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🎉 Let’s celebrate Kathryn Safford, Hello Alice’s HR leader, on her work anniversary! In honor of this milestone, she’s generously sharing her top HR tips that you can apply to your small business. Whether you’re considering expanding your team or already have a bustling payroll, Kathi’s wisdom is invaluable. Here are her best insights, straight from the expert herself: • “I love humans! Choosing the right talent, developing that talent, and ensuring that those talented individuals receive the recognition are important ingredients in a high-performing team.” • “When evaluating candidates to join your team, trust your gut instinct; when you’ve found the right fit, trust that fit - even if they don’t check the typical boxes.” • “Being ever conscious of the development of your high-performing team is greatly linked to a high-trust work culture.” • “Employees who feel appreciated and have a sense of purpose in their work tend to be more engaged, motivated, and productive.” Let’s give a round of applause to Kathi for her dedication and wisdom by dropping a messages of congratulations in the comments below! 👏

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Labor Day is a time to celebrate the incredible contributions of every employee across every organization. It’s not just a day off—it’s a recognition of the hard work, commitment, and passion that each person brings to their role. But let’s be clear: the value each of us brings to our organization isn’t just about showing up—it’s about showing up ready to give our best, every single day. It’s about taking ownership of our role and recognizing that our effort doesn’t just impact our career; it affects the success of the entire organization. We all have a part to play, and when each of us commits to giving our best, that’s when real progress happens. This Labor Day, let’s not just celebrate the work we’ve done. Let’s commit to the work we have yet to do and the things we will still achieve. Remember, your best effort today shapes the success of tomorrow. Let’s keep pushing forward! #labordayweekend #LaborDay #strength #Teamwork

Let's celebrate National High Five Day! Here are the Top 5 reasons I'm excited to join in the festivities today, and why you should too! 🖐️ Use the comments to send a virtual high five to someone you want to recognize! 🎉 🌟 Instant recognition: Recognition shouldn't be confined to major milestones or achievements; it's equally important to celebrate excellence in everyday tasks and contributions. Whether it's going the extra mile to support a colleague, consistently delivering high-quality work, or embodying the values and ethos of the organization, every effort deserves acknowledgment. High fives provide immediate acknowledgment and validation for a job well done and can be used to celebrate even small wins. 🖐️ 💬Embrace connection: In today's fast-paced and increasingly remote world, meaningful connections are more important than ever. High fives can serve as a physical expression of connection and solidarity, reminding us of the importance of human interaction and support. Virtual high fives using emojis, gifs, or video calls can also evoke the same positive emotion and sense of camaraderie.  🌐🤝 🏆An athlete mindset: Many historians trace the origins of the high five to professional sports, where it evolved from the low five hand gesture popularized in Black communities as a symbol of celebration and camaraderie.  High performance work teams (both on and off the field/court) rely on teamwork, resilience, goal setting, continuous improvement, leadership, adaptability, and yes…collective celebration and recognition! 🏀🏅 🚀Powerful motivator: When employees feel seen and appreciated for their contributions, they are more likely to feel motivated and engaged in their work. Acknowledging their efforts not only boosts morale but also encourages them to continue performing at their best.  🌟 🎉Culture of positivity: By consistently recognizing and celebrating achievements, teams can cultivate a culture of positivity, gratitude, and teamwork. When employees see their colleagues being appreciated and rewarded for their hard work, it creates a supportive and collaborative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute their best. A positive work culture not only enhances employee satisfaction but also attracts top talent and strengthens the organization's reputation. 👏🌟 Who do you want to recognize on National High Five Day?

On the first day of resumption for the year 2024, January 8th, I decided to surprise my team. Instead of waiting till April to recognize and appreciate their hard work, I brought forward our recognition and appreciation day. I didn't want it to be simple so I added some spice by asking them to vote while also reading out uniquely crafted P.S letters. I know that working for owner-managed businesses can be challenging at times, especially with some of the unwholesome practices but I truly believe that we can change the narrative by treating people right and creating a positive work environment. At the end of the day, it's not just about the tangible rewards and recognition. The intangible things also matter. Things like respect, empathy, paying salaries on time, providing work tools, having clear job descriptions, and open communication are all crucial in creating a healthy and productive work environment. So, on this day, I want to appreciate all hard working professionals, you would be celebrated soon. This is Onyinye Uzor in her traditional dance steps 😀. Permit me for some days as I will be showing you the faces of my wonderful team members. #employeerecognition #employeeexperience #teamdevelopment

