All Motivation and recognition articles – Page 141
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Interview with work-life balance expert Peter Thomson
Jamin Robertson talks to Henley Management College’s work-life balance expert, Peter Thomson, who advocates that managers must re-examine performance measurement and adopt more flexible working practices to help boost engagementArticle in fullMany HR managers are shackled by outdated management techniques that reinforce the concept of presenteeism. However, allowing employees total ...
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The merits of benefits versus cash incentives
Case studies: SAP, NikeArticle in fullWhen trying to motivate staff to achieve particular goals employers can use a number of incentives, ranging from bottles of wine and weekends away to cold hard cash. But it's tricky to decide whether a cash incentive scheme or non-cash benefits are most appropriate, especially ...
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Philips launches voucher rewards
Philips Medical Systems has introduced a voucher incentive scheme with rewards of £50 and £300 for staff who go beyond the call of duty. This follows an employee survey, which revealed that while the company was good at providing incentives like yearly bonuses, it was not so good at saying ...
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Product news - Sodexho to roll out reward vouchers
Sodexho will launch its first multi-store retail voucher in late September. The catering and support company has not yet released specific details about which stores the product will cover, but said it will offer access to a wide range of established retail brands. Sodexho will also offer prize draw competitions ...
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Case Studies
Lloyds uses flex to engage staff
Lloyds TSB’s flexible benefits package, Flavours, has had a positive impact on employee engagement. Elizabeth Yates, manager of compensation and benefits, says: “I think because we offer a benefits package where people can have a say in how they are rewarded it has a positive impact on employee engagement levels.”Lloyds ...
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Accreditation schemes
Nick Golding questions whether the number of accreditation schemes and polls is diluting the overall value for featured organisationsCase studies: Nationwide Building Society, Compass Group Article in fullHanging out at restaurants like The Ivy or going to film premieres are guaranteed ways for celebrities to raise their profile, because in ...
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Age discrimination surgery: Service-related benefits
Employer's queryRedundancy aside, we have a variety of service-related benefits. Some of these kick in before five years' service, while others are only available to longer-serving employees. Some of these benefits have been negotiated with the unions over a long period of time, so where do age laws leave us ...
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World Cup incentives for Friends Provident
Friends Provident held a lucky shirt day for employees when England played Trinidad & Tobago in the World Cup group stages. Employees were able to wear football shirts to work, while events such as a barbecue were arranged at its Dorking head office. The finance company also allowed staff to ...
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Bosses need tuning into World Cup legal issues
Employers must ensure they avoid discrimination claims when organising events centred around the World Cup for staff this summer, warn lawyers. Those that make provisions for employees to watch games at work, for example, must cater for all nationalities rather than only screening England's matches, explained Tony Bourne, head of ...
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Eversheds staff do community work
Employees at law firm Eversheds took part in several community volunteering events last month to boost motivation.Some 120 London-based staff helped to decorate a children's sports facility, clean up an adventure playground and run sporting events at a school in Kent for mentally and physically disabled children.They also ran a ...
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Employees barter for better benefits
Opening up negotiations to some elements of the perks package can help employers to clinch key staff, but its impact on the rest of the workforce should not be overlooked and overall flexibility can benefit all, says Victoria FurnessCase study: MourantArticle in fullFamous for a stiff upper lip and ability ...
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Buckingham County Council's post-audit holiday
Buckinghamshire County Council has rewarded staff with one extra day's holiday after the council achieved a maximum four-star rating from an Audit Commission comprehensive performance review. The Commission assesses the performance of councils and the services they provide. Gillian Hibberd, corporate director, organisational development and HR at the council, said ...
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A look to Hollywood for benefits lessons
Jenny Keefe looks to Tinseltown and discovers that benefits managers could learn a trick or two from big screen blockbustersArticle in fullCops, cowboys, geishas and western singers: all are occupations that have recently been given the big-screen treatment. Even IT managers have recently been the focus of a Channel 4 ...
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Case Studies
Employer Profile: Post Office
Drastic operating losses mean the Post Office must change, so a number of bonus and incentive plans are shaping its culture, says Amanda WilkinsonArticle in fullCulture change is high on the agenda at the Post Office, the retail network of the Royal Mail Group. But turning a company that has ...
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Organisation-wide recognition schemes hit target
Diminishing line manager involvement and opening up an organisation-wide peer recognition awards process can help to boost employee morale, says Vicki TaylorIf you read nothing else, read this ...Ensure the company culture is right before introducing a scheme.Create systems to avoid joke nominations.Get everyone involved from the chairman to the ...
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Online measurement systems abate performance appraisal drudgery
Using online measurement systems can help to abate the time-consuming and divisive nature of performance appraisals, says Kirstie RedfordCase study: General MotorsArticle in fullThe traditional appraisal process that most organisations have in place can be time-consuming and is often resented by employees and managers alike. HR all too often must ...
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Royal Bank of Scotland introduces sabbaticals
The Royal Bank of Scotland is planning to introduce a paid sabbatical leave scheme in a bid to retain its skilled staff.The details of the scheme have yet to be formalised. But Jim Cowan, senior consultant, remuneration and benefits at RBS, said the company is thinking of paying employees the ...
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The workplace as a benefit
Creating an appealing workspace could be a boost to productivity, but you might need to set aside serious planning time and resources, says Nick GoldingCase studies: Eresearch Technology, Thomas CookArticle in fullIf you are looking for new ways to motivate your staff, you may not need to look any further ...
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Wickes introduces reward scheme
DIY chain Wickes is introducing a reward scheme for sales staff following a trial. The Xsell scheme allows each of its 360 sales staff to earn up to £1,200 a year to spend on a range of rewards, including high street vouchers, tickets for the London Eye, a PlayStation 2 ...
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Employee Benefits Future Strategy 2006 - Sponsor's comment: Recognition the kicker
Article in fullWith UK Plc seemingly facing a slowdown as we move into 2006, the role of motivation will become more business critical. During my 28 years in the business, it seems that during a downturn, motivation is used more effectively than during boom time. During a recession it is ...