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Tailor employee recognition to individual preferences with these personalized reward ideas, from unique experiences to wellness.
Attracting and retaining top talent requires more than just a paycheck these days. Personalized employee rewards are one of the most effective ways to show appreciation while boosting motivation and job satisfaction. When employees feel that their contributions are valued and their personal preferences are acknowledged, it creates a sense of belonging and fosters loyalty within the organization.
Unlike generic rewards, personalized employee rewards acknowledge individual preferences, achievements, and personalities. Tailoring rewards based on what motivates each team member can have a profound impact on engagement and productivity. Here are the top reasons why personalized rewards make a difference:
Implementing personalized rewards can transform workplace culture. Here are the key benefits:
When selecting personalized rewards, consider the following criteria to ensure the reward is meaningful and impactful:
To make it easier to choose the perfect reward, we’ve divided ideas into categories: Experiences, Wellness and Self-Care, Professional Development, Tangible Gifts, and Work-Life Balance Rewards.
For employees who value memories and adventures over material items, consider offering them unique experiences:
To show that you care about your employees’ health and well-being, consider offering personalized wellness rewards:
Help employees grow in their careers with rewards that support their professional development:
For those who appreciate something physical, personalized tangible gifts can make a lasting impression:
Show employees that you value their work-life balance by offering rewards that allow them to recharge and spend time with loved ones:
Here are a few practical steps to ensure you effectively gather information on your employees' preferences and budget for rewards:
Personalized employee rewards are a powerful tool for creating an engaged, motivated, and loyal workforce. They demonstrate to employees that they are valued as individuals, not just for their work output. Start small with personalized rewards for your employees, and as you gather insights into preferences, scale up the program. Invest in your organization with a recognition program that fosters a positive workplace culture and attracts and retains top talent. Schedule a demo with Assembly and we’ll help you put appreciation at the heart of your business.
Even on a budget, you can offer personalized rewards that resonate with your employees. Consider inexpensive but meaningful options like a handwritten thank-you note paired with a small gift, such as a customized notebook or planner. You can also offer flexible work hours, extra paid time off, or personalized remote work setups. Tailoring the reward to their preferences, like a favorite snack box subscription or a personalized company swag item, can make an affordable yet impactful gesture.
Personalized rewards help employees feel valued and recognized for their unique contributions, fostering a sense of belonging and loyalty to the company. When employees receive rewards that reflect their personal preferences and interests, it strengthens their connection to the workplace, improving job satisfaction. This leads to higher retention rates as employees are more likely to stay with a company that invests in their well-being and career growth through tailored rewards.
The most effective way to gather employee preferences is through regular feedback, surveys, or one-on-one discussions. You can ask about their hobbies, career goals, and preferred types of rewards. Offering anonymous surveys can also encourage employees to share their honest opinions. These insights will help you align rewards with their interests and ensure that the recognition feels personal and meaningful.
Personalized rewards contribute to a positive workplace culture by promoting inclusivity, recognition, and respect for individual preferences. When employees see that their unique efforts are acknowledged, it fosters a sense of pride and boosts morale. This approach also encourages open communication and strong relationships between management and employees, creating an environment where everyone feels valued and motivated to contribute to the company’s success.
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Yes, at Assembly, security is a top priority. Each quarter, we have ongoing security work that is everyone’s responsibility. While we maintain a strong security posture, it was important for us to prove to our customers that we do everything we claim to do. This led us to pursue a SOC 2 Type II report that would provide evidence of our compliance with industry gold-standard security practice.
There is study after study showing that employee recognition leads to increased engagement. This in return creates an environment where employees are happier and more motivated which increase productivity and reduces voluntary turnover significantly. In order to filled critical roles, companies tend to spend nearly twice the value of an annual salary. Assembly is an investment in your employees that supports your bottom line.
Yes, we will offer contracts for companies with longer-term agreements to help larger customers have more certainty around future costs.
The minimum agreement term is a 12-month subscription.
We do and for FREE! Any new customer needing further support to get started with Assembly to ensure you're set up for success can request custom onboarding support. Improving your employee experience is about much more than just using our amazing software; it’s about transforming your business to create a workplace that people love. That’s much easier to do with the personal support and advice from our passionate people experts.
Yes. We offer a completely free plan for up to 50 team members. This plan is intended for teams or organizations that are looking to get started with an employee engagement tool. Keep in mind, this plan is limited in features.
All customers can open an Assembly account for free and get started without a credit card. Then you can change plans as necessary.
At the time of redemption (when your employees exchange their points for a paid reward) you'll pay face value. If a reward is a $10 Amazon gift card, your cost will be $10. All paid rewards are billed for on a monthly basis.
The good news is that you don't have to pay for rewards upfront because we only charge you when points are redeemed, not when they're earned.
We offer discounts or educational or charitable organizations. In order to secure a discount, you'll first need to book a demo with a customer support specialist.
For all other organizations, we are willing to consider longer-term agreements in exchange for discounts. To set up annual plans or longer, you will need to book a demo with a customer support specialist.
If you're on a month to month plan, you can go here and cancel anytime. If you're having concerns or need help setting up your account for success, you can always book a demo with a customer support specialist.
If you're on a longer-term custom plan, you'll need to reach out to your customer support specialist to cancel your account or email us at support@joinassembly.com.
Great question! You can customize your core values to match your organization's to boost and track alignment. You can change your currency from the 🏆 emoji (our default) to any emoji of your choice. You can swap our logo for your own. You can also set up company culture rewards such as, "Lunch with the CEO," "Buy a book on us," and so much more!
While we recommend a peer to peer set up where anyone in your organization can give or receive recognition, you can set up Assembly however you want. If you need to limit the people who can give or receive recognition, that's perfectly fine and can be done from your Admin, here.
Assembly connects to the tools your employees use every day to offer an easy, seamless experience with minimal change management.
Assembly has integrations with HCM/HRIS systems like ADP, Google, Office 365, and Slack. We also integrate with communication tools like Slack and Teams so you and your employees can access Assembly wherever they work now.
That depends on the company's permissions set up. That said, over 90% of the employees on Assembly's platform are recognized on a monthly basis. That means nearly every employee across all of our customers are receiving regular recognition from their peers, managers, or leadership. We're extremely proud of this.
They are not required. You can use Assembly without having rewards set up. However, we don't recommend it if you intend to have a high adoption and usage rate. You can always keep the costs down by offering internal culture rewards that are fulfilled by you internally.
No, you can remove allowances from anyone or everyone. It's up to you but we do recommend using points whether they're worth a real dollar value or not. Companies that use points have a much higher engagement rate even if those points don't exchange for real dollars.
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