March 1 is tomorrow! Are you ready to demonstrate meaningful appreciation to employees? Will co-workers show appreciation for each other? If the answer is yes I recommend leaders take note of that and emjoy the win for a moment. It means you are doing a good job building a culture that depends on you but not only you. When I refer to trickle down leadership, employees appreciating each other falls into that. Broadly speaking, “what did you do yesterday that could positively impact how others choose to act today?” BONUS….Did you know March 1 is also National Unplugged Day? Can you honor that and appreciation in a single act? Thinking……. In close, and for our school leaders trying to solve teacher burnout and vacancies: You are not only leading a school. You are also leading a workplace. I can’t help but wonder what principals and administrators will do tomorrow to show appreciation to the teachers they lead? I know many schools have a teacher appreciation week. Regardless, i wouldn’t let this day slip by. It takes little time and effort to tell people who depend on your leadership that you appreciate them. #inspiringhr #hrdonedifferently

It's important for employers to appreciate and celebrate the growth and contributions of their former employees, even after they have left the organization. Speaking positively about ex-employees not only reflects well on the company's culture but also fosters a sense of respect and goodwill in the professional community. Recognizing and acknowledging the achievements and development of former staff members can create a positive reputation for the company and contribute to a supportive and nurturing work environment for current and future employees. After all, celebrating the success of others is a true mark of a great leader and organization.

This week marks the 5-year anniversary of my joining Russell Reynolds Associates as Head of Research and Operations APAC.   I look back at the past five years with gratitude to the generosity of my team embracing me, not forcing me to be someone, but being me and allowing me to work with them. I am glad I joined this organization, a partnership based on people values, care, honesty, and humility. I am grateful to the RRA partners who allowed me to explore with my team new solutions to build a platform of research for the future, a clear vision with career opportunities I had not seen so consistently in my over 30 years of search experience.   In the five years with RRA I had over 4800 meetings, in person, virtually, small or big crowds, constructive and challenging, joyful and sad. Regardless of the nature of the meetings my brief was clear: "Do inside what we do on the outside for our clients – lead, improve how the world is lead". It is natural for me to build my succession and not worry what will be there for me, I know there will be something great, I have trust and faith in the partnership and I have seen the organization over and over again find the right solution for the client, the business and the RRA people. I have arrived, I thrive in a value and purpose driven organization and it is worth investing my heart and my passion into it, not fearing it will go lost or not be respected and recognized. 5 years have gone by fast, but let us not measure impact in time, let us measure success in value, truth and honesty creation, and that is what I feel I can do here at RRA and that is what I am grateful for.

At RL Hudson, we believe that recognizing the hard work and achievements of our team is essential for building a positive, engaged, and productive work environment. That's why we make it a priority to celebrate employee milestones and victories, big and small. When we take the time to acknowledge the contributions of our team members, it sends a powerful message – that their hard work and dedication are truly valued. Whether it's a promotion, a significant project completion, or a personal milestone, we make sure to celebrate these achievements in creative and meaningful ways. From hosting company-wide events to sending personalized thank-you notes, we strive to tailor our recognition efforts to the individual's preferences and the company's culture. When our team feels valued and appreciated, they are more likely to be motivated, engaged, and loyal to the organization. This, in turn, can lead to increased productivity, better customer service, and a stronger sense of team unity. So, let's raise a glass to our amazing team and the incredible milestones and victories they've achieved! With small but meaningful efforts, we can strive to create a thriving company culture that inspires everyone to reach new heights. #EmployeeRecognition #PlasticInjectionMolding #CustomRubber #EmployeesMakeTheDreamWork

According to Walker Information of Indianapolis, IN, 75% of your employees say they enjoy their work, but only 34% are truly loyal. That means about 66% would leave tomorrow for more money — and it’s not the 66% you’d like to go! So, what can you do to keep them? Contact Schaefer Recognition Group and find out. #employeerecognition  #employeerecognitionprograms  #employeerecognitionawards