Beyond Service Anniversaries: Why a Well-Rounded Employee Recognition Program Matters Employee recognition is often associated with milestone anniversaries, but appreciation shouldn't be limited to once a year. A strong employee recognition program incorporates multiple opportunities to celebrate contributions, build morale,…
Employee recognition programs are essential for boosting morale, increasing engagement, and reducing turnover. However, many organizations face challenges when implementing or managing these programs. In this post, we’ll explore the top eight challenges of employee recognition programs and offer actionable…
In the world of employee engagement, the terms "recognition" and "rewards" are often used interchangeably, but they represent two distinct concepts. Both play vital roles in boosting employee engagement, driving performance, and improving retention, but the key to an effective…
In the transportation and logistics industry, recognizing employees for their hard work and dedication is crucial. From drivers to warehouse staff, these professionals often face long hours, tight deadlines, and safety challenges. Implementing an effective recognition program not only improves…
“How much should we be spending on recognition and awards programs for our employees?” It’s one of the most common questions we hear in the recognition industry and an essential one. Most organizations budget between .5% - 2% of what…
When asked the question “What’s the most common type of recognition program you see,” the answer is simple: service awards. Awards for milestone years of service have been the king of recognition for over 50 years. While traditional choice programs…
Recognition comes in many forms and fashions, but social recognition seems to be especially buzzworthy for today’s hybrid-work society. While most HR professionals are familiar with the concept of a comprehensive, cloud-based platform, that doesn’t mean questions don’t remain. We’ve…
MTM Recognition is launching a new way to check out the coolest awards in the world. The Virtual Showroom provides a way to step into MTM Recognition’s hall of incredible creations from anywhere. Visitors to the Virtual Showroom are able…
The most highly engaged employees are often easy to spot - hard-working, fast-paced, go-getters. Engaged employees function well as both planners and doers. But underneath those A+ stars is something that often goes unnoticed: high levels of stress. And thanks…
Social Recognition. It’s one of the hottest buzzwords in the Human Resources arena as more and more organizations switch over to this modern and easy recognition solution. But social recognition is not new – rather, it’s growing and adapting with…