Each year, we as a nation set aside one day to recognize all the hard-working people that help make this country great.  In my humble opinion, that’s not nearly enough.

Why not extend the Labor Day love at least 24 hours by doing something nice for your employees tomorrow?  Bring in Krispy Kremes for everyone to share.  Treat everyone to lunch in the company cafeteria or maybe even Taco Bell.  Dust and vacuum their cubicles.  Sing ‘em a song.  Buy ‘em a car.

Study after study shows that workers who feel valued by their employers are happier, better team players, more productive and — as an added bonus that makes the employment lawyer in me smile — way less likely to sue.

As the employer of more than 5 million employees worldwide, we at Manpower are always looking for creative ways to make employees feel loved.  We’d love to hear how you do it.  Please send your most inspirational employee-recognition ideas to blawg@manpower.com.  The very best idea will win a fabulous prize.

Have a great day,

Mark

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