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Even the best recognition programs have opportunities for improvement. Whether you�re looking to introduce a rewards platform to your company or are in the process of improving your current recognition program, we have oodles of information to help.

First, take a deep dive into the hows and whys of employee recognition with The Art and Science of Recognition: 5 Best Practices for Employee Recognition Programs. You�ll learn about:

?The bottom-line benefits of employee recognition programs
?How to give meaningful and effective praise
?The best implementation strategies + how to measure success

Employee recognition has an ROI you can�t afford to miss out on. So let�s get crackin�! ????

Cheers,
The Team at Bonusly

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Hi Cell8815,

SHRM�s Annual Conference & Expo begins in less than a week! It�s the world�s largest HR conference, and we're excited to be part of this year's event. ?????

If you're planning to attend, you might enjoy our latest blog article: Your Guide to SHRM 2019: Tips for Making the Most of HR's Big Dance.

Learn more about SHRM 2019

You�ll be able to find the Bonusly team at booth #505, or we can set up time to meet.

And if you're interested in receiving complimentary expo-only registration passes, let us know.

Even if you're not going, stay tuned�we'll be posting updates on our blog, Twitter, and LinkedIn!

Hope to see you soon,
Ben

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If you're not into adding yet another tool to your current arsenal of office software, no worries�we can come to you. Bonusly has a robust catalog of integrations that allows your team to give bonuses with the tools they already use. Plus, our list is growing everyday.

With integrations, you can focus on the fun, and less on the training. ???? Start a free trial or request a demo with us and we�ll walk you through how our recognition program can make a real difference. ????????????

Cheers,
The Team at Bonusly

There�s a reason why recognition and rewards go hand-in-hand. ????

Back when Bonusly was still a wee baby startup, we gave our customers a choice: they could use the platform to give bonuses with or without real-world monetary value.

Can you guess which companies saw higher user participation and employee engagement? Check out what happened and our takeaways in Accelerate Your Employee Recognition Program with Meaningful Rewards.

Also, see how Chobani used custom swag as rewards to jumpstart their recognition program in their case study. Hey Chobani, how do we get our paws on these? ????

Cheers,
The Team at Bonusly

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Hi Cell8815,

I hope your week is going well! There are two cool new features in Bonusly that I wanted to let you know about: Claimable Awards and profile pages.

1. Claimable Awards
Is your list of administrative tasks for recognition at longer than a CVS receipt?�

From emptying the office dishwasher to getting a flu shot, Claimable Awards can help you streamline the recognition process for all kinds of if-then achievements. Your employees can request recognition for discrete accomplishments�and provide the necessary details to help you process their requests�all within a simple modal.

Get more info over on our product blog or dive right in

Check out Claimable Awards

2. Profile pages
Bonusly's new profile pages can help individuals, managers, executives, and HR teams get a high-level view of interdepartmental collaboration and recognition trends. More specifically:

Executives can benchmark their own participation in Bonusly and get a clearer sense of how managers and individuals recognize one another.
Managers can incorporate data from their direct reports' profile pages to reduce recency bias in performance reviews.
Users can visualize their interactions with their coworkers at a glance and set personal goals for collaboration and living company values.

To access your Bonusly profile page, simply click on your avatar at the bottom of the navigation bar and select PROFILE. For more detailed instructions, check out this Help Center article.

Reply to this email if you have any questions about Claimable Awards, profile pages, Taylor Swift's new music video, etc., etc.

Cheers!
The Bonusly Team

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Hi Cell8815,

We hope you�ve been enjoying your Bonusly trial! With only a few days left, hopefully you�ve gotten a good idea of how Bonusly can help you build a recognition-rich culture at .

We want to remind you that your trial ends on Jul 31 2019. If you�d like to continue using Bonusly to recognize the meaningful work your team is doing, click here to add your payment information. You won�t be billed for the pro plan until the first of next month.

Add payment info

When you�re ready to launch Bonusly to your whole team, check out these announcement ideas.

Hugs from Boulder!
The Bonusly Team

Hi! ????

Our article on How to Build and Maintain a Successful Employee Recognition Program takes you to the next step and covers conceptualizing, implementation, and management of recognition programs. Plus, some helpful best practices and tips. It�s one of our most thorough articles, and we�re quite proud of it. ????

This is the end of our recognition fact-finding track! Want more resources on how to evaluate recognition programs? You're in luck�that's coming up next! ????????????

Cheers,
The Team at Bonusly

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Hey! ????

Interested in employee recognition? You�ve come to the right place!

We have a ton of tools and resources. Depending on what you�re interested in, here�s some content to get you started. Based on your choice, we'll tailor the resources we send you. ????

If you�re interested in...

FACT FINDING: From best practices to trends to inspiration, we have a lot of thoughts on employee recognition. Start with our big list of creative employee rewards.

EVALUATING: Interested in how recognition can impact your organization? Do you like Chobani? Not a trick question. Check out Chobani�s case study on how they used recognition to drive engagement from the bottom up.

IMPLEMENTING: Just curious about Bonusly? Sure thing. Dive into the details with our 2018 Year in Bonusly blog post!

You�re on your way to building more engaged teams in no time. If you want to take the fast track, request a demo with Bonusly today. ????????????

Cheers!
The Team at Bonusly

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Hi! ????

Employee engagement might seem less concrete and harder to measure than other business objectives, but given how crucial it is to a company�s success and bottom line, we need to take a harder look at the numbers.

In How to Use People Analytics and Recognition to Strengthen Culture, we give you strategies for benchmarking and evaluating employee engagement so you�re able to measure the success of your recognition program.

It also helps when your recognition program has analytics baked into its key features. ????

That's it for our evaluation resources, next up: we'll cover how our customers integrate Bonusly with their existing tools, appreciate each other, donate to charity, and treat themselves. ????

