A List Of Incentives

Steven Cesare, Ph.D.

A business owner from Indiana called me the other day to talk about some ways to improve his company’s Rewards and Recognition Program in the hope of motivating his field and office employees, improving employee retention, and adding value to his company culture. Listed below is the initial list of incentives that I sent to him as a starting point for him and his management team to effect their desired change.

Bonus programs
Commission programs
$100 gift cards
A day off from work with pay
Social recognition
Free professional development attendance, resources, materials, etc.
A day for self (and spouse) at a spa
Wine tasting tour
Brewery tour
Lottery scratch-offs
Family dinner with the boss
Movie/Theater/Museum/Concert tickets
Netflix subscription
Work from home one day a week for a month
Gym membership
Spotify subscription
Certificate, plaque, or trophy
Yoga series
Electronics (e.g., earbuds, car chargers, otter box, speakers)
VIP parking
Weekly automobile detailing for one month
Book club allowance
Maid service for one month
A handwritten note from the boss
Sunday brunch at an upscale restaurant
Meal delivery
Branded clothing
Customized coffee mug or glass
Social Media posting
Flexible work schedule
Tuition Reimbursement
Company apparel
Personal feature on the Website
LinkedIn Recommendation
Potluck Luncheon
Volunteer Day at the charity of employee’s choice
Lazy Monday Start Time
Flowers
Weekend getaway
Tools
Paid Day Care for one week
External expertise (e.g., financial counseling, nutritionist, masseuse, chiropractor, personal trainer, IT)
Paid Internet, App, or periodical subscriptions
Funded family picnic
Charitable donations in the employee’s name
Company gas card
Food (e.g., cookies, pastry, candy)
Artwork for the office
Dog at work
Several restaurant experiences
Cooking class
Music lessons
Sporting event
Uber commute to/from work for a week
Mountain bike maintenance
Personal vehicle tune-up service or repair
A sincere “Thank You” is always still appreciated by the way