At Inconnection we understand what is required to create solutions that motivate and incentivise. There are three traits inherent in any truly successful motivation plan – focus, repetition and positive reinforcement. Communicating what needs to be done, why it is important and the rewards for success create the initial focus. Ongoing communications, education and performance feedback deliver the vital repetition of that focus. Finally, repeated positive reinforcement through competent coaching and a regular opportunity to earn appealing rewards strengthens the (more…)
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Creating Successful Motivation Plans
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Nov
2011
Case Study – Portugal Meeting & Incentive 2011
In the November/December 2011 edition of Meetings & Incentive Travel (or ‘Meet Pie’ as it’s informally known as!) our very own Ellie Flannery appeared on page 132 talking about one of our many events in Portugal this year. Here is the case study in Ellie’s words. The Client: IT Software Company The event: Meeting and incentive The venue: Tivoli Victoria Hotel, Vilamoura The Participants: 14 global account managers As this is a regular meeting, our specific goal each quarter is (more…)
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Nov
2011
Inconnection’s Top 5 Loyalty & Reward Tips
Loyalty & Reward Tips Many employers see reward programmes as an extra cost they can no longer afford. However cutting back on such activities can have a negative effect on morale can may result in disloyalty at a time when the business can least afford it. Many employees are in fear of losing their jobs due to the current economic climate, leading to increased stress and in some cases, an increased workload due to a reduced headcount. People remember being treated poorly so (more…)
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Nov
2011
St Moritz Ski Incentive
The perfect winter incentive! Winter is just around the corner so now is the time to discuss to consider your companies plans for winter 2011/12. One place that Inconnection and our clients love isSt Moritz in Switzerland. In fact we recently created one of our biggest events in St Moritz back in January 2011 and it’s highly likely that we’ll be organising another incentive event to St Moritz again this winter. The first home of winter sports in the Alps, St Moritz has been (more…)
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Nov
2011
Team Building in Turkey
Most people tend to think of Istanbul when it comes to Turkey and you can see why. Istanbul is a truly magnificent city, forming the bridge between Europe and Asia, and in fact it’s the location of one of ourpast incentives. You can read more about our Istanbul incentive on our company website www.Inconnection.uk.com. A place that some might not have heard of or even thought of as an incentive destination is Antalya, based on the South coast of Turkey. A quick glance at Wikipedia will give (more…)
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Nov
2011
Hong Kong Incentive
Inconnection have created many bespoke incentives to some of the most amazing destinations in the world. Here is one that we designed for Hong Kong. Cosmopolitan, vibrant and diverse; Hong Kong may be best known in the business world as one of the ‘Four Asian Tigers’ thanks to its highly developed economy, but it’s not a purely professional hub. Visitors will find the unique mix of old and new, East and West, industrial and natural (over 70% is made up (more…)
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Nov
2011
The Perfect Incentive
Well okay this isn’t a guide on how to build the perfect incentive but it’s a catchy title. The ‘perfect incentive‘ is in the eye of the beholder as they say so everyone’s idea of the perfect incentive will differ. Instead this is merely a few things to take into account when thinking about your next incentive. Below are a few points that we believe should always be taken into consideration when designing and creating your ‘perfect incentive‘. Involve people in the design of their incentive (more…)
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Nov
2011
Reward Schemes
Reward Schemes – Nothing Motivates Like Merchandise Our recognition tools are perfect for a wide range of uses, including loyal service, incentive and motivation, staff Christmas schemes, special rewards and customer relationship management (CRM). Rewarding loyalty is a small but effective means of aiding staff retention and encouraging staff motivation. Managed properly, it can create a feel good factor that ripples throughout the organisation. The Inconnection basic platform is an off the shelf reward scheme package that is user friendly and offers a wide range of (more…)
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Nov
2011
Christmas Comedy Lunch with Jimmy Carr
Christmas Comedy @ the HAC with Jimmy Carr & special guests This year the Christmas Comedy Lunch is taking place on Friday 16th December at The HAC with Jimmy Carr and special guests. The event promises to be a fabulous afternoon of entertainment, where you will receive a real festive treat of fine dining, drinks and A-list comedy taking place in the stunning artillery garden at the HAC, London. Joining Jimmy Carr will be Geoff Norcott and Mike Gunn to (more…)
