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More than a pat on the back: Six benefits of award ceremonies

With business award ceremonies increasingly appearing in the diary following the summer hiatus, BeaconHouse Events reveals some of the secrets behind ensuring your awards both add value and support your organisation’s goals.

Building morale
Celebrating hard work, great ideas or teamwork sends a clear message these positive actions have been noted and rewarded.
By saying thank you, you are not only boosting the morale of the winners but also sending a clear message that great work doesn’t go unnoticed.

A chance to reflect

Everyone is busy, and we rarely take a moment to reflect on the past 12 months and applaud the achievements we’ve made.
Writing award entries, nominating colleagues, collecting stats or reading client feedback gives people a chance to think about the impact they have made on the company and its clients.

Bringing your team together

In the age of remote or hybrid working, some colleagues may not get the chance to spend time together in person very often.
Hosting an awards event not only gets people in the same room, but it can also be a chance to share stories from other parts of the business.

Increase productivity and creativity

Recognition can act as a powerful incentive, and so can a healthy dose of competition.
Showing people what great work looks like can help set higher standards for the coming year.

Something to talk about
Your people are your best asset when it comes to talking about your business, so give them something great to talk about.
A great awards ceremony will keep delegates invested throughout the night, have activities or talking points to keep them engaged, and provide plenty of opportunities to share their experiences with family and friends.

Showcase your network
An awards event doesn’t have to be for your internal team – why not consider a celebration of your sector, your clients or your neighbours?
Getting external teams together is a fantastic marketing and networking opportunity.

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