Madison is a global leader in employee recognition and incentives, pioneering digital programs since 1995. As an employee-owned company, we deliver recognition, events, and incentive travel solutions that strengthen culture and drive results.
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In some instances, an olive branch might work better. In light of breaking stories filling up our news feeds, the harried story of the Twitter workforce told before the world’s eyes has us captivated, regardless of which side of the fence you sit. As an organization rooted in employee engagement…
After months of unsustainable workloads, chronic stress from the pandemic and uncertainty, and mass layoffs, employees have had enough. They are tired of being unpaid with no appreciation and increased employer expectations . Answering emails on holidays, taking on additional responsibilities with no pay raise, and forced return-to-office policies…
After planning for a great return to travel following an unprecedented two-year hiatus, in December 2021, Omicron reared its head. By that time, though, even with some travel restrictions still in place, companies were beginning to gather for in-person events. The first event managed by Madison Travel’s Erin Pennington, a…
Gen Z is using what they know best – technology – and spreading the phenomena of Quiet Quitting all across the world through platforms such as TikTok and Twitter. Example posts range from glamorizing to achieve the bare minimum at work and setting overtime boundaries. And the trend is picking…
A plaque on the office wall may be outdated in an increasingly remote work-world. Rarely do we see 10-year and 15-year work anniversaries, given a recent average tenure of current employers at only 4.1 years in 2020. Particularly with remote work increasing, celebrations can be confusing and challenging. How do…
Salary aside, here are 4 expectations that top the list of what employees want at work. To reaffirm the value of their teams, and to attract new members, one of the most important things an organization can do is listen . One study suggests that 4 out of 5 employees…
In a tight talent market, a robust recognition program can deliver tangible benefits to mid-market companies. The COVID-19 pandemic has driven massive shifts in the workplace and accelerated new ways of working. Today’s mid-market companies are coping with a slew of challenges, from retaining employees in “The Great Resignation” to…
Differentiate your employer brand to attract and keep an engaged workforce Consistency in message – and actions – is key Be authentic – you have to engage in your own program to make it contagious Celebrate your employee’s life events – nice touch. A surprise gift card in the mail…
Reward and Recognize to Retain Proactively retain your workforce and stop the Great Resignation in its tracks for 2022. We can’t afford to be reactive when it comes to keeping our workforce intact. It costs too much. Our New Year Resolutions for 2022 have to be laser-focused on people. Headline…
Do your research and ensure you are spending on what will be meaningful to employees. As a mid-enterprise company, you can affordably budget for a robust R&R program. Spend smartly and efficiently in a way that the program could pay for itself in savings on retaining your workforce. Did you…
