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CEO & Co-founder at Empathy Employer
Ritesh Seth, CEO and Co-founder of Empathy Employer, is a business leader and Organizational Culture Strategist. With over 15 years of experience guiding cross-functional teams across Fortune 100 companies, mid-sized businesses, and startups, Ritesh combines his business acumen with a passion for human resources to drive organizational excellence and employee well-being. Holding a Bachelor's in Marketing from Concord University and an MBA from Virginia Tech, Ritesh specializes in business strategy, employer branding, marketing, human resources, and leadership development. He is passionate about developing inclusive workplaces, leveraging data-driven insights to build positive organizational cultures that foster both employee satisfaction and business success. As the driving force behind Empathy Employer, Ritesh works at the intersection of business strategy and HR, developing innovative tools to assess and cultivate organizational empathy. He firmly believes that empathy is the bridge connecting people, purpose, and performance. A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Ritesh continues to champion the idea that in today's rapidly evolving business landscape, empathy isn't just a nice-to-have—it's a crucial driver of innovation, employee satisfaction, and sustainable success.
HR Consultant | Career Coach (ICF-PCC) at MK Despe Consulting LLC
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HR Manager & Employee Engagement Expert at ProProfs Knowledge Base
As an experienced HR Manager at ProProfs, I am passionate about building high-performing teams, fostering positive workplace culture, and aligning HR strategies with organizational goals. Throughout my career, I have honed expertise in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and performance management, enabling me to drive both individual and organizational success. At ProProfs, I have successfully led initiatives such as: Streamlining hiring processes to attract top-tier talent. Developing training programs to boost employee skill sets and retention. Implementing HR technologies to enhance operational efficiency. I believe that the heart of any thriving business is its people, and I strive to create environments where employees feel motivated, valued, and empowered to excel.
Founder at All Digital Rewards
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Lead, Talent Management & Development at Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP
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Chief Advocacy Officer at Vantage Circle
Global Head of People & Talent at Startup Talent & HR
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Talent Acquisition Manager at Swag42
HR Executive at NITSAN
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Talent Acquisition Specialist at Omnisend
HR Professional, Key Partnerships Manager at aqua cloud
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Principal Associate and Head - Client Success Management at NamanHR
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Head of HR at Swag42
Talent Sourcing, Acquisition & Management Specialist| Senior Recruitment Consultant at Keller Executive Search
Principal Associate at NamanHR
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Talent Acquisition Team Lead, Team Development Specialist at OBRIO
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HR Consultant & Leader at Talenting
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Companies should incorporate employee recognition activities regularly, ideally on a daily or weekly basis for informal recognition, and monthly or quarterly for more formal acknowledgments. Consistent, timely recognition is more effective than infrequent, large-scale events. A mix of spontaneous appreciation and structured recognition programs helps maintain a culture of appreciation. The frequency may vary based on company size and culture, but making recognition a habitual part of operations is crucial.
Employee recognition programs can significantly boost workplace productivity by increasing motivation, job satisfaction, and engagement. When employees feel valued for their contributions, they're more likely to go above and beyond in their roles. These programs also foster a positive work environment, reduce turnover rates, and encourage innovation, all of which contribute to higher overall productivity and better business outcomes.
Small businesses can implement cost-effective employee recognition ideas such as public acknowledgment in team meetings, personalized thank-you notes from leadership, flexible work hours as a reward, peer-to-peer recognition systems, and spotlight features on company websites or social media. Non-monetary rewards like additional responsibilities or learning opportunities can also be highly effective. The key is consistency and sincerity in recognizing employees' efforts and achievements.
Key metrics to measure the success of an employee recognition program include employee engagement scores, retention rates, productivity levels, and absenteeism rates. Customer satisfaction scores can also indicate improved employee performance. Surveys gathering feedback on program satisfaction and impact on motivation are valuable. Additionally, tracking the frequency and distribution of recognition across departments can ensure equitable implementation. ROI can be calculated by comparing program costs to improvements in these areas.
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