Giving gifts for employees is an easy and cost-effective way to recognize employee performance and generally boost workplace morale. And gifts don’t have to be expensive; it really is the thought that counts. Most employees genuinely like to feel their efforts are appreciated and gifts can be given year round, not just at Christmas. If you’re stuck for ideas, gift certificates are an ideal solution, allowing employees to use them for something they really want. You can’t go wrong with certificates to a good local restaurant; other options sure to be appreciated are tickets to sporting events or a nearby theme park. And if you really can’t decide what to give your employees, work-related rewards or incentives nearly always work, such as an extra day’s vacation, a paid day off, the ability to change shift or take a weekend day off.
