Picture this. You’ve juggled priorities, managed back-to-back meetings, smoothed out last-minute issues and helped make everything run seamlessly. Then comes the quiet moment after the rush, and sometimes, no one says thank you.
That silence is more common than you might think.
Feeling valued can come from a small gesture like being thanked at work
New research from Moonpig for Business, reveals that one in five UK employees say they have never been thanked by their employer for a specific work achievement. More than half also say they do not feel valued in the workplace, highlighting how appreciation is not just a nice extra but an essential part of a positive work culture.
The study of 2,000 UK adults found that 53% of employees believe a lack of recognition directly affects their motivation. Nearly six in ten said they would consider leaving their job if their efforts went unnoticed.
What if recognising employees was easier and more affordable than coordinating culture days or team socials?
Small gestures create big results
Sixty-five percent of employees said that receiving a personalised card or note would make them feel valued. Yet one in five say their birthdays are never acknowledged, and a third say their work anniversaries have never been celebrated.
As Laura Dixon, People Director at Moonpig, explains:
“Recognition doesn’t need to be complicated to be meaningful. Remembering birthdays, work anniversaries or simply acknowledging everyday effort can have a huge impact on morale. The key is making people feel seen and appreciated for what they do.”
Making recognition effortless at scale
This insight inspired the creation of Moonpig for Business, a platform designed to help organisations celebrate employees, clients and customers through personalised cards and gifts sent at scale.
The platform enables companies to:
- Send hundreds of branded, personalised cards and gifts in minutes
- Upload recipient lists and schedule deliveries for key dates such as birthdays, milestones and work anniversaries
- Add company logos, personal messages and team signatures for an on-brand and human touch
- Automate recognition so that no special moment is missed, from welcoming new starters to celebrating project wins and long-service achievements
There are no subscriptions or setup fees, and pricing starts from under £3 per card including postage.
With 83% of users reporting stronger engagement and improved morale, Moonpig for Business is proving that meaningful recognition does not have to take time. It just takes thought.
Free cards and 15% off gifts
As the end of the year approaches, the holiday season offers the perfect opportunity for employers to show appreciation. Whether it is a heartfelt thank you for the hard work of the past year or a simple “Happy Holidays,” these moments help people feel valued and connected.
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