Perks That Pay Off: Unlocking the Power of Non-Wage Compensation 

Attracting and retaining top talent isn’t just about salary—non-wage compensation can be a game-changer for employee satisfaction and business success. Join us for a discussion on creative ways to boost morale, increase productivity, and improve retention through incentives, benefits, and perks beyond hourly wages. From sales and productivity bonuses to healthcare options and workplace perks, we’ll explore how to design and implement these programs effectively. 

You’ll learn: 

• Strategic Incentives: Discover how bonuses, commissions, and performance-based rewards can drive productivity and sales. 

• Smart Benefits: Learn about healthcare options, retirement plans, and other benefits that add long-term value for employees and your business. 

• Practical Implementation: Gain insights on where to start, how to structure incentive programs, and why investing in non-wage compensation can strengthen your bottom line. 

As Mother’s Day approaches, savvy florists are carefully tracking their expenses and adjusting

With consumers spending more on experiences, it is imperative that florists’ amp up their marketing and offer products and services that set them apart.

Ensure your staff is trained — and incentivized — to get the most out of every Mother’s Day sale.

Just over a third of Americans — mostly young adults in higher income households with children — purchased flowers and plants for Mother’s Day in 2024, according to an Ipsos consumer poll conducted earlier this month on behalf of the Society of American Florists.  

Forecasting sales is a key part of preparing for busy business periods. Accurate projections help inform decisions about how much product to buy and how many employees are needed to handle the volume, ultimately ensuring smoother operations and greater profitability.

Join us for insights into key human resource strategies to strengthen your team, and your business. We'll cover the importance of job descriptions and handbooks, tools and apps that streamline HR, and effective ways to set clear policies, including tips for handling cell phone use and social media expectations. Get ready to learn practical approaches to build a cohesive and well-managed team."

Takeaways:

1. Leveraging Job Descriptions and Handbooks: Understand how well-crafted job descriptions and employee handbooks can align expectations, reinforce culture and clarify roles for a stronger team.
2. Team Management Tools: Learn about apps and resources that help you manage communication, scheduling, and performance tracking with ease.
3. Clear Policies for Cohesion: Get guidance on setting and enforcing straightforward policies, including guidelines for cell phone and social media use, to keep your team focused and professional.

 An employee handbook is more than just a collection of company rules—it’s the secret ingredient in the recipe for a thriving, drama-free workplace. Here are some key reasons why every company, regardless of size, should have one. 

Verbiage to communicate price increases due to tariffs, for counter and contracts. 

Tariffs & Trade: Navigating Market Shifts

Wondering how new tariffs on Canada and Mexico—plus additional tariffs on China—will impact your business and the floral industry? Join SAF for an Ultimate Roundtable featuring industry experts sharing insights on how businesses are adapting and how the market could evolve. Plus, SAF Chief Economist Charlie Hall, Ph.D., will provide an economic update and discuss how tariffs might affect both the broader economy and your bottom line. This event is open and free for all SAF members. Non-members can register for $9.99.

What you’ll learn:

• How tariffs impact floral imports and pricing
• Strategies for adapting to market shifts
• Economic insights that inform your business decisions