To say the workplace has changed during Covid-19 is an understatement. Many businesses have pursued remote workplaces when it’s possible. There is no more gathering around the coffee pot or chatting in the break room. Those who still work in the workplace are asked to wear masks or keep at least a 6-foot distance from […]
Author Archives: Mary Olinger
There is a lot of value in expressing gratitude. Psychologists agree that it’s good for the one receiving gratitude and appreciation, as well as the one demonstrating it. Being appreciative can be useful in building trust in relationships in all types of organizations. Appreciation plaques are appropriate for employees and volunteers. They are applicable in […]
Employees need to be recognized and appreciated for their hard work and diligent efforts. They are the backbone of a company and can be the reason behind success or failure. The lack of employee recognition and appreciation in the workplace is one of the reasons millennials have higher turnover rates. If you are an employer […]
No one expected that at the end of 2020 corporate events, trade shows, conferences, and summits would still be canceled around the world. Many organizations are not sure how to stay relevant and up-to-date in this type of constantly changing landscape. For many though, it means making the switch and planning corporate virtual events instead. […]
It’s got to be tough to be a teacher during a pandemic. Teachers, from first-year newbies to seasoned instructors, are being challenged beyond the norms of a classroom setting. Some haven’t seen their students in months, some schools are going entirely virtual. Other schools are letting parents choose between virtual and in-person classroom settings. This […]
It’s always important to for organizations and companies to recognize employees. With the current closures as the pandemic continues to surge across the US, it’s even more important to let your employees know you recognize and appreciate their excellence and fortitude. Whether you present awards in person, or resort to an online recognition ceremony, it’s […]
The pandemic and current financial climate have lead to an increase in early retirement for many people. Some, of course, were ready to retire or had already been planning to do so it just fell at a time when the Coronavirus had everything shut down. Others have chosen to go ahead and take a […]
As the world continues to charge through the current pandemic, there are many on the frontlines. Emergency Techs, doctors, nurses, and many other professionals in the healthcare arena are using extraordinary will and strength to fight the coronavirus. Every day many of them risk their own lives to ensure the safety of others and […]
Working remotely is new for many people but in 2020 many workplaces have made the transition to remote work, even if just temporarily. Staff, supervisors, and corporate leadership have all had to make a big shift. It’s been quite the learning curve on a grand scale. Companies are still learning how to use video conferencing […]
Some estimate that about 80% of today’s employers have some type of employee recognition program in place. An organization or business can realize many benefits when they recognize employees with rewards. Recognition awards help retain your workforce and keep employees engaged and productive. A recognition award program works, as long as you work it right. […]