Cheers,
The Team at Bonusly

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Hi! ????

In our comprehensive How to Save Your Company from Unhealthy Turnover and Optimize Retention blog post, we give you strategies to increase employee retention. Spoiler alert: organizations with recognition-rich cultures have 31% lower turnover than those who don�t.

That�s nothing to sneeze at. Check out the article for more details. ????

Unsure of what employee turnover costs your company? That what our Cost of Employee Turnover Calculator is for. Just plug in your numbers��although you might want to sit down first. ????

Cheers,
The Team at Bonusly

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Hi! ????

You already know that recognizing employees is a good idea, but how do you start putting together a recognition and rewards program?

We recommend starting with The Guide to Modern Employee Recognition. A bunch of us at Bonusly looked at the research and put our brains together to write this guide. It�s comprehensive, and chock full of the details, tips, and examples of modern recognition practices you need to know. ????

If you�re more of an aural-visual learner, you�re in luck. Check out The Art ???? and Science ?? of Employee Recognition, a webinar featuring our CEO and co-founder Raphael Crawford-Marks��and some pretty great GIFs.

Hope this helps!

Cheers,
The Team at Bonusly

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How engaged are your employees? We partnered with HR.com to survey professionals in the U.S. about employee engagement, and put together a juicy report about our findings. Spoiler alert: Most participants believe that fewer than 70% of their company's employees are engaged. That means a majority of organizations need a lot of help in this area. ????

Fortunately, we also found ways to markedly improve employee engagement. For some great insight, be sure to check it out.

If you're one of those companies struggling with employee engagement, request a chat with us and we can figure out a game plan together. ????

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Best Practices for Celebrating Work Anniversaries

Hi Cell8815,

Join us this Friday, August 2, from 1 to 2 PM ET, as we chat about the best ways to celebrate work anniversaries with our friends at Donut and HR practitioners from InVision and Quartet. ????

Our panelists will share how they go beyond cards and cakes to meaningfully celebrate work anniversaries and help you get inspired to make your organization�s celebrations more thoughtful and intentional.

Register here for Best Practices for Celebrating Work Anniversaries with Bonusly, Donut, InVision, and Quartet this Friday, August 2, from 1 to 2 PM ET.

See you there!
Elisse

P.S. Can't make it? No worries. Register anyway and we'll send you a recording and recap after the webinar.

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Hi Cell8815,

Oh no! It looks like you never entered your billing information, so we went ahead and closed your Bonusly account. ???? Don't worry, it's easy to get Bonusly back up and running. Just head here to add a payment method and reactivate your account.

Then, once we've successfully received payment, your teammates will be able to jump back in and recognize each other for all their great work!

Warmly,
Joao

P.S. Need a little more time to test out Bonusly? Just reply to this email and we'll be happy to extend your free trial!

Download the Bonusly mobile app

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We all love our team members, but it can be tricky figuring out how to best appreciate them. After all, everyone has their own preferences for how they�d like to be recognized!

To help you out, we put together a list of employee appreciation ideas�including some really affordable options!�each marked with the languages of appreciation (Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Quality Time, Physical Touch, or Gifts) it speaks to best. It was a lot of fun to put together, and guaranteed to be a lot of fun celebrating!

In our opinion, the #1 way to appreciate employees is through recognition. ???? Schedule a demo or take a tour of Bonusly to see how far recognition can go at your company.

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Hi Cell8815,

Thanks for trying out Bonusly! We hope you and your team have been enjoying our recognition and rewards platform.

With 0 bonuses given recently, it looks like your trial didn't quite get off the ground.

Would you like to ask our experts about your recognition program?�

Ask a recognition expert

If you'd like to keep using Bonusly, all you need to do is add your payment information.�

Please let us know if we can help answer questions about the product or our pricing plans.

Cheers!
The Bonusly Team

Hi Cell8815,

Join us today, Tuesday, August 13, at 1:30 pm ET/10:30 am PT, as we chat about the strategic value of focusing on the employee experience with our friends at Freshteam and Northpass.

A positive employee experience begets highly engaged employees. Today's panelists will cover three practical strategies for improving your employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle and discuss how focusing on the employee experience can improve engagement, productivity, and retention.

Register now for Practical Strategies to Optimize Employee Experience in a Growing Organization with Freshteam, Northpass, and yours truly today, Tuesday, August 13, at 1:30 pm ET/10:30 am PT.

See you there!
Elisse

P.S. Can't make it? No worries. Register anyway and we'll send you a recording and recap after the webinar.

News and content from our partners:

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???? Gone are the days of textbook-length employee handbooks. It's the era of transparent company policies, and PeopleKeep has some best practices: 6 tips for putting company policy info in the hands of your employees

???? Setting a goal is one thing, achieving it is another. Take it from our friends at PeopleGoal: The Essential Guide To SMART Goals

???? Saying "yes" can be pretty radical, but saying "no" is just as important, which is why we love this thoughtful article from Small Improvements: It�s okay to say �no� when offered feedback

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Employee Engagement | 10 min read

10 Office Ice Breakers To Build Team Relationships

Can you tell we love a good list of ideas? We hope you do too, because this week's featured article includes a big list of ice breakers that'll melt any existing barriers on your team. ????????

If you're skeptical about the efficacy of these activities, we also included some interesting research and best practices. Ice breakers won't make everyone BFFs�but they could set your team on the right track. ????

Employee Retention | 15 min read

20 Surprising Employee Retention Statistics You Need to Know

You should sit down before reading these employee retention statistics. But it's okay�we've got plenty of tips to help improve retention for your organization in this article and in our brand new retention guide!

