15 Ways for Bootstrapped Startups to Reward Top Performers

For a bootstrapped startup, giving monetary rewards to show appreciation to stand-out employees might not be possible in the very beginning. But there are other kinds of rewards and ways of recognizing hard work that experts have found make a larger impact than money.

From shout-outs in all-hands meetings to creating dedicated “kudos” Slack channels, startup founders have created innovative and effective ways to show their appreciation for their employees’ hard work without going over budget. Earnix CMO David Howland joins a panel of Fast Company Executive Board members to provide their best cost-effective ideas for recognizing employees for their excellent work