RecogNation

02/07/2025

Black History Month is a time to reflect on the invaluable contributions of Black professionals in shaping industries, businesses, and communities. Did you know that companies with diverse leadership teams are 36% more likely to outperform their peers? This shows that celebrating diversity isn’t just about recognition—it’s about creating stronger, more innovative workplaces.

How does your organization celebrate and support Black employees? Share your strategies for fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace.

02/04/2025

In manufacturing, success starts with people. Recognition technology bridges the gap between hard work and heartfelt appreciation, helping teams feel valued, motivated, and connected.

Boost productivity by rewarding excellence in the moment; foster trust by strengthening team collaboration and connections; prioritize safety by highlighting practices that protect and empower.

The result? A culture where employees thrive, innovation flourishes, and company goals align seamlessly with team efforts.

Read more in our latest blog post:

https://recognation.com/the-power-of-recogition-technology-in-manufacturing/

01/31/2025

According to HR Brew, recent trends in the labor market show a slowdown in hiring and a surprising increase in job openings, indicating that employers and employees may face new challenges in 2025. With a decrease in quits, it's tempting to think retention is improving, but real employee satisfaction takes more than just reduced turnover.

As the labor market continues to shift, it's more important than ever to invest in strategies that ensure your workforce stays engaged and aligned with your business goals. Let us show you how meaningful recognition can drive retention and performance in this evolving environment.

Read more about these developments and what they mean for employers and employees alike.
https://www.hr-brew.com/stories/2025/01/07/hiring-quits-slow-november-2025-changes

01/30/2025

QUICK REMINDER: Tomorrow, January 31st, is National Fun at Work Day! A workplace that prioritizes fun fosters stronger connections, higher engagement, and a culture where people want to stay and grow. We have some fun activities in store for all our team members. What are some ways you're going to celebrate?

01/29/2025

The Lunar New Year is a time to reflect, reconnect, and renew our commitment to personal and professional growth.

In the workplace, it’s a reminder of the importance of collaboration and the collective strength that drives success. As families gather to celebrate tradition, we can come together as a team to set bold goals, embrace new opportunities, and create a culture where everyone thrives.

Let’s take this moment to celebrate the year ahead—one filled with shared victories, meaningful recognition, and the endless possibilities that arise when people feel valued and inspired.

01/24/2025

An often-overlooked way to improve your mental health is to clean and organize the spaces you live and work in–this includes your digital space as well.

Recognize the importance of decluttering to thrive in your work environment in our newest blog!

https://recognation.com/declutter-to-thrive-organizing-workspaces/

01/20/2025

As we reflect on the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr., it’s important to remember that as HR and people leaders, our most persistent and urgent question is, “What are we doing for others?” Selflessness and empathy were at the center of MLK’s message and have never been more important than in the modern workplace.

So the challenge for you today, and every day, is to ask yourself what you are doing to improve the lives, experiences and success of others in your workplace!

01/10/2025

How do financial services companies create stability in an ever-changing landscape?

Amid rising economic pressures, recognition technology is a powerful, often-overlooked tool that making waves in the industry. Discover how this approach can transform your workforce, drive engagement, and strengthen your organization’s future in our latest blog.



https://recognation.com/employee-recognition-in-financial-services/

01/09/2025

The benefits of a culture of meaningful feedback are numerous. Fostering a work environment where feedback is fast and frequent can result in real, tangible business impact.

What changes are you making in 2025 to provide more meaningful feedback?

01/22/2024

More leaders are focused on belonging as of 2024. Part of fostering belonging is helping employees bring their full selves to work!

In Great Place To Work’s article, Reggie Willis from Ally Financial talks about the importance of consistency, organizational support, and measuring success.

Improve Psychological Safety, Ally Financial

01/16/2024

James Lawrence, co-founder of Happy, joins Neely Adkins to discuss his mission to build interpersonal communication between employees.

In their conversation, James explains how technology and AI can merge the gap and connect a team of remote and in-person workers.

Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-recognation-an-employee-engagement-podcast/id1612813417?i=1000641794527

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/episode/67C0W1b7zVialqneboLmDe?si=c0a31f4477894aed

01/15/2024

MLK Day celebrates one of the most courageous and influential leaders in history. In addition to honoring him, we can learn from his legacy as a leader.

Click below for leadership lessons from Dr. King that are applicable to leaders at any level!

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is one of the most influential leaders in history, and we have many leadership lessons to learn from him.

01/12/2024

Start the year off right by getting into new recognition habits this month!

01/11/2024

The human need to feel valued is innate and can be traced back millions of years. Feeling valued helps us feel connected, confident, and cared about!

People leaders have a big part to play here. You, as a people leader, have the ability to help your team members feel important and respected at work. Start by:
--Genuinely getting to know your people
--Making a habit out of developmental conversations
--Verbalizing their value (and also showing it)
--Giving generously

If you want to lead a team of engaged, productive, and inspired people — people who do great work and stick around — then you need to show them that they’re valued. When we feel valued, whether it be in a relationship with a partner, friend, or parent, we feel connected, confident, and cared a...

01/04/2024

What kind of leader do you want to be in 2024?

Think about specific qualities you want to embody. Then internalize those qualities. Work on developing them slowly over time and one day you’ll become the leader you want to be!

01/02/2024

2024 is here! Can you believe it? As your organization enters a new year, we’d like to offer some key resources on building a comprehensive employee engagement strategy to help you start the year strong.

The key to a comprehensive employee engagement strategy is to focus on four key pillars: Connection, Communication, Appreciation, and Voice.

12/21/2023

'Tis the season to give the gift of gratitude to those around you! 🎁

Our challenge for you this holiday season is to think about the people you are thankful for in both your personal and professional life. Then write them a handwritten note, shoot them a text message, type up a quick email, send a carrier pigeon...whatever you have to do, tell them how much you appreciate them!

12/18/2023

The holidays can be the most wonderful time of the year, but they can also be the most stressful. If you’re an HR or people leader, give the gift of less stress to employees!

Keep reading to learn some ways to help alleviate the holiday stress for your people.

The holidays can be the most wonderful time of the year, but they're also stressful. If you’re a people leader, give the gift of less stress!