4 tips for providing meaningful employee rewards and recognition
Employee engagement is at an all-time low—only 31% of U.S. employees felt engaged in 2024, the lowest in a decade. That’s a serious problem, because disengaged employees are more likely to feel disconnected, unmotivated and even look for other jobs. The good news? A strong rewards and recognition program can turn things around, fostering motivation, loyalty and a culture of appreciation.
But not all recognition programs are effective. Simply handing out cash or generic shout-outs won’t cut it. Meaningful recognition needs to be personal, visible and consistent. It’s about celebrating both effort and achievements, making recognition a shared experience across teams, and even introducing elements of gamification to keep employees engaged. When done right, recognition reinforces company values and strengthens workplace culture.
In our latest blog, we share four key strategies to ensure your employee recognition initiatives actually resonate—including why cash rewards aren’t enough, how to gamify recognition, and the power of peer-to-peer appreciation. Read the full article to learn how you can build a culture of appreciation that keeps employees motivated and engaged.