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Posted by Jenny McGee on 6/13/23 8:00 AM

Recognizing employees with gifts is a crucial part of building a positive work culture and boosting morale. When companies acknowledge their employees' hard work and dedication with tangible rewards, it shows that their efforts are valued and appreciated. This appreciation can improve retention rates, increase motivation and productivity, and foster a sense of loyalty and engagement among employees. 

Recognizing the contributions of people in the workplace with gifts is a simple yet powerful way for companies to show their appreciation and invest in the well-being and success of their employees. Pseudo and international holidays are great for showing appreciation for their hard work, dedication to a company’s success, and making the workplace and business a better place for everyone. Still, you don’t need a holiday to show employees and colleagues you care. 

In this week’s blog, we’re sharing reasons to celebrate workplace occasions and gifting tips that will make you look like an expert.

 

Reasons to celebrate work-related holidays and occasions. 

If celebrating work-related holidays is wrong, we don’t want to be right. Inspirational holidays like Administrative Professionals Day and Boss’ Day are just two ways to recognize and show appreciation for the valuable contributions of the people committed to your company’s success. By acknowledging their efforts and contributions, companies can boost morale and strengthen their relationships with their staff. This, in turn, can lead to increased job satisfaction, productivity, and employee retention.

Additionally, commemorating these kinds of holidays can help to create and foster a positive and supportive culture that values and appreciates all people. By showing appreciation for staff, companies can foster a workplace culture of gratitude, respect, and teamwork that benefits everyone in the organization. All of which lead to a happier and more cohesive team. 

 

Gifting tips from your team of experts. 

Gifting is a great way to celebrate workplace holidays as it provides tangible, thoughtful, and meaningful expressions of gratitude and appreciation people will use and remember. Whether you’re gearing up for a special event or just want to recognize the people around you, here are some expert tips to help you deliver appreciation they’ll love:

Personalized gifting begins with choice: According to research, 62% of professionals prefer to receive a personalized gift instead of a one-gift-for-all like cash or branded merchandise. Not sure what they'll want or need to gift many people at once? Let them select a gift of their choice. It's easier than ever with our all-in-one Platform! Learn more about it here. 

Our Collections include premium options that offer something for every person, interest, and hobby. Thus, showing that you appreciate them as a person, not just as an employee. 

Send well-timed gifts: The best time to gift is on the day itself. With many working remotely or on shifts, that can easily be done by using a digital gifting platform that will deliver their gift through text and email at a time you choose in advance.

Customize the email invitation: Before sending, customize the email with a custom typeface, your brand’s unique logo, and insert first-name snippets. These personalization tokens show that you've taken the time to express your appreciation in a personalized way. 

Make remote employees feel special: With remote and hybrid work arrangements, it’s important not to forget employees who work remotely. Cultivate’s Platform allows you to appreciate anyone, anytime, and lets people input where they want their gift delivered — allowing your WFH staff to receive the same special experience as those in the office.

Show appreciation throughout the year:  A majority of workplace holidays only occur once a year, but it’s always important to show year-round gratitude and recognition to all people who contribute to your company’s success. 

 

You can keep the appreciation going by making gifting a part of your usual routine. Other ideas include providing consistent opportunities for growth and development, flexible work arrangements, providing meaningful perks and benefits, and celebrating milestones and achievements as they come.

Take a moment to extend appreciation through gifting. Our Platform gives you a chance to recognize the invaluable contributions of all hardworking individuals and to say "thank you" for all that they do. Ultimately, the most important thing is to make sure that your celebration is sincere and shows genuine appreciation for the important role that people play in the workplace.

Learn more about effective workplace appreciation and recognition strategies — and get a demo of the Platform while you’re at it! Connect with a Gifting Expert today to get the conversation started. We can’t wait to tell you more!

Topics: Inspiration

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