Creating a Culture of Recognition: March Employee Recognition Dates
With spring on the horizon and daylight saving time starting, the longer days give you more daylight to launch an employee recognition program at your workplace.
March isn't just about St. Patrick's Day - it's a great time to express gratitude and acknowledge your employees, no matter their position or the size of your company. There's bound to be a date in March that you can use to celebrate and appreciate your team!
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March 1 - National Employee Appreciation Day
- One of the most important holidays of the year to mark down in your calendars! National Employee Appreciation Day occurs on the first Friday in March, and employers have the perfect chance to spend the day recognizing employees. Whether it’s through a company celebration or sending a small card to recognize their employee contributions - a gesture can make all of the difference in your company’s culture.
- CardSnacks Suggestion: Choose from our vast Employee Appreciation Day category
March 6 - National Dentist’s Day
- Show appreciation for your team of dentists by sending them personalized cards with gift cards to their favorite restaurant. Share the importance of oral health to spread awareness.
- CardSnacks Suggestion: Check out our Dentist Day category
March 8 - International Women’s Day
- Do girls run the world.. I mean, workplace? On International Women’s Day, show off the hardworking women who ensure the companies’ operations day-in and day-out by highlighting them on social media or in the workplace slack! Public recognition is never a bad thing.
- CardSnacks Suggestions: Choose from our International Women's Day and Encouragement categories
March 11 - National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day
- Today we set aside time to recognize the funeral directors and morticians whose selflessness never goes unnoticed. Between helping families grieve their loved ones and celebrate their lives, they continue to be supportive during difficult moments.
- CardSnacks Suggestions: Our top picks include You Are In My Thoughts & We Are So Grateful
March 12 - Daylight Saving Time Starts, National Working Mom’s Day
- Happy Daylight Saving Time! Do you know someone who always looks forward to the start of longer evenings? Consider sending them a giftcard to their favorite restaurant - the sun will most likely still be out when dessert is served ;)
- For the mom figure(s) in your life, celebrate their inspirational dedication to their careers and families on National Working Mom’s Day. While chocolates and flowers are a go-to, CardSnacks cards are a way to get more personal.
- CardSnacks Suggestion: Check out our Daylight Savings and Thank You categories
March 15 - World Essential Workers Day, National Preschool Teacher Appreciation Day
- Recognition is just as essential as our essential workers! On World Essential Workers Day, take the time to recognize the workers who are often thrown into emergency or crucial situations.
- How are your toddlers doing in preschool? Amongst prioritizing children’s educational development, creating lesson plans, and ensuring their students are in a safe environment, show your kid’s teachers their efforts have not gone unnoticed. After all, there are only a few more months left until the end of the school year!
- CardSnacks Suggestions: Check out our Thinking Of You & Thank You cards. Send a Thank You Teacher card
March 17 - St. Patrick’s Day
- Whether you are celebrating Saint Patrick, or just enjoy the green bagels and cream cheese, don’t forget to wish your friends, family, co-workers and colleagues a Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
- CardSnacks Suggestion: Browse our St Patrick's Day collection
March 18 - Transit Driver Appreciation Day
- Whether you are an employer or a passenger, on Transit Driver Appreciation Day, there are plenty of opportunities to highlight their performance or thank them for always ensuring a safe arrival to your destination!
- CardSnacks suggestion: Our top picks include Have A Great Day See You Soon & Thank You Message
March 19 - Certified Nurses Day, International Client’s Day
- On Certified Nurses Day, thank your certified nurses for their knowledge and services. They hold a critical role in ensuring the safety of all patients are met in hospitals, clinics, and outpatient clinics!
- As a business owner, relationships are important to the success of you and your employees. On International Client’s Day, celebrate your clients for their partnership -- it may even give you a chance to learn something new about your clients!
- CardSnacks Suggestion: For Nurses Nurses Thank You, Nurses Angels Thank You and for clients Thank You For Choosing Our Services, Thanks For Trusting Us
March 21 - National Rosie The Riveter Day,
- As one of the most recognized icons to support women in the workforce, on National Rosie The Riveter Day, send a positive note to the women who make everything so efficient in your office!
- Social workers have a phenomenal impact on their clients - and can often change their clients’ lives. Let’s give them a round of applause for their dedication on World Social Work Day!
- CardSnacks Suggestion: Check out our Encouragement categories for positive affirmations
March 29 - National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day
- Know a local Mom and Pop restaurant or thrift store? While visiting and giving them business is important, don’t forget to recognize the hard work and sacrifices they have made for their business. Celebrate them by sending them words of encouragement.
- CardSnacks Suggestion: Check out some of our encouragement and thank you cards: You Are The Best, Thanks You So Much, and Keep Going
March 30 - Doctors’ Day
- Between taking care of patients, being on call for emergencies, and completing surgeries, doctor’s have a lot on their plate! Let’s show them some recognition for all they do for their community.
- CardSnacks Suggestion: We have a National Doctors Day category with great cards to choose from
March 31 - Anesthesia Tech Day, National Farm Workers Day
- While all healthcare workers play a critical role in caring for patients, Anesthesiologists play an integral part in the medical field. On Anesthesia Tech Day, take the time to recognize their efforts, dedication, and their meticulous attention to detail!
- Between the early mornings, caring for the animals, and keeping a clean farm, farm workers are busy around the clock! Send a small surprise to brighten their day.
- CardSnacks Suggestion: Our favorites include Donut Ever Doubt & Thank You Farmers
What days are you looking forward to this month? Everyday brings the opportunity to recognize those around you - some days are just extra special.
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