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  • Two cafe workers in aprons stand behind a counter. Text on the image reads: 80% of deskless employees have an electronic connection to their employers, but only 37% report receiving training on it.

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    6 ways to engage deskless workers

    When I think back to my job at one of the busiest malls in the United States, I often remember how exhausted I was. Although I was working no more than 20 hours a week, I felt as if I had been consistently clocking overtime. In my current position—double the hours—I feel energized and excited […]

  • A hand places a wooden block with a star above four wooden figures. Text reads, Employees who work at a company with a formal recognition program are 3.2x more likely to say they have a great company culture which in turn improves the employee experience.

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    Employee recognition programs shape corporate culture

    Results from BI WORLDWIDE’s 2023 New Rules of Engagement® study indicate that employees whose employer had a formal recognition program were 3.2x more likely to say they have a great company culture. Similarly, employees who received recognition with a quarterly award indicate that they are more engaged, inspired, and satisfied with their compensation. They also feel more included and are more […]

  • A notepad with New Employee Onboarding written on it is placed on a yellow and red background. Nearby are a pair of glasses. Text reads, Organizations with a strong onboarding process retain new hires at an 82% higher rate.

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    On board with onboarding

    Research suggests organizations with a strong onboarding process retain new hires at an 82% higher rate. How did you feel on the first day at your first job? Employees rarely remember what they learned on their first day – but they do remember how they felt. New hires who receive meaningful recognition are 4.6x more likely to feel […]

  • A blue gift box with a white ribbon is placed against a blue background. The quote reads: Tangible non-cash plans are more than worth the expense because they capitalize on our human tendency to employ mental buckets. - George John, Ph.D., University of Minnesota.

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    The power of points vs cash

    A few of these include: Memorability: Recipients are more likely to remember the trip or big screen tv they received than cash, which can get folded into the daily budget and used for buying gas or groceries. Reconsumption: Recipients re-live the positive emotions associated with earning the award each time they use it or talk […]

  • A smiling woman in a business suit claps, surrounded by others in similar attire. The text reads: Turbocharge your employee recognition program and boost retention rates.

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    Peer-to-peer recognition with points

    In today’s competitive job market, recognizing your employees’ efforts isn’t just a nice-to-have – it’s a necessity. Traditional employee recognition programs include manager discretionary and peer-to-peer recognitions. But there’s a game changer you might be missing – peer-to-peer recognition with points that can be used for experiences, merchandise and learning opportunities. Incorporating tangible rewards into peer-to-peer recognition can transform your workplace […]

  • Hands reaching up amidst colorful confetti with the text: Driving early recognition significantly aids in developing a recognition-rich culture.

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    Successful early recognition

    An effective employee recognition program relies on active participation from both employees and leaders. But how can a company ensure participation? Recognizing people early in their tenure is a proven strategy to boost employee engagement. Early recognition can have a major impact on employees. BI WORLDWIDE’s Insights Lab analyzed over 500,000 employees who received at least one recognition […]