Creating a Culture of Recognition: January Employee Recognition Dates
After the long holiday season, a New Year is upon us.
You don’t have to hear it from us: 2023 was a tough year for businesses and workers. So why not start 2024 with a boost of confidence and recognition in the workplace?
While every day is a day to recognize the hard work and appreciation of staff and colleagues, we listed a few upcoming workplace holidays in January that will be sure to keep employee recognition top of mind as we embark on the new year.
January:
January 3rd – International Mind-Body Wellness Day
- We know we all need a break after the holidays or even time to re-center ourselves with our health goals. Now that our workforce is more focused on mental health than ever before, remind your employees to take time for themselves when they can.
- CardSnacks Suggestions: Check out some of our cars that promote mental wellness and encouragement. Today Will Be Awesome, Sending Sunshine, Be Strong, Hang In There
January 11th – International Thank You Day
- We often find ourselves forgetting to say ‘Thank you’ to those who are around us. Today serves as a perfect day to extend a ‘Thank you’ to all of your team members. Hey, you might even want to send them a ‘Thank you’ card from CardSnacks ;)
- CardSnacks Suggestions: We have a complete collection of Thank You cards to choose from
January 15th - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Often referred to as MLK Day, most offices are closed to recognize the great strides Martin Luther King Jr. made in racial equality. Don’t forget to promote and raise awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion within your workplace community, too.
- CardSnacks Suggestions: We have a great collection of Martin Luther King Jr. cards to celebrate this important holiday.
January 17th – Customer Service Day
- We know customer service is top of mind for your business. Today is a great day to recognize your customer service team for their dedication to ensuring your customers are happy and feeling heard on a daily basis.
- CardSnacks Suggestions: Choose from extensive collection of Employee Appreciation cards
January 20th – National Coffee Break Day
- Feeling like your team is running on empty? On National Coffee Break Day, send a CardSnacks and include a Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks gift card to your friends, family, or coworkers. We could all use a little pick-me-up to get us through the rest of the workday!
- CardSnacks Suggestions: We have lots of fun coffee-themed cards. Here are a couple of our favorites: On The House, Ticket to Coffee Land.
January 22 – Better Business Communication Day
- Celebrate Better Business Communication Day with your employees to promote communication across teams, internally and externally. Now with a large portion of the workforce working remotely, it is crucial to ensure all teams are being heard and communicated with on a daily basis in order to get tasks done.
- CardSnacks Suggestions: Choose from Reminders, Encouragement, Congratulations and Employee Appreciation cards
With so many different ways to recognize your employees, it can be challenging to decide what kind of recognition program to implement. Remember, an employee recognition program is not a one-size fits all approach - oftentimes it’s not about the gifts or special treats, but the message that comes with it. Fostering connection in the workplace is crucial for the success of your company and your culture.
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