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August 25th, 2026 Tip Tuesday - What the Strongest Recognition Programs Have in Common
When admins ask what makes a recognition program actually stick, the answer is rarely a single launch tactic or reward choice. Across Awardco client stories, a clear pattern shows up: the strongest programs are built around purpose, visibility, and consistency over time. They are designed to reinforce the right behaviors,…
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June 16th, 2026 Tip Tuesday – Keep Recognition Moving with 2026 Holiday Programs 🎉
One thing companies see pretty often is recognition momentum starting strong, then flattening out once the year gets busy. A simple way to keep things moving is to use 2026 holidays and seasonal moments as reasons to run light, ad hoc recognition programs throughout the year. Recognition Programs in Awardco are built to…
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June 2nd, 2026 Tip Tuesday – Choose the Right Tool for Nomination-Style Programs 🏆
A lot of admins run into the same question here: should this be built as Awardco Nominations, a Simple Survey, or a standard Recognition Program? Getting that choice right matters because it affects how much manual cleanup you own later, how easy the experience feels for employees and leaders, and how likely the program is…
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Manager to Peer Recognition Program Examples
Hello all! We implemented Awardco last year and currently use it for Service Awards (monetary for milestone anniversaries) and birthdays (non-monetary). We are in the midst of setting up a manager to peer program and are looking for examples of how other companies are handling and have it set up. We are in the Plumbing…
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April 21st, 2026 Tip Tuesday – Fresh Recognition Ideas to Keep Your Program Thriving 🌟
Ever feel like your recognition program is running on autopilot? Maybe the same few people are sending recognitions, the messages are starting to sound the same, or employees just aren't engaging the way they used to. You're not alone — it's one of the most common challenges admins face after the initial launch excitement…
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May 12, 2026 Tip Tuesday – Turn Recognition Research Into Action
A lot of admins read a white paper like The State of Recognition 2026 and think, “This is helpful…but what should I actually do in my Awardco platform because of it?” That is the right question. One of the biggest takeaways for me is that recognition is not just a nice extra. The research found that employees who feel…
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10/28/2025 Tip Tuesday – Guide the Way with Recognition Presets! ✨
Are your managers and employees sometimes unsure of the right point amount to give in a recognition award? Do you want to ensure your awards are consistent and equitable across your organization? This week’s tip is all about a quick win in your program settings: Award Presets. Recognition presets are predefined point…
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9/23/2025 – Tip Tuesday: Dive Deeper with Awardco Webinars 💻
Want to get more out of your Awardco platform? Our live webinars are a fantastic way to do just that! They're your all-access pass to see the platform in action, learn about powerful features, and get pro tips from our experts. In our recent "Live Demo with Shane Stanley Vol. 2," we showcased how Awardco goes beyond simple…
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Can anyone share examples of their recognition programs related to Core Values?
For context, we currently have a non-monetary peer-to-peer program and a monetary manager shout out program. We are looking to add a new recognition program where employees are nominated by the peers for exemplifying one of the core values. On a quarterly basis, we'll have 3 winners selected that will receive cash to spend…
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How do you have your manager program setup?
Hello! I am looking to setup a monetary manager program and wondering how others have their programs setup. These are the things I am unsure about: Coin increments Coin maximum Budget per manager Should the manager program be monetary or non-monetary? Should the manager program be the only higher valued monetary program we…
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6/24/2025 Tip Tuesday – Duplicating Programs: Your Shortcut to Efficiency! 🚀
Tired of building recognition programs from scratch when they share similar settings? There's a smarter way! If you're creating multiple recognition programs with similar structures, you don't have to start from square one every time. Awardco makes it easy to save time and effort by duplicating existing programs. What it…
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6/11/2025 Tip Tuesday - Keep Recognitions Flowing with Delegates! 🤝
Want to ensure recognition approvals never get held up when someone's out of office? Enable your users to assign delegates! This feature allows designated individuals to step in and approve recognitions, ensuring smooth operations and timely appreciation for your team. What it Does: The Delegates feature empowers users to…
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2/18/24 Tip Tuesday – Get Ready for Employee Appreciation Day (March 7th)!
Wondering how to make the most of Employee Appreciation Day? Start planning now for maximum impact! 🌟 What It Is: Employee Appreciation Day (March 7th) is your opportunity to recognize employees' hard work through meaningful awards and recognition in Awardco. How to Prepare: Start planning ahead with these key steps:…
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1/28/25 Tip Tuesday - Recognizing with GIFs
Did you know Awardco just released an integration with GIPHY? 🤯 What it is: This integration will allow you to brighten up the feed by allowing employees to attach a GIF to the recognitions they share! How to enable: First, navigate to the Settings tab within your Admin Portal. In the Program Settings tab, you will need to…
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1/23/2025 Tip Tuesday - Customizing Program Eligibility in Awardco
Did you know you can fine-tune your recognition programs in Awardco to control who can nominate and who can be recognized? By customizing program eligibility, you ensure recognitions are meaningful and relevant, while maintaining program efficiency. Here’s how to get started: ✨ Accessing Program Settings 1️⃣ Log in to…
