Incentive travel is an incredibly valuable tool for companies looking to motivate employees to work hard and reward those who do. When planning an incentive travel program, there are a few things to consider when choosing your destination. Once you’ve set your budget, time frame, and trip objective, you can begin exploring your options! At HPM… Read more »
It’s not enough to have individually talented employees working for your company. You need to have a team that can work efficiently together! In fact, 33% of HR professionals report that poor team collaboration can decrease employee morale. Low morale leads to less productivity which negatively impacts your entire business. A high-performing work team should always be… Read more »
Every company is looking for ways to improve its business. The most productive place to begin making changes is with your employees, who run the front lines and confront the common issues within the business daily. When you set your workers up for success, your company will have a strong foundation, allowing problems to be… Read more »
As the workforce recovers from the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies are deciding to have their employees return to their usual work environment. So why is there still a large percentage of people working from home? Believe it or not, virtual work was not a new concept built around the most recent global… Read more »
You’ve recognized the benefits of incorporating incentive travel into your business, but how do you determine the best destination? An employee incentive program is most effective when designed to suit its audience. The destination must appeal to all your team members and should offer activities that create an unforgettable experience for each employee. Of course, it must… Read more »
In today’s society, there are various things people are eager to learn and share. For the sake of your company’s growth, you must encourage a culture of upskilling and learning among your employees, and one way to do so is through conferences and meetings! Here are a few key ways meetings and conferences can enhance… Read more »
In part 1 of the employee retention series, we discussed how company appreciation travel is a great way to keep your workers satisfied and thriving within their positions. But what about incentive travel, where employees must work efficiently and meet certain goals to receive a chance to go on a company trip? Here are a… Read more »
Employees leave a company for many reasons, most of which are avoidable. Some common reasons for employees leaving a company are lack of recognition, lack of mutual trust, micromanagement, and lack of a genuine work culture. Assessing your current situation is one of the most important steps to improving retention issues. Find out where your… Read more »
How successful you are in sales depends on how well you nurture the skills and qualities needed for the job. Sales training can make a huge difference to a company’s overall performance and improve the well-being of sales representatives. It can inspire them to grow and achieve new areas of success. However, many businesses are… Read more »
Incentive trips can be a powerful motivator for employees and an excellent way to build a positive company culture. Breaking free from the office and meeting your team on a new level is a great way to boost morale. Team building incentive travel is a special and productive way to reward your employees and inspire… Read more »
Corporate incentive travel is a great way to motivate and reward valuable employees or customers. Your travel program can be group or individual, and the destination can be local or international. Every successful incentive travel program begins with careful planning and research. The following tips will help you plan a corporate travel incentive program that fits your… Read more »
Planning an incentive travel program for your company requires a lot of work and preparation. If you start now, you have just enough time to line up the perfect trip for your well-deserving employees or customers. If you weren’t already thinking of Canada as your ideal destination, then you should be now. No matter what… Read more »
When companies are planning their incentive programs, they most often have their minds on destinations far and foreign. Mexico; Italy; Greece; Iceland; these are the kind of alluring and romanticized countries that people think of first for a memorable travel experience. But did you know that we have some amazing and enticing destinations right here… Read more »
After over a year of being hunkered down at home, people are desperate to scratch that travel itch now more than ever. For your company, that means right now is the perfect time to put together an incentive program to motivate employees, attract new customers, or reward the clients who have stuck with you through… Read more »
The conversation around mental health has changed a lot over the last few years. In the last year in particular, the importance of talking about mental health in the workplace has become especially apparent. After all, when you spend 40 hours or more doing something week after week, it’s bound to affect your mental health…. Read more »
Incentive travel is an incredibly valuable tool for companies looking to motivate employees to work hard and reward the ones that do. An incentive travel program will also have palpable benefits for your business too, such as increased employee satisfaction and retention, improved company culture, and greater productivity (and profits!). In order to be an… Read more »
