{"id":503682,"date":"2023-11-15T13:58:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-15T08:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"\/?p=503682"},"modified":"2026-02-18T16:54:58","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T11:24:58","slug":"employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Employee Rewards and Recognition Ideas [2026 Updated Guide]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Do you understand the importance of praising an employee for a job well done?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During a very challenging year, we learned a lot about the positive impact that fun and easy employee recognition can have on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/boosting-employee-morale\/\">employee motivation and team morale<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To acquire and retain top performers, you must <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/build-engaged-remote-work-culture\/\">build a workplace culture<\/a> where employee recognition is the everyday norm. This essential guide provides the basics of employee rewards and recognition and how to support a culture that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/employee-retention-strategies\/\">engages and retains employees<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In this guide, you\u2019ll get to learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Importance of rewards and recognition to employees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alarming stats on rewards and recognition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ideas for recognizing employees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Implement a best employee recognition program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Real-life examples<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s get started with our In-depth guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#What_Is_Employee_Recognition\" >What Is Employee Recognition?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#Employee_Recognition_Vs_Rewards\" >Employee Recognition Vs. Rewards<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#Amazing_Statistics_on_Employee_Recognition_and_Rewards\" >Amazing Statistics on Employee Recognition and Rewards<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#Why_Rewards_and_Recognitions_are_Important\" >Why Rewards and Recognitions are Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#1_Retention\" >1. Retention<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#2_Productivity\" >2. Productivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#3_Morale\" >3. Morale<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#4_Purpose\" >4. Purpose<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#Types_of_Employee_Recognition_and_Rewards\" >Types of Employee Recognition and Rewards<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#1_Micro_recognition\" >1. Micro recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#2_Formal_recognition\" >2. Formal recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#3_Informal_recognition\" >3. Informal recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#4_Peer-to-peer_recognition\" >4. Peer-to-peer recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#5_Bonuses\" >5. Bonuses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#6_Career_growth_Recognition\" >6. Career growth Recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#7_Top-down_Recognition\" >7. Top-down Recognition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#Employee_Incentives_and_Gift_Ideas\" >Employee Incentives and Gift Ideas<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#1_Reward_points\" >1. Reward points<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#2_Gift_cards\" >2. Gift cards<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#3_Surprise_gift_bag\" >3. Surprise gift bag<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#4_Company_swag\" >4. Company swag<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#5_Online_classes\" >5. Online classes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#6_Cab_credits\" >6. Cab credits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#7_Free_event_tickets\" >7. Free event tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#8_Vacation_benefits\" >8. Vacation benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#9_Subscription\" >9. Subscription<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#10_Book_club\" >10. Book club<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#11_Pet_at_the_office\" >11. Pet at the office<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#12_Personalized_mugs_keychain_and_T-shirts\" >12. Personalized mugs, keychain, and T-shirts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#13_Yoga_classes\" >13. Yoga classes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#14_Plant_subscription\" >14. Plant subscription<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#15_Meal_home_delivery\" >15. Meal home delivery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#16_Home_cleaning_and_Lawn_care_services\" >16. Home cleaning and Lawn care services<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#Employee_Rewards_Recognition_Ideas\" >Employee Rewards &amp; Recognition Ideas<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#1_Thank_you_note_or_card\" >1. Thank you note or card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#2_Celebrate_employee_anniversaries_and_birthdays\" >2. Celebrate employee anniversaries and birthdays<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#3_Surprise_day_off\" >3. Surprise day off<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#4_Wall_of_fame\" >4. Wall of fame<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#5_Performance-based_recognition\" >5. Performance-based recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#6_Appreciate_non-work_achievements\" >6. Appreciate non-work achievements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#7_Award_certificates\" >7. Award certificates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#8_Website_or_newsletter_feature\" >8. Website or newsletter feature<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#9_Shout_out_on_social_media\" >9. Shout out on social media<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#10_Lunch_with_CEO\" >10. Lunch with CEO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#11_Provide_professional_development\" >11. Provide professional development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#12_Team_trophy\" >12. Team trophy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#13_Gamify_the_workspace\" >13. Gamify the workspace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#14_Write_a_LinkedIn_recommendation\" >14. Write a LinkedIn recommendation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#15_Donate_to_a_charity_of_their_choice\" >15. Donate to a charity of their choice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#16_Host_a_hackathon\" >16. Host a hackathon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#17_Implement_a_peer_recognition_program\" >17. Implement a peer recognition program<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#18_Surprise_team_lunch\" >18. Surprise team lunch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#19_Project_completion_party\" >19. Project completion party<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#20_Provide_premium_products_or_tools\" >20. Provide premium products or tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#21_Fun_Awards_to_Spice_Up_the_Workplace\" >21. Fun Awards to Spice Up the Workplace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#22_Peer-Nominated_Awards\" >22. Peer-Nominated Awards<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#How_To_Build_A_Successful_Employee_Rewards_and_Recognition_Program\" >How To Build A Successful Employee Rewards and Recognition Program<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#1_Define_Your_Vision\" >1. Define Your Vision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#2_Build_a_Committee\" >2. Build a Committee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#3_Understand_the_Characteristics_of_Recognition\" >3. Understand the Characteristics of Recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#4_Define_Clear_Program_Criteria\" >4. Define Clear Program Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#5_Hear_Employees_Voice\" >5. Hear Employees Voice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#6_Measure_Program_Effectiveness\" >6. Measure Program Effectiveness<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#See_Employee_Recognition_In_Action\" >See Employee Recognition In Action!