89Happy Birthday

When your employees’ birthdays arrive, something should arrive from you. Even if employees prefer that you do not remember how old they are, they appreciate being remembered on this day.

Birthdays are celebrated quite differently in different companies. In some, there are elaborate parties, while in others, there may be a cupcake or less. No matter how these events are staged in your company, the most important step is to personalize the milestone with individual recognition.

The idea behind personalizing your employees’ birthdays is to let them know that you are thinking about them, appreciating their work, and wishing them the best for the coming year. On a more subtle level, these actions help reinforce the family atmosphere ...

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