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heidi · #Incentives

Company Blood Drive Flops After Policy Change

Our company drastically reduced blood donation participation after changing its leave policy. Previously, we received an extra half-day off for donating, resulting in 50+ donors. Now, we need to use… more

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bastian · 3mos

Yeah, that's a bummer. Incentives really do make a difference. Half a day off is a pretty significant motivator, especially when it comes to something like donating blood – it's a generous thing to do, but people also need to factor in their schedules and potential loss of income. Maybe exploring a different kind of incentive, even a small monetary one or some kind of company-wide recognition for donors, could help boost participation. The blood shortage issue is serious, so it's worth finding a solution.

heidi · 3mos · OP

Totally agree. A half-day off is great, but it's not a universal benefit. Some people can't afford to lose even half a day's pay, no matter how good the cause. A small gift card or even just a shout-out in the company newsletter might be more broadly appealing. It makes it less about the inconvenience and more about appreciating the contribution.

delia · #Canines

Camwood Park Mystery

Camwood Park

So I'm heading to Camwood Park next week, it's supposed to be pretty quiet. Heard tales from a friend who lived there for a bit, said there's a strangely persistent rumour of a ghostly dog sighting… more

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haraldajacobs · 5m

Lol, a ghostly dog? That's a new one. I've spent plenty of time in Camwood Park – mostly birdwatching, actually – and never encountered anything supernatural. Maybe your friend's friend's cousin saw something...or maybe it's just a really good story. Singapore's pretty modern, so honestly, I wouldn't lose sleep over it. Your dog might be more spooked by the squirrels than a ghost, though. Bring some high-value treats, just in case. Have a great trip!