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5 Creative Ways to Say 'Thank You' to Employees
Cultivating a company culture where employees feel valued, respected and appreciated isn’t easy and doesn’t happen overnight. Not only is recognition and appreciation a basic human desire and need, but studies show that appreciated employees are better employees. Organizations with formal employee recognition and appreciation programs have 31% less voluntary turnover than organizations without, and employees are 2.7 times more likely to be highly engaged.
There are many ways to make employees feel appreciated, but pizza parties and donuts can start to feel old. Here are some ideas for creative, meaningful ways to show employees how appreciated and valuable they are.
Team Day Out
A break from the office can do wonders for a team’s mental health and bonding, plus it’s a great way to show appreciation for continued hard work. Whether it’s lunch or something more interactive like an escape room or obstacle course, taking the team for a fun activity out can provide the mental and physical break from work all employees need.
Gift Cards
Gift cards are always a great gift option to show employee appreciation, but it’s important to add a personal touch. Take the effort to learn an employee’s favorite restaurant or store and tailor their gift card option. Gift cards also make a great option since it can be used by the individual, or used as a way to treat their whole family.
Game Day
Nothing like a little friendly competition to get the team together! Pulling out some board games or starting an office basketball tournament can be a great way to not only foster teamwork, but to give employees an opportunity to show off a side of their personality that may not always be visible at work. Providing another outlet for fun is a fantastic way to show employees that their dedication doesn’t go unnoticed.
Happy Hour
Get togethers after work aren’t uncommon, but take things a step further with introducing a type of “happy hour” at work! While drinking at work may not be professional, hosting a mix-and-mingle type event that encourages employees to walk around and get to know each other is a great way to foster company unity. Have stations with different snacks, ice breaker questions, and maybe even some fun mocktails to provide a casual atmosphere where employees can mingle and get to know each other.
A Puppy Experience
Looking for an employee appreciation activity in your local area that will provide lasting memories, stand out from the crowd, and leave employees with a new pep in their step? Then a puppy experience is the perfect option for you! The team at Puppy Love offers puppy events that bring happiness and joy to all employees in the form of furry friends!
A Puppy Love experience offers the therapeutic and healing powers of interacting and cuddling with puppies. The workplace is often a stressful environment. A great way to show appreciation for employees is by giving them a break and relief from that stress. Bringing puppies into the workplace is a sure way to bring smiles to employees faces and leave them with some positive work memories. Plus, it makes a great pairing with donuts or pizza, making it a win-win for everyone!
One of the most common reasons employees leave a company is from lack of recognition. Don’t let talent go to waste or the company suffer from a lack of authentic employee appreciation. Whether it’s regular smaller acts or a big, friendly puppy experience, there are many ways to show appreciation for the work, time and effort employees bring to the workplace.
If you’re looking to bring a unique, fun and utterly memorable experience to your office, consider booking an experience with Puppy Love! Ready to get started? Book an event today!