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Recognizing and giving credit where it's due within a company's culture is paramount for nurturing and boosting staff morale. Acknowledging employees' contributions not only validates their efforts but also fosters a sense of appreciation and belonging within the workplace. When individuals feel recognized for their hard work and achievements, they are more likely to feel motivated and engaged in their roles. This, in turn, leads to increased productivity, higher job satisfaction, and lower turnover rates. Moreover, a culture of recognition promotes a positive atmosphere where employees are encouraged to excel and collaborate, ultimately driving the company towards its goals more effectively. By consistently attributing credit to individuals and teams for their accomplishments, organizations can cultivate a culture of appreciation that fuels continuous growth and success.

Looking for a way to reward your team's successes in 2023? Check out our latest blog post for insightful ideas on planning thoughtful and exciting awards for your team. It's true that recognizing hard work not only fosters loyalty but also encourages the continuation of best practices in 2024. #TeamRecognition #EmployeeEngagement #BrandedMerch

Retail Today / Retail Renaissance: Is the Retail Industry a personal burden or personal opportunity? “Help Wanted” Adelle Waldman’s new novel on retail workers. #retailindustry #burden #opportunity “Help Wanted” rips the Band-Aid off retail work. It’s a story of exploitative labor practices and workers mired in low-wage economic misery. #labor #economicconditions #lowwages I contrast this to Ron Thurston book “Retail Pride”: The Guide to Celebrating Your Accidental Career. The retail journey of millions of retail associates. A positive experience built around teamwork, collaboration, accomplishments and opportunities. #associates #teamwork #collaboration #accomplishment #opportunities Ron Thurston I have also attached an article on Walmart Academy, Walmart’s commitment through leadership training, instilling #confidence #empathy #compassion and #encouragement. #walmart #leadership #coaching #training #mentoring I think of my own personal retail journey, now approaching 60 years in a industry that has provide tremendous opportunity. Starting as a 12 year old pop bottle boy at Sam’s Mini/Max convienance store. The journey of “Stockroom to Boardroom”. #stockroomtoboardroom #retail #retailindustry #retailindustry #retailstrategy #retailexperience #TopRetailExperts

IF HEINZ CAN DIVERSITY THEIR BEANS, WHY ARE YOU SO ADVERSE TO DIVERSITY IN YOUR WORKPLACE?🫣 Yesterday I had the pleasure if attending Birmingham's edition of the The UK Black Business Entrepreneurs Conference Business Masterclass curated by Nicola M. In addition to the amazing energy and space for inquisitiveness, there were industry talks from the likes of Tesco and Kraft Heinz representatives. I'll be honest, some of the discussions were beyond my remit BUT as ever, I learned plenty (& will somehow find a way to apply said learning - time will tell). One thing that really stood out to me was a discussion amidst the camaraderie of how many varieties of Heinz beans exist, and their organisational pursuit to continue evolving. Although beans is 'just' food, there was a clear desire for them to continue aligning themselves with ongoing social changes and to meet specific markets. This left me thinking about the juxtaposition many of us find ourselves in. Where the pursuit for equitable and diverse environments are often tainted by nay sayers or those that fail to see the value. I had plenty more to say on this however, I'm conscious that I didn't want to make this too long of a post but what I challenge you to do is: ❗️Reflect on whether Heinz Beans has a better variety than the Diversity in your environment? ❗️Consider how you can improve or sustain an equitable and diverse environment ❗️Identify opportunities to support other environments you engage with on how to better improve their environments I'll leave you with that and enjoy your Friday! 🌸

Corporate boards, be warned! The Strategic Organizing Center is going beyond shareholder proposals and putting forth a list of nominations for Starbucks Board of Directors, thanks in part to a recent rule change at the SEC. This could set precedent for a powerful new #ShareholderEngagement tool. 📊💪 https://loom.ly/dPACDTY

At our agency, core values aren't just words on the wall (though they are displayed prominently there as well). They are actually a critical part of our agency. We believe in acknowledging them all the time. This is why we integrate our values into every aspect of our operations. From weekly team meetings celebrating each other's achievements to performance reviews that assess alignment with our values, we strive to make them tangible. Our annual Sydneys award ceremony is another highlight. Employees vote for those who demonstrate our core values the most. It's not just about recognition; it's about demonstrating why these values are central to our identity. How do you embed your core values into your organizational culture? #CoreValues #BusinessValues #PerformanceReviews

🚧🏗️🚧 A company's brand is much like a personal reputation—built over time through dedication, hard work, and the ability to tackle difficult tasks with excellence consistently. Earning trust and recognition in the market comes from the commitment to doing things right, even when it's a challenge. #BusinessReputation #BrandExcellence #CorporateValues #ProfessionalTrust #AustralianBusinessLeadership

As a leader in the incentive industry, we like to live what we recommend to others. Showing the people who matter most to your business that they matter to you is critical to increased engagement, loyalty and longevity, whether you’re talking about employees or partners outside your business. When people are more engaged with your company, they work harder to help you reach your goals. Learn about our internal recognition program: https://lnkd.in/gJqPgM5J #employeerewards #companyculture

Common thread amongst these companies? ✅ Leaders who are committed to making service THE priority ✅ A company culture of educating their employees on how to deliver world class service ✅ Attitude to adjust to their customers needs These are all things that you can apply to your own business that might be 1/4 the size of these larger companies.

When a company exercises policy that is blatantly against their Values and Brand Messaging, customers are lost. Trust is broken at a deep level.  REI was never about corporate profits. It a was a CO-OP that only cared if the customer had the right equipment for their sport. This is what made it great, what made it grow.  Lately it's been obvious REI has been making a hard push for the ol' bottom line, forgetting the principles it was founded on in the process.  Now Leadership at REI has been actively snuffing out any union activity, perhaps with illegal conduct as it appears here.  Brands like REI are not supposed to behave in such a manner.  They have certainly lost my business until sweeping leadership and policy changes are enacted.  https://lnkd.in/gW_3jaw8