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Roll out the red carpet and put on your celebration hats! National Employee Appreciation Day on March 1 is just around the corner! Kick-starting in 1995, this special day has been celebrated annually to honor and acknowledge the dedication and efforts of employees across the globe. After all, a company's success is built on the hard work and perseverance of its workforce. This day encourages employers to show their gratitude in creative and meaningful ways, generating a culture of recognition and appreciation. Let's get ready to celebrate and value the team that drives our success!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</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'>National Employee Appreciation Day was established by Bob Nelson and his publishing company, Workman Publishing.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increased Acknowledgement</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the early 2000s, the day started gaining recognition among companies, and more began to include it in their calendars.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Growing Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday's popularity grew significantly over the first decade of the 21st century, with companies around the globe acknowledging the day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Power of Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Studies began to emerge showing recognition significantly improved employee engagement and productivity, further cementing the importance of National Employee Appreciation Day.</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 Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the COVID-19 pandemic, companies were challenged to celebrate virtually, sparking creativity in how employees were recognized and appreciated.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize an office party</h3><p class='facts-text'>Nothing says thank you like a festive get-together. Put up decorations, serve food and drinks, and make it a point to personally thank each employee for their specific contributions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Reward employees with a perk day</h3><p class='facts-text'>Allow your employees to take one day off of their choosing, no questions asked. Giving them the freedom to recharge on their own schedule is an innovative form of respect and appreciation.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create personalized notes</h3><p class='facts-text'>A hand-written note appreciating the specific contributions of each employee can go a long way in making that person feel valued. Let them know how they've enriched the company with their actions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Put up a recognition board</h3><p class='facts-text'>Install a board in the office where people can put up notes to call out others for something commendable they've done. This can create a culture of recognizing and appreciating hard work.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Give thoughtful gifts</h3><p class='facts-text'>Gifts are a tangible expression of appreciation. It could be something related to your industry, a book, a personalized memento, or even a simple gift card. The aim is to let them know you appreciate their hard work.</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'>Recognition and Appreciation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Employee Appreciation Day is a time to recognize the hard work and dedication of our co-workers and employees. Showing appreciation boosts morale, productivity, and overall job satisfaction. It's an opportunity to say "Thank you" for all they do for the company.</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'>Boosts Team Spirit</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Celebrating this day helps strengthen the bond between coworkers. Whether it’s through an office party or leaving personalized notes, these moments help foster a sense of unity and camaraderie among team members leading to a more cooperative and harmonious workplace.</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'>Promotes Positive Culture</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Employee Appreciation Day helps create a culture of recognition within the workplace. By celebrating this day, companies can cultivate an environment where hard work is acknowledged and appreciated. This not only inspires employees to go beyond their limits but also satiates their inherent need to feel valued.</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'>National Employee Appreciation Day is Always the First Friday in March</h3><p class='facts-content'>Since its inception, National Employee Appreciation Day has consistently been celebrated on the first Friday of March, setting the tone for a month of appreciating and recognizing the time and energy employees invest into their work.</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'>It Started Invented to Complement Boss’s Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>Dr. Bob Nelson, the "Guru of Thank You," established National Employee Appreciation Day partly in response to Boss's Day. While bosses were recognized in October, Dr. Nelson wanted a day specifically to express gratitude to employees.</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'>Appreciation Positively Impacts a Company’s Bottom Line</h3><p class='facts-content'>Research reveals that when employees feel appreciated, their productivity levels increase and they are less likely to quit. This can lead to higher profitability for companies.</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'>Not Limited to Workplaces Alone</h3><p class='facts-content'>While it’s typically observed in workplaces, National Employee Appreciation Day is also recognized in non-traditional working environments like remote locations, encouraging even independent workers to celebrate their contributions.</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'>Salute to Canada</h3><p class='facts-content'>The United States isn't the only country that observes National Employee Appreciation Day. Our neighbors to the north, Canada, also take part in this annual recognition of hard-working employees.</p></div></div>
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