Today, I’m excited to introduce you to a new blog and an exciting collection of blogs all related to people management and human resources! 

First, we have partnered with Jennifer V. Miller, a leadership coach and trainer in our own backyard, to provide her blog readers with information and tips on employee recognition. We’ve created a three part series for Jennifer, and today the first post, “Employee Recognition: Why the Lighter Side of Business has Serious Results,” was released. Visit The People Equation Blog to read the entire post, and stay tuned for the next two posts! 

At Baudville, we believe every member of our team contributes to our customers’ positive experience with the company. Whether it’s in Customer Service, Distribution, Purchasing, Marketing, or any other department, we all strive to perform for our customers every day. 

So when Customer Service Week rolls around, the entire company joins in the festivities! (This year Customer Service Week is October 3-7!) A team of employees, our Spirit Team, plans a week of activities to celebrate our dedication to excellent customer service. Everyone partakes in games, themed dress up days, and a team lunch. Employees are typically treated to a gift, too, and our Twist Top Tumblers have become a staff favorite! 

As you move into fall and celebrate the return of your starry-eyed vacationers, what better time to start a day-to-day recognition program? Your team is refreshed, your office is fully staffed, and you’re rarin’ to go for the rest of the year!
 
Enter the new Thanks Cheers Kit: simple to use, right at your fingertips, and incredibly easy on your time and your budget. With simple messages of appreciation that work for many different occasions, you won’t be short on ways to show your gratitude.
 
The best part is that Cheers Notes can be used by everyone on your team. Keep the kit on your desk or in a central location so that when a moment arises anyone has the opportunity to say thanks.
 
Let this new Cheers Kit work for you, then sit back and watch the magic happen! Find it here and all of our Cheers Kits here.
 
Cheers!

August is here which means kids will be heading back to school very shortly! Start the year off right by welcoming back teachers, students, and staff with a small gift and welcome celebration. We’ve compiled our top ten choices for back to school gifts to make your planning easier! 

Thanks for joining me today for our Recognition TV, our 15 minute video webinar! Today I shared tips and ideas to give your recognition program a boost. How do you know when your program is in need of a boost?