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Recognition, Upgraded
Toolieee, EngageWith, and Multiplier are here to help you celebrate your team like never before.
✨ Hellooo HR Friends! ✨
We’re halfway through the week, so let’s make it a good one.
Did you know that back in the day, HR tasks like payroll were done manually? Yep, people actually calculated salaries by hand. Can you imagine? 😅
Fast forward to today, and tools like Multiplier are making payroll, compliance, and global HR a breeze, while EngageWith is turning employee recognition into a fun, real-time experience. From spreadsheets to automated magic, we’ve officially leveled up.
And of course, you’ve got to meet our superstar mascot, Toolieee! 🎉 Slightly sassy, totally adorable, and always ready to make your day brighter — Toolie is here to say hello and show you all the fun stuff we’ve got lined up.


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Reboot HR Wednesday gives you more than tools — it’s a chance to stay ahead, learn smarter, and bring creative solutions to your team. Take a look at these upcoming webinars to boost your HR expertise:
Unlocking Human Potential at Work: Motivation Meets NLP | Wednesday, October 15
Join us for an exciting virtual event on Unlocking Human Potential at Work: Motivation Meets NLP! 🎉 Dive into powerful strategies to inspire and motivate your team. Don’t miss out on this transformative experience!Beyond Paychecks: Battle-Tested Secrets from a CEO to Retain Top Talent in 2025 | Friday, October 17
Ready to elevate your talent retention strategies? Join us on Oct 17 for Beyond Paychecks: Battle-Tested Secrets from a CEO to Retain Top Talent in 2025! Discover insights that will help you keep your best team members happy and engaged. Don’t miss out!Becoming a Total Rewards Thought Partner | Tuesday, October 21
Join us on October 21st for our virtual event, Becoming a Total Rewards Thought Partner! Learn how to enhance your role and drive impactful rewards strategies. Don’t miss out on the insights and connections! 🎉 Register now and be part of the conversation!
Think of these sessions as your weekly knowledge boost — explore new ideas, learn from experts, and bring back insights that make a real impact on your team.

And that’s a wrap for this Reboot Wednesday! 🎉
We hope you picked up some cool ideas, had a little fun, and maybe even smiled at our sassy little mascot, TOOLieee 😎
Until next time, grab a coffee ☕, take a deep breath, and keep making HR awesome. Toolieee and we’ll see you next Reboot Wednesday! 👋
— Team TSOW







