Employee rewards: why bonus culture can be corrosive

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In almost all job roles, financial bonus schemes are used to incentivise and motivate employees. Whether it is the large bonus packages given to CEOs every year for strong company performances, bonuses given to sales people for obtaining new leads, or financial bonuses given to office workers who hit all their KPIs in a year […]

How employee recognition can support wellbeing

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Online tools provide employees more opportunities than ever before to recognise the efforts of their peers, which in turn can have a positive effect on morale. Everywhere we go, processes are becoming automated and we are therefore more reliant on technology than we have ever been. The world of HR and employee engagement is no […]

Employee benefits: why annual leave is an untapped rewards opportunity

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Annual leave is seen as a ‘given’, and yet increasing numbers of employees are not making the best use of it. By taking a fresh look at standard leave, employers can help turn it into a benefit that will inspire and motivate employees.  Recently Ernst & Young Australia announced it was offering its employees six […]

Reward and recognition: the changing expectations of employees

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If your company’s reward and recognition programme is somewhat outdated and lacklustre, then it’s probably time for a refresh. A shift in approach goes beyond boosting engagement levels, playing a key role in enhancing the wider employee experience. Recognition. It regularly crops up on lists featuring tips on how to keep your employees happy. Entrepreneur.com suggests it […]