Now 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 →

Implementing a  employee service award program is a great way to tell your workers “thanks” for everything they’ve done for the company. In today’s professional world, far too many employees perform their duties while receiving little-to-no appreciation from their employers. This translates into reduced morale, lower productivity, and a general dissatisfaction. Continue reading →

Still scratching your head trying to plan some fun and engaging activities for your company’s employee appreciation event? If you want employees to actually enjoy themselves, you need to plan appropriately. Simply laying out a table with a couple of 2-liter bottles of sodas and a vegetable tray isn’t going to offer a memorable experience. The bottom line is that employee appreciation events should feature fun games and activities to occupy workers’ time. In this post, we’re going to reveal some simple games that are sure to make your next appreciation event a blast. Continue reading →