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Start honoring Employee Retirement now! Create a unique corporate gift shop & give your retirees the power to choose. Begin their journey of care and appreciation today!
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Show up for your employees! Give employees the well-deserved recognition they deserve with your gift shop. They’ll be able to treat themselves to food, swag, remote work accessories, and more.
Imagine spending decades dedicating every day, every hour, each passing minute to one single purpose, one cause - Work! Then, one fine day, you stand at the edge of that chapter, peering into the abyss of a new journey, a journey of bidding farewell to your work life. This is Employee Retirement, a stage as significant as it is inevitable!
Retirement isn't just a professional milestone. It's bittersweet symphony of joy, relief, apprehension and nostalgia! It's a poignant moment filled with laughter and tears, memories and well-wishes. It's an occasion worth celebrating.
Retirement parties are a specially curated farewell, an expression of gratitude towards the employee. Fun speeches, gag gifts, a retirement cake and a gold watch hold traditional significance in these celebrations. They symbolise the culmination of the employee's time and contribution.
Retirement is more than just stepping away from work. It's a rite of passage from one's work life to a life of relaxation and finally having the time to pursue passions and hobbies that were on the back burner.
So, why is this moment worth celebrating to the hilt? Well, dear reader, it is because retirement is the end of an era and the beginning of a new existence. A toast to the years of sheer grit and a pat on the back for the accomplishments. It’s celebrating the legacy one has built over the years.
Employee Retirement? It's gratification, appreciation and every bit worth the salute! So let’s celebrate it with fervor, honoring the retiree's dedication and commitment!
At Stadium, we make employee retirement extra special by offering a convenient, comprehensive and customizable gifting experience. Our unique shop feature enables businesses to set up dedicated, personalized gift shops to celebrate employees' significant career milestone - retirement. Employees can select the gift of their preference from an extensive collection of food, work, play and swag items. With Stadium, sending farewell gifts to retiring employees, regardless of their location worldwide, has never been easier or more enjoyable.
Give your retiring employees a memorable farewell with our innovative gifting platform. Don't just gift, gift wisely with Stadium. Create your own giftable shop for employee retirement and realize the joy of personalized gifting. It is not just about marking an end but celebrating a new beginning in a retiree's life. Make your employees feel valued for their dedication and years of service. Choose Stadium and experience gifting like never before.
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When it’s time for an employee retirement celebration, a combination of warmth, respect, recognition, and most importantly, an outpouring of sentiment often resonates within the workplace. This milestone is typically celebrated with speeches, mementos, or special retirement parties, symbolizing the end of a significant chapter in a professional’s life.
In a work setting, retirement celebrations vary from grand office parties to small intimate gatherings. They may consist of slideshow presentations celebrating the retiree’s achievements, sharing anecdotes that inspire laughter or gifting a specially curated retirement souvenir.
There’s a beautiful sacredness in the act of gifting during retirements. The right gift can be a vessel carrying all the goodwill and emotions of years spent together in a workplace, creating a lasting emotional bond.
Finding the perfect gift is essential. Selecting a personalized item that tells a story or captures a significant moment holds a unique charm. This token of appreciation reminds the retiree of their valued contribution and the unforgettable memories they’ve made with their colleagues.
Retirement celebrations in a professional context represent a beautiful paradox of feelings- the joy of starting a new chapter, the nostalgia of saying goodbye, and the excitement for what lies ahead. Ultimately, it signifies the closing of one door and the opening of another, filled with endless opportunities to explore.
The concept of employee retirement has a rich and fascinating history, reflecting societal, economic, and cultural changes over the centuries. The origins of retirement can be traced back to the Roman Empire when soldiers were rewarded with land for their years of service.
However, the form of retirement that we recognize today didn’t really emerge until the 19th and 20th centuries, along with industrialization and the growth of the labour movement. The milestone of importance during this time was Germany’s introduction of the world’s first national pension system in 1889, under Chancellor Otto von Bismarck.
A few decades later, the Great Depression led many countries to establish their own pension systems to protect older citizens from poverty. In 1935, the United States Congress passed the Social Security Act – a pivotal event in the history of retirement.
Cultural traditions around retirement vary globally, with some cultures celebrating it like a rite of passage and others viewing it as a gradual transition. In Japan, for instance, the tradition of “Nenkin Kinenbi” or Pension Day honours the contribution made by elderly citizens.
Over time, the concept of retirement has evolved. With the increase in life expectancy, many people now view retirement as an opportunity for a new chapter in life – a time for exploration, learning, and personal growth. This shift is reflected in the emerging trends of “phased retirement” and “semi-retirement”, which offer a more flexible transition to this milestone.
The story of employee retirement continues to evolve, with the modern workforce considering retirement more as a journey than a destination. As we move forward, the narrative will undoubtedly change, showing us newer interpretations of this universal life event.
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The impact of gifting
Increase Engagement
Showing your appreciation can lead to increased engagement and motivation.
Improve Retention
When employees feel valued, they’re more likely to stay with you for longer.
Increase Productivity
A more productive workforce is essential for a thriving business.
Enhance Company Culture
Gifting creates a culture of appreciation, leading to better company culture.
Improve Morale
Boosting morale leads to a more productive and positive work environment.
Increase Engagement
Showing your appreciation can lead to increased engagement and motivation.
Improve Retention
When employees feel valued, they’re more likely to stay with you for longer.
Increase Productivity
A more productive workforce is essential for a thriving business.
Enhance Company Culture
Gifting creates a culture of appreciation, leading to better company culture.
Improve Morale
Boosting morale leads to a more productive and positive work environment.
Easily treat 1 or 1000, anywhere in the world
Stadium makes it simple to give novel gifts at scale. Here’s how it works:
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Limitless Features
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Fully Customizable
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Global and Beyond
All shops are available to global recipients, so no one misses out.
Custom Domain
Make your shop extra memorable by connecting a custom domain.
2,000+ Integrations
Power up your shop with 2,000+ integrations via Zapier.
Set Your Currency
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Teams
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