Gifts and gaffes ??

Hey there, and welcome to December! If you’re wondering how to show appreciation for employees over the holidays, there's a new piece that gets to the bottom of what they want most. And it may be time to reexamine your communication style in one important area – a new survey has uncovered the ten most annoying work-email habits (a few of them may surprise you).

Other topics this week include manager predicaments, acing comms for every generation, and a call for your best 2024 trends. Let’s dive in!

Inbox annoyances ???

New research has identified some common email habits that could be getting on your coworkers’ nerves . 21% of employees are annoyed by emoji use and 15.7% dislike impersonal greetings. A few more tips? Curb the exclamation points, and think before you CC.

Getting on trend ??

With just a few weeks left in 2023, we’re celebrating the year’s accomplishments and gearing up for 2024. What exactly will the new year bring? We’re asking you! Submit your predictions for a chance to be featured on our list of 2024 employee comms and tech trends.

Managerial maladies ????

When companies grow, those who were once at the top of the org chart can find themselves closer to the middle. The shift in roles can result in a lack of training, disillusionment and even burnout. One expert offers?several ways to reengage this group of managers .

Next-gen comms ??

Do your comms resonate with every employee? It’s hard to engage multiple segments of your audience at the same time, but ensuring your content reaches and speaks to workers of all ages is a great start. Here’s a helpful checklist with ten key intergenerational comms tips .

Gifting guidance ??

Looking for an employee holiday gift that’s best in snow? The right tokens of recognition will boost morale through the new year and beyond. This piece has some great ideas based on what employees prefer to receive over the holidays, from personalized notes to the gift of time.

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