It may seem that there’s a danger of lost productivity during the holiday season, but rather than brooding over a half empty glass, management should capitalize on employees’ cheer. As we’ve previously written , the experience employees have at work significantly impacts your bottom line. MORE

Here’s one way to do that – appreciate them. It’s so simple, yet so effective, and very on topic considering today is National Employee Appreciation Day! People are more willing to work diligently for an employer that shows appreciation for what they do. MORE

In some corporate environments, employee retention can be little more than an afterthought. According to Statista , 64% of employees in North America report that they feel high levels of stress, with 34% citing workload as the number-one source. It can also boost employee engagement. MORE

But lesser known is the close cousin of these love languages: The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace. Gary Chapman and Paul White found is that just as people express love differently, they offer and receive appreciation in different ways. Meaning you might be offering your employees recognition through shout-outs or gifts—yet they don’t recognize those efforts as appreciation. Understand how your employees feel appreciated. MORE

Promoting a consistent culture of recognition is an essential component to employee engagement, but who says you can’t step up your appreciation game every once in a while? In the world of employee recognition, Employee Appreciation Day is the be-all and end-all of celebrations. MORE

9 Must-Read Performance Reviews and Employee Engagement Statistics. Start the Conversation: A Flowchart for Employee Reviews. In most organizations, it’s a critical part of performance management, and yet, more than half of employees say they have no impact on how they perform at work. MORE

Supporting employee well-being, happiness and mental health is a growing responsibility for all of business management: not just for the individual. Mental health and employee well-being are year-round considerations. Show appreciation. MORE

The importance of employee recognition is often overlooked – are you aware of the impact? Employee recognition is essential for motivating, retaining and fully engaging our employees. What employee recognition is – and what it isn’t. MORE