Fostering a positive company culture is no small feat, especially in the face of challenges like the shift to remote and hybrid work setups.
Employee happiness and satisfaction plays a pivotal role in the success of any organization. A genuinely positive company culture not only attracts and retains top talent but also brings out the best performance in people, making the workplace a truly enjoyable environment.
While factors like compensation, benefits, and flexibility impact employee satisfaction, the significance of a thoughtful employee gifting strategy should not be overlooked. According to a 2022 Harris Poll, 71% of Americans feel a stronger connection to their employer or manager when they receive quality, considerate gifts.
However, it's not just about occasional gifts; a comprehensive strategy is key to making a lasting impact. Here are our tips for leveraging employee gifting to enhance engagement and strengthen our unique company culture:
1. Reflect on Your Values: Take a deep dive into our engagement strategy, examining where gifting can complement our efforts. Consider your existing offerings, keeping in mind that while incentives are tied to performance, gifts are expressions of appreciation. Let's align your gifting strategy with your core values, ensuring it reflects your commitment, such as eco-consciousness.
2. Define Gifting Goals and Budget: Identify the milestones and life events—both personal and professional—that you want to celebrate or support. From onboarding to retirement, and everything in between, let's ensure we budget accordingly, maintain gifting parity, and adhere to company and legal guidelines.
3. Thoughtful Gift Selection: Choose gifts with a purpose, showcasing your genuine intent to value your employees. Let's view employee gifting as a part of long-term relationship-building, reaping the psychological benefits of appreciation, care, and connection.
4. Personalization Matters: Avoid excessive branding, making the gesture feel more personal than promotional. Tailor gifts based on what we know about our employees, ensuring high quality and being mindful of dietary restrictions and preferences.
5. Include a Personal Message: A note from a leader in your organization adds a personal touch, showing that we truly know and appreciate each individual.
6. Consider Presentation and Delivery: The way a gift is presented matters. Let's go beyond a standard delivery and opt for customized gift boxes with branded packaging, delivered to homes or office with a note from the company. It's about making the gesture memorable.
At PlumTree, we offer unique gifts to support, celebrate, and engage your team throughout the year. If you're ready to map out a gifting strategy that aligns seamlessly with your employee benefits and engagement initiatives, let us know.
Answer a few questions, and we'll present you with an initial plan tailored to our unique company culture. Let's make every gift count!