Celebrating employees is one of the simplest ways to improve engagement. But what does celebrating actually look like? It could be as simple as recognising hard work during team meetings or sharing achievements on your company’s social channels.
Can employees be your company’s thought leaders? Absolutely. Empower your team to share their expert knowledge publicly.
Do your employees have stories worth telling? Every person’s journey offers valuable insights that connect others emotionally to your company. Sharing these stories helps humanise your brand and fosters a sense of belonging.
Besides the featured cases, what other examples exist? Google celebrates success through peer-to-peer recognition programs. Zappos uses storytelling to reinforce its core values. Netflix promotes transparency with weekly 'ask me anything' sessions involving leadership.
Can you apply something similar? Host informal gatherings to discuss successes or failures openly. Recognise not only the big milestones but the everyday efforts. Use simple tools like shout-outs on Slack or personalised thank-you notes. The key is consistent, genuine appreciation.