2020 has been a tough year for all of us – as many businesses have struggled to communicate with employees, support their wellbeing and engage them to prevent burnout and turnover, we’ve been humbled to help you navigate these challenging times. As our gift to you, we've gathered our top resources and blogs to inspire you in the new year, and hopefully make 2021 a little easier.
Here are our top picks to guide and support your engagement strategy, as you work to connect, recognize and support your employees through 2021 and beyond:
Our Most Popular Blogs
The Reward Gateway Story: A look back at our first month during COVID-19
When the COVID-19 pandemic forced our 400+ employees into remote work, our teams acted quickly to make the transition as seamless as possible. Like every business, we encountered challenges, but we’ve used these to become a stronger, more connected company. We hope our journey can bring you inspiration to carry through the year.
Preventing employee burnout and work-from-home isolation
We’re all tired, and employees are feeling this strain more than ever before as they continue to work under unusual conditions with no apparent end in sight. How can you help to relieve the stress employees are feeling both at home and at work, and keep them engaged as we navigate our changing world? Learn tips on creating a more productive and motivated environment for your employees.
Back to basics: How HR can provide stability and security in uncertain times
As employees have experienced big changes to both the workplace and how our world operates, they have looked to their leaders for guidance. Leaders have an opportunity to provide employees with a sense of security, belonging and respect through these tough times. Discover how you can use this challenging time to bring positivity to your workplace.
Embracing uncertainty with creativity: 3 ideas for recognizing remote employees
As remote work becomes the new normal, leaders have to pivot their recognition strategies to reach their dispersed workforces. By putting the spotlight on recognition, leaders will help their employees feel supported and more connected to the business. Find out how you can recognize your remote employees with innovative solutions.
Your Favorite Reads
5 Magic Steps to Employee Recognition Program Success
Launching a successful recognition program is a challenge, but it can be made easier with the advice of those who have already achieved it. Discover how an HR veteran launched multiple recognition programs successfully and learn how you can make your program equally successful with five easy steps.
Increasing Employee Engagement Through Strategic Recognition
Putting the spotlight on recognition can not only improve employee engagement, but can also drive business results. Learn from Josh Bersin’s experience how other companies have embraced strategic recognition and have seen significant improvements to their business, and how your organization can do the same.
7 Inspirational Stories of Connection, Recognition and Support during COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all businesses, and companies around the world are adapting and evolving the ways they connect, recognize and support their employees through these times. Discover how other organizations are improving culture, connecting employees and keeping them informed with innovative solutions.
6 Steps to Create Connections During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The way we communicate with each other has changed, but maintaining an effective communications strategy has become more important than ever. With the proper channels of communication in place, employees can feel more connected to each other and to the business in these difficult times, and more informed by their company amidst the uncertainty in the world.
If you're looking for more ideas, be sure to subscribe to our blog for inspiration all year round. You can also visit our resource library for more tips on connecting, recognizing and supporting your employees in the new year. Happy reading!
