Show Employee Appreciation in Three Inexpensive Ways

Everyone likes to be appreciated and often ranksIf this is not possible due to limitations of space or
high in employee surveys. Many people report thatbudget you may be able to do the next best thing.
their pay isn't the most influential reason for stayingThis is to negotiate a discount to a local gym on
at their job. More important than pay, is themembership fees. This can be carried a step further
management's ability to express the value thatand provide a discount for massages, nutritionists or
employees bring to the company and take actions toother health related facilities.
make them feel appreciated.With healthier employees your company may even
One advantage or perk that can go a long way inqualify for an additional discount on the group health
showing your employees they are a valued memberinsurance premiums if you can show a majority are
of your team is through employee discount programs.able to exercise on a regular basis. This is a situation
These programs don't have to cost a lot of moneywhere everyone may benefit.
and can go a long way in making your employeesDiscounts On Entertainment Attractions
feel appreciated. A few of the more commonEveryone likes to have fun and if you can do it with
programs available are discounts on health services,discount it's even better! You may be able to
travel or discounts on entertainment to places suchnegotiate a discount with some popular attractions
as Florida, Las Vegas or New Jersey attractions.like Cypress Gardens in Florida or New Jersey
Travel Discountsattractions along the shore. Once the deal has been
Many larger companies have a travel agency onmade it may be as simple as letting your employees
retainer to book corporate travel for management. Ifmake their reservations online or you may be able to
this is the case you may want to consider openingpurchase a block of tickets to be resold to them. A
up this service for your employees. Travel agenciesgreat way to show appreciation is to organize an
will often receive limited or special discounts thatemployee appreciation day for your group. Many
could be offered to your employees, like New Jerseyentertainment companies will offer this kind of
attractions, that otherwise would go unused. This isservice and discount regardless if it's a New Jersey
an option that may not cost your company anythingattraction near the shore or larger theme park in
at all. The travel agency would be receptive to theFlorida. This type of activity can bring your
potential increase in business and ultimately may giveemployees closer and work towards a more
your company a savings on required travel expenses.harmonious workplace. It's always nice to get away
Discounts On Health And Wellness Programsfrom the office and enjoy your co-workers in a
Here is a situation where your company can greatlyrelaxed atmosphere.
benefit by enabling employees to become and remainProviding discounts on travel, health services, or
healthy. Healthy employees are happier and will missoffering discount fun at New Jersey attractions,
fewer days as a result of illness. Some companies willFlorida theme parks or other entertainment venues
provide space for an onsite exercise gym or even goare all inexpensive ways to show your employees
so far as to provide a private workout instructor forthat you care about them and they are appreciated.
their employees to utilize.