News and content from our partners

? Workplace expectations are shifting�scheduling and time-tracking company When I Work knows this better than anybody. Check out new regulations spreading across the United States: Fair Workweek: What You Need to Know

???? A good read as we head into health insurance renewal season, from our friends at PeopleKeep: How are small businesses thinking about benefits in 2019?: Survey

???? Whoa. This in-depth analysis from Namely and their own data is super eye-opening: The Secret to Equal Pay? Representation at the Top.

Diggin' our updated newsletter look? Check out our recently revamped Guide to Modern Employee Recognition too! ????

Employee Recognition

The Recognition Statistics You Need to Share With Your Leaders

We cite a lot of statistics. There's all sorts of data out there pointing to how appreciating employees makes a big impact at an organization!

But when it comes to getting leadership buy-in for employee recognition, there's some research that really stands out. Now gathered all in one place, these are the statistics you need to share with your decision-makers about the importance of making employee recognition a habit at your company. ????

Employee Experience

Why You Can�t Skimp On Radically Candid Performance Development Conversations

As a manager, it's your responsibility to help members of your team develop their careers while also managing performance. Learn about the difference between performance management and performance development from Kim Scott, author of the bestselling Radical Candor: Be a Kickass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity.

News and content from our partners

???? One of our favorite events of the year is coming up... Catch us at The Humane Society of Boulder Valley's Doggie Dash 2019!

???? The Future of Work: Insights from Global Engagement 101 Influencers is a great resource with thoughts from the industry's top leaders!

???? Want more mentoring? Culture Amp's 10 top People leaders to learn from has some excellent nuggets of knowledge.

Diggin' our updated newsletter look? Check out our recently revamped Guide to Modern Employee Recognition too! ????

Employee Engagement

How to Connect Your People to Purpose and Why It�s Vital

When people believe that their work matters, they�re four times more likely to be engaged! ????

As humans, we have an innate yearning for purpose. Not just in our personal lives, but professionally, too! Do you work for a purposeful organization?

Earlier this year, we identified purpose at work as a top trend in the Employee Engagement space. Now we're bringing you three practical, research-backed ways to connect your people to purpose.

Employee Recognition

How Do I Build a Successful Employee Recognition Program?

When recognition programs are implemented well, they can enrich company culture, increase employee engagement, reduce turnover, and provide a fulfilling employee experience. In this article, you'll learn how to develop a case for recognition, build a team of champions, understand the characteristics of effective recognition, and follow recognition program best practices.

News and content from our partners

????? How are your communication skills? Small Improvement's 6 phrases to help you communicate better at work shares a few sentence starters to keep you on the right track.

???? Learn how to avoid burnout, discover the benefits of a flexible work schedule and more in When I Work's 5 Ways to Promote Work-Life Integration Among Your Employees.

????HR�s Guide to Dealing With Office Smells from Namely is a friendly, funky resource for any team dealing with...unusual office aromas.

Diggin' our updated newsletter look? Check out our recently revamped Guide to Modern Employee Recognition too! ????

Hi Cell8815,

Happy October! ????

You know what's scary? Not having a plan for interviewing candidates and onboarding new hires. ????

Ease your fears by downloading this handy interview and onboarding checklist:

The Ultimate Candidate Interview & Employee Onboarding Checklist

With this checklist in hand, you'll be ready to:

Define your ideal candidate
Prepare for and conduct interviews
Choose the best candidate ????
Plan pre-boarding communication and logistics
Create an onboarding schedule
Make your new hire ramp-up period delightful ????

Happy hiring!
The Bonusly Team ????

P.S. If you've been meaning to check out our fun, personal recognition and rewards platform, why not schedule a demo with someone from our team?

Company Culture

Yes, It�s Okay to Mess Up: Psychological Safety in the Workplace

Ah, trust falls�the golden standard of team building exercises. It's pretty rare that you wouldn't trust a team member to keep you physically safe from hitting the floor. But... what if you did drop someone?

Understanding that your team would laugh it off with no hard feelings is the definition of psychological safety. It's an environment where people are encouraged to take risks, and are supported even when results aren't in, er, good standing. ????

Check out all the research surrounding psychological safety, and how workplaces are working to implement it as part of their company cultures in our latest article!

News and content from our partners

???? Everyone's buzzing about remote workforces. Here's a nice guide about the whos, whys, and hows of setting up a distributed team.

???? Is your company organization confusing and unclear? A more alternative hierarchy might work best for your workplace's working style.

???? Onboarding a new team member is crucial to their success at an organization, and this guide provides a unique way to structure the process.

Diggin' our updated newsletter look? Check out our recently revamped Guide to Modern Employee Recognition too! ????

Employee Recognition

65 Creative Employee Reward Ideas (2019 Update)

This one's a big one. ?????

We adore loud, creative, show-stopping ways to show your employees some love, but we can't emphasize enough the value of frequent and regular recognition.

That's why we totally redid our list of employee reward ideas to include a wide range of appreciation ideas, with some low-cost and inexpensive options (marked with ????????) sprinkled in. We're really proud of this piece, so check it out!

Employee Engagement

The 2019 Employee Engagement and Modern Workplace Report

Our 2019 Employee Engagement & Modern Workplace Report is full of the insight companies need to better understand the current state of employee engagement and discover the factors that influence engagement at work. Check it out for some great data! ????

News and content from our partners

???? We've got management superstar Julie Zhuo, author of The Making of a Manager, on our blog to talk about how to best handle your performance review meetings.

???? And if that performance review leads to new responsibilities, check out PeopleGoal's list of essential management skills.

????? Winter is coming. Luckily, WhenIWork has all the details on how to refine your inclement weather policy.

Diggin' our updated newsletter look? Check out our recently revamped Guide to Modern Employee Recognition, too! ????

