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Gift Cards, Recognition, and Motivation: 3 Forces That Shape How People & Programs Thrive

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Gift cards, recognition, and motivation — three forces that shape how people and programs thrive. Now, we’re bringing them all together in a new way.

We’re excited to announce the launch of Incentive Insights, a brand-new Spotify podcast powered by the Engage2Reward™ Gift Card Ordering Platform. Each episode dives into the science, stories, and strategies behind incentives that actually work — from employee engagement to public health initiatives and community impact programs.

Where Rewards Drive Results

Hosted by the team behind GiftCard Partners, Incentive Insights features insights from the payments and rewards industries, exploring questions like:

  • What really motivates people to change behavior?
  • How can organizations use incentives to improve outcomes — at work, in wellness, and beyond?
  • Where are digital rewards and compliance-ready gift card solutions heading next?

Whether you manage employee recognition, design wellness programs, or just want to understand what incentivizes human behavior, Incentive Insights brings actionable takeaways you can use right away. Listen now and learn how incentives can transform your organization.

🎙️ Listen Now on Spotify

Tune in to Episode 1, “Transforming Workplace Wellness: The Power of Incentives,” streaming now on Spotify — and subscribe to catch new episodes every month.

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👉 Learn more about the Engage2Reward Platform here

Why Incentive Insights — and Why Now?

The way we recognize and motivate people is evolving faster than ever. Podcast listenership has grown by more than 30% globally in the past three years, as professionals turn to audio for learning and inspiration on the go. At the same time, organizations are rethinking engagement — Gallup reports that only 34% of U.S. employees feel engaged at work, leaving significant room for improvement.

Incentive Insights arrives at this pivotal moment to bridge the gap between what motivates people and how modern organizations can use recognition and rewards to inspire results.

This podcast isn’t just timely — it’s part of a new era of learning, where strategy meets storytelling and data meets human connection.

When Can You Listen?

New episodes of Incentive Insights drop every week, with each installment exploring a unique theme such as workplace culture, wellness engagement, and community-driven incentives.

Whether you’re commuting, brainstorming your next recognition strategy, or simply seeking inspiration, there’s always a fresh episode waiting for you. Just hop onto Spotify anytimeIncentive Insights is ready when you are.

How to Stay in the Loop

Don’t just listen — stay connected. Subscribe to Incentive Insights on Spotify to get instant access to new episodes as soon as they’re released.

Each conversation is packed with practical insights you can use immediately, whether you’re managing teams, building incentive programs, or exploring what truly drives motivation. With every listen, you’ll move closer to mastering the art and science of using rewards to drive results.

What’s Next?

If you’re ready to turn what you’ve heard into action, we’re here to help. Schedule a call with our team to explore how the Engage2Reward Platform can power your organization’s next incentive or recognition program.

Whether you’re designing employee rewards, boosting wellness engagement, or motivating positive behavior change, our experts will guide you in building a program that drives measurable results.

Let’s turn insights into impact — and craft a rewards strategy that truly works for your people and your goals.


Topics: Gift Card Incentives & Rewards, Gift Card Technology, Gift Card Trends, GiftCard Partners, Gift Cards, Bulk Gift Cards
Deborah Merkin
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Deborah Merkin

Deborah Merkin, CEO and Founder of GiftCard Partners™, Inc. and Engage2Reward™ LLC, brings two decades of experience to the forefront of the gift card industry. Armed with a BS from University of Massachusetts Amherst an…

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