New Year, New Goals. Use Teamphoria to Track Your Goals Posted on February 4, 2023 by Amanda StrungsIt’s a brand new year, a fresh start! Blogs and social media are filled with inspirational articles and posts about sticking to your new year’s resolutions and starting off the year on the right foot. While I appreciate their spirit and effort, I’m going to rain on their parade. Resolutions just aren’t for me. I’ve Read More
Teamphoria Employee Engagement Saves Lives (And Money!) Posted on February 2, 2023 by Chad NormanOK, saying employee engagement can save the lives of your team members may be a little hyperbolic, but hey – as leaders we need every advantage possible, right? The infusion of wellness programs into corporate America is nearly complete, and you’ll find health-based incentives in most benefits packages. It’s a no brainer to connect lower Read More
Teamphoria Lessens Workplace Frustration Posted on February 1, 2023 by Amanda StrungsI don’t mean to be a Negative Nancy, but I’m going to go there, let’s talk about the dark stuff. There’s no reason to sugar coat it; work is inherently stressful. There are deadlines, budgets, people, decisions – no matter how much you love your job, from time to time, there’s going to be something Read More
5 Ways Digital Employee Recognition in Teamphoria Shapes Company Culture Posted on January 29, 2023 by Chad NormanEvery person, word, action, wall color, email, and vending machine snack at an organization ultimately shapes its company culture, but nothing can chisel, sand, and refine company’s vibe like employee recognition – especially when it’s digital. It’s been shown time and time again that praise from a manager and peers is an effective motivator at Read More
Nonprofit Employee Recognition Done Right – 5 Tips to Make the Most of Your Acknowledgements in Teamphoria Posted on January 25, 2023 by Amanda StrungsDon’t worry – we aren’t here to judge! In our book, any thank-yous, high-fives, fist bumps, positive emails, or words of encouragement are positive and beneficial. However, there are a few simple tips to make the most out of your employee recognition. Nonprofit employees are notorious for busting their behinds, so you want your team Read More
Teamphoria Talks Lessons on Employee Engagement from ‘Office Space’ Posted on January 13, 2023 by Lauren HurlockEmployee Engagement at Initech Oh, Initech: Mike Judge’s 1999 vision of a cubicle farm during the dot com boom is a study in what companies shouldn’t do. But what can we learn about employee engagement from Office Space? Milton Milton, the squirrely man with the thick coke bottle glasses, is a great example of the Read More
Clear the Air With Teamphoria: Promoting Transparency & Open Employee Communication in the Workplace Posted on January 10, 2023 by Andrew StricklandJust as consumers expect transparency from the companies and brands they love, employees also expect transparency from their places of work. In fact, transparency continues to grow in importance among the workforce — particularly as more and more millennials enter it. Not convinced? Check out these statistics: Based on a survey of more than 1,500 Read More
Teamphoria Talks 10 Traits of Successful Human Resources Managers Posted on January 8, 2023 by Andrew StricklandAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, “Human resources managers plan, direct and coordinate the administrative functions of an organization. They oversee the recruiting, interviewing and hiring of new staff; consult with top executives on strategic planning; and serve as a link between an organization’s management and its employees.” That may sound like a lot Read More
6 Things Earth, Wind, & Fire Can Teach Us About Employee Recognition Applied to Teamphoria Posted on January 7, 2023 by Chad Norman38 years ago, the penultimate pop funk band Earth Wind & Fire gave the world a classic: Shining Star. Released during their peak years, Shining Star delivered the uplifting, positive message that was so needed during the mid-70s. Nearly four decades later, the lyrics still ring true, and got me thinking about employee recognition. Your Read More
7 Ways Teamphoria Makes Your Employee Recognition Program Rock! Posted on December 26, 2022 by Chad NormanThis day in age, every employer should realize that employee recognition and employee engagement are vital to current and future success. No longer is there a need to prove the long-term benefits of engaging and recognizing employees. The research has been done and re-done. Engaged and recognized employees are your top performers, biggest supporters, and Read More