Looking to Start an Incentive Program for Your Company in 2019?
If you’re looking to start an incentive program for your company in 2019, then congratulations! You’re barking up the right tree. Incentive programs have been adopted by most US companies (80% of them) because they work. But how to structure and develop one that works for your company? That’s the trick. Let’s look at why […]
November 5, 2018
Tips to Prevent the Pitfalls of Stressed Out Employees
Stress. It’s a modern malady which can have serious personal, professional and social consequences. It can sneak up on people, affecting their ability to perform their duties effectively and damaging professional and personal relationships. It’s worth every company’s time to proactively address stress as a component of policy and employee care. With a plan in […]
October 24, 2018
Employee Onboarding Steps for a Higher Retention Rate
This job market is firmly in the control of employees. And that’s led to a rather disconcerting trend in retention. Of employees surveyed, 30% said they’d have no problem walking out on a job in the first 3 months if they weren’t happy. That statistic corresponds with another, whereby companies report that 34% of their […]
October 19, 2018
What Most Companies Get Wrong About Employee Recognition Programs
Employee recognition programs don’t take care of themselves. While your company may have a program in place, you may well be flying by the seat of your pants, in terms of rewards and how they’re awarded. A truly effective employee recognition program encompasses the entirety of the organization, providing employees with clear benchmarks for performance […]
October 10, 2018
Reasons Why Companies Should use Non-Cash Rewards for Bonuses
In the wake of the tax cut legislation introduced by the current administration, some companies have rushed to provide one-time cash bonuses to employees. And those bonuses have been a long time coming. Many people are working longer hours than ever, in a market which has seen wages stagnate. And while people may argue that […]
October 5, 2018
How to Get Your Sales Team Behind a Travel Incentive Initiative
Sales people are a breed apart. On the vast savannah of commerce, they are the alpha predators. With a smile, these purpose-built true believers live for the sale. But getting them on board with a travel incentive initiative is not as easy as it sounds. A strategic approach combined with a knowledge of your target […]
September 24, 2018
Incentive Plans: What They Are and How to Use Them
The traditional way of thinking about incentives trends toward variable-compensation. Perks like bonuses, raises and other performance-based monetary incentives have been employed for the sake of retention and motivation for many years. Traditional thinking notwithstanding, none of these things are incentive plans. Some may believe they are, but they’re not. Incentives are a horse of […]
September 18, 2018
Stellar Experiential Giveaway Ideas
There’s no more potent way to cement customer loyalty than with a memorable gift and nothing is more memorable than an experience. Today’s travel market is increasingly influenced by the desire of most people to enjoy an experience they’ve dreamed of having. It’s not hard to figure out. If you scratch your customers in the […]
September 10, 2018
How to Run a Brilliant Travel Contest
A sure-fire way to turn consumer heads is by offering a travel contest. It doesn’t matter what the prize is, the idea of winning an opportunity to go somewhere fun, interesting, relaxing or downright thrilling is an effective tool for enhancing customer engagement and loyalty. But a travel contest’s effectiveness is largely dependent on your […]
September 5, 2018
