--- title: ProService Blog | Employee Engagement & Retention description: Employee Engagement & Retention | --- [![white-logo](https://ourblog.proservice.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PROSERVICE_BLOG_2018/white-logo.png?width=290&name=white-logo.png "white-logo")](https://www.proservice.com/) - What We Offer - [Our HR Solution](https://www.proservice.com/solutions/) - [Payroll](https://www.proservice.com/hawaii-payroll-services/) - [Employee Benefits](https://www.proservice.com/healthcare-benefits/) - [HR](https://www.proservice.com/hr-services/) - [Workers' Comp](https://www.proservice.com/workers-compensation/) - [Risk & Compliance](https://www.proservice.com/risk-compliance/) - [Training & Development](https://www.proservice.com/training-and-development/) - [Multi State HR](https://www.proservice.com/multi-state-hr/) - Resources - [The Employer Resource Center](https://www.proservice.com/employer-resources/) - [Webinars & Guides](https://www.proservice.com/hawaii-business-resources/) - [Blogs](https://www.proservice.com/blog/) - [Client Training](https://www.proservice.com/resources/client-training/) - About Us - [Our Company](https://www.proservice.com/about-us/) - [Careers - We're Hiring!](https://www.proservice.com/career/) - [Customer Stories](https://www.proservice.com/customer-stories/) - [Refer a Friend](https://www.proservice.com/referral-program/) - [Press Room](https://www.proservice.com/press-room/) - [Contact Us](https://www.proservice.com/contact-us/) Login × - [Manager Portal](https://phi.prismhr.com/phi/dbweb.asp?dbcgm=1) - [Employee Portal](https://phi.prismhr.com/phi/auth/#/login?lang=en) - [ISolved Login](https://proservice.myisolved.com/UserLogin.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fdefault.aspx) - [UltiPro Login](https://proservice.ultipro.com/Login.aspx) - my Hi HR Login - [myHiHR Manager Self Service Login](https://hih.prismhr.com/hih) - [myHiHR Employee Self-Service Login](http://hih-ep.prismhr.com/) ![payroll-banner-img](https://ourblog.proservice.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PROSERVICE_BLOG_2018/payroll-banner-img.png?width=1600&name=payroll-banner-img.png "payroll-banner-img") ## PROSERVICE BLOG FEATURED BLOG POST ## [Engaging Hawaii's Next Workforce: Gen Z](https://ourblog.proservice.com/engaging-hawaiis-next-workforce-gen-z) For years, the spotlight has been focused on Millennial members of the workforce, but that’s about to change;... 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Countries like France embrace this challenge by closing shop... [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/6-ways-to-keep-employees-motivated-this-summer) ### [Six Ways to Recognize Employees and Drive Engagement](https://ourblog.proservice.com/six-ways-to-recognize-employees-and-drive-engagement) By [Ruth Erickson](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/ruth-erickson) National Employee Appreciation Day may have passed, but it doesn’t mean employee recognition should end. In fact, according to Forbes, recognition is the number one thing employees want in order to stay inspired and produce great work. [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/six-ways-to-recognize-employees-and-drive-engagement) ### [Six Creative Ways to Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day](https://ourblog.proservice.com/six-creative-ways-to-celebrate-employee-appreciation-day) By [Michelle Steitz](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/michelle-steitz) Do you have a “Best Boss Ever” mug on your desk? Or did your staff bring in treats to thank you for your leadership last October? National Boss Day is commonly celebrated across offices, but what about honoring your employees for their hard work? [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/six-creative-ways-to-celebrate-employee-appreciation-day) ### [5 Creative Ways to Keep Your Healthcare Staff Happy](https://ourblog.proservice.com/5-creative-ways-to-keep-your-healthcare-staff-happy) By [Ruth Erickson](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/ruth-erickson) Whether your practice has been treating patients for years or you are just getting started, you need great employees in order to be successful. Failing to keep high performers can leave your practice understaffed, with a less qualified workforce,... [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/5-creative-ways-to-keep-your-healthcare-staff-happy) ### [The Holiday Bonus Guide for Small Businesses](https://ourblog.proservice.com/the-holiday-bonus-guide-for-small-businesses) By [Ruth Erickson](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/ruth-erickson) With the end of the year quickly approaching, many small business owners are starting to consider giving their employees a holiday, or year-end, bonus. And it’s not a bad idea! According to World at Work, 82% of employers give out bonuses. 