Resources and ideas to help you celebrate Employee Appreciation Day

What is Strategic Recognition?

Wondering how to go beyond a simple “thank you” to show your appreciation for employees? When you show employees they matter, the results speak for themselves. Learn how to master recognition through a simple three-step process.

The Power of Values-Based Peer-to-Peer Recognition

It’s key for employees to be reminded of the purpose behind their work, especially to understand how their actions drive impact and support an organization’s larger mission. Here are a few ways recognition can bring your people closer to company values and purpose. 

What’s the Value of Recognition? Start with a Ripple

What gets recognized, gets repeated. Recognition not only helps employers show appreciation and boost morale, it also reinforces desirable behaviors and transforms company culture. Learn more about the “ripple effect” of recognition.

8 Ideas to Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day Remotely

Over the years, we’ve learned a thing or two about celebrating employees, whether they work on the front lines or from home. As HR leaders, you have an opportunity to create your own “Gratitude Station,” no matter where your employees work. Head to the blog to gain eight ideas for celebrating Employee Appreciation day remotely.

A Step-by-Step Template to Build Your Ideal Recognition Program

Learn more about the Recognition Pyramid, a unique R&R framework, to help map out your own custom employee recognition program. Discover how to put together a formula that aligns with your organization’s needs, alongside clear examples to help guide you.

How to Launch a Virtual Employee Recognition Event

Last year, Reward Gateway employees sent 1,676 moments of recognition on Employee Appreciation Day. Curious how we did it? Learn more about our first-ever, virtual Thank You Festival and how we not only celebrated the hard work of our global employees, but also how it helped boost our EVP.

38 Low-Cost Employee Recognition Ideas

Not knowing where to start with recognition can seem challenging, so we've compiled a list of 38 low-cost ways to recognize employees to spark inspiration. Discover more ways to create a culture of continuous recognition at your organization, even on a budget.

40 Ideas to Improve Company Culture and Boost Morale

In the War for Talent, many organizations have found fun and innovative ways to strengthen and improve company culture, boost morale and stand out as an employer of choice. Discover 40 ways to transform your own company culture.

5 Ways to Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day at Your Organization

Employee Appreciation Day is right around the corner, and this is a perfect opportunity to celebrate and thank your employees for all their hard work. Discover three real-life examples of how companies have celebrated their employees not only on EAD, but all year long.

5 Secret Ingredients to Launch an Employee Engagement Platform

Launching an employee engagement platform is a great first step to boosting employee engagement, but it’s key to ensure it hits the mark with your people and truly brings your culture to life. Uncover real-life examples for ongoing program success by involving your people.

5 Stories to Inspire Employee Recognition and Reward Success

Make Employee Appreciation Day just the start of your employee engagement strategy. Dive into examples of what other companies just like yours are doing to gain inspiration for improving reward and recognition year-round.

5 Magic Steps to Employee Recognition Program Success

Wondering what the best practices for employee recognition are? Learn everything you need to know about kicking off an R&R program, from choosing a program name to shining a light on your program to increase engagement.

Marine Federal Credit Union Recognition Story

Previously, MFCU struggled to break down company silos and connect its people. Learn how the organization developed a tiered-recognition approach to create a strong culture of appreciation and bring employees closer together.