3 Ways Companies Can Boost Morale During the Pandemic
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People hunger for positivity in a post-pandemic world, especially in the work environment. There are many ways that COVID-19 affected businesses, and their employees, through different forms of tightened budgets. But does that mean happier occasions should be ignored until the smoke clears? Absolutely not. Entrepreneurs can explore many free or low-cost options that can add a sense of festivity to commemorate corporate milestones. In some cases, these options can double as cheerful PR initiatives.
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Milestones worth celebrating
There are many corporate occasions that are still worth celebrating and most notable of these include…
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Company/product/service launches
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Product/service upgrades
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Anniversaries
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Successful funding
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Fulfilling/exceeding quotas
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New locations
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Growth (M&A, IPO, etc)
For many companies, the go-to way of celebrating would be through events such as staff retreats or team member dinners at an expensive restaurant. Since finances are tight, many of the old standbys may be out of the question. Travel/gathering restrictions and remote working arrangements make team dinners difficult, if not impossible.
Low-cost alternatives can still go a long way in terms of boosting morale for team members, and demonstrating appreciation towards clients and supporters who deserve it. When done strategically, they ultimately serve as