Employee recognition is more than just a gesture—it’s an opportunity to create lasting impact. While some awards are easily forgotten, luxury awards serve as cherished symbols of achievement and appreciation. Here’s why premium awards make all the difference in fostering a culture of excellence.
Tangible Memories
Unlike monetary bonuses, which can quickly be spent and forgotten, luxury awards have a long life. They become cherished possessions, fashionable pieces, a physical reminder of both the recipient’s hard work and the company's gratitude, and in some cases it can be passed down as an heirloom depending on its value – such as a custom ring. When choosing an award meant to symbolize an employee’s accomplishments, it’s important to make this connection. Does the company treasure the dedicated employee, or do they equate their efforts to a cheap and impersonal trinket? Is this an item the employee could buy themselves, or is it a special award they can only get by earning it? The symbolic nature of a tangible award can be a powerful trait.
Cultivating a Culture of Excellence
When employees see their peers being recognized for outstanding performance with premium awards, it sets a benchmark, subtly encouraging others to strive for excellence and achieve similar recognition. It also sets a standard for the way the company presents itself. It’s easy to become casual when dealing with internal matters. Luxury awards show that even when customers aren’t around, the company holds itself to a high standard.
Customization
Luxury corporate awards can be tailored to fit the occasion, showcasing that the company pays attention to the finer details and truly values its workforce. It’s important to understand that luxury is not the only detail needed to really make an impact. When a company takes the time to customize an award for their employees, they are not just recognizing their hard work, they are about saying, “Hey, we see you, we appreciate you, and we took the time to make this special for you.” This personalized approach can greatly influence how employees feel about their workplace and their contributions.
An Investment
Many business leaders are reluctant to pay for higher-quality premium awards when other cheaper options are available, like mass-produced plaques or tumblers. Even the most tasteful of those less expensive options, however, can’t achieve the effects of a higher-end award.
Many recent studies have shown that when a company wants to recognize employees, investing in effective recognition and achievement awards is truly an investment in the business itself. The benefits only increase as the award becomes more effective: showing that time, effort, and conscious consideration have gone into creating something the recipients will value for a lifetime. At E.A. Dion, we often hear stories from jewelry recipients about how excited they are to either have received or to be receiving one of the products we have made for them.
The good news is, powerful and impressive awards, even customized ones, don’t have to break the bank. Working with an experienced Account Manager at E.A. Dion allows for solution-focused collaboration to create custom jewelry awards that can fit a wide variety of needs and budgets.
Conclusion
Investing in luxury corporate awards, like jewelry, as a part of employee recognition strategies can make the crucial difference. Not only do they serve as a token of appreciation, but they also strengthen the bond between the employee and the organization, encouraging them to continue their journey and contribute to the company's vision. Unlike generic awards, they create moments that stick, fostering a culture of excellence where people feel valued and seen.
Get Started with Dion
When choosing an award, it’s important to have a supplier who will provide high quality care and expertise to match their products. At Dion, our dedicated Account Managers and talented Design Team work with you to create the perfect custom award for any occasion. Getting started is easy - simply This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. give us a call, or fill out our New Project form. Not sure what you’re looking for? Browse our gallery of past products for inspiration!
