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A friendly reminder that Employee Appreciation Day is this Friday March 1st! How are YOU going to show appreciation to your team? Here are a few ideas: - give a handwritten thank you note - place Post-it notes around their office/desk with words of affirmation - buy lunch, breakfast or doughnuts for the team - give their favorite candy (or treat) - award extra paid time off - roll out the red carpet (literally) and have them walk into work to the song "Simply the Best!" - walk in their shoes - do one of their least favorite tasks Recognition, whether big or small, should be meaningful and from the heart. Do something! It matters to your employees. #employeeappreciationday #employeeengagement #gratitude #thankful #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #recognitionmatters #leadership #humanresources #staffing

Let’s raise a glass to two celebrations today. Firstly, hope you all have an incredible St David’s Day🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿😁 Secondly, today is Employee Appreciation Day. Authentic appreciation demonstrated for those executing pieces of work for you is seen to pay dividends time after time. It’s fair to say that folk work to earn a living, that’ll make them turn up. If you are looking to foster a culture where people are happy to be there, motivated to perform well and contribute with discretionary efforts, then showing genuine care without ulterior motive is an essential ingredient……. How much authentic appreciation exists within your organisation? #appreciation #authenticleadership #culture #coaching #workforceengagement #stdavidsday #wales #motivation #mentalhealth

The Earthley leadership team just finished our retreat! It was great to take two whole days to step away from the day to day and focus on long-term planning. We did a lot: Predictive Index, Kolbe assessment (with this, we put numbers from 1 - 10 on the floor and had people stand where they fell for each metric...we learned a lot about ourselves and our team doing this), a look back at 2023 (what well, what didn't), 2024 goal setting, how to have better meetings, and more. Everyone came away feeling great about where we're going. One team member said the goals felt way too big...until they took time in a breakout session to set smaller goals that would help us get there, and then it felt very doable. We learned about the weaknesses our team faces...and found a way to quantify and explain what we need to do better. Departments realized who they need to hire (or promote) to round out their strengths and get projects done. We learned that perfection is the enemy of 'good enough' and it's okay to just move forward and try something! The worst that can happen is you learn something. We also talked about employee engagement. Our hope was to have a discussion about engaging people more. What it turned into was high praise for the culture we have built. One team member said, "You're not just changing the way the world sees health care...you are changing the workplace." I can't wait to see what we can accomplish in 2024!

🙌 Best Staff Appreciation Ideas That They’ll Actually Love! 🙌 Appreciating your staff is more than just a gesture—it’s a powerful way to boost morale, increase engagement, and foster a positive work environment. But what’s the best way to show your appreciation? In our latest blog post, we share the top staff appreciation ideas that your team will truly value. From personalized gifts to memorable experiences, discover ways to make your recognition stand out. Dive into the blog and start making your team feel appreciated today! https://lnkd.in/givF-ZFV #Gifted #StaffAppreciation #EmployeeRecognition #CorporateGifting #TeamEngagement #WorkplaceCulture

Employee Appreciation Day, observed on the first Friday in March, is a time to give thanks and recognition to the employees who work so hard to keep businesses running every day of the year 🫶 A business sees the most success when team members are valued, so we’ve put together a few ways to make sure your team knows they're valued and appreciated year-round: 💙 Keep lines of communication open & honest 💙 Compensate your team with a living wage 💙 Ensure working conditions are safe and comfortable for everyone 💙 Form a connection with team members at all levels 💙 Offer encouragement and credit where it’s due From all of us here at Cormack, thank you for all that you do and happy Employee Appreciation Day! What’s something your Employer has done recently to help your team feel valued? Drop it in the comments to give other Employers some great ideas! . . . #CormackRecruitmentandHR #CormackRecruitment #EmployeeAppreciationDay #EmployeeAppreciationDay2024 #employeeappreciation #teambuilding #team #teamwork #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #leadership #Canada #canadian #employment #moraleboost #jobseekers #opentowork #executive #yyc #yeg #yyz #yvr #ywg #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #entrepreneur #businesspassion #thankyou #appreciation #giveback #recognition