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-employee-recognition\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Employee_Recognition\"><\/span><strong>What Is Employee Recognition?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>&#8220;People work for money but go the extra mile for recognition, praise, and rewards.&#8221; &#8211;Dale Carnegie<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Workplaces are transforming dynamically. With the changing scenario, employee recognition is not a mere task that managers tick off from their to-do lists. Offering timely (and regular) rewards and recognition is a necessity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Employee_recognition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikipedia<\/a>,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cEmployee recognition is the timely, informal or formal acknowledgment of a person&#8217;s behavior, effort, or business result that supports the organization&#8217;s goals and values, and exceeds his superior&#8217;s normal expectations.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>In simple terms, employee recognition is the open acknowledgement and expressed appreciation for employees\u2019 efforts and contributions to their organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It could be a simple thank you, a high-five, a special shout-out during the meeting, or even a bonus or gift for a job well done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Who can give recognition?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideally, every employee in an organization should be able to give each other recognition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Will recognition work for my team?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A BIG Yes. It builds stronger teams, cultivates rich company culture, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/creativity-and-innovation-in-the-workplace\/\">encourages employees to do their best work<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, If you fail to show your employees that you notice their contributions and how much you value it, they will never give you their best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-employee-recognition-vs-rewards\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Employee_Recognition_Vs_Rewards\"><\/span><strong>Employee Recognition Vs. Rewards<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rewards-vs-recognition-1.jpg\" alt=\"employee rewards vs recognition\" class=\"wp-image-503691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rewards-vs-recognition-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rewards-vs-recognition-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rewards-vs-recognition-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rewards-vs-recognition-1-60x45.jpg 60w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Rewards-vs-recognition-1-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cThere is more hunger for love and appreciation in this world than for bread.\u201d &#8211; Mother Teresa<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Now the question arises: Are employee rewards and recognition the same?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not at all. There are some subtle but critical differences which we have illustrated as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Rewards<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Recognition<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rewards are tangible.<\/td><td>Recognition is intangible.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rewards are transactional and have some monetary value attached to them.<\/td><td>Recognition is relational and has an emotional value attached to it.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rewards are tied to goals and accomplishments.<\/td><td>Recognition can frequently happen at the moment.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees need both rewards and recognition to feel fully satisfied with their job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-amazing-statistics-on-employee-recognition-and-rewards\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amazing_Statistics_on_Employee_Recognition_and_Rewards\"><\/span><strong>Amazing Statistics on Employee Recognition and Rewards<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>&#8220;Always treat your employees exactly as you want them to treat your best customers.&#8221; &#8211;Stephen R. Covey<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though employees receive a salary, they still get a spark of joy and excitement when offered a genuine and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/corporate-diwali-gifts\/\">spontaneous gift<\/a> and appreciation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some compelling findings from research and industry surveys on employee rewards and recognition:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. According to this <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.octanner.com\/insights\/infographics.html\" target=\"_blank\">study<\/a>, 37% of employees consider recognition is must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. 94% of HR professionals agreed that an effective rewards and recognition program helps drive business results and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/employee-retention-statistics\/\">increases employee retention<\/a>. (<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hrtechnologist.com\/news\/compensation-benefits\/94-of-hr-professionals-agreed-that-an-effective-reward-and-recognition-program-helps-drive-business-results\/#:~:text=Compensation%20%26%20Benefits-,94%25%20of%20HR%20Professionals%20Agreed%20that%20an%20Effective%20Reward%20and,Program%20helps%20Drive%20Business%20Results&amp;text=Key%20takeaways%20from%20the%20research%3A&amp;text=94%25%20of%20HR%20professionals%20agreed%20that%20an%20effective%20recognition%20and,positive%20effect%20on%20employee%20retention\" target=\"_blank\">Source<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Well-designed rewards and recognition programs can drive an 11.1% increase in average <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/tips-to-build-high-performing-teams\/\">employee performance<\/a>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gartner.com\/en\/documents\/3982467\/4-recognition-and-rewards-program-levers-for-driving-per\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Source<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. 83% of HR Leaders say an employee recognition program benefits organizational values. (<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workhuman.com\/resources\/globoforce-blog\/report-employee-recognition-helps-resolve-retention-and-recruitment-challenges\" target=\"_blank\">Source<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. 53% of people said feeling more appreciation from their boss would help them stay longer at their company. (<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.glassdoor.com\/employers\/blog\/employers-to-retain-half-of-their-employees-longer-if-bosses-showed-more-appreciation-glassdoor-survey\/\" target=\"_blank\">Source<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. According to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proofhub.com\/articles\/employee-recognition\" target=\"_blank\">Cicero<\/a>, 69% of employees would work harder if they felt their efforts were better appreciated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. When asked what leaders could do to improve engagement, 58% of professionals endorsed giving recognition. (<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psychometrics.com\/knowledge-centre\/research\/engagement-study\/\" target=\"_blank\">Source<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8. According to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gallup.com\/workplace\/236216\/tomorrow-half-company-quitting-win-back.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Gallup\u2019s research<\/a>, lack of recognition is one of the most common reasons why employees leave an organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>9. 59% of employees feel they\u2019re not being rewarded effectively. (<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.accessperks.com\/employee-engagement-loyalty-statistics-the-ultimate-collection\" target=\"_blank\">Source<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10. A survey found that 47% of employees want to receive a personalized reward spontaneously. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmeetingsgroup.com\/Incentive\/Strategy\/Employees-Want-Spontaneous-Personalized-Rewards-xexec\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Source<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acuitytraining.co.uk\/news-tips\/employee-retention-statistics\/\">Acuity Training<\/a> 15% of employees cite \u2018lack of motivation\u2019 as the reason for resigning from a job.