The HeyTaco Blog

Ideas, research, and stories on peer recognition, employee engagement, and building stronger team culture.

2025 Top Employee Engagement Software Tools for Remote & Hybrid Teams
May 16, 2025 · Una Japundza
2025 Top Employee Engagement Software Tools for Remote & Hybrid Teams

How do remote and hybrid workplaces maintain high job satisfaction and performance at once? Easy– they use 2025’s top employee engagement software tools.

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24 Funny Paper Plate Award Ideas for Fun&Recognition in the Workplace
May 14, 2025 · Una Japundza
24 Funny Paper Plate Award Ideas for Fun&Recognition in the Workplace

Looking for funny paper plate award ideas? Here’s a list of creative and team-bonding work awards—plus how to turn everyday appreciation into a habit.

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A Spicy Farewell and a Tasty Surprise Rolling In
May 13, 2025 · Una Japundza
A Spicy Farewell and a Tasty Surprise Rolling In

We’re saying goodbye to two spicy favorites and welcoming new sticker surprises soon. Find out what’s changing and how to prepare for the sticker swap.

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Why Everyone’s Still Saying “Kudos” (and What It Really Means)
May 12, 2025 · Doug Dosberg
Why Everyone’s Still Saying “Kudos” (and What It Really Means)

Why are “kudos” such a big deal in offices? Because it’s part of our professional language of recognition. Get the true meaning of kudos from HeyTaco.

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Why We Don’t Offer Gift Cards for Reviews (And What We Do Instead)
May 8, 2025 · Una Japundza
Why We Don’t Offer Gift Cards for Reviews (And What We Do Instead)

At HeyTaco, we replaced gift card incentives with charitable giving. Here’s how your G2 review helps support a nonprofit and builds a better culture.

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9 Proven Ways to Create a Culture of Gratitude in the Workplace
May 7, 2025 · Una Japundza
9 Proven Ways to Create a Culture of Gratitude in the Workplace

Every strong company culture runs on gratitude. Read more about cultivating gratitude in the workplace with ideas and proven strategies for success.

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40+ Employee Motivation Quotes for Confidence, Morale, & Appreciation
May 5, 2025 · Una Japundza
40+ Employee Motivation Quotes for Confidence, Morale, & Appreciation

“Do as I say, not as I do” just won’t cut it in today’s workplace. Get better employee motivation quotes from history’s most famous leaders and thinkers.

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What’s the Difference Between Employee Engagement & Motivation?
May 2, 2025 · Una Japundza
What’s the Difference Between Employee Engagement & Motivation?

Do employee motivation and engagement go hand in hand? It’s hard to sustain one without the other. Learn more and get proven strategies now.

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Monetary vs. Non-Monetary Rewards: What Are They Actually Worth?
April 30, 2025 · Una Japundza
Monetary vs. Non-Monetary Rewards: What Are They Actually Worth?

When it comes to rewards, you need to think bigger than financial value. Learn more about the real difference between monetary and non-monetary rewards.

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18 Onboarding Tips & Best Practices That Actually Reduce Turnover
April 28, 2025 · Una Japundza
18 Onboarding Tips & Best Practices That Actually Reduce Turnover

What’s missing from your company’s onboarding process? Get plenty of tips, including pointers for onboarding remote employees, from HeyTaco.

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Measuring Employee Engagement: Metrics & Methods
April 26, 2025 · Una Japundza
Measuring Employee Engagement: Metrics & Methods

You know teams have to be engaged, but how do you truly know if they are? HeyTaco has everything you need to know about measuring employee engagement.

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13 Employee Engagement Ideas for All Work Models & Budgets
April 24, 2025 · HeyTaco
13 Employee Engagement Ideas for All Work Models & Budgets

Ever feel like employees are phoning it in? Performance, retention, and motivation all rely on engagement.

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