Is Something Missing from your Mystery Shopping Program? 5 Tips to Keep Rewards Fresh!
September 26, 2012It’s no surprise that organizations that align employee rewards with company goals are higher performing than those that do not. When companies consider incentives for employees, some think outside the box and use a Google-like approach, for example, rewarding employees with free haircuts and gourmet foods. Simple and meaningful options tied to mystery shopping results also motivate employees. A little planning and creativity goes far, however many times managers struggle with ideas for employee recognition and on the spot rewards.
A little over a year ago, we posted some of our favorite employee incentive ideas for mystery shopping programs. As our clients’ programs evolve and we bring on new clients in new industries, we brainstorm ways to reward employees creatively. The key seems to be in reinventing the wheel: Successful companies periodically revamp rewards for excellent mystery shop results. Here are five ways to freshen up your recognition program:
Using Mystery Shopping Results: Key Element of Employee Reviews
March 3, 2011Has your management team considered new ways to motivate employees during performance reviews? A recent article on best practices for employee performance reviews contains suggestions for delivering more rewarding employee reviews.