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"316\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Infographic-employee-recognition-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Statistics on Employee Recognition and Rewards infographic\" class=\"wp-image-503692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Infographic-employee-recognition-1-1.jpg 316w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Infographic-employee-recognition-1-1-88x300.jpg 88w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Infographic-employee-recognition-1-1-300x1024.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Infographic-employee-recognition-1-1-449x1536.jpg 449w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Infographic-employee-recognition-1-1-60x205.jpg 60w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Infographic-employee-recognition-1-1-480x1641.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Recommended Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/employee-recognition-statistics\/\">50 Employee Recognition Statistics You Need to Know<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-rewards-and-recognitions-are-important\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Rewards_and_Recognitions_are_Important\"><\/span><strong>Why Rewards and Recognitions are Important<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cTo win in the marketplace you must first win in the workplace.&#8221; &#8211;Doug Conant<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>A well-implemented employee rewards and recognition program has the power to impact employee engagement, turnover, productivity, morale, and purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here are some reasons why you should build the best employee recognition program:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"827\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Benefits-of-employee-recognition-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"benefits of employee rewards and recognition\" class=\"wp-image-503694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Benefits-of-employee-recognition-1-1.jpg 827w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Benefits-of-employee-recognition-1-1-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Benefits-of-employee-recognition-1-1-768x401.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Benefits-of-employee-recognition-1-1-60x31.jpg 60w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Benefits-of-employee-recognition-1-1-480x251.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-retention\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Retention\"><\/span><strong>1. Retention<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gallup found employees who are not adequately recognized are 2x more likely to say they\u2019ll quit in the next year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/strategies-to-reduce-employee-turnover-2\/\">Employee turnover costs more than you think.<\/a> Between posting a job, screening and interviewing candidates, assessments, negotiating, relocation bonuses, and paying referral or signing bonuses\u2026just the cost of filling a position adds up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Employee recognition and rewards are great ways all employees appreciate and respond to. It\u2019s a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/the-great-resignation\/\">critical step in reducing turnover.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0f2f5\"><strong>Recommended Article: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/employee-retention-statistics\/\">Key Employee Retention Statistics For 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-productivity\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Productivity\"><\/span><strong>2. Productivity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Authentic recognition and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/creating-a-feedback-culture\/\">positive feedback boost employee engagement<\/a>. In turn, employees are more productive. Take the time to appreciate employees, it pays huge dividends on your bottom line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/ca\/blog\/work-matters\/201008\/the-power-simple-thank-you-the-boss\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Studies<\/a> have shown that a simple expression of thanks by someone in authority led people to be 50% more productive!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/engagewith\/pulse-survey\/?utm_source=EW-Blog&amp;utm_medium=employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas&amp;utm_campaign=EW-blog-conversion\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-4.png\" alt=\"Create a culture of feedback with EngageWith\" class=\"wp-image-508732\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-4.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-4-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-4-60x20.png 60w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-4-480x160.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-morale\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Morale\"><\/span><strong>3. Morale<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When managers understand the true purpose of employee recognition, it improves their morale on an individual level. High morale inspires greater productivity, creativity, and overall satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A recent SHRM survey found that 65% of employees say the respectful treatment of employees at all levels is a very important contributor to their job satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-purpose\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Purpose\"><\/span><strong>4. Purpose<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing employees\u2019 work and their contributions encourage a sense of purpose. It helps employees understand how their work ties to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/how-to-create-company-values\/\">company values<\/a> and how their efforts matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Frequent and instant recognition reminds everyone that they\u2019re all working toward a shared goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Recommended Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/importance-of-employee-recognition\/\">The Importance of Employee Recognition In improving Employee Engagement<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-types-of-employee-recognition-and-rewards\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Employee_Recognition_and_Rewards\"><\/span><strong>Types of Employee Recognition and Rewards<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>&#8220;An employee&#8217;s motivation is a direct result of the sum of interactions with his or her manager.&#8221; &#8211;Dr. Bob Nelson<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Employee recognition and rewards will vary from company to company, and how you appreciate employees will depend on your company\u2019s needs. Let\u2019s take a look at seven key types of recognition:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-micro-recognition\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Micro_recognition\"><\/span><strong>1. Micro recognition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Micro-recognition is an amazing tool for making positive, measurable changes quickly. It refers to appreciating and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/creating-a-feedback-culture\/\">providing feedback immediately<\/a> in response to a task or behavior. Micro Recognition is the perfect way to support organizational values on a regular basis and make employees feel valued without requiring a ton of time and resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-formal-recognition\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Formal_recognition\"><\/span><strong>2. Formal recognition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Formal recognition is a structured program with defined processes for how to nominate someone for an award.&nbsp; Typically these programs have an award ceremony to publicly recognize employees in a formal setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-informal-recognition\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Informal_recognition\"><\/span><strong>3. Informal recognition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Informal recognition is given to individuals or teams for progress toward milestones, achieving goals, or completing projects. This may come in the form of a pizza party, potluck, or a trip to the pub for happy hour\u2014a low-cost memento presented spontaneously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-peer-to-peer-recognition\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Peer-to-peer_recognition\"><\/span><strong>4. Peer-to-peer recognition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"307\" height=\"307\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Untitled-1-1.