Right By Telling Employees ‘Thanks’

340561219_ae0132a7cd_zWith the new year upon us, there’s no better time than now for business owners to tell their employees thanks for the hard work. Something as simple as a face-to-face “keep up the good work!” can make a world of difference in morale and productivity, encouraging workers to put their best foot forward. To make the most of your employee recognition and appreciation efforts, however, we have some helpful tips to follow. Continue reading

What Is Job Enrichment? And How Do I Achieve It?

1124847_20524973Job enrichment (also known as employee enrichment) is a catch-all term used to describe the act of motivating employees by giving them additional tasks or responsibilities that are usually reserved for higher-ranking employees. The ultimate the goal in job enrichment is to create a stronger connection between the worker and his or her job, resulting in numerous benefits to both parties (we’ll get to that later). To learn more about this practice and how to achieve job enrichment within your company, keep reading. Continue reading