Passport Unlimited Blog

news and information

Get news, updates and suggestions designed to help you improve you benefits and put smiles on the faces of your employees/members.

Blog Posts

Why Offering a Discount Program Can Help With Employee Retention

Employee Retention, Reward, Motivate, Retain

Why Offering a Discount Program Can Help With Employee Retention

As companies continue to compete in a constantly evolving and competitive job market, many employers are looking to invest in employee retention programs to enhance their recruitment and retention efforts as well as keep their current employees engaged and motivated. To improve employee retention and help with recruitment efforts, discount programs have become an increasingly popular way employers are attracting and retaining talent. Find out why implementing a discount program for your employees is a good strategy and can contribute to employee satisfaction and loyalty.

Boosts Employee Engagement and Satisfaction

Offering discounts through a company program can show your employees that you care about their well-being. A LinkedIn article says research has shown that employees who experience positive levels of well-being are more engaged in their work and more productive overall. This is because they are more likely to feel motivated and energized, which can lead to higher levels of performance. When employees feel valued and appreciated, they are more likely to stay with their employer and contribute to the company's growth.

Facilitates Cost Savings for Employees

Discount programs can provide employees with valuable discounts on everyday expenses, such as restaurants, fitness, entertainment, more. The savings from these discounts can add up significantly over time, increasing their overall disposable income. In turn, this can contribute to increasing employee morale and reducing financial stress.

Customizable Program

A great benefit of Passport's employee discount program is the flexibility we can offer and the many partnerships we have. Companies have the ability to customize their discount program according to employee needs, preferences, and demographics. You'll have a custom branded website that showcases the discounts available to your employees. Content is easy to access and is organized by category and you can search it by keyword. Contact us to schedule a demo to learn more about our platform.

Company Culture

Many factors affect company culture, however, according to BambooHR, the most impactful ones are, leadership and management, company mission and values, benefits and perks, and growth and development opportunities. Some other key elements to take into consideration:

  • Tailor the discount program to meet the specific needs of your employees.
  • Include a variety of offerings, such as retail discounts, entertainment options, wellness services, or local businesses.
  • Consider city specific and country specific discounts.
  • Clearly communicate the existence of the discount program to employees.
  • Provide information on how to access and redeem discounts, emphasizing the value it adds to their overall compensation package.
  • Keep the discount offerings fresh and relevant by regularly updating the program.
  • Clearly communicate any terms and conditions associated with the program.
  • Measure the return on investment (ROI) in terms of employee retention and satisfaction.
  • Establish a way for employees to provide feedback on the program.

Offering discount programs is an effective way for businesses to boost their employee retention rates and provide long-term benefits to their employees that can increase satisfaction, morale, and a sense of financial security.