- What made you apply for your first job at MM? …
- Do you remember your first day? …
- How has your job changed over the years? …
- What has been your biggest achievement/success? …
- What’s your favourite part of the job? …
- What’s your favourite memory (together?) of the last 15 years?
10 Year Employee Anniversary Celebration
What is something people may not know about you?
“I was a soccer coach for ten years! Two of those years overlapped with the start of Aragon Research–that was a fun challenge to balance!”
What inspired you to start Aragon Research 10 years ago?
“Well, it all started when a client of mine at a large tech firm actually encouraged me to leave my current job to start my own firm. Starting a company with no income while having 2 kids in college was a daunting idea. But after much thought, I knew I needed to. I had my own ideas about what a research and advisory firm should be, and I was ready to build an organization with one simple mission–to help our clients.”
On 3rd December 2020, Liam Day, Managing Director, celebrates his 30th anniversary working at BCQS International. In this post, we ask Liam a few questions about the last 30 years.
Oh gosh, there are so many… and some not appropriate to mention! You can imagine the conversations a group of all women can get into. I would say any time we were able to all get out of the office together and relax, like our trip to the beach for our 20th anniversary. I love when we can get away from the stress of deadlines and connect with one another on a different level.
A lot has changed since Inner Design Studio opened its doors in 1993 – from the size (and location) of our office to the style of our work. To celebrate these changes, we’ve been interviewing some of our longtime employees and clients to get their take on how our company has evolved over time.
Despite the amount of projects we carry and how professional and focused we need to be, our culture is pretty close-knit and fun-loving. We play practical jokes, host birthday parties and have fun team-building events. I love that we are not located downtown so that we can park right outside our front door instead of a parking garage or paid lot. And we’re a two-minute drive to Target. It doesn’t get any better than that!
I would say the company has seen a big transition in how we deliver designs. When I first started, renderings were all still done by hand. Now, that seems antiquated, although I still love how hand sketches look. We’ve also seen and overcome a big jump to Revit software from computer-aided design (CAD). When the new software came out, we weren’t sure how to interface with the architectural drawings, being a firm that only does interiors. Slowly but surely we’re finding our way!
I really enjoy the work. Our founder, Rebecca Donner, has given me so many wonderful opportunities. But more than that, I truly value the people and different personalities that make up the office. We try to support one another, both personally and professionally. I have been here through singleness, dating, engagement, marriage, the death of my father, the birth of my daughter and everything in between. These ladies have been here for me through it all.
FAQ
Is a work anniversary a milestone?
- Customized Company Swag. …
- Create A Service Award Program. …
- Give Them A Shout Out On Social Media (LinkedIn) …
- Check Something Off Their Bucket List. …
- Create A Commemorative Video For Them. …
- Offer To Pay For An Online Course To Learn A New Skill. …
- Help Them Chase A Hobby They Love.
Why is it important to recognize work anniversaries?
How do you celebrate a virtual work anniversary?
Therefore, celebrating work anniversaries during times such as marking their first year or celebrating their birthdays can greatly show how much the company values the new hire, making them feel included. Employees always evaluate their work experience in your company.