The past year has been challenging and unconventional, to say the least. For travel lovers and anyone working in the travel or tourism industry, the impact of the pandemic has been devastating. But thankfully, with vaccine distribution underway and many countries’ successful efforts to lower case numbers, we can finally start to see the light… Read more »
Video meetings and conference calls have always been valuable tools in business. These technologies allow leaders to connect remote workers, bridge the gap between employees in different branch locations, and collaborate with other industry professionals around the world. But now as we navigate the working world in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the power… Read more »
So, you’ve decided to start an incentive program. You’ve determined your goals, met with an expert to plan the program, and all that’s left to do is announce it, sit back, and wait until it’s time to choose a winner, right? Wrong! Designing a strategic program is only the half the battle of making your… Read more »
A new year brings something new to every industry, and incentive travel is no exception. As the use of incentives to drive business continues to grow, companies are finding that recipients value rewards that they can connect with over simple financial or material gain. So, how is this overall shift toward authenticity in incentive travel… Read more »
As a business owner, one of your most powerful tools for success is your brand. Your brand is your reputation; your identity; the values you represent as a company. Building a distinctive, recognizable brand is the key to engaging your target audience, reaching new customers, and ultimately growing your business. Once you’ve taken the time… Read more »
Incentive programs are an extremely effective tool for businesses to use to motivate employees, show appreciation for their work, and subsequently increase productivity and overall profit. They can, however, be a little confusing when tax season rolls around if it’s your first time using them. As one of the leading companies in the incentive travel… Read more »
Finding motivation at the office can be challenging as the end of the year approaches. Employees are worn out from a long year, workload usually picks up, and on top of it all is the added stress of preparing for the holidays. You might be tempted to let office motivation fall to the wayside as… Read more »
Incentive travel is one of the most effective tools a business can use to boost company productivity and build positive relationships with valuable employees. A luxury trip to an enticing destination is the perfect way to motivate your staff to work harder and show them how much you appreciate their hard work and loyalty! It… Read more »
Running a successful business comes with a lot of responsibility. A good leader knows though, that the key to a profitable enterprise is the hardworking employees that keep it running! Keeping your staff motivated day after day can prove to be a challenge. If you don’t put the time and effort into inspiring your people… Read more »
There are a lot of options to consider when planning an annual business conference for your entire company or franchise organization to make it unique and rewarding for your participants. As you’re sifting through the possibilities for your agenda, it can be hard to determine whether your event and its attendees will truly benefit from… Read more »
When it comes to incentive travel, there are hundreds of incredible destinations to choose from to motivate and reward employees and customers alike. One of the most popular countries where businesses like to send their hardworking employees and loyal clients is Mexico! This destination offers several beautiful areas to choose from—each with its own special… Read more »
With all the great corporate incentive opportunities out there, it can be difficult to determine if your business would benefit more from an employee or customer-oriented plan. Before HPM Associates can put our resources to work for you and design the best program to fit your company’s needs, take the time to explore the advantages… Read more »
Your company may already have an incentive travel program in place, but is it working the way it should and getting results? For many organizations, the answer is no. Here’s how to take charge of your incentive programs and make them work for you: Examine your budget variance Does your incentive program cost more than… Read more »
Planning a corporate event is no small task. Many people underestimate how overwhelming and labor-intensive it can be. Why not lessen your stress and rest assured that your event will go smoothly by hiring third-party help? Here’s why you need an outsourced event planner for your corporate event: Maintain productivity If your employees are spending… Read more »
Studies have shown that about 70 percent of people all across the world work remotely at least once every week. There are also a lot of companies that are bringing employees on board and asking them to work remotely every day. This can help cut your company’s costs while still providing you with the manpower… Read more »
Every January, the Incentive Research Foundation releases their IRF Trends Study to highlight some of the trends that are expected to affect the incentive industry in the coming year. The organization put out their most recent 2019 study a few weeks ago and used it to point out 10 trends that they think will have… Read more »
Do you want to encourage your employees to work together more effectively and help motivate them like never before? There are several different team-building exercises that you can try. But you’re not going to find many that work as well as Coaching With Horses does. Coaching with Horses calls on people to work together to… Read more »
