Brett Hellman

Brett Hellman is the CEO of Matter, dedicated to crafting a product that makes work more joyful and meaningful. He’s passionate about designing tools that help teams feel recognized, valued, and engaged.
Performance & Feedback
Kudos Synonyms to Help You Show Appreciation [2024 Guide]
This post features kudos synonyms: learn new ways to express appreciation and gratitude! Explore our list of alternatives to "thank you" and discover creative ways to show your appreciation.
Brett Hellman
Jan 31, 2023
4 Min Read
Product
Employee Rewards by Matter on Slack & Microsoft Teams!
Today's the day! Matter is officially launching Rewards with the goal to supercharge Feedback Friday (team recognition ritual).
Brett Hellman
Jan 25, 2023
2 Min Read
Communication & leadership
#1 Guide to Microsoft Teams Apps in 2024
Guide to Microsoft Teams apps complete guide. Learn why they are essential for any business, and get up-to-date tips to maximize their potential.
Brett Hellman
Dec 6, 2022
5 Min Read
Communication & leadership
How to Praise an Employee and Why It Matters in 2024
How to praise an employee for a job well done and better productivity in the workplace.
Brett Hellman
Jan 9, 2023
5 Min Read
Communication & leadership
Why Is Peer-to-Peer Recognition Important? [4 Reasons Why]
With so many great benefits, prioritizing peer recognition is essential in creating a successful business. Let's discuss the various ways in which peer recognition is important, and why your company should implement it.
Brett Hellman
Dec 27, 2021
6 Min Read
Performance & Feedback
Everything to Know About Peer Review Templates in 2024
Peer reviews are an excellent way for people on your team or in your industry to give constructive feedback about your products and services. This article discusses the metrics that should be considered when making a peer review feedback template and provides links to templates from leading industries. There are also software resources that can help you create a professional-looking template that won't take hours of work!
Brett Hellman
Dec 14, 2021
8 Min Read
Performance & Feedback
Peer Review Feedback Forms (+10 Writing Strategies)
People want to get feedback on the job as often as possible, which means that the old way of giving annual or semi-annual reviews just won’t cut it anymore. Instead, the peer review process is a brilliant way to provide feedback on another individual's work in a timely fashion. 
Brett Hellman
Dec 13, 2021
8 Min Read
Performance & Feedback
Peer Review Examples (+14 Phrases to Use)
Peer review feedback is a form of evaluative feedback that benefits both the person being reviewed and the reviewer. Unlike typical methods, this type of feedback focuses on strengths as well as areas for improvement. It may seem challenging at first, but it gets easier with practice! This article will go over some examples of what makes good peer review feedback, along with tips on giving it to remote teams.
Brett Hