What? They don’t need a boost! They are all so pumped up about their upcoming vacations they can’t stop talking about their plans! No one is getting any work done!

We know it can be a struggle to keep employees focused this time of year while they are daydreaming about picnics, softball games, weekends at the beach and get-togethers with family and friends. Have you tried capitalizing on all that positive energy and enthusiasm by encouraging and rewarding productivity?

Here are a few of ROBYN’s ideas for making this summer memorable for your employees.

Offer incentives. How about a program that rewards employees who put in extra hours or achieve goals with points they can exchange for summer-fun products? That way they have even more to look forward to after hours. Beach towels and grill sets are going to get used! Up the participation rate with a monthly raffle for a day-off for the group that logs extra hours. 

Plan outdoor breaks. Encourage employees to spend their break-time and lunch time outdoors. Host a picnic party (buy tables if you need to) and give everyone an insulated lunch bag in your corporate colors, imprinted with your logo.

Cheer ‘em on. Need to build some camaraderie among employees? Organize a corporate baseball team or walking club. Ask ROBYN to provide you with framed “Exceptional Player” plaques -- you can insert a new photo/name after each game or in honor of those who’ve walked the most miles and hang them in your break room. 

Send employees off with a treat. Want to make certain that employees come back from vacation feeling good about their employer? ROBYN can put together an inexpensive gift-basket you can present the day before an employee says “Sayonara!” with a few essentials like bug spray, suntan lotion and sole-imprinted flip-flops. Not only will you generate good will, you’ll spread your company’s “footprint” along the beach! Add a note telling employees they deserve the break and that you look forward to their safe return…

Think summer… think productivity! To find out how Robyn can help you with your company store call (877) 211-9711 or e-mail info@robynpromo.com to talk about how to give your staff a boost this summer.