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-513228\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/gifs\/schittscreek-schitts-creek-607-fVtcfEXWQJQUbsF1sH\">GIF<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>With peer-to-peer recognition, team members feel empowered as their efforts are recognized by one another daily. They feel a sense of belonging to the organization and are motivated to perform their best.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0f2f5\"><strong>Recommended Article: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/peer-to-peer-recognition\/\">Peer to Peer Recognition at the Workplace [2026 Updated Guide]<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-bonuses\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Bonuses\"><\/span><strong>5. Bonuses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bonuses are one of the most popular types of employee recognition. They range from small to large, depending upon the contribution and task accomplished by the employee. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/bonus-programs-for-employees\/\">Bonuses are monetary rewards that managers can give<\/a> to their team members or even vice versa. Since the nature of the reward is immediate, bonuses help employees stay motivated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Career_growth_Recognition\"><\/span><strong>6. Career growth Recognition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By taking a proactive approach to your employees\u2019 career growth and professional development strategies, you can improve employee retention rates.&nbsp; You can recognize their significant career growth and associate it with different phases in an employee lifecycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Top-down_Recognition\"><\/span><strong>7. Top-down Recognition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Leaders have a critical role in promoting a recognition culture at work. Leaders create a set of company core values and want employees to stick with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When an employee show behaviors in their day-to-day job that mirror company values, you must recognize their dedication to creating an impact on employee morale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Want to engage a hybrid workforce with a global rewards and recognition platform?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/engagewith\/?utm_source=EW-Blog&amp;utm_medium=employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas&amp;utm_campaign=EW-blog-conversion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try EngageWith today!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-employee-incentives-and-gift-ideas\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Employee_Incentives_and_Gift_Ideas\"><\/span><strong>Employee Incentives and Gift Ideas<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>&#8220;Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.&#8221; &#8211;Ralph Waldo Emerson<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you understand how important employee rewards and recognition are, get inspiration from these creative <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/employee-incentives-ideas\/\">employee incentive ideas.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-reward-points\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Reward_points\"><\/span><strong>1. Reward points<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Create a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.growave.io\/blog\/create-your-own-reward-point-system-in-10-simple-steps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">point-based reward system<\/a> for ongoing recognition. Employees are awarded points for every time they do a great job. Also, allow employees to redeem their points for gifts. You could offer a variety of rewards for the employees to select from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-gift-cards\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Gift_cards\"><\/span><strong>2. Gift cards<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no end to the choice of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dontpayfull.com\/explore\/glossary\/gift-card\">gift cards<\/a> that you can give to your employees. Be it Amazon, Flipkart, or beauty brands like Bodyshop, etc., you can choose from any of them depending upon the preferences of your employees. Alternatively, you can also gift them a meal voucher or a spa coupon that could make it a perfect day for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-surprise-gift-bag\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Surprise_gift_bag\"><\/span><strong>3. Surprise gift bag<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can make the whole gift-giving fun by curating a few combinations of gift hampers for your employees. The hamper can have items such as gift vouchers, office essentials, phone covers, water bottles, chocolate, cookies, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-company-swag\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Company_swag\"><\/span><strong>4. Company swag<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Company swag kits are a great way to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/how-to-improve-employee-engagement\/\"> build team culture and engagement.<\/a> What can you include in this kit?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 T-shirts &amp; get <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shopelitepromo.com\/custom-logo-jackets\">custom logo jackets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 Water bottles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 Socks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 Mugs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 Tech Accessories<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 Sneakers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 Notebooks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 Stickers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mixbook.com\/\">Personalized Scrapbook<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(Company branding logos on all the products)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-online-classes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Online_classes\"><\/span><strong>5. Online classes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s a plethora of online classes and courses out there for every subject under the sun. The best part is that an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.socialstrategy1.com\/teachable-coupon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online course platform<\/a> allows you to take classes from the comfort of your own home, without having to worry about commuting or any other inconveniences. Offering sponsored online classes of their choice to employees make for a great corporate reward option.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-cab-credits\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Cab_credits\"><\/span><strong>6. Cab credits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your employees travel to work or otherwise, offer them cab credits. Help them cut down on their commute expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-free-event-tickets\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Free_event_tickets\"><\/span><strong>7. Free event tickets<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Event tickets are another great, custom-tailored reward you can offer to your employees. Is a cricket match being organized in your employee\u2019s city? Give them free tickets to witness the thrill and craze with their own eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-vacation-benefits\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Vacation_benefits\"><\/span><strong>8. Vacation benefits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can offer vacation stipends to improve an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.loophealth.com\/group-health-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">employee\u2019s long-term health and well-being<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/paid-time-off\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Paid time off<\/a> allows employees to spend quality time with family and friends and return to work recharged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-subscription\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Subscription\"><\/span><strong>9. Subscription<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We live in a world of subscriptions, right from Spotify Premium to Apple Music Plus, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Zomato Gold, and many more. Everyone these days has a playlist that is jarred by the occurrence of an ad. Or, they are missing out on some great content in their free time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-book-club\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Book_club\"><\/span><strong>10. Book club<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a few bookworms on your team? Having a book club can bring coworkers together in wonderful ways. Let them choose the book format \u2014 whether it\u2019s an audiobook, ebook, or printed book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-pet-at-the-office\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Pet_at_the_office\"><\/span><strong>11. Pet at the office<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a pet-friendly office has a ton of benefits for employees. