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March 1 marks the beginning of Employee Spirit Month – a whole month dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the hard work and dedication of employees everywhere. This holiday was first established in 1985 by Mike Kerr, an employee recognition consultant, who believed that happy and motivated employees lead to a more successful business. Throughout this month, companies are encouraged to show their appreciation for their employees through various activities and gestures. So let's kick off this month with positivity and boost our employee spirits!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1985</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of the Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>Employee Spirit Month is established by Mike Kerr, aiming to boost employee morale and resultant business success.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increasing Adoption</div><div class='timeline-text'>Throughout the 1990s, awareness and celebration of Employee Spirit Month spreads among companies worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition in the Media</div><div class='timeline-text'>Media outlets such as Forbes start covering Employee Spirit Month, helping to amplify its message.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Impact Studies Published</div><div class='timeline-text'>Researchers begin publishing studies on the positive impact of employee recognition programs, validating the importance of Employee Spirit Month.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the onset of COVID-19, companies turn to virtual means to celebrate Employee Spirit Month, demonstrating adaptability and innovation.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a team building activity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Plan a fun and engaging team building activity to boost morale and encourage teamwork among employees. This could be anything from an escape room challenge to a cooking class.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a company-wide contest</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a friendly competition among employees by organizing a contest such as a talent show, a sports tournament, or a scavenger hunt. This will help foster a sense of camaraderie and promote a positive work environment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Recognize and appreciate employees</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to acknowledge and appreciate your employees for their hard work and dedication. This could be through personalized notes, small gifts, or a special employee appreciation event.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Celebrate with a themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Throw a themed party to celebrate Employee Spirit Month. Encourage employees to dress up and have fun with the theme, and provide food, drinks, and activities that fit the theme.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Offer professional development opportunities</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invest in your employees' growth and development by offering workshops, seminars, or training sessions during Employee Spirit Month. This will show employees that you value their career progression and are invested in their success.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It boosts morale and motivation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Employee Spirit Month is a great way to show appreciation for your employees and boost their spirits. This can lead to increased motivation and productivity, creating a positive work environment for everyone involved.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes teamwork</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By celebrating Employee Spirit Month, employees have the opportunity to bond and work together on different activities, projects or events. This can improve communication and collaboration among team members, leading to better performance and results.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It shows that the company values its employees</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Recognizing and celebrating Employee Spirit Month conveys that the company cares about its employees’ well-being and wants them to thrive. This can lead to higher job satisfaction and employee retention rates, making it a win-win situation for both employers and employees.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Employee Recognition Can Improve Job Satisfaction</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to research, 81% of employees state that they're motivated to work harder when their efforts are appreciated, demonstrating the power of recognition in boosting job satisfaction.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>High Employee Engagement Impacts Company Performance</h3><p class='facts-content'>Gallup found that organizations with a high level of employee engagement outperform their competitors by as much as 147% in earnings per share.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Employees Value Peer-To-Peer Recognition Highly</h3><p class='facts-content'>A survey from the IRF found that peer-to-peer recognition is 35.7% more likely to have a positive impact on financial results than manager-only recognition.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Employee Spirit Month Can Boost Staff Retention</h3><p class='facts-content'>Companies with robust employee recognition programs have 31% lower voluntary turnover rates, showing the value of initiatives like Employee Spirit Month in retaining talent.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Building Employee Spirit Leads to Better Customer Service</h3><p class='facts-content'>Engaged employees are 20% more likely to be top performers and twice as likely to be top scorers in customer service, pointing to the significant impacts building employee spirit can have on a company's bottom line.</p></div></div>
Employee Spirit Month is celebrated on March 1 every year.In 2024 Employee Spirit Month will occur on a Friday.
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