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Employee Recognition – Always a Good Fit

May 27, 2014 by

employee recognition always a good fitLike your favorite pair of shoes or faded jeans – employee recognition programs are a good fit, regardless of organization or industry.  Sales, distribution, manufacturing, transportation, food service, healthcare, and virtually any other type of organization can benefit from a comprehensive employee recognition program.

Organizations providing goods and/or services in a competitive environment face common challenges, both from within and without. While external factors are difficult to control (competition, economic conditions, etc.) you do have direct impact upon your employees. Fostering positive behaviors, reinforcing corporate culture and improving employee engagement are all imperative – and implementing an employee recognition program can prove invaluable in building success.

While employee recognition is always a good fit – one size does not fit all.  Your favorite shoes or jeans fit so well because they are YOURS.  Likewise, your program should reflect your corporate identity, values and mission.  It should also address desired behaviors and goals while demonstrating the organizational value of each employee.  Above all, consistency and longevity increase employee recognition effectiveness, as long as:

  • The program is structured properly
  • Employees buy in
  • Employees understand individual and corporate benefits
  • Goals are clear, measureable and obtainable
  • There is timely communication and promotion of the program

I’ve been working with a healthcare client recently to design and implement an employee recognition program which will initially target turnover and recognize career milestones.  Following program launch, other indicators will be added every few months to keep it fresh and engaging.  Fully implemented, individual and department performance will be recognized and rewarded – and managers and directors will also issue on-the-spot awards, customer service Star Awards, and Employee of the Month Awards.

The program will be run on IncenTrac®, which will provide real time reporting and program results and keep participants informed and engaged with targeted email communication.

Your organization can greatly benefit from an employee recognition program.  But don’t just grab one off the shelf – make sure it’s a good fit (like your favorite pair of shoes or jeans)!  And remember, we can help with that.  Contact us here to find out more, or call us at 800.621.9745.

Employee Recognition: Do you know?

May 14, 2014 by

One of the most important aspects of planning your employee recognition, safety, wellness or years of service awards program is to know your employees. I recently met with the Chief Human Resources Officer and the Human Resources Manager of a client to plan their employee recognition program.  The CHRO is new, he has only been… Read more »

Employee Recognition: a Summary of Best Practices

May 13, 2014 by

Employee recognition is a big part of what we do.  As a result, many QIC posts address topics centered on implementation of employee recognition programs and their organizational benefits.  Below are some of my favorites (in case you missed them) along with a few of my added thoughts. Rob Miklas’ post:  Lessons from the Street… Read more »

3 Key Ingredients for Incentive Program Success

March 12, 2014 by

Let me preface this post with the admission that I am a huge foodie.  I love going to new restaurants, experimenting with cooking techniques and tasting new flavors.  For the past few months I have been enjoying a service called Blue Apron and have some observations about the experience and how it relates to incentive… Read more »

Employee Appreciation Day

March 7, 2014 by

Employee appreciation is a part of every day at QIC. From congratulatory emails, to a simple thank you- we recognize the significance of expressing appreciation – individually and with social recognition events.  Today, as I watched Jeff Edwards, VP of Marketing & Business Development, call in two long-time employees to thank them for their hard work and service,… Read more »

Launching Your Incentive Program

February 28, 2014 by

Events are FUN! Michelle and I discussed the other day our love of planning different types of events. From cook outs and dinner parties for family and friends to races, appreciation luncheons, or recognition and incentive program kick-offs. Kick-Off events get people excited. Whether you are launching casual Friday, an incentive program or your new website,… Read more »