Boost your team’s morale by showing your appreciation all year long! According to a 2023 survey by Nectar, 86.3% of employees report that recognition affects their motivation to succeed at work. Another report by Harvard Business Review shows that 48% of employees who feel uncared for will deliberately reduce their productivity.

During a time when hiring and retention are tough, it’s no secret that keeping employees supported and motivated is a major priority. n a time when hiring and retention are more challenging than ever, supporting your team in meaningful ways matters. A well-designed uniform program can go a long way — showing you’re listening, investing in their experience, and giving them something they’re proud to wear and make their own.

Welcoming New Employees

First impressions are key when it comes to building confidence with new employees. Make new hires feel appreciated from the get-go with uniform options that are made for their specific role. Little details like FLEX fabric can help keep them comfortable throughout the day, while embroidered names or company logos welcome them to the team from the very start.

Year-Round Incentive Programs 

There are many ways to make employee appreciation a regular part of your work culture. Recognizing birthdays, work anniversaries, and other life events is a great way to make sure that everyone on your team feels appreciated. 

Another smart practice is an employee recognition or incentive program. For example, create an Employee of the Year Program, or even an Employee of the Month Award. Decide which criteria are important to you and what values your company supports. Popular areas are safety, efficiency, performance, and customer service.

To recognize extraordinary work or performance, thoughtful and personalized gifts are always a great idea. Consider gifts that can be used and appreciated during the work day, like hoodies, jackets, wind breakers, or specialty team-branded accessories exclusive for awardees.

More Than Just Workwear

Let your team show up as their best selves — in workwear that fits the job and their style. Today’s workwear should go beyond the basics, blending movement, protection, and temperature control with a look that they feel good in. Your uniform program can be both high-functioning and style-forward.

Because when people feel seen in what they wear, they show up with confidence, and that’s good for everyone.

Make Room For Personal Expression

Just because your team has a uniform doesn’t mean they can’t be themselves. Employees appreciate the ability to dress and style themselves as they want, with a cohesive look that still encourages individuality. Choose a uniform program that promotes unity, without conformity. Give your team options, with outerwear, hats, insulating vests, and more. 

Uniform Replacement Schedules

Your team works best when they feel proud of how they look. That’s why it’s important to make sure their workwear lasts. While high-quality, durable workwear means their clothing lasts longer (and saves your bottom line), it’s important your crew knows how to request replacements as needed. Jobs can be messy and unpredictable, and stains and tears can happen. Show you care by having your team’s back with an easy uniform replacement process or schedule. Keep your crew looking—and feeling—good.

Celebrate Your TeamWith a Dickies uniform program, every day is Employee Appreciation Day. Celebrate your staff all year long with workwear that shows you care while also helping them own their look.