🌟 Celebrating National Employee Appreciation Day 🌟 Today, as we honor the incredible contributions of our teams, I'm reminded of Adam Grant's transformative perspective on team dynamics. His advice to "keep the wrong people off the bus" rather than simply focusing on "getting the right people on the bus" resonates deeply, especially today. (source: https://lnkd.in/gpe3PP7S) Adam's approach underscores the profound impact of cultivating a positive and productive team environment. It's not just about assembling a team with the right skills but ensuring the absence of those who detract from our collective mission and values. This philosophy has inspired me to be more mindful of who we bring into our teams, emphasizing a harmonious blend of talent, integrity, and compatibility. On National Employee Appreciation Day, let's not only celebrate the remarkable individuals who contribute to our successes but also reflect on how we can foster an inclusive and supportive workplace culture. By keeping the wrong people off the bus, we pave the way for our teams to thrive, innovate, and achieve greatness together. Here's to appreciating our teams and building brighter futures together! #IAmClayton #EmployeeAppreciationDay #TeamDynamics #AdamGrant #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture

What’s your slip-up of the month? 🤔 Every other month, we shine a spotlight on our most amusing mishaps—from pushing a drained electric car down the road to getting accidentally locked in the supply closet. We even vote for the "best mistake," awarding the winner for their unforgettable blunder! We look back on these moments with a laugh because, let’s be real—mistakes happen! We celebrate them, knowing that real progress often comes from trial, error, and a good dose of humor. It’s all part of the journey! In between, we rotate with shout-outs, where team members show appreciation for each other and highlight the amazing efforts of their colleagues. 🤩 It’s our way of embracing both the stumbles and the successes. How do you celebrate mistakes in your workplace? #HR #fail #onboarding #bestpractices #workculture

Today is #EmployeeAppreciationDay! 👏 #Employees are the backbone of any successful organization. To create and sustain a healthy work environment it's crucial to make each team member feel valued and appreciated for their unique contributions. Below are a few suggestions on how you can celebrate your #team on Employee Appreciation Day: • Express thanks: Take a moment to thank each team member, highlighting specific accomplishments they have made and expressing your gratitude for their hard work. This can be done in-person, via email, or you can write a handwritten note.  • Public acknowledgement: Acknowledge the team all at once with a shout out during a team meeting. Acknowledge the team accomplishments and express gratitude for their hard work and dedication.  • Facilitate peer-to-peer recognition: Encourage team members to recognize each other. Add a “kudos” section to team meetings where employees can recognize each other and share appreciation for their colleagues. The #humanresources team at Union College is celebrating with a team lunch on Monday. 🎉 How are you recognizing your team today? #PeopleFirst #WorkplaceCulture #JobsAtU

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” ― John F. Kennedy Happy Employee Appreciation Day! 🌟 Today and every day, I am immensely grateful for the incredible people who make Enthuse and Inspira shine. Without this team, we would not have gotten the opportunity to create inclusive platforms like The Enthuse Foundation. As a Founder and CEO, I highly encourage you to celebrate and honor the hardworking individuals on your team through intentional recognition. Whether that be a bonus, PTO hours, or even a nice dinner, any act of appreciation will not go unnoticed. We owe so much to our teams, so let’s ensure that we share our immense gratitude. What does your company do to honor its employees? Please share some ideas that leaders can implement in the future! #EmployeeAppreciationDay #EmployeeAppreciationDay2024 #Gratitude #EnthuseMarketing #InspiraMarketing

Anyone else have particular articles of clothing or accessories that you save for the ✨perfect✨ opportunity?! Facilitating The Employers' Association monthly DEI Round Table this morning was the perfect chance for me to wear last season’s “Black History Month Adult Chess People Short Sleeve T-Shirt - Cream” from Target. ✊🏽 Our DEI Round Tables meet the second Thursday of every month from 7:30am - 9:00am with the option to join either in-person and virtually. Take it from my personal experience, don’t try both at the same time. You get a weird echo when you join from your phone while sitting in the same room as your laptop. 😂😅 BONUS: (Our in-person participants enjoy a complimentary breakfast). A few of today’s topics included: organizational culture, employee engagement, running effective meetings, setting employees up for success by encouraging the use of PTO and the leaders role in modeling self-care and good mental hygiene. Now, I would love for you to “tell me something good” about the DEI efforts and strategies in taking place in your organization! #HRCommunity #DEIStrategy #DEIB #TellMeSomethingGood #PsychologicalSafety #LeadershipInsights #LeadByExample #BlackHistoryMonth