Elevate your workplace culture with exclusive insights and actionable tips from the nation’s leading employer recognition program.
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In the pursuit of brand recognition, organizations turn to employer recognition awards for credible third-party validation. Beyond being shiny plaques, these awards signify legitimacy and industry leadership.
Employee recognition boosts morale and motivation and it consistently ranks as a driver of employee engagement. Top Workplaces excel at appreciation and they incorporate it into their cultures. They know more is always better, and consistency is key. Here we discuss the importance and benefits of employee recognition programs. Read on to learn practical ideas, what to watch for, and how to get started.
Meaningful appreciation differs from one individual to the next. The trick is to know what matters most to employees, understand how they want to be recognized, and be consistent with your efforts. Done right, you will build a culture of appreciation that makes people feel valued and connected. Here are nine employee recognition ideas and best practices from Top Workplaces.
Want to improve motivation, job satisfaction, morale, and employee retention? Research shows that giving and receiving appreciation helps employees feel good. They strive for better performance too. After all, “Thanks goes a long way.” One of the qualities of a great workplace, the nation’s Top Workplaces understand the value of employee recognition programs. They’re also intentional about building people-first cultures rich in appreciation.
Top Workplaces are filled with engaged employees who bring their best to work each day. Employee engagement is the outcome of a healthy workplace culture, and it’s vital to employee retention, motivation, referrals, and more. But what employee engagement looks like isn’t always easy to spot. Let’s explore the most common behavior and signs of engaged employees.
Burnout at work is a real problem, and it has intensified during the long stretch of the pandemic. In survey responses gathered by Energage from thousands of employees over recent months, 39 percent said they often felt overwhelmed at work. Even more worrisome, only 64 percent said they felt their company cared about burnout.
The nonprofit industry offers a wide range of meaningful careers. Finding an organization that aligns with your interests and passions can be challenging, but starting with award-winning Top Workplaces is a great place to start. Here we highlight ten nonprofits that have earned recognition for a people-centered culture.
Energage, the company behind Top Workplaces, was a founding member of the B Corp network. The B Corp community is focusing the 2022 Earth Day on climate justice, recognizing that people least responsible for climate change are more likely to suffer from it- now and in the future. Read the blog and download the infographic for ideas on how workplaces and employees can help the earth.
The best healthcare companies know what matters most to their employees. As a result, these organizations experience high employee engagement, satisfaction, and happiness. Top Workplaces in the healthcare industry provide employees with a safe and rewarding culture that supports employee well-being. Here we highlight ten Top Workplaces that have earned an industry award.
Top Workplaces celebrates companies achieving culture excellence. Here are ten firms that earned the Top Workplaces in Finance award who represent some of the best finance companies to work for in the U.S. Despite the challenging work environment, this award represents the hard work and dedication of companies that believe in the importance of people-first cultures.
From risk management and contingency plans to workforce safety and attracting new talent, the pandemic caused many problems for the manufacturing industry. But some manufacturing firms have weathered the storm better than others. Here we highlight five award-winning Top Workplaces that have proven prioritizing a people-first culture has its benefits.
The world of work has changed, from where people work and the hours they work to how they interact with coworkers and balance life challenges. Today, companies need to be courageous enough to say that what worked in the past does not work anymore. To be successful, they need to think creatively and ask their employees what would make your hybrid experience great.
A bad company culture breeds a toxic environment that leaves employees feeling drained, unmotivated, and unfulfilled. But sometimes, these factors are not immediately visible because they occur beneath the surface. To find a job you love, look for the qualities of a great workplace. This red flag list will help you avoid falling into a bad work situation.
The COVID pandemic prompted people to give more of themselves to their work in the spring of 2020, but 2021 was the year workers decided to focus more on what they wanted or needed for themselves. That’s evident in the employee engagement survey responses analyzed by Energage. Here’s what data collected from more than 2 million workers revealed.
Employees who feel valued because they are heard and appreciated by their employer bring their best to work each day. Supportive and enriching work environments lead to employee engagement, which leads to higher performance. The first step of a successful strategy is to measure engagement. Here’s how to do that quickly and accurately so you can focus on improvement.
Employee Appreciation Day is Friday, March 4. It celebrates the feel-good connection between workers and the workplace. Yet, workplace appreciation shouldn’t be a single date on a calendar. Award-winning workplaces practice it year-round. And while there isn’t a single best way to show appreciation, we see common themes in the feedback we’ve studied from dozens of highly-rated workplaces.
Internal communication is the lifeblood of a company. It ensures everyone is connected and headed in the same direction, driving toward the same goals. When it’s effective, communication can also improve employee engagement. Energage recently published the Top Workplaces culture excellence award for communication. Here we highlight ten of the award-winning companies.
The current environment undeniably favors job seekers. Companies are responding to improve the candidate experience and emphasize that perks such as flexible schedules are emerging. And while this might be great news for people looking for new opportunities, there is work that still needs to be done. Here are some helpful tips and best practices that will make it easy to find a job you love.
Companies with the best training and development programs invest in their employees, and that’s a good indication of a leadership team that prioritizes a people-first culture. It can also lead to better employee retention and employee engagement. Here we highlight ten award-winning companies with the best training programs.
Employees are hunting for new opportunities that meet their growing list of needs, and that’s putting pressure on companies to prioritize workplace culture. The nation’s Top Workplaces already do this, and job seekers consider them great places to work. Here we highlight ten award-winning companies that have proven their commitment to a people-first culture.
Employees who enjoy what they do experience a number of benefits including less stress and lower anxiety. They’re also happier, more productive, and motivated. But what’s the best way to find a job you love? This guide gives job seekers 12 helpful tips for uncovering what matters most in a career and best practices for going after it.
Spring 2024 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards are live!