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Employees who are happy tend to work better, stay at their jobs longer, and produce higher quality results than those that are unhappy at work. And the benefits don’t end there. High-performing employees... [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/play-for-keeps-how-to-re-energize-your-team) ### [The Importance of Learning and Development Opportunities](https://ourblog.proservice.com/the-importance-of-learning-and-development-opportunities) By [Michelle Steitz](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/michelle-steitz) In today’s business world, employees want more than a stable paycheck and decent living–they want fulfilling careers. That’s about more than money: People want to learn new skills and to understand how their work contributes to the company’s success. [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/the-importance-of-learning-and-development-opportunities) ### [6 Ways to Boost Customer Happiness](https://ourblog.proservice.com/six-ways-to-boost-customer-happiness) By [Ruth Erickson](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/ruth-erickson) Did you know it’s much easier to keep a loyal customer than acquire a new one? Returning customers spend more and buy more often, and refer friends and family. In fact, according to Harvard Business Review, strengthening your customer relationships... [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/six-ways-to-boost-customer-happiness) ### [6 Factors for Your Engagement Program](https://ourblog.proservice.com/six-factors-to-consider-when-building-an-employee-engagement-program) By [Ruth Erickson](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/ruth-erickson) When it comes to developing an employee engagement plan, the importance and necessity of it is enthusiastically agreed upon by most business owners—regardless of the industry or company size. [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/six-factors-to-consider-when-building-an-employee-engagement-program) ### [We Before Me: 4 Ways to Build a Team-First Work Culture](https://ourblog.proservice.com/we-before-me-4-ways-to-build-a-team-first-work-culture) By [Ruth Erickson](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/ruth-erickson) As a manager, when you think of your workforce, there are two primary entities involved: the individual person and the collective team. 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I’m willing to bet you would jump at the chance to get this in place. Well, with an employee coaching program, you can. [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/5-steps-to-launching-an-employee-coaching-program) ### [8 Simple Ways to Improve Employee Wellbeing](https://ourblog.proservice.com/8-simple-ways-invest-well-employees) By [Trisha Nomura](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/trisha-nomura) When you feel good, you perform well. Whether that’s physically, emotionally, or mentally, wellness plays a critical role in overall performance. And while this is commonly known amongst athletes, taking care of your well-being actually positively... [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/8-simple-ways-invest-well-employees) ### [10 Ways to Recognize Employees for Under  $30](https://ourblog.proservice.com/10-ways-to-recognize-employees-for-under-30) By [Ruth Erickson](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/ruth-erickson) Just like your people, rewards are not all created equal. But the undertone of all rewards is the same: A job well done. Great work. We appreciate you. [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/10-ways-to-recognize-employees-for-under-30) ### [The Value of Investing in Your Employees](https://ourblog.proservice.com/investing-in-your-employees) By [Samantha Switalski](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/samantha-switalski) In today’s modern workplace, investing in your employees is critical to your success. At ProService Hawaii, we’ve found that employers who invest in the growth and development of their employees are more likely to attract the most talented... [read more](https://ourblog.proservice.com/investing-in-your-employees) ### [How to Keep Your Best Employees](https://ourblog.proservice.com/keep-best-employees) By [Jody Aadland](https://ourblog.proservice.com/author/jody-aadland) Below is an excerpt from ProService Hawaii’s latest ebook “Employee Retention in Hawaii: Strategies and Insights for Small Businesses”. 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