Inspirus Blog

By Aspen Christopher
Most people would agree that constructive feedback is important for fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and building engagement, commitment, and continued contributions from employees. But what many people may not know is that feedback from director supervisors or managers isn’t the only kind of feedback that matters.

By Aspen Christopher
Having a strong employee feedback culture can be one of the most impactful catalysts for change in an organization. Whether meaningful praise or thoughtful suggestions, feedback fuels progress, and continuous improvement.

By Paul Ferguson
Every day, you do things that help the people around you. What you do day in and day out for your colleagues, your company and your clients makes a difference. The same is true for each and every one of your employees. Even the most self-motivated of us need to feel acknowledged and appreciated. It’s human nature. What does that mean in the workplace, though? What is employee recognition?

By Lesa Blakey
Discover how peer recognition benefits organizations and employees alike. Learn how to successfully implement peer recognition for a happier workplace.

By Aspen Christopher
Appreciation matters to employees. They value positive feedback on the contributions they make to their department—and the company overall. Unfortunately, in the fast-paced bustle of today’s business world, supervisors and managers fail to recognize employees as often as they should, leading to discontent, disengagement, and turnover.

By Aspen Christopher
There are a wide range of ways that employees might recognize each other and their efforts. These can take a variety of forms and focus on both work (e.g., appreciation for collaborative team efforts) and personal (e.g., recognizing anniversaries, birthdays, and other life moments) recognition events.

By Mark Garza
Alongside these topics, organizational culture is appearing more frequently in news headlines. Amid today’s economic uncertainty, some organizational leaders may be wondering, “Why is organizational culture important?”

By Aspen Christopher
Changing organizational culture is high on the priority list for leaders across multiple industries as they strive to compete in an increasingly competitive global environment. Being nimble and shifting strategies quickly is what helps them get and keep top talent. By elevating organizational culture, you can do just that!

By Kelley Briggs
Companies with strong, thriving cultures unequivocally do better. Employees are more engaged.

By Kelley Briggs
Many workplaces look vastly different than they did just a few years ago. Gone are the days of detached cubicles for companies that are instead embracing more flexible arrangements and remote work. Strictly hierarchical power structures are retreating in favor of a more team-centered, collaborative approach.

By Edgar Vargas
Creating an outstanding company culture that both promotes a healthy work environment and fuels business growth is no easy task. That’s where working with employee engagement experts can help bridge knowledge gaps and execute strategies with tangible impact. The working world looks very different. Not only are organizations needing to find new, fresh ways to motivate and support employees in order to remain competitive, but they must also deal with the challenges of dispersed workforces.

Savvy business leaders know that engaged employees are productive employees — and that productive employees help to drive business results and desired business outcomes. Unfortunately, engagement isn’t something that’s easy to achieve, or maintain. It’s something that companies of all types and sizes tend to struggle with.

By Aspen Christopher
Employee engagement is a hot topic in most business circles and has been for quite some time — for a very good reason. Engagement matters for business growth. When employees are engaged with the work they do and the organizations they do it for, they’re more productive, less prone to absenteeism and turnover, and more loyal.

By Kelley Briggs
These are moments that matter. Those feelings of recognition, community, and achievement are what a thoughtful, comprehensive employee engagement strategy can deliver. Personalized Celebration Program and personalized celebration program is an important way to recognize and show appreciation for employees at an individual level. It goes beyond a one-size-fits-all approach to mark the moments for each employee, creating a more meaningful, impactful experience.

Rewards and recognition programs are a great way to motivate and engage employees. They can help boost morale, increase productivity, and improve overall job satisfaction. However, setting a budget for these programs can be challenging. Here are some tips to help you set a budget for a rewards and recognition program so that you can create a thriving culture that satisfies your employees and suits your bottom line.