Happy New Year! If you’re a business owner, here’s a tip for the New Year: use incentives to make your business goals a reality. Here’s how your incentive strategy can drive business outcomes: Match your incentive strategy to your goals In order to make your incentive strategy work for your company, make sure your strategy… Read more »
It’s that time of year again—time to plan the company holiday party! If you’ve been tasked with organizing the annual shindig, you might be wondering where to begin. Don’t worry, we have you covered. Here are our top tips for planning an outstanding holiday office party: Pick a date after the New Year To avoid… Read more »
Do you want to light a spark under your employees and get them to work harder than they’ve ever worked before? One way to do it is by creating an incentive travel program for them. It’ll give your employees something to work towards, and as a bonus for you, it should lead to larger profits… Read more »
How well do you know incentive travel? We’re willing to bet that you didn’t know these four incentive travel facts: Employees prefer travel to material rewards By now, you’ve probably heard that people become less satisfied with material things over time, whereas remembering positive experiences continues to make them happy. Companies are taking note and… Read more »
Do you want to motivate your customers to come back to your business over and over again? You can begin by offering them a superior product or service that they just can’t get anywhere else. But you can also take things to the next level by coming up with creative ways to give customers all… Read more »
Are you in the process of planning an important meeting? You should avoid making the meeting too structured or too free-flowing. Most people respond best to meetings that are somewhat structured while also offering up the opportunity to veer off-track when appropriate. They also like meetings that aren’t too long and that provide them with… Read more »
Choosing the right destination for a business meeting is more challenging than you might think. You might be under the impression that picking a destination is as simple as finding a place that has the conference rooms and space you need to conduct successful meetings. But there are so many other things to consider. It’s… Read more »
First introduced in early November 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 was signed into law by President Trump in late December 2017. It called for a number of changes to be made to the Internal Revenue Code, including many that have impacted the hospitality industry. It’s important for you to get a… Read more »
Many companies have been using incentive travel programs for years now in an effort to motivate their employees. But more and more these days, companies are choosing to send their employees on incentive travel trips while also keeping corporate social responsibility in mind. Employees are getting the chance to visit unique locations while, at the… Read more »
Travel has always been one of the big incentives that many employers have offered to their employees for doing a great job. But like all things, incentive travel trends have come and gone over the years as employers have found new ways to keep their employees motivated with enhanced travel options. 2018 is no different… Read more »
Are you having trouble motivating your employees at work? There are many businesses that attempt to fix this problem by offering periodic raises and cash incentives to their employees. But there is actually a much more effective way to do it. Incentive travel will give your employees the chance to earn trips based on their… Read more »
Finding the right hotel for a corporate business meeting or incentive travel program isn’t just about the location: sure, proximity to the airport is important, but that’s not what makes a great stay. The right hotel needs to have many attributes, including helpful staff, delicious restaurants and bars, comfortable and stylish accommodations, and more. Here… Read more »
At HPM Associates, we can help you plan your next big meeting or conference. But we want you to know that we specialize in doing more than just reserving meeting rooms and setting up equipment for companies that need a hand. We also specialize in creating customized trip plans, both for companies that are planning… Read more »
Planning an awards trip for your company can be a great way to boost morale and show your employees you really care about them and the work they do. But setting up the trip and the highlight of the awards ceremony can be daunting tasks, especially if you have never done it before. Check out… Read more »
Are you in the process of planning a business meeting right now? If so, you could go ahead and book a stuffy meeting room in your city to host it. But chances are, you’re not going to end up having a very productive meeting if you take that approach. Instead, you should consider holding your… Read more »
If you are thinking of planning an incentive program or corporate meeting, you might want to consider exploring the world of all-inclusive resorts. HPM Associates can help you plan a variety of programs at an all-inclusive resort that suits your company’s profile, goals, and budget. We have been working with all-inclusive resorts since their inception… Read more »
A large part of planning a business meeting is making sure the food served enhances the entire experience. The food portion of a corporate event often determines its overall atmosphere and success. If you are responsible for hosting business meetings, don’t forget the importance of well-planned menus. Consider Your Location One thing that HPM Associates… Read more »