Employee Engagement

10 Data-Driven Ways to Improve Employee Engagement

Employee engagement is a key competitive differentiator in today's business landscape.

Unfortunately, our 2019 Employee Engagement and Modern Workplace Report revealed that only 29% of employees are engaged with their work. ????

How can teams move the needle on engagement?

Through our research, we've gathered some real, actionable insights to help you improve employee engagement. Check it out!

Employee Engagement

The 2019 Employee Engagement and Modern Workplace Report

Our 2019 Employee Engagement & Modern Workplace Report is full of the insight companies need to better understand the current state of employee engagement and discover the factors that influence engagement at work. Check it out for some great data! ????

News and content from our partners

???? Workplace conflicts can be distressing, awkward, and difficult to deal with�luckily, our friends at PeopleKeep shared some deft ways to handle a workplace conflict.

???? Your brand's reputation is everything. In a webinar on Nov. 26, our friends at Mention and Smarp will discuss how to safeguard and manage that reputation.

Diggin' our updated newsletter look? Check out our recently revamped Guide to Modern Employee Recognition, too! ????

Employee Engagement

Engaging Your Remote Team: 9 Tips to Avoiding Isolation

Remote! Distributed! Work from home! Work from anywhere! Whatever you call it, this piece of the workforce pie is getting bigger. ????

But along with the flexibility of working remote comes brand-new challenges. How do you keep employees engaged when you're not physically in the same space? From our friends at G2, check out these great tips for making sure your remote employees don't feel isolated.

News and content from our partners

???? We're stoked to be co-hosting this week's #HRSocialHour Twitter chat. Mark your calendars for Sunday, Nov. 24, 7 p.m. ET, and be sure to chime in!

????? Here's a topic that everyone in the HR industry is thinking about: open enrollment. We dig PeopleKeep's handy list of important dates to keep in mind.

???? Julie Ann Sullivan, the "Queen of Culture," recently talked about the value of celebration and recognition. Give it a listen!

???? Love our stuff? Check out our Ultimate Employee Retention Guide, too!

Hi Cell8815,

Monday is as good of a day as any to ask: What does recognition sound like? Is it a quick thanks, or the clap of a high-five?

Through Bonusly, it might be the sound of typing on a keyboard. But as a leading employee recognition and rewards program, we thought it could make a lot more noise. So we made Sounds of Gratitude.

Thanksgiving is coming up in the United States, and we thought it would be a fun time to release this data visualization passion project!

Each animation and sound represents a real message of appreciation given through Bonusly, one of the more than 11 million given so far. They're reminders of the positive interactions that happen all around us every day.

We invite you to enjoy the beautiful visuals and calming melody powered by actual, real-time recognition bonuses from Bonusly.

So, what does recognition sound like? Well, take a listen!

Plus, check us out on Product Hunt!

Employee Engagement

Everything You Need to Know About Pulse Surveys

Pulse surveys are exactly what they sound like. These short surveys are sent to employees more frequently than an annual questionnaire, allowing you to keep your finger on the pulse of employee sentiment. ????????

But where do you start? What kinds of questions should you ask, and how often should you send them out? No worries, we've got the deets.

News and content from our partners

?????????? We've been thinking about diversity and inclusion a lot lately, and CultureAmp's Workplace Diversity, Inclusion, and Intersectionality Report 2019 makes us even more determined to make strides in 2020.

???? Looking for other ways to utilize surveys? We love Sapling's idea of giving new employees a "get-to-know-you" survey and using that information to craft a unique onboarding experience.

????Sometimes, we just need a reminder of why we're doing what we do to build great company cultures. TalentLyft covers it all in a clear, concise way.

???? Love our stuff? Check out our Ultimate Employee Retention Guide, too!

Bonusly�s Big 5 Blog Posts of 2019

Happy holidays from the Bonusly team! ????

For our last newsletter of the year, we rounded up our most popular articles of 2019�the blog posts that you especially loved and found helpful. And hey, we get it�we love them too. ????

Don't miss out on the resources and tips that our readers come back to, again and again. Check out the list, enjoy the holidays, and start 2020 with some great new ideas!

Employee Engagement

How to Appreciate Employees with a Well-Executed Holiday Party

A well-planned and skillfully executed company event can set the stage for the next year, offer opportunities to appreciate employees, and instill traditions for years to come. How are your office holiday party plans coming along?

Employee Engagement

7 HR Trends and Ideas to Implement This Year

New innovations and trends are constantly affecting the way we live and work. ????

As HR professionals who work with both technology and people (!), we have to stay on top of changing paradigms to best prepare for how these trends will affect our own workplaces. Don't know where to start? We got you. ????

In this article, find our top seven people-focused ideas to implement in 2020�and what influencers in the HR space have to say about them!

Read the article

Employee Engagement

If Tech Is So Distracting, How Do Slack Employees Stay So Focused?

Nir Eyal, author of Hooked: How to Build
Habit-Forming Products and Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life examines how Slack�s culture kills distraction by building psychological safety, telling employees to go home, and using lots and lots of emojis.

News and content from our partners

???? We've rolled over into a new year, meaning that it's a good time to get your HSA and FSA definitions straight.

???? Can you tell we love checking out the latest HR trends? Here's TalentLyft with a great list of recruitment and hiring trends in 2020.

???? Built In's list of Best Places to Work In Colorado is a great spot to scope out the best practices of companies with highly engaged employees! Check out #11. ????

???? Remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel! Something new is dropping soon... ????

10 Data-Driven Ways to Improve Employee Engagement

Drumroll, please. ????

For our first newsletter of the year, we cooked up something a little different. Employee engagement can seem like an abstract concept, so... we thought we�d put our tips to video! ?????

If you're a visual learner, this video will walk you through the employee engagement strategies we originally discussed in this blog post. Learn about engagement advantages, discover data-driven ways to improve, and examine your own practices with accompanying visuals!

