Director of Human Resources, SafeStreets USA , graciously took time after the event to answer the audience questions we didn’t have time to address. That aside, you will be remembered as someone committed to solutions the next time they need ideas. MORE

These areas include employment and selection, training for better skills and development, transparency, benefits for employees, employee incentives, compensation and evaluations, and terminations. Performance-based bonuses. MORE

Over a year later, I still wear mine and smile about the early days every time I put it on. Provide an incentive for them to hold a master class -- you could fund it through the rewards program. Are there any events coming to town that you know your team would be excited to attend? MORE

HR departments, which are challenged to recruit and retain the best people, are the prime movers for implementing a recognition culture that motivates and rewards employees them with essential psychological rewards that extend far beyond material incentives. The best strategy is to back-up verbal praise by publicising employee accomplishments across multiple forums such as company newsletters, team meetings, company whiteboards and other media. MORE

The number one response was, “they accomplish the intended goal most of the time” (46.9%). Survey takers were asked over what period of time they maintain a system for predicting staffing and talent requirements. Career Planning Meetings. Time management. MORE

You can meet those four qualifications in many different ways. SHRM noted that five-year increments are common lengths of time for such rewards. They are being rewarded for achieving benchmarks of success during that time. MORE

New employees should understand the rules but also have flexible options for determining things like lunch plans, preferred office materials, what’s acceptable for personalisation of work spaces and any outside activities to which they’re welcome to attend. Creating an open environment, holding team meetings, seeking feedback from employees and demonstrating transparency go a long way toward engaging workers and creating a great employee experience. MORE