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Old 12-05-2020, 11:49 PM   #1
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We are so grateful for the excellent job our construction crew managed to accomplish earlier this year, and we are looking for ideas for showing appreciation without going overboard or being a cheapskate. When you get older, sometimes it’s hard to be in the now, as opposed to the’70s, and it would be good to do this just right. Suggestions would be appreciated. There are four of them. Thanks.
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Sue...I think you've already got a few good ideas here but if you really want to take it to the next level, I have two suggestions on top of whatever reward you decide on:

1. Include heartfelt handwritten letters that sincerely tell them what their efforts meant to you. Gifts are great but long after the booze is gone, they will remember and talk about that letter (and it might help them get some additional business too).

2. Sounds like these guys/gals recognized your predicament and did everything in their power to give you a great experience and reduce your stress. I suggest that you send their spouse/family/significant other a note as well, possibly with a small gift certificate, recognizing them for their understanding and patience when so much focus and time undoubtedly took the workers away from their families. Those workers will never forget you.

Whatever you decide on, I think it's awesome that you are thinking this way.
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Old 12-06-2020, 12:00 AM   #2
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Sue...I think you've already got a few good ideas here but if you really want to take it to the next level, I have two suggestions on top of whatever reward you decide on:

1. Include heartfelt handwritten letters that sincerely tell them what their efforts meant to you. Gifts are great but long after the booze is gone, they will remember and talk about that letter (and it might help them get some additional business too).

2. Sounds like these guys/gals recognized your predicament and did everything in their power to give you a great experience and reduce your stress. I suggest that you send their spouse/family/significant other a note as well, possibly with a small gift certificate, recognizing them for their understanding and patience when so much focus and time undoubtedly took the workers away from their families. Those workers will never forget you.

Whatever you decide on, I think it's awesome that you are thinking this way.
What great, thoughtful ideas, and well worth the effort. These guys deserve the best, and it’s very true that their wives and offspring had to make some sacrifices. We’ll have to think of something for them, as well. Thanks so much!
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Old 12-06-2020, 12:18 AM   #3
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As a builder with a crew, you can't go wrong with cash. My guys always acknowledge how nice it is to work for customers that appreciate them and their work.
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Old 12-06-2020, 08:08 AM   #4
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For $5.65-each you can give them a 60-lb bag of TUBE SAND from Lowe's which every pickup truck needs placed above a rear wheel to improve winter traction, so they'll need two bags, one for each rear wheel.

Plus, when the pickup gets really stuck in the snow, you have the sand for spreading under the tires, too ........

Come summer ....... a bag of sand goes good in the bow of a canoe as dead weight ...... to balance out the canoe that's paddled by one lonely, solitary canoe paddler.

Plus, when you really get frustrated and annoyed ...... you can use the bag of sand ..... for a punching bag ..... and punch away on it!

TUBE SAND - 60-lbs - $5.65 ....... wonderful multi-use item! .....

For psychological self-help therapy ...... you can take it for a good long walk ...... carry the bag of sand in both arms as you go for a two mile walk ..... if you can do that ...... you can do anything! ..... ...... better atop both shoulders in a fireman's carry ....... way-to-go!
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Old 12-06-2020, 08:17 AM   #5
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Coming from the construction field, a tip or pat on the back is never expected.
However, acknowledgment of a good job from a satisfied customer goes a long way and is very much appreciated.
Cash and or food of any type or amount is a sure hit. None of the above will be forgotten.
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Old 12-06-2020, 09:14 AM   #6
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Don't know how big the job was but I would suggest cash for the four people who did the work. It's always appreciated.
For the contractor, I would post a great review on BBB or Angies list and forward him a copy. I can tell you first hand that kind words are very uplifting and will make any business persons day. He will not forget it
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How about donating to a shelter, any shelter, on their behalf.

There are lots of unemployed people, veterans, animals. Name it.
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How about donating to a shelter, any shelter, on their behalf.

There are lots of unemployed people, veterans, animals. Name it.
That’s certainly a worthwhile idea, but we would rather make a gift to them, and let them decide what to do with it. If they choose to donate their bonus to a shelter, that’s fine.
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Old 12-06-2020, 11:33 AM   #9
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Sue...I think you've already got a few good ideas here but if you really want to take it to the next level, I have two suggestions on top of whatever reward you decide on:

1. Include heartfelt handwritten letters that sincerely tell them what their efforts meant to you. Gifts are great but long after the booze is gone, they will remember and talk about that letter (and it might help them get some additional business too).

2. Sounds like these guys/gals recognized your predicament and did everything in their power to give you a great experience and reduce your stress. I suggest that you send their spouse/family/significant other a note as well, possibly with a small gift certificate, recognizing them for their understanding and patience when so much focus and time undoubtedly took the workers away from their families. Those workers will never forget you.

Whatever you decide on, I think it's awesome that you are thinking this way.
I personally couldn't agree more on a thoughtful letter thanking them for their great work. Anybody can whip out a 50 or a 100 bill, sorry not much thought in that. I've received many letters from past and current customers and in my opinion that last much longer and carries more meaning from the heart. Best wishes
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I personally couldn't agree more on a thoughtful letter thanking them for there great work. Anybody can whip out a 50 or a 100 bill, sorry not much thought in that. i've recieved many letters from past and current customers and in my opionion that last much longer and carries more meaning from the heart. Best wishes
I propose a combination of thoughts, a Thank You card with a personal note and a $100 +/- bill inside it. That will make a carpenter's day!
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Old 12-06-2020, 12:20 PM   #11
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There were some really interesting and positive ideas, with some comic relief thrown in for good measure. We really appreciate the positive ideas, and will certainly use them. These ideas should be helpful to others who might be “ on the fence” with what makes sense . Hearing it from construction forum members is probably the best approach. Thanks to you all for the guidance. 😎
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Old 12-06-2020, 12:45 PM   #12
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I can assure you that the best possible bonus you could ever give someone that does construction for a living is cash.
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Old 12-06-2020, 05:50 PM   #13
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I can assure you that the best possible bonus you could ever give someone that does construction for a living is cash.
I think the workers would appreciate cash but the owner would probably appreciate a great review more.
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Old 12-06-2020, 06:41 PM   #14
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Sometimes, it's hard to know how much cash, or how to thank the unseen people, like office staff, or family. Sending flowers to the office or home can cover that. They get displayed on the front counter as a thank you to the office, not to an individual, or to the family who supports the person you hired.

My Rotary Club runs a program called "Excellence in the Workplace" where we recognize people in town who have been nominated by a local citizen. It turns out this is a great way to recognize folks who are not in a position to accept gifts, like town or state employees. We recognize about 10 people a year, all at one ceremony that gets media publicity and is replayed on the town TV outlet. Your local Rotary Club may run a similar program.
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