Remote work has become a cornerstone of the modern workplace, with over 28% of U.S. employees working remotely at least part of the time. Popular across industries like tech, marketing, and finance, remote and hybrid models offer increased flexibility, greater job satisfaction, and proven productivity—77% of remote workers say they get more done at home. Still, remote work comes with challenges such as communication gaps and feelings of isolation, making the use of digital tools like Zoom and Slack essential to keep teams connected and engaged. A good employee recognition program can turn that around, fostering connection, communication, and job satisfaction.
1. Dress for success.
Employees who look like part of a team will feel that way too. Company-branded apparel is an excellent investment, and sizing is a snap with a temporary pop-up webstore. Each team member can plug in their size and shipping address, and soon, everyone will proudly wear the company logo!
2. Make recognitions a regular thing.
Employees anticipate receiving something from their employer in December, but getting an unexpected gift in March or July is an exciting surprise! Send recognition gifts seasonally or quarterly. Make it super simple with our Peace-of-Mind Delivery Service by sending your selected recognition gifts directly to remote employees’ homes.
3. Treat them to lunch.
Ensure remote employees take advantage of the perks they would get in the office, like breakfast and lunch. With all of the food delivery services available, send remote employees a meal or a sweet selection of gift treats.
4. Send care packages.
Send gifts during times when employees need a little TLC. Send a new tumbler or mug with herbal tea, a pair of cozy socks during cold and flu season, and a stress-relieving scented candle and coffee or chocolates when deadlines loom on a big project.
5. Support professional development.
Employees who work in nontraditional environments are still interested in growth and advancement. Support remote workers' desire to learn by paying for workshops and seminars to help them grow their current job skills and develop new ones.
6. Show face.
Publish employee recognition posts on social media or on your company’s intranet site. Receiving a public shout-out makes employees feel good, and pictures or a video of the honoree make them present to the rest of the team when they don’t see each other face-to-face.
7. Equip their workspace.
Set up your remote employees with desk accessories that foster productivity and inclusion. Tech gadgets imprinted with your company logo and appreciative messages look great and remind employees they’re valued.
8. Unbox excitement!
Beautifully designed packages invite your employees to open and explore! The work is done for you when you choose a boxed gift set. And, with our Peace-of-Mind Delivery Service, boxes of coordinated gifts can be sent to your remote workers' houses.
9. Organize games and contests.
Build community, collaboration, and connection with a bit of competition. Play games during virtual meetings––costume challenges, trivia, quizzes––and surprise winners with easy-to-mail gift cards, sticky notes, pens, lanyards, and pins.
10. Celebrate special days.
Work anniversaries, birthdays, and even new hires are perfect occasions to make people feel special. Announce these milestones in meetings, send all-staff emails, and have gifts delivered.
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