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Welcome to the Winter 2009 edition of the Terryberry Recognition Bulletin-- your source for the latest news in the recognition industry and up-to-date information on Terryberry's new products and services to reward and motivate your most important asset- your employees.

In This Issue:

The Best Holiday Gift Idea: Recognition
It's not too late to give your employees the recognition they need this year... Read more...


4 Easy Ways to Improve Service Awards Impact
Get the most out of your service awards with these simple tips that you can put into practice right away! Read more...


3 Low-cost Recognition Items
Add instant impact to your recognition program with these budget-friendly ideas.
Read more...


Peer-to-Peer Recognition Done Right!
The Give-a-WOW peer recognition program makes it easy to give and receive day-to-day praise or significant recognition.
Read more..


Upcoming Webcasts
Find out about upcoming events and register to attend. Read more...


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The WOW! Workplace
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Greetings,

As we near the end of 2009, many organizations look forward to seeing it in the rear view mirror. Most experts suggest that in 2010 the business climate will improve and certainly, that is encouraging news.

An improved economy means a lot of things, one of those being that businesses will soon be hiring and looking for good people. This is the good news. The bad news is highlighted in a recent Adecco study that polled employees regarding their plans after the economy improved. The results were alarming. More than 1 in 2 employees indicated that they intend on looking for a new job once the economy improves, and even more concerning is that 71% of all Gen Y employees will be exploring new opportunities. Basically these pending resignations represent a backlog of employees who feel stuck.

As business leaders, how do we handle this potential turnover Tsunami especially when the individuals that now remain with many businesses are the employees we can least afford to lose? Substantial wage increases and expansive benefits aren't really an option for many businesses that are still in recovery mode. The best answer for this challenging time is a common refrain: "Let people know how much you value their contributions!" In bad times (and good) if your team understands that their accomplishments are appreciated and their work is recognized, they'll be engaged in your business and thus less likely to be one of those people "looking for another opportunity."

The holiday season and start of a new year represent great opportunities to ensure that your people do feel recognized. Take the lead from many of our clients that leverage this time of year and the social gatherings that happen as an opportunity to acknowledge employees who have helped the business in the face of challenge. If you need ideas, let us know. We're happy to help.

Sincerely,

Mike Byam
Fourth Generation Partner
Terryberry Company
erryberry.com

 

 

 


The Best Holiday Gift Idea: Recognition

If you’re like many HR leaders, you know how much of a difference appreciation can make to your employees.  This is especially true during challenging times when employees are often doing more work with fewer people and resources.

If employee recognition is on your to-do list, there’s arguably no better time than now. 
A well-designed recognition program can have immediate positive impact on your employees in these critical times, and give your business positive momentum for 2010. And many businesses are surprised at how affordable implementing a recognition program can be. 

Find out about launching a recognition program in 2009

Get gift ideas that recognize employees achievements!

A great stocking stuffer for managers under $25

If you are looking to begin or enhance an employee recognition program, we’re ready to help.  Contact us today to get your recognition program up and running by the holidays.

 

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4 Easy Ways to Improve Service Awards Impact

Get the most out of your service awards with these simple tips that you can put into practice right away.

Awards for years of service are the foundation of many recognition programs in North America.  Make the most out of your service awards for your employees and your business.  Here are three easy things you can do today that will make a big impact on your service awards.

  1. Recognize earlier

    It’s no surprise that employees are changing jobs much more frequently these days. Getting your newer employees involved in your service recognition program can make an impact on your new hires’ level of engagement.  If your recognition program starts at 5 years of service, consider giving a small award for Welcome Aboard, 1 year and 3 years.  Ask us for early service awards ideas. 

  2. Add verbal or written recognition on the anniversary date

    If you have a formal service awards event, employees may be getting their recognition months after their anniversary.  You can add instant impact recognizing employees on their anniversary day in addition to the formal event.  It can be something as simple as a card from the individual’s manager. Try keeping a supply of Milestone Messages cards on hand for employee anniversaries.

  3. Use awards that support corporate pride

    Make the item memorable and special by incorporating your company symbol or engraving the years of service.  View sample awards from Terryberry.

  4. Praise the recipient’s personal accomplishments during the presentation

    The presentation of an award is arguably as important as the award itself.  Be sure your comments are personalized for each recipient and share specifics about the individual’s contributions and achievements.  Download our award presentation cheat sheet to help presenters prepare for recognition speeches.

Learn more about service awards programs from Terryberry.



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3 Low-cost Recognition Items

These budget-friendly recognition items will add instant impact to your recognition program. 

  • RecognizeMe Toolkits $35-75

    Make it easy for managers and coworkers to give recognition on-the-spot for great work.  RecognizeMe toolkits each contain 300+ recognition opportunities and include free training on how to make the most of spot recognition opportunities. 

  • Printable Award Certificates – Free

    Visit Terryberry’s free certificate builder and create personalized certificates that you can print and present to your achievers.  It’s a simple and fun way to acknowledge accomplishments.

  • The WOW! Workplace $21.95

    A must read for new managers and seasoned leaders.  And it’s a unique stocking stuffer.  Get a copy for everyone on your management team.

 



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Peer-to-Peer Recognition Done Right!

One of the most exciting innovations in employee recognition this year is the new Give-a-WOW program for peer-to-peer recognition.

Give-a-WOW combines instant praise for day-to-day contributions, with special awards for significant achievements, and automated monitoring so you can have at-a-glance information on your program’s performance…the best of all worlds!

This tool provides businesses with an engaging and interactive online program that makes it easy to give and receive recognition, so that more of the important successes in your business get the recognition they deserve.

Why is Give-a-WOW a unique solution for improving workplace culture?

  • The successes in your business are visible throughout your organization on an ongoing basis with the Recognition Wall.
  • Employees give and receive instant feedback on great work through the engaging communication features.
  • Built-in awards make it easy to acknowledge special achievements.
  • Maintain accountability and stay informed about the recognition happening in your business using the robust administrator’s dashboard.
  • Perfect for organizations with employees in multiple locations.
  • It’s a surprisingly affordable way to have a significant impact on your workplace culture.

Watch the video.

Contact us to take a demo of this new program.

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Upcoming Webcasts
Learn the industry's best practices in employee recognition and find out how effective employee recognition can make a measurable impact on your organization. Check out Terryberry's series of free educational webcasts.

WOW! Your Ys...employee recognition for the new generation
December 10, 2009
learn more or enroll

Go for the Gold...how to run an effective sales award program
January 11, 2010
learn more or enroll

Creating a WOW! Moment...how to give more effective award presentations
January 19, 2010
learn more or enroll

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