We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: employee recognition is about much more than gifts. Don’t get me wrong, gifts are great – especially when they come from Award Concepts! But if you rely just on anniversary gifts to show your appreciation, you’re losing valuable opportunities to build a positive corporate culture and […]
Month: May 2015
Mentors: Not for Newbies Only
Our last article, The Buddy System, laid out the benefits and basics of a mentoring plan for new employees. But did you know that many of your more seasoned workers can also benefit from having a mentor…and that you can benefit too? Say you have a path to advancement within a department and you have […]
The Buddy System
Congratulations! Your new hire made it through the first 90 days with flying colors. All those onboarding tips paid off, right? Yes, but you’re not finished just yet. One of the best ways to ensure continued success for your new hire is to assign a mentor. Studies show that retention rates for workers who have […]
Celebrating Nurses Week 2015
Nurses do a lot for us. They are highly-trained, skilled professionals who care for our sick and disabled. A nurse helps to educate patients about healthy living as well as any current or chronic disease treatments. He or she also performs procedures as prescribed by physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. These responsibilities are just […]