Posts tagged with: Company Culture

Most people sit down to write a Christmas message and end up writing something generic. After seeing millions of Christmas eCards come together, we've noticed the ones people remember rarely start with "Merry Christmas". They start with a project, a joke, a photo or a person. Here's how to get past the blinking cursor.

Every year, organisations set out to thank their employees, customers and supporters, and end up buried in spreadsheets instead. After helping thousands of teams celebrate Christmas, we share what we've learnt about keeping appreciation personal at scale: create one card that sounds like you, then let a single CSV upload handle the rest, gifts included.

When a colleague is grieving, most people want to reach out but don't know how and so they say nothing at all. This piece follows one team who used a Thankbox to share condolences collectively, removing the pressure of finding the perfect words and a proper way to show up.

Most company values fail not because they’re wrong, but because they aren’t consistently reinforced. By focusing on one value at a time and recognising real behaviours in everyday moments, organisations can turn abstract ideas into lived experiences. Small, visible appreciation is what makes values stick and shape culture over time.

A signed card can say thank you, but it rarely shows what that support actually made possible. This piece follows one charity's decision to replace their annual donor card with something better. Discover how charities are using shared, story-driven thank-yous to create real connections with donors and sponsors.

At the Edinburgh People Power Summit in February 2026, HR and people leaders gathered for a candid day of conversation covering management, culture, performance, and the growing case for employee appreciation. Continue reading to learn what were the key themes and why they are important.

Why employee appreciation works, why sceptics exist and how to win them over. Lessons from DisruptHR Edinburgh on designing recognition that feels real, personal and aligned to business outcomes.

Employee recognition can be affordable! Explore budget-friendly ways to celebrate your team, such as personalized thank-you notes, public recognition, and non-monetary rewards. Discover cost-effective strategies to boost morale, engagement, and retention without exceeding your budget.

Modern teams are boosting connection in remote work by reintroducing emotional intelligence. This article shares tips to improve communication, build strong culture, and foster team relationships—empowering leaders to create more engaged, productive hybrid workplaces.

Accountability at work is a cornerstone of successful teams. It’s about employees taking ownership of their tasks, decisions, and outcomes. This guide explains what accountability means, provides real-world examples, and highlights its benefits in the workplace.