There continues to be a lot of talk in management circles about the challenges posed by leading different generations in the workplace. Do Millennials respond to different management tactics than Gen Xers? What can we expect from Generation Z as the first wave of this group graduates from college and launches their careers?
While the distinctions have merit, when it comes to motivating workers and recognizing a job well done, certain strategies work across all generations. No matter how much people enjoy their work, they have lives outside of the office and interests that help them enjoy their nonworking hours. Lifestyle rewards are a sweet spot for effective incentives.
Finding ways to help your workers pursue their outside passions, decorate their homes or have experiences they would otherwise never have will go a long way toward engaging them when they are at work. It also instills loyalty and enhances recruiting. Here are some ideas for lifestyle and experiential rewards.
Capturing the memories
If your reward recipients are making memories, they’re going to want to capture them. The Instax Mini 70 instant camera produces photos on the spot. Great for any type of travel or experiential event. Fully automatic cameras include lithium battery and 20-exposure pack of film. For more information, contact Joe Hafenscher of Fujifilm at jhafenscher@fujifilm.com.
A meeting they won’t duck
The ultimate meeting and incentive destination! Reward your top performers with the world’s most innovative cruise line, Royal Caribbean International. No other venue offers a more incredible experience, from fine dining, to incredible onboard entertainment, activities and spectacular destinations. For more information, call 800-762-0458 or visit RoyalCaribbeanIncentives.com.
An experience within the experience
The World’s Most Memorable Gift Experience® by Maui Jim sunglasses brings the world’s #1 premium polarized sunglass brand to your incentive trips, board meetings and golf outings. Watch videos of Maui Jim events at mauijimcorporategifts.com, then contact Eric Linder at 800-614-6790 or email corporategifts@mauijim.com.
Alpha 2 excellence
Elevate your reward recipients’ travel experience with Alpha 2 from TUMI, the pinnacle of design innovation, engineering, functionality and performance. Alpha 2 embodies TUMI’s commitment to making the best better; it incorporates over 30 design improvements and more than 14 patented and trademarked TUMI components. The result is a collection of cases that are lighter and stronger while offering increased packing capacity, sleeker profiles, smarter functionality and easier maneuverability. For more information, contact Tumi Special Markets at 800-669-3181 or visit TumiSpecialMarkets.com.
Spafinder Wellness 365 gift cards
Offered by the world’s largest marketing, gifting, incentives and rewards company for the wellness industry, Spafinder gift cards are accepted at over 25,000 spa, fitness, yoga and wellness locations worldwide. Spafinder inspires your employees and customers to live well all year round. For details, contact Christi Schaufler at 212-924-6800 or visit spafinder.com.
Giftology collection from Waterford
Perfect for summer travel gifting, the Giftology collection features Waterford’s best crystal gifts in compelling gift boxes designed in five different eye-catching color schemes with opulent gold touches. Waterford presents Giftology as the science of gift giving in a fast-paced world. For more information, contact WWRD US Special Markets Department at 800-933-3370.
