In this episode of Sticky From The Inside, you'll hear from Jeff Jackel, an expert in automating employee recognition and engagement. Host, Andy Goram, initially had doubts about the relevance of talking to a "gifting guy," but quickly realized the links between recognition, automation and the hybrid work environment. Jeff, the co-founder of Client Giant, is a trailblazer in the field of technology-driven employee recognition and engagement. The pair discuss that by embracing automation and creating a positive work environment, businesses can enhance employee morale, retention, and overall organizational success at scale. If you're a business owner or leader who wants to improve employee engagement and loyalty, this episode is a must-listen.

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Key Takeaways

• The power of employee recognition and how it can boost morale and productivity.
• The role of automation in employee recognition and how it can streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• How to create personal connections in a hybrid environment and foster a genuine sense of belonging.
• The benefits of automating employee recognition, from time savings to increased accuracy and fairness.
• The power of genuine recognition in creating strong, lasting relationships with your employees.

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Key Moments

The key moments in this episode are:00:00:10 - Podcast Introduction 00:01:20 - The Importance of Employee Recognition 00:02:16 - Automating Thoughtfulness 00:03:00 - Introduction to Jeff Jackel and Client Giant 00:08:28 - Loving Employees Before Clients 00:14:43 - The Importance of Caring 00:15:46 - The Impact of the Hybrid Environment 00:18:43 - Opportunities for Building Relationships 00:21:01 - The Consequences of Neglecting Recognition and Caring 00:28:28 - The Role of Automation at Scale00:29:53 - How to Automate Thoughtfulness00:35:23 - Balancing Automation and Personal Touches 00:41:50 - The Importance of Personalisation 00:44:06 - Going Above and Beyond for Employees 00:46:11 - Sticky Note Summary00:48:45 - Conclusions

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