Top 5 tips for making milestones memorable

1. Acknowledge new recruits

The average employee turnover is 4.8 years, only 2.6 years for millennials, yet only 23% of companies recognise and reward employees for 1-3 years’ service. Research shows that early recognition significantly impacts on an employee’s discretionary effort and likelihood to remain in the business. Structure your Service Anniversary programme to acknowledge the impact of newer recruits.

2. Use a range of recognition

Employees who receive multiple types of recognition are happier, more engaged, and performing at a higher intensity. Ensure your Service Anniversary stratergy is part of a wider programme that creates a culture of regular appreciation.

3. Encourage contributions

Employees say peer and superior contributions towards recognition are highly valued. Elevate the impact of your Service Anniversary programme approach by encouraging contributions from across the business.

Employees are 51% more likely to feel isolated at work when they don’t feel a sense of teamwork.

4. Create a sense of teamwork

Employees are 51% more likely to feel isolated at work when they don’t feel a sense of teamwork. Awards with personalised celebratory messages from colleagues promote a sense of belonging, increase effort and desire to stay, and feeling of being recognised.

5. Include rewards

Service Anniversary programmes that include a reward element increase the inspirational and motivational impact. Whether with tangible or experiential rewards, raise the bar by ensuring your reward offering provides choice for all demographics.

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