Your employees deserve more than a thank you. It takes a village to keep your company productive and thriving, and regularly showing gratitude for your employees will help keep your business on the path to success. Follow along as we explore a few fantastic ways to show appreciation to your employees.
Bring Them Breakfast or Lunch
Employees appreciate it when you feed them. Bring in breakfast or lunch on the company’s dime to show them how grateful you are for their hard work. You can do something simple like doughnuts or pizza, or go fancier by catering from a fan-favorite restaurant.
This reward will bring the office together to chat and help strengthen interpersonal relationships. It will also make them feel appreciated. Use any of our custom branded products to add some company flair to your soiree.
Give Extra Time Off
One of the most valuable ways to show your employees appreciation is to offer them extra time off. Offer summer hours during the warm season so parents can enjoy more time with their kids. During the holidays, give employees bonus paid time off to travel or see family and friends. These are only a few ideas, so brainstorm ways to give your employees some much-appreciated time off that will work for your company.
Welcome Their Feedback and Suggestions
Create a safe space for employees to give you their honest feedback. Send surveys for individuals to fill out that ask: what are we doing well? How can we improve? Is there anything else on your mind that you’d like to discuss? Take time to read and listen to your employee’s suggestions and implement them when you can.
Offer Training Opportunities
Give your employees the gift of continued education. Send a few or all employees to a conference or enroll individuals in online courses. You can even offer tuition reimbursement for college classes. Allow employees to cross-train with each other to develop and gain new skills.
Host Happy Hours
Who doesn’t appreciate free food and drinks? One excellent way to show gratitude for your employees and promote team building is to host happy hours. Encourage employees to relax and mingle while sipping on wine or a beer and munching on appetizers. Include nonalcoholic options too, so everyone feels welcomed and comfortable.
It’s essential to make your employees feel appreciated. It builds trust, boosts productivity, and decreases turnover, to name a few of its benefits. Use any of the above ideas to show your employee’s appreciation.