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Employee Rewards and Recognition in the Workplace: Your Complete Guide
Jefferson Hansen

Practical ideas, examples, and best practices to make employee rewards and recognition a natural, everyday part of your workplace culture.

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The Importance of Employee Recognition
Bronson Dameron

Lack of recognition from management has a big impact on employee satisfaction. Click here to learn more about employee recognition and why it's important!

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5 Ways to Steer Your Team Through Economic Uncertainty
Chantale Callingham

How recognition serves as a buffer against the negative effects of economic disruption, creates a competitive advantage, and why investing in it is not just compassionate, but essential.

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Oct 8, 2026
The new manager’s 90-day recognition playbook

How can a new manager build recognition muscles?

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Oct 7, 2026
Points vs. cash incentives: How to choose the right model

What's the difference between points and cash rewards? And which is better?

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Oct 6, 2026
How to incentivize non-sales high performers

How do you create effective incentives for high performers in departments other than sales?

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Oct 2, 2026
Employee appreciation vs. recognition: What's the difference?

Employee recognition and appreciation may seem similar, but knowing the key differences between them can make them both more effective than ever!

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Oct 1, 2026
33 messaging ideas for recognizing employee anniversaries

Employee work anniversaries are a big deal—why are they important, and what can you say to show your appreciation?

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Sep 30, 2026
Is Awardco too big, complicated, or costly for small businesses?

How does Awardco fit the needs of small businesses?

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