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Employee Engagement

14 Ways to Celebrate Valentine�s Day in the Workplace

Valentine�s Day is a great opportunity to recognize and appreciate your team! This article shares more than a dozen ideas to help you improve camaraderie, promote appreciation, increase workplace positivity, and brighten the mood on February 14th.

News and content from our partners

???? We love a good revamp and refresh for the new year. Thanks, CultureAmp!

????Getting ready to welcome new team members in 2020? TalentLyft has the onboarding tips and stories you need.

???? Sometimes, it's important to press reset. Here are some great self-care strategies from HR for HR.

???? Wondering about the state of the industry? Check out our Employee Engagement and Modern Workplace Report, too!

How Do I Build a Successful Employee Recognition Program?

This week, we have another video for you! ????

Disengaged employees cost businesses an estimated $550 billion dollars last year in the United States alone. Whew. ????

The good news is, employee recognition can boost those engagement numbers! It�s no coincidence that many of the world�s most successful organizations use employee recognition programs�and with this quick video guide, your company can soon reap the same rewards. Check it out and let us now what you think!

There's more where that came from. Remember to subscribe to our Youtube channel for more videos!

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Employee Engagement

14 Ways to Celebrate Valentine�s Day in the Workplace

Valentine�s Day is a great opportunity to recognize and appreciate your team! This article shares more than a dozen ideas to help you improve camaraderie, promote appreciation, increase workplace positivity, and brighten the mood on February 14th.

News and content from our partners

???? Change is hard. It also happens a lot in the workplace! Whether you're scaling down or growing rapidly, here are three tips from Lattice to help you navigate through changing times.

????Feeling those Monica Aldama vibes from Netflix's Cheer? OfficeVibe has the perfect resource on developing a coaching leadership style.

? HR.com needs your help! They're gathering responses for The State of Employee/Human Experience in 2020. Your perspective would be so valued!

???? How did employee engagement fare in 2019? Check out the 2019 Employee Engagement and Modern Workplace Report!

How 2020 Has Changed HR

A Mid-Year Check-In: 2020 HR Industry Trends and Insights

We''re gonna make a big bold statement here: 2020 has been a lot. ??

HR professionals have adapted to remote work, uncertain job security, conversations around racial justice, and more. So what are they really thinking about? What are they interested in, and what are their challenges?

We conducted a mid-year survey to find those insights. ??

Does it match up with your own experience? Check it out, and let us know in the comments!

Company Culture

The value of aligning recognition to your company values

In a distributed work environment, your company values can connect and unite your employees. We chatted with HR folks at Wrike, Worksighted, Badi, and the Humane Society about why it''s so important to recognize people for living your core values.

Employee Retention

11 Strategies for Building an Outstanding Employee Retention Program On a Small Business Budget

Retaining your high-performing employees should be top-of-mind in this uncertain business environment. In our partnership with PeopleKeep, we walk you through retention strategies on a small-business budget.

News and content from our partners

?? Burnout is totally different while WFH. From Officevibe: We ask a psychologist how to manage the new employee burnout

?? How are HR professionals approaching reopening offices? Lattice has the survey results: RfH Insights: HR Leaders Share Their Reopening Plans

?? And on the other side... How do employees feel about returning to the office? Get the details from Torch: Infographic: Data on life at work post-coronavirus

Employee Rewards

How to Budget for Employee Recognition and Rewards

Creating a budget is hard. Where do you start? How do you justify it? ??

During these hard times, it''s so important to prove the value of your initiatives-especially when they''re related to employee engagement, like recognition and rewards.

So, what should you consider when you''re building your recognition and rewards budget? We''ve got the scoop. ??

News and content from our partners

?? There''s no playbook for periods of crisis and upheaval. But Culture Amp has a pretty great toolkit for working through it.

?? This is big. Check out Soapbox''s library of 180+ role-specific and personal development OKR and goal examples, and have your employees take ownership of their growth.

?? Torch is back with another great virtual course! Join Daniel Goleman, Michele Nevarez, and Torch for a 4-week, virtual course on the Essentials of Emotional Intelligence, starting September 30th!

Remote Work

17 Ideas for a Super Festive Remote Holiday Party

Ah, the company holiday party... A time-honored tradition. However, as you know, 2020 has thrown tradition out the door! ??

So, let''s make way for new norms! As more teams adapt to remote work, virtual events and activities have take a bigger role in engaging employees.

We put some of our best tips and suggestions for a remote holiday party in this article. It''s finally December, and it''s time to get festive! ???? ??

Read now

Virtual Event

Employee Rewards in 2021: How to Prepare

Employee rewards are an important and powerful factor in any employee experience. The space has evolved rapidly in the past year, adapting to global events and shifting preferences. Join us as we unveil the latest employee rewards research and review the current state of employee rewards. Then, we'll discuss how to successfully prepare for the future by sharing insights on using employee rewards to engage teams in 2021 and beyond!

Attendees will receive 1 SHRM PDC and 1 HRCI recertification credit.

Register now

News and content from our partners

?? Are your annual salary reviews coming up? Soapbox has a great guide on how to approach those meetings, as a manager and employee! Salary review meeting: Agenda, tips, and advice

?? Did you miss our virtual event with Donut, InVision, and Great Mondays? It was a great discussion, and you can find an in-depth summary here: Reimagining Rituals in the Age of Digital Work

?? What does your workplace look like in 2021? You might find yourself with a mix of in-person and remote employees. Culture Amp has the insights: Building an employee experience for a hybrid workforce

Employee Experience

Bonusly Data Before and After: How the Employee Experience Has Changed During COVID-19

Our daily lives and habits have changed. Work has changed. The employee experience has changed! ??

But, in what ways?

That''s what this article aims to answer, using our very own Bonusly data. And we won''t just show you the numbers-we''ll also give ideas for how you, as a people and culture leader, can promote engagement and morale during this crisis.

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As 2020 starts to wind down, it''s a great time to sneak in some professional development. We have some great virtual events coming up that''ll help you with your employee engagement goals in 2021!

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Rituals play a major role in building (and reinforcing) strong cultures at any scale, especially for remote, distributed, and digital teams. Join Josh Levine, author of Great Mondays, and Dennis Field of InVision as they discuss the different ways that rituals and recognition function to build culture.

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?? Nov. 18: How Employee Engagement Changed in 2020 & What That Means for the Future

2020 has changed just about everything, especially employee engagement. In this event, we'll review recent research to take stock of the current state of employee engagement with Abby Eaton Feinberg, Senior People Strategist at Bulldog Drummond. Then, we'll review the effects of COVID-19, remote work, inclusivity, and mental wellness. Finally, we'll discuss practical ways to successfully engage your own teams in 2021 and beyond.

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Cheers,

The Team at Bonusly ??

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Hi there,

Bonusly has always been a flexible workplace, with many of our employees regularly working from home. However, remote work feels a bit different when it''s your only option.

Because of COVID-19, we''ve adopted a "work-from-home by default" policy for our distributed team and we''re leaning heavily on tried-and-true remote work techniques while trying out new internal communication strategies. Since many organizations are facing similar challenges, we wanted to share the resources that have been most helpful to us:

10 Easy Ways to Keep Remote Workers Happy and Engaged
10 Tips for Being a Happy and Successful Remote Worker
Improve remote employee engagement using Bonusly

Additionally, our joint webinar with Lever, Sapling, and CultureAmp on Thursday, March 26th, might be helpful to you: Improving Global Communication Across Teams

Wishing you and your loved ones all the best,
The Bonusly Team ??

Remote Work

21 Ways to Switch Up Your Remote Work Routine

Can we talk about how WFH can be... kind of monotonous?

Especially when it''s mandatory? ??

The days are blurring together for many of us at Bonusly, and it''s likely we''re not alone. That''s why this list of ways to mix up your WFH routine was a game changer for our team.

To get back to normal, sometimes we have to make some changes!

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?? Onboarding new employees can be overwhelming. Having to do it virtually is even more difficult. From WorkBright: 7 Ways To Prevent Virtual Onboarding Zoom Fatigue

Hi there,

Are you transitioning to remote work? How about the rest of your team?

Organizations are moving to remote work at an unprecedented pace, and questions around hiring, cultural intelligence, and onboarding are on the minds of many business leaders.

That''s why we''re excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar, "Improving Global Communication Across Remote Teams," fielded by remote work experts at people-first companies like Wrike, Welocalize, and InVision.

Join us this Thursday, March 26th, at 11am PT / 2pm ET for an exciting discussion on all things global and remote work. You''ll learn about:

remote work challenges
cultural intelligence
company culture evolution during organizational change
how to navigate onboarding and hiring this year
and more!

There's still time left to save your spot, so head on over to our registration page today!

Want to learn more about remote work right now? We invite you download our Comprehensive Guide to Remote Work, which covers the essential information you need to know to successfully understand remote work and apply it to your own organization.

Cheers!
The Bonusly Team ??

Employee Engagement

10 Ideas to Celebrate Thanksgiving in the Workplace

Here in the US, Thanksgiving is in two weeks! ??

Before everyone rushes off to their long weekend, why not take the time to thank them for their hard work? It is the season of gratitude, after all! ??

While Thanksgiving is an excellent time to spend with family, the impact of giving thanks to your colleagues can''t be overstated. And if you're celebrating Thanksgiving, we hope these ideas and activities will help inspire your team!

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How Employee Engagement Changed in 2020 & What That Means for the Future

2020 has changed just about everything, especially employee engagement. In this event, we'll review recent research to take stock of the current state of employee engagement with Abby Eaton Feinberg, Senior People Strategist at Bulldog Drummond. Then, we'll review the effects of COVID-19, remote work, inclusivity, and mental wellness. Finally, we'll discuss practical ways to successfully engage your own teams in 2021 and beyond.

Attendees will receive 1 SHRM PDC and 1 HRCI recertification credit.

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? For trivia lovers everywhere, it''s been a challenging time. Fortunately, our team''s weekly, asynchronous Water Cooler Trivia game just got even better: Connect with Teammates by Sharing the Stories Behind Your Trivia Knowledge

Hey Cell8815,

Do you use Slack or Microsoft Teams at ?

If you want to improve employee morale and encourage collaboration, consider adding Bonusly to the chat tool your organization already relies on. ??

The majority of Bonusly customers (64%, to be precise) integrate Bonusly with Slack and Microsoft Teams and report 10 to 36% more employee participation in recognition as a result! ??

In addition to fueling participation with your employee recognition program, adding Bonusly to Slack and Microsoft Teams also increases company-wide visibility of great work, builds positive connections between coworkers, and helps people feel more productive and focused no matter where or how they work.

Take it from Alicia Alicia del Carmen Raymond, Sr. People Partner, Engineering at MongoDB an 800-person tech company headquartered in NYC and Dublin:

"Bonusly has really helped us build a culture of recognition. We looked at some other solutions but knew that in order for this to be successful, it had to be easy to use. Bonusly''s Slack integration is the right fit for our team: it meets our employees where they already are, and they don''t have to use a separate system to give recognition."

To learn more about bringing employee recognition into your existing chat tools, schedule a time to chat with someone from our Sales team:

6 Transformative Benefits of Respect in the Workplace

How''s everyone''s week going? ??

The Bonusly offices have just gone fully remote, and we''re definitely still adjusting to it! This is a great time to watch our latest video-respect in the workplace is so important, and it''s even more important when you can only communicate online and without the benefit of body language. ??

Because if you''re not communicating well, that''s going to be an issue. For more insights about this, join us, Lever, CultureAmp, Sapling and other remote power-players in our webinar, Improving Global Communications Across Teams. ??

Stay updated with Bonusly by subscribing to our Youtube channel, and we hope both of these resources help you out!

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?? We''ve been using Polly polls a lot to stay connected to our teams. As a fully distributed team, they''re experts at this-definitely check out their guide on how to make WFH better for you.

??What do Bonusly, Lever, CultureAmp, and Sapling have in common? We''re all pretty great at working remotely, and we''ll be hosting a webinar about Improving Global Communications Across Teams very soon!

?? How did employee engagement fare in 2019? Check out the 2019 Employee Engagement and Modern Workplace Report!

10 Great Culture Building Activities for Remote Teams

It''s been a long stretch of working from home, hasn''t it? ??

We''ve been trying hard to connect with our colleagues and stay engaged, but sometimes Zoom happy hours just don''t cut it.

Thankfully, Savannah from our people operations team has been thinking up some great team-building activities and practices that are sure to carry on even when we''re back in the office. She''s written an excellent article full of ideas and tips for the remote team in need of daily fun and joy, so check it out!

Remote Work

41+ Top Tools for Remote Teams

If there''s ever a good time to test out new collaboration tools, it''s now! Taken from our Comprehensive Guide to Remote Work, we''ve got a long list of excellent tools to connect and engage your remote team-and we''re sure you''ll keep using them even when we''re back in the office!

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Ideas for Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in the Workplace

We took a poll: At Bonusly, fall is definitely our favorite season. ??

The beginning of fall also means that it''s National Hispanic Heritage Month! Do you celebrate the ethnic and cultural backgrounds of your employees? ??

From September 15 to October 15, this is the time to recognize the contributions of your Hispanic colleagues. Check out our list of ideas for events and activities to help you do that!

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at Square Root, Inc. (a Bonusly customer!) has some thoughts on the United States'' all-work lifestyle: Waving Goodbye to a Culture of Overwork

?? Lattice''s Resources for Humans has ideas on how to support employees around the upcoming U.S. election: RfH Insights: How HR Can Support Employees Before, During, and After Election Day

Employee Engagement

Seven Excellent Ways to Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day

Employee Appreciation Day is tomorrow, March 6th!

You definitely have a plan for recognizing your employees, right? ??

After all, weeks of work can fly by without a moment focused on recognizing an employee. That''s why Employee Appreciation Day is so fun! It''s an opportunity to have an entire day centered around the teams that get it all done. ??

If you hadn''t gotten around to making plans yet, don''t fret! Today''s newsletter is all about how you can appreciate your employees, with tons of ideas to help you out.

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Employee Recognition

Bridging the Appreciation Gap: How Employees Prefer to Give and Receive Recognition at Work

You have the ideas-but do you know if your employees would enjoy them? Learn about the difference between how people give recognition and how they want to be given recognition, and take time to reflect: what''s the best way to appreciate your employees?

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?? The more ideas, the better! Check out When I Work''s list of employee appreciation ideas.

?? Plus, check out what other companies are doing for Employee Appreciation Day in this Namely article.

?? Our office is definitely concerned about COVID-19. Here''s a great FAQ from SHRM about how you can protect and support your employees.

?? Remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel! Something new is coming soon... ??

It''s Our Responsibility As HR Professionals to Address Racial Injustice

For those of us in the Human Resources department, it''s our job to ensure that every employee feels comfortable bringing their whole selves to work. This includes acknowledging how their lives are affected by forces outside the office.

Thus, it''s on us to actively address and combat the racial injustice impacting our Black colleagues.

Is it easy? No. But is it necessary? Absolutely.

If you''re unsure of what to say or where to start, that''s okay-In today''s article, we''re spotlighting those who do know what to say. Read the article for a collection of Black voices, resources, and more.

Virtual Event

How to Build Inclusive Work Environments on Remote Teams

Go beyond performative activism, and learn about what inclusion really looks like at our virtual event on October 28th, How to Build Inclusive Work Environments on Remote Teams!

More than 50% of current employees want their workplace to do more to increase diversity and inclusion. So where do HR and people leaders start? What does an inclusive workplace look like-and how has that changed since the switch to remote work due to COVID-19?

It''ll feature a superstar panel of experts, so click here to save your spot! ??

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Employee Engagement

The 2020 Employee Engagement and Modern Workplace Report

How has employee engagement changed in 2020, and how can you improve it on your team? This report discusses trends to help you better understand the current state of employee engagement and discover the factors that influence engagement at work.

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10 Diversity & Inclusion Statistics That Will Change How You Do Business

If your leadership team or key stakeholders need a bit of a nudge, we've gathered some of the most compelling D&I statistics around. Know it, show it, champion it-more diversity and inclusion at your company only has benefits!

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?? We love getting a peek into how enterprise organizations keep their (many!) employees engaged, connected, and motivated, especially remotely: Twilio and Bluebeam's Enterprise Connections Programs

HR Technology & Tools

How to Build Your HR Tech Stack + A List of the Best Tools for Your Company

Who''s ready for a new start in 2021?! ?

The Bonusly team is busy brainstorming, strategizing, and planning for the new year. Along with those activities, we''re also evaluating the HR tools that we want to continue using in 2021, along with some new ones! ?? ??

From managing one-on-ones to peer recognition, there''s a tool for it. But how do you know if it''s right for your organization? In this article, we''ll explain our IDEA framework for evaluating HR tools, plus a big list of the best products on the market.

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Employee Engagement

5 Strategies to Combat Employee Engagement Survey Fatigue and Boost Participation Rates

Before you say goodbye to 2020, find out what your employees thought of the year! If you're worried they'll be too busy to complete a survey in December, don't worry-we have some great strategies to up your participation rates.

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?? Lattice is our go-to for answering the every day questions. Here''s an article that feels especially timely. Like a Boss: "How do I set 2021 goals without stressing everyone out?"

?? Employee wellbeing will continue to be a big topic into 2021. As your budgets refresh, how can you make sure you''re allocating wellness resources to your employees? From Culture Amp: Using employee listening to support wellbeing

?? If you have annual reviews coming up, don''t be scared of the hard conversations. Officevibe has some great advice: The best way to address poor work performance with employees

Employee Engagement

Introducing the 2020 Employee Engagement and Modern Workplace Report

How has employee engagement changed in 2020?

We asked thousands of employees to uncover the most impactful factors and trends around employee engagement this year, from remote work to wellness to COVID-19, and now we're ready to share the results!

The most important takeaways:
?? We need human connection now more than ever
?? Anxiety is at record levels, and organizations need to address it
?? Peer recognition is hugely important in leveling up engagement
?? Flexibility & adaptability are necessary for companies to survive

Download the full report to learn about the impact of individual factors on employee engagement. For example, did you know that engaged employees are 2.6 times more likely to work in organizations with a peer recognition program compared with disengaged employees?

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? Want to read the summary before downloading the report? Check out How Employee Engagement Has Changed in 2020.

?? Did you know that engaged employees are more than twice as likely to report working for an organization that focuses on inclusion? Go beyond performative activism, and learn about what inclusion really looks like at our virtual event on October 28th, How to Build Inclusive Work Environments on Remote Teams!

?? We''re also pleased to share our free guide, The Essential Guide to Employee Engagement. It''s a comprehensive manual that covers everything from what employee engagement really means to practical advice and examples to inspire action within your own organization.

Employee Engagement

The Importance of Having Fun at Work + 3 Key Tips

Games, trivia, joy-sometimes, these aren''t exactly what''d you associate with the workplace. ??

But, why not? We spend so much time at work. Shouldn''t it also be important to let off some steam, laugh, and have fun with your coworkers?

We think yes! Especially when you add in the business benefits of fun at work, like employee engagement, productivity, and more.

That''s the main idea behind Water Cooler Trivia, and we''ve got their co-founder, Collin Waldoch, on the blog to talk about the importance of fun in the workplace. Check it out!

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?? People management: It''s hard! Here''s some advice from Lattice: What I Wish I Knew: Advice for Those Just Getting Started in HR

?? One-on-ones are so important for team bonding, professional development, feedback, and support. This Soapbox article provides thoughtful questions to ask and answer: 121 One-on-one Questions

?? Don''t let the momentum stop! From Torch: Becoming an Anti-Racist Leader: Strategies and Action Steps for a More Inclusive Workplace

?? Want to learn more about trivia and team bonding? Check out Water Cooler Trivia!

Hi Cell8815,

This year has changed a lot, including employee rewards!

That''s why we''re hosting a virtual event featuring industry experts to help you prepare your employee rewards program for 2021. ?? ??

Employee rewards have evolved and adapted to be a powerful factor in any employee experience, so don't miss out on our discussion. We''ll unveil the latest employee rewards research in partnership with the Incentive Research Foundation and share insights on rewards to help you engage teams in 2021 and beyond!

?? December 10: Employee Rewards in 2021: How to Prepare

Learn about employee rewards from experts Rick Garlick of Magid, Cindy Mielke of Tango Card, and Ben Travis of Bonusly!

Register now

Attendees can earn 1 SHRM PDC and 1 HRCI recertification credit for joining! We know time is precious right now, so if you can''t make it, register anyway and we''ll send you the recording after the session.

Cheers,

The Team at Bonusly ??

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Hi there,

How has your team adapted to change in the past six months?

Employee engagement has become even more critical recently, and that''s why we''re excited to invite you to our upcoming virtual event, "Actionable Ways to Improve Employee Engagement Now," with experts Zach Mercurio and Rahim Moosa, who''ve helped thousands of teams develop and thrive.

Join us on Thursday, August 27th, at 9:30am PT / 12:30pm ET for an exciting discussion, where you''ll learn how to:

Invest in employee wellness and professional development
Inspire employees with transparent objectives and practices designed to foster innovation
Instill a sense of meaning through feedback and recognition

...and earn SHRM credits!

There's still time left to save your spot, so head on over to our registration page today!

Want to learn more about employee engagement right now? We invite you download our Essential Guide to Employee Engagement, which covers vital information to help you understand employee engagement and apply it to your own organization.

Be well,
The Bonusly Team ??

Remote Work

20 Thoughtful, Low-Cost, Remote-Friendly Employee Rewards

An unexpected benefit of WFH amidst this pandemic?

We''ve had to get creative about employee rewards. ??

Many of the perks and rewards we're used to are centered around the office-daily snacks, team-building events and activities, and more.

So, we really had to put our brains together to think of low-cost, remote-friendly employee rewards for a COVID-19 world. This article has a bunch of ideas that have worked for us. Why not try them at your organization?

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?? Leadership comes in many forms - to help clarify, our friends at Torch wrote 10 Leadership Styles And Their Pros And Cons

The Best Questions to Ask in Your Employee Engagement Survey

The most effective way to learn is by asking good questions.

You know what they say about assumptions. ??

Employee engagement surveys are the starting point to building a great company culture, but it can be difficult to understand what you should be asking about!

In this article, we cover the survey frameworks championed by Gallup and eNPS, plus best practices for crafting your own questions. Check it out, and you''ll be on your way to a deeper understanding of your team members!

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