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/banfield-pet-hospital-unveils-positive-impact-of-pets-in-the-workplace-with-first-ever-pet-friendly-workplace-pawrometer-300243611.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Banfield\u2019s PAWrometer\u2122 shows<\/a> that 67% of employees believe pets help increase productivity. Allowing pets in the office can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/how-to-make-friends-at-work\/\">help in reducing stress and making people friendlier.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Pets-Productivity-1.jpg\" alt=\"pet-friendly office\" class=\"wp-image-503693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Pets-Productivity-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Pets-Productivity-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Pets-Productivity-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Pets-Productivity-1-60x45.jpg 60w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Pets-Productivity-1-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-12-personalized-mugs-keychain-and-t-shirts\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Personalized_mugs_keychain_and_T-shirts\"><\/span><strong>12. Personalized mugs, keychain, and T-shirts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Who doesn\u2019t love to have a mug on their work desk with their name on it wrapped in&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowdspring.com\/packaging-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">attractive packaging<\/a><\/strong>? Or even a stylish keychain for their vehicle as stylish as their engraved picture? Personalized stuff is really cool to have around and makes your employees feel loved and valued by your organization. You can design personalized t-shirts trough <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ooshirts.com\/blog\/index.php\/2024\/04\/19\/how-to-make-t-shirts-design-on-canva-a-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">canva t shirt design<\/a> to add a unique touch to your corporate gifts and team-building events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-13-yoga-classes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Yoga_classes\"><\/span><strong>13. Yoga classes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reward your employees with a yoga class or other fitness program membership. The goal is to create a culture where employees choose to live a healthier lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-14-plant-subscription\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Plant_subscription\"><\/span><strong>14. Plant subscription<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Give your employees a plant subscription box. We recommend low-light, easy-care plants like succulents and cactus!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-15-meal-home-delivery\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Meal_home_delivery\"><\/span><strong>15. Meal home delivery<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Take away the burden of cooking for a week. Bring in vendors to offer meals ready to take home or pay for a week\u2019s\/month subscription for a meal delivery service like Freshly. If they want to go the extra mile and cook it themselves, try a meal-delivery service like Hello Fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-16-home-cleaning-and-lawn-care-services\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Home_cleaning_and_Lawn_care_services\"><\/span><strong>16. Home cleaning and Lawn care services<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the rise of remote work and the blurred lines between professional and personal life, many employees find it difficult to balance work commitments and household responsibilities.&nbsp;With hectic work schedules at home, cleaning can turn into a big challenge. By offering home cleaning and lawn care services through a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/gorilladesk.com\/learn\/how-to-start-a-lawn-care-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lawn care business<\/a>&nbsp;, you can help your employees unwind and recharge, allowing them to focus on their well-being after a busy workday.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0f2f5\"><strong>Recommended Article: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/employee-benefits-ideas-for-remote-workers\/\">80 Employee Benefits Ideas for Remote Workers [2026 Guide]<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/engagewith-demo\/demo?month=2022-01&amp;utm_source=EW-Blog&amp;utm_medium=employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas&amp;utm_campaign=EW-blog-conversion\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-3.png\" alt=\"employee recognition platform\" class=\"wp-image-508730\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-3.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-3-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-3-60x20.png 60w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-3-480x160.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-employee-rewards-amp-recognition-ideas\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Employee_Rewards_Recognition_Ideas\"><\/span><strong>Employee Rewards &amp; Recognition Ideas<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cTake time to appreciate employees, and they will reciprocate in a thousand ways.\u201d &#8211;Dr. Bob Nelson<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>What rewards do you provide at work? Here are some types of rewards and recognition for employees that they will love:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-thank-you-note-or-card\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Thank_you_note_or_card\"><\/span><strong>1. Thank you note or card<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the easiest and most effective ways to recognize great work is by handwriting a thank you letter. Or just leave a sticky note saying \u201cThank you message\u201d on their desk.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-celebrate-employee-anniversaries-and-birthdays\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Celebrate_employee_anniversaries_and_birthdays\"><\/span><strong>2. Celebrate employee anniversaries and birthdays<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want your employees to have a sense of belonging in your organization, you must make their journey valuable. One of the best ways to do this is by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/celebrate-employees-milestones-and-work-anniversary\/\">celebrating their birthdays and anniversaries.<\/a> Send them personalized emails or arrange a small team get-together to cut the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Facebook (called Faceversaries bombards employees with custom balloons and shout-outs on social media. For Facebook veterans, this is an essential point of pride. A great idea to create <a href=\"https:\/\/socialmediamarketing.net\/interactive-social-media-posts\/\">interactive social media post<\/a> for your employees.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/ThoyMjFSUBqWa0q6pH3Qtbu5GQdL-aaSkule5bf6cgx5eCjVCRWUyHqDr2J35HeUO9kF0sUnq_RLTh8SSWuxZlJKX5pqnviDRie7ynlTJkjdSg_rFvf5MNGZ1QeinlcH59DfFSUj\" alt=\"Faceversaries\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-surprise-day-off\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Surprise_day_off\"><\/span><strong>3. Surprise day off<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"384\" height=\"216\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/giphy-5-1.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-513246\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/gifs\/colbertlateshow-stephen-colbert-surprise-late-show-l0HlO3BJ8LALPW4sE\">Giphy<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If there is one thing that employees love, it is a day off. Recognize the hard work your team puts in every day by offering them a surprise day off. While this will <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/ways-to-motivate-employees\/\">motivate them to perform their best<\/a>, it will also display your caring nature as an organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/halorecognition.com\/costco-engagement-in-bulk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Costco, a retail giant, the company shuts shop on Thanksgiving<\/a>, allowing the workforce to spend time with family right in the middle of the holiday shopping season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-wall-of-fame\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Wall_of_fame\"><\/span><strong>4. Wall of fame<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How about a wall of fame with pictures of your top-performing employees? You can either arrange this for individual teams or an entire floor. Pick a board and just put it over a wall. Now, put up the pictures of your top-performing employees either in a team or from the entire office. This employee recognition idea works by the power of social influence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See how SnackNation does this:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/NfKVqgqnDorjqFH_j-59TZiX8UiTnNRygmr3oQR0suUzw_Tw4fkqDGwZo_PHps7NizX6H6XimL1O2lHs60IMM71dXQNHqWqJWnwKKQdsFv6Mk9yrJEQ_WDC8IAfxj9u_YXl67kKA\" alt=\"wall of fame\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-performance-based-recognition\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Performance-based_recognition\"><\/span><strong>5. Performance-based recognition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fineawards.com\/custom-awards\">Performance-based custom awards<\/a> have continuously proved to be a compelling source of recognition for a long time. For example, some of your team members might have helped improve social media engagement rate significantly. Therefore, they must be rewarded for their due efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-appreciate-non-work-achievements\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Appreciate_non-work_achievements\"><\/span><strong>6. Appreciate non-work achievements<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes non-work achievements must also be recognized by the organization. They might be creating something, helping an entire community get educated, volunteering, or anything else. Let everyone know about these people by celebrating their achievements at work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Limeade\u2019s \u201cMake Others Great\u201d monthly award recognizes an employee who exemplifies the kind of collaboration and teamwork it takes to help make others great.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/w6D80AKuDKaEIJLJBinO281WPZYNye4VfVJ1a6M2bVHuLGiXqcypmuURYpHvMhvC9Q6ZPV4v4SL-x_zd0rMY_fdmFnWvaAQqOKr0kHuily3PW9mtcHVpbcl9tS_6BOHvyeOJCZEr\" alt=\"Limeade\u2019s \u201cMake Others Great\u201d\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.limeade.com\/en\/blog\/our-july-make-others-great-award-goes-to\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Image Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-award-certificates\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Award_certificates\"><\/span><strong>7. Award certificates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is nothing better than letting an employee know of their hard work and value to a company. Create a personalized <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/fun-employee-award-ideas\/\">employee award certificate<\/a> using <a href=\"https:\/\/photoadking.com\/templates\/certificate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">certificate templates<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-website-or-newsletter-feature\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Website_or_newsletter_feature\"><\/span><strong>8. Website or newsletter feature<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Showcase your employees\u2019 stories or milestones in your company\u2019s newsletter or blog page. Consider including a spotlight section in the Newsletter where employees know the company\u2019s top performers\u2019 stories. You can also create a dedicated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neo.space\/one-page-website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one-page website<\/a> to feature your employees&#8217; milestones and achievements. It&#8217;s not just easier to create but will be easier to distribute among several channels. Many businesses partner with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chromatix.com.au\/services\/wordpress\/\">WordPress web design company<\/a> to build these dedicated pages, ensuring they are engaging, professional, and easy to share across multiple platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Disney showcases every promotion and employee success story, at every opportunity they get.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-shout-out-on-social-media\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Shout_out_on_social_media\"><\/span><strong>9. Shout out on social media<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply post a pic of your employees on social media and brag about their achievements. Employees naturally spend a huge amount of time on various social media platforms. Let them flaunt their recognition on these platforms. You can use various&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.socialpilot.co\/social-media-posting-tools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">social media posting tools<\/a>&nbsp;to help you with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apple\u2019s CEO, Tim Cook, regularly calls out exemplary work done by the company\u2019s global team.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/bXw0fcDuBqb_HM1IWI9sSKFgU1XlADtNrFE_HA-evSROUWnl66EStRJmj-il1dyAYdeIxsOY29zJ5bDseE6dcKcT8lDiRUt_2fMKxOncBQm95RTVA1-Z0jqUdXiw8TPRUYRmr31N\" alt=\"social media praise\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-lunch-with-ceo\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Lunch_with_CEO\"><\/span><strong>10. Lunch with CEO<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Scheduling a lunch date each month where employees can earn a place at the dinner table with the CEO is a great way to recognize their contributions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-provide-professional-development\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Provide_professional_development\"><\/span><strong>11. Provide professional development<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Offer your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/employee-training-and-development-programs\/\">employees training<\/a> and other relevant resources that help them advance their careers. You must encourage them to continue their education and even help pay for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-12-team-trophy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Team_trophy\"><\/span><strong>12. Team trophy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A team trophy is a souvenir of all the hard work teams have put into accomplishing a project. Make recognition memorable for your employees by giving them a team trophy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-13-gamify-the-workspace\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Gamify_the_workspace\"><\/span><strong>13. Gamify the workspace<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nobody wants to walk into a dull workspace every single day. Why not recognize your employees\u2019 hard work by transforming their workspace. Add a basketball hoop or a pool table where they can go and just chill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-14-write-a-linkedin-recommendation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Write_a_LinkedIn_recommendation\"><\/span><strong>14. Write a LinkedIn recommendation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>LinkedIn is where an employee represents their professional portfolio. As a leader, you can recognize their efforts to your organization by writing them an excellent recommendation. Give a shoutout to their sweat and blood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-15-donate-to-a-charity-of-their-choice\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Donate_to_a_charity_of_their_choice\"><\/span><strong>15. Donate to a charity of their choice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kindness goes a long way in life. When recognizing your employees\u2019 hard work, the excellent idea is to donate to a charity of their choice. This way, you\u2019re valuing your team as well as doing your bit for society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-16-host-a-hackathon\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Host_a_hackathon\"><\/span><strong>16. Host a hackathon<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We recommend hosting a hackathon (pizza, too)! \ud83c\udf55\ud83e\udd16Allow teams to hack anything. Let them work on the projects that employees really want to work on but are often pushed aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-17-implement-a-peer-recognition-program\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Implement_a_peer_recognition_program\"><\/span><strong>17. Implement a peer recognition program<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make it easy for your employees to show appreciation for each other. Team members work together and spend most of their time with each other \u2013 they have more interpersonal contact than their manager. So recognizing your peers is a more authentic approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-18-surprise-team-lunch\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Surprise_team_lunch\"><\/span><strong>18. Surprise team lunch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"384\" height=\"216\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/giphy-6-1.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-513242\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/gifs\/911onFOX-season-4-episode-6-foxtv-FGoQxOKyeUso5dFhHt\">Giphy<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Employees must have the perks of being associated with your organization. If your team has accomplished a task, take them out for a surprise lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-19-project-completion-party\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Project_completion_party\"><\/span><strong>19. Project completion party<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Completing a project takes days and nights of work, which must be rewarded well. Celebrate little milestones with a fantastic party for your employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Provide_premium_products_or_tools\"><\/span><strong>20. Provide premium products or tools<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can provide upgraded versions of your tools and products to make your employees&#8217; daily work more efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Fun_Awards_to_Spice_Up_the_Workplace\"><\/span><strong>21. Fun Awards to Spice Up the Workplace<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Create light-hearted awards such as &#8220;Best Desk Decorator,&#8221; &#8220;Office DJ,&#8221; or &#8220;Coffee Connoisseur.&#8221; These awards add a touch of humor and camaraderie to the workplace. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/fun-employee-award-ideas\/\"><strong>Check out some fun employee awards here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designate specific days for themed dress-up events, with awards for the most creative or enthusiastic participants. This encourages team bonding and a sense of playfulness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Peer-Nominated_Awards\"><\/span><strong>22. Peer-Nominated Awards<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Allow employees to nominate their peers for outstanding contributions. A committee can then review nominations and select winners for various categories, adding an element of democratic participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-build-a-successful-employee-rewards-and-recognition-program\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Build_A_Successful_Employee_Rewards_and_Recognition_Program\"><\/span><strong>How To Build A Successful Employee Rewards and Recognition Program<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>&#8220;Brains, like hearts, go where they are appreciated.&#8221; &#8211;Robert McNamara<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>By now, it\u2019s clear that having an employee reward and recognition program makes engaging employees a lot easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sound good? Good. Now, where do you start?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Well, you\u2019re in the right place! \ud83c\udf89<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some best practices to build a successful employee recognition and rewards program:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/engagewith\/?utm_source=EW-Blog&amp;utm_medium=employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas&amp;utm_campaign=EW-blog-conversion\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-2.png\" alt=\"Recognize your employees\" class=\"wp-image-508674\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-2.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-2-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-2-60x20.png 60w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Product-CTAs-2-480x160.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-define-your-vision\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Define_Your_Vision\"><\/span><strong>1. Define Your Vision<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, write down your goals and objectives. Is it to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/employee-engagement-guide\/\">improve the level of employee engagement?<\/a> Or to build a better company culture?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do research about the benefits that a recognition program can bring to your company. Read all the tips, tricks, and best practices and implement them into your program.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It\u2019s important to have a cost estimation (including hidden costs) of recognition programs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-build-a-committee\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Build_a_Committee\"><\/span><strong>2. Build a Committee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your next step is to build a team to help you implement the program. Appoint a few people who will be responsible for implementing, managing, and establishing a recognition program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When building your team, look for people with the following characteristics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Good knowledge of the program benefits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Positioned as a team leader.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Should have an interest in the program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Believes in company values.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-understand-the-characteristics-of-recognition\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Understand_the_Characteristics_of_Recognition\"><\/span><strong>3. Understand the Characteristics of Recognition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step is understanding the characteristics of the recognition program:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Timely<\/strong>: It is considered a good practice to recognize someone as soon as the deed is done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Frequent<\/strong>: Don\u2019t wait for a huge milestone or achievement to give recognition. Celebrate small wins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Specific<\/strong>: Specific recognition helps employees understand exactly which of their efforts contributed to their company\u2019s goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Value-based<\/strong>: Think about how a contribution lines up with your company values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-define-clear-program-criteria\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Define_Clear_Program_Criteria\"><\/span><strong>4. Define Clear Program Criteria<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re starting a recognition program, you should be clear about what behaviors or actions you\u2019d like to see from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/rewards-ideas-for-your-employee-recognition-program\/\">reward programs<\/a> and how they impact business objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Answer some of the important questions first:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What type of behaviors should be rewarded?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How should the said behaviors be rewarded?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How often should employees be rewarded and appreciated?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whome should recognition come from?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-hear-employees-voice\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Hear_Employees_Voice\"><\/span><strong>5. Hear Employees Voice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make the process fun! Encourage your employees to better understand the types of rewards they\u2019re most interested in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brainstorm ideas with your team. Once you\u2019ve drafted ideas for creative rewards, send a survey to employees and ask everyone to rank the options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make employees aware of the program, how to use it, and the benefits, and encourage them to give their feedback and inputs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-measure-program-effectiveness\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Measure_Program_Effectiveness\"><\/span><strong>6. Measure Program Effectiveness<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your recognition program impacts many different areas of an organization, including productivity, business results, and brand value. You must measure the effectiveness of the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use data from your recognition program to inform other business decisions. Research if any team or employee is isolated, review how teams are connected, and facilitate collaboration where needed. Once you\u2019ve collected actionable data, make improvements where possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-see-employee-recognition-in-action\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"See_Employee_Recognition_In_Action\"><\/span><strong>See Employee Recognition In Action!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for a system that allows employees to acknowledge their peers for doing something meaningful? <strong>EngageWith<\/strong> is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/engagewith\/?utm_source=EW-Blog&amp;utm_medium=employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas&amp;utm_campaign=EW-blog-conversion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">an employee recognition and rewards platform<\/a> that enriches your company culture. It virtually brings recognition and fun within your Slack, MS Teams, and Google Chat workspace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can also be used to celebrate and reward\/gift employees on their birthdays and milestones like work anniversaries. Try&nbsp;EngageWith&nbsp;with your team to create a recognition-rich culture.&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/engagewith\/?utm_source=EW-Blog&amp;utm_medium=employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas&amp;utm_campaign=EW-blog-conversion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try our free demo.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why should you choose EngageWith among so many other Employee Recognition tools? Here&#8217;s a comparison chart to understand the difference: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/bonusly-alternatives\/\">Comparing Bonusly Pricing and Features: Here are the Top 4 Alternatives<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"594\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SpringEngage.593bdab6-3-2-1024x594.gif\" alt=\"See Employee Recognition In Action!\" class=\"wp-image-508738\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SpringEngage.593bdab6-3-2-1024x594.gif 1024w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SpringEngage.593bdab6-3-2-300x174.gif 300w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SpringEngage.593bdab6-3-2-768x446.gif 768w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SpringEngage.593bdab6-3-2-60x35.gif 60w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SpringEngage.593bdab6-3-2-480x279.gif 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Want to see it in action?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-499968f5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/engagewith-demo\/demo?month=2022-01&amp;utm_source=EW-Blog&amp;utm_medium=employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas&amp;utm_campaign=EW-blog-conversion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Get a Demo Now!<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1618212949185\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why are employee recognition and rewards important?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Employee recognition and rewards acknowledge an employee for their contributions and promote motivation, job satisfaction, self\u2010esteem, and other positive outcomes.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1618212962209\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the key elements of a successful recognition program?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Here are some key elements of a successful recognition and reward program:<br\/><br\/>&#8211; Timely and specific recognition<br\/>&#8211; Involvement of top management<br\/>&#8211; Peer-to-Peer recognition<br\/>&#8211; Integration of core company values<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1618212989665\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are some guidelines for providing recognition feedback?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">When providing recognition feedback, this model \u2013\u00a0\u00a0<br\/><br\/>As Soon \u2013 Timing is important; don\u2019t delay praise<br\/>As Sincere \u2013 Do it because you are truly appreciative<br\/>As Specific \u2013 Give details about the achievement<br\/>As Personal \u2013 Do in person (or handwritten note)<br\/>As Proactive \u2013 Do not wait for perfect performance<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1618213008826\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are some employee rewards and recognition ideas?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In this guide, you\u2019ll find the list of BEST employee Rewards and Recognition ideas in the workplace that will boost employee engagement in your workplace.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1643617799237\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong><strong>How do you show appreciation to remote employees?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Remote employee appreciation isn\u2019t as easy as office appreciation.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/engagewith\/?utm_source=EW-Blog&amp;utm_medium=employee-rewards-and-recognition-ideas&amp;utm_campaign=EW-blog-conversion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a0Introduce a remote employee reward program<\/a>. It\u2019s a stellar way to show appreciation for remote workers. It will also create a fun atmosphere and friendly competition.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1643617839078\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong><strong>How do you reward employees without money?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In the above guide, we mentioned some ideas on how to reward your employees and stay within our budget. You can easily implement these incentive ideas at your workplace without breaking the bank.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Want to learn more about employee recognition? Here\u2019s a good place to start:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/employee-recognition-guide\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.springworks.in\/blog\/employee-recognition-guide\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Guides-3.png\" alt=\"A Comprehensive Guide to Employee Recognition\" class=\"wp-image-508731\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Guides-3.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Guides-3-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Guides-3-60x20.png 60w, https:\/\/blog.springworks.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Guides-3-480x160.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><em>Originally published on April 19, 2021 10:01 AM, updated Nov 15 2023<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This essential guide provides some creative employee rewards and recognition ideas that support a culture that engages and retains employees.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":503696,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[102641],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-503682","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-employee-recognition","disable-dropcap","disable-2-columns"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.3 (Yoast SEO v26.3) - 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