In case you missed the popular rewarding occasions in September, it’s never too late to begin in the coming month. With October just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to start building that momentum for your employees and begin improving and maintaining a productive and happy workplace.
October brings plenty of opportunities to recognize and reward your team. Let’s explore the 6 most popular occasions in October where eGift Cards can help you show your appreciation and keep your employees engaged.
International Coffee Day – 1st of October
The importance of coffee needs no praise, for most, it’s a daily ritual that gets us going and it’s the fuel that allows us to keep up with our tasks, big or small. We think it’s about time we return the favor and show a little appreciation. International Coffee Day is an awesome way to engage and motivate the team. There’s no better time than to try out Micro-Rewards! Choose from brands like Costa Coffee or ½ Million and send them an express ‘thank you’ by buying them a coffee! Additionally, you could (digitally) pick up some eGift Cards from your local coffee shops and distribute them among the coffee lovers in the office. If you’re not sure where they prefer their espressos from, play it safe with a multi-brand gift card and let them decide! The only thing better than a cup of coffee is a free one.
World Teachers’ Day – 5th of October
We all know the value of education and its part in shaping a better future for all of us, that’s why a day such as this needs to be celebrated. For all the employees that send their little ones to school, this Teachers’ Day can be a great time to get involved and to help your team send all those teachers a little appreciation and thanks. More importantly, this gesture shows that you genuinely care and want to connect with them on a personal level, beyond just the workplace. Leveraging the HappyYOU Card for this occasion is perfect since it features our entire catalog of brands, giving recipients the flexibility and convenience of choosing how they want to spend their eGift Cards.
World Mental Health Day – 10th of October
Showing the team you care about their mental health cannot be understated. According to UN studies, nearly 1 billion people suffer from some form of mental disorder, which means some of your employees might be impacted without you even realizing it. Mental illness affects countless lives worldwide, and it’s important for everyone to develop a deeper understanding of this reality. One great way to raise awareness on the importance of mental health is by giving the team a day filled with relaxation, recreation and self-love. A spa eGift Card can do wonders to show appreciation in the face of hard work and stress. While some prefer relaxation, some may opt for a day filled with sports or outdoor activities. If you’re unsure what type of activities some of your coworkers prefer, the ideal way would be to gift them a HappyYOU Card so they can decide how to best spend their day off to relax, rejuvenate and recharge. While this day is a great time to raise awareness and normalize mental health, it’s important to remember that mental health should be appreciated and supported all-year round, because a happy employee is a productive one!
Breast Cancer Awareness Day/Month – 13th of October
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Breast Cancer Awareness Day serves as an important reminder to promote early detection, raise awareness, and stand in solidarity with those affected by the disease. Around the world, people observe this day in October by wearing the iconic pink ribbon, a universal symbol of support and hope in the fight against breast cancer. Early detection of breast cancer significantly improves treatment outcomes and survival rates. So what can you do to effectively maximize visibility on this day? You can leverage eGift Cards creatively to promote breast cancer awareness within the company by incorporating them into initiatives that both support the cause and engage employees. Incentivize employees to donate to charities for breast cancer research, hold pink ribbon challenges where the winners are awarded with an eGift Card, and encourage employees to participate in wellness activities to promote early detection. eGift Cards can play a key role in building positive participation and awareness across your organization.
World Savings Day – 31st of October
World Savings Day is all about encouraging people to secure their financial futures for themselves and the economy at large. This makes for the perfect opportunity for you to support your team when it comes to budgeting and planning your expenses, all with eGift Cards. Our blog post details how eGift Cards can help you manage your expenses easily and dives into the details of which areas you can benefit the most, whether it’s for telecom, recreation, food and drinks, and everything in between. Additionally, eGift Cards can be leveraged to help with family budgeting, allowances, used within promotional seasons for extra value, and essentially keeping your expenses controlled, all for a better financial future. Use World Savings Day to push your coworkers and colleagues to make smarter financial decisions to improve their financial well-being.
The HappyYOU Card – How You Can Reward Your Employees in October
With a number of occasions coming up in October, it’s no easy task to keep track of it all. So where do you begin? The HappyYOU Card is the quickest, easiest and most effective way to ensure your employees are rewarded at the right time, for the right occasion. One card, 900+ brands.
No matter the occasion, gifting a HappyYOU Card will bring them the gift of choice. Whether you’re raising awareness about mental health, showing teachers some appreciation or budgeting expenses, there’s no better way to encourage productivity and happiness in the workplace this October.
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