Team Awards: The Perfect Gift for Your Team
by Aaron Kinne
Last updated
2 min read
There is one theme that often surfaces in our conversations with HR and business leaders. Whether discussing retention, transformation, a major product launch, or simply getting through another demanding quarter, eventually, someone asks the same question:
How do we recognize an entire team for an achievement they made possible together?
Individual recognition will always matter. But some achievements belong to everyone. A successful merger. A record-breaking year. A company-wide transformation. The moments that define an organization deserve recognition that’s just as shared as the work itself.
That’s where Team Awards come in.
What is a Team Award?
Quite simply, a Team Award is a group recognition award given to all employees – or a large sub-group of employees – by a leader in your organization. It could come from your CEO, CHRO, or another senior executive, and it’s delivered with a customized message that makes the moment feel personal and meaningful.
And the experience doesn’t end when the award arrives. Employees can redeem it right away for something meaningful to them – turning that moment of appreciation into something tangible, memorable, and worth celebrating.
What are some of the key benefits of Team Awards?
Team Awards keep your employees feeling appreciated and highlight the importance of shared accomplishments across your organization. In addition, they:
- Boost morale and keep your employees engaged
- Strengthen connections and build a stronger community
- Create meaningful moments that empower your humans to succeed
- Acknowledge employees for their continued commitment to your mission and purpose
- Increase productivity and profitability
- Build trust and confidence in times of constant change
How are companies using Team Awards?
As organizations place greater emphasis on reinforcing culture and business priorities, many are using Team Awards to celebrate shared achievements. They’re a simple way for leaders to recognize collective contributions while reinforcing the behaviors, values, and milestones that move the business forward.
- A CEO sent appreciation awards to all employees, thanking them for their renewed effort during the pandemic – and for actually meeting and exceeding company goals.
- A CHRO recognized all employees for their teamwork and adaptability – while strengthening the sense of community and advancing a positive workplace culture.
- A business group leader thanked her team for increasing productivity in the face of strong headwinds.
- A head of sales celebrated achieving revenue goals as his team – cut off from traveling – learned how to connect with prospects in new, agile, and innovative ways.
How can my organization give a Team Award?
Thanks to our sample messaging templates and how-to guide available on Workhuman ConnectOpens in a new tab, it’s super simple for Workhuman Customers to give your employees a Team Award. Whatever message you’d like to convey, we’ve got you covered. From “Leading the Way” to “Making a Difference” to “Resiliency,” there’s a message that will fit your unique team appreciation goals.
Drawing on inspiration from other customers, we can guide you as you create the exact message you want to convey.
And of course, your dedicated Workhuman team will be with you every step of the way – from launch, to execution, to a post-award recognition analysis. You and your leadership team can see – in rich, meaningful data – the impact your Team Award has on your organization.
Get started today
Whether you're celebrating a major milestone or recognizing the everyday contributions that keep your organization moving forward, a Team Award can create a meaningful moment of shared appreciation. Reach out to your Workhuman team to get started.
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