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Achievements

Employee Achievement Awards That Inspire Excellence

Offer awards that encourage results in and out of the workplace—and keep your achievers achieving.

Why offer employee achievement awards?

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Increase engagement

Boost completion rates of company training: workplace safety, data security, onboarding, and more—and see a 353% ROI on your training spend.

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Drive business outcomes

Gamify micro achievements (like making a sale) to drive large-scale wins (like meeting quarterly targets). Employee achievement awards help you align teams to power through company goals together.

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Inspire growth

Inspire your people to grow personally and professionally. Reward learning and development, wellness and fitness, volunteering, social good, and more.

Rated 9.7/10 in terms of employee satisfaction and 90% engagement rate

“As a tech company we’re always looking for ways to keep our team fired up. This was, by far, the most popular program we’ve had this year. People love the recognition and the ability to knock things off their bucketlist.”

Alex Wingert, Director of Culture
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Employee achievements—your (team’s) way

Turn training, to-dos, and targets into milestones they prioritize and complete.

Recurring or One-Time Awards

Choose the cadence of your employee achievement awards. They can be claimable once (say, for onboarding) or every week, month, quarter, or year. 

Customizable Points and Rewards

Keep teams moving and engaged without breaking the bank. Leverage customization and make the little milestones worth their while, too.

Automated, Self-Serve Process

Employees can track progress, report wins, and claim rewards right from the app. So all managers have to do is approve the employee achievements—not handhold the entire way!

employee achievement award from Bucketlist Rewards

Interested? Here’s what’s next

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Meet with one of our retention and culture experts to learn how we can help you build your dream program. (You’ll also score a sneak peek of the platform!)

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Ready to design and launch your program? You’ve got a dedicated team to guide you through the process based on your needs and budget.

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Integrate us with your existing HRIS and tools. Experience a smooth-as-butter launch and feel confident employee data is always up to date.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is employee achievement recognition, and why is it important?

Employee achievement recognition highlights and rewards employees for milestones, exceptional performance, and contributions to company success. Celebrating achievements increases motivation, reinforces positive behaviors, and boosts retention by making employees feel valued.

How does Bucketlist help recognize employee achievements?

The platform automates recognition for key milestones like work anniversaries, project completions, and outstanding contributions. It allows peer-to-peer, manager, and company-wide recognition, ensuring achievements are celebrated in real time. Employees can earn points and redeem rewards, creating a meaningful experience.

Can recognition be tied to company goals and values?

Yes, the platform allows companies to align recognition with core values and business objectives. HR teams can set up custom award categories to reinforce behaviors that drive success. Recognition moments can also be linked to specific KPIs or strategic initiatives.

What types of achievements can be recognized?

Companies can recognize a variety of achievements, including:
– Work anniversaries and tenure milestones
– Sales and performance achievements
– Leadership and innovation contributions
– Teamwork and collaboration efforts
– Going above and beyond in customer service
– Any other custom categories defined by HR

What reward options are available for employee achievements?

Employees can redeem points for a wide selection of rewards, including gift cards, experiences, merchandise, and custom company perks. The rewards catalog can be customized to match workforce preferences, ensuring engagement and excitement.

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