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Best practices, case studies, and industry perspectives on channel incentives and performance programs.

Difference Between Rewards and Incentives
Jul 7, 2022

The Difference Between Rewards and Incentives Explained

Rewards come after the fact as recognition; incentives are announced in advance as motivation. We break down the operational difference,…

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Rebate program pros and cons: business team reviewing incentive analytics dashboard
Jun 30, 2022

Rebate Programs: Pros, Cons and How They Work in 2026

A rebate program drives sales lift, protects list prices, and captures first-party data — but carries real administrative, fraud, and…

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Jun 23, 2022

Virtual vs Physical Prepaid Cards: Which Is a Better Reward?

Virtual vs Physical Prepaid Cards: Which Is a Better Reward? When you’re developing an incentive program, one of the most…

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Jun 16, 2022

[Guide] What is Sales Gamification and Does It Work?

If you’ve paid any attention to marketing or business over the last decade, you’ve probably heard the phrase “gamification” thrown…

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Jun 8, 2022

How to Optimize Your Sales Commission Rates by Industry

How to Optimize Your Sales Commission Rates by Industry The last few years have seen a nearly unprecedented shift in…

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Jun 1, 2022

FAQ: Are Gift Cards for Employees a Tax Deduction?

FAQ: Are Gift Cards for Employees a Tax Deduction? Rewards can be a powerful incentive to increase motivation and morale…

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SPIFF incentives program: diverse sales team celebrating at office standup with digital leaderboard showing quarterly results
May 25, 2022

SPIFF Incentives: Complete Guide for Sales Teams 2026

SPIFF incentives (Sales Performance Incentive Fund) are short-term bonus rewards that create urgency and drive targeted sales behaviors. Learn how…

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May 19, 2022

Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Employee Rewards: What’s The Difference?

Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Employee Rewards: What’s The Difference? Every business needs motivated employees. Motivation, morale, and excitement make the difference…

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Sep 5, 2019

Incentive Program Best Practices

We’ve gathered a collection of tips and best practices from keeping it fresh to keeping it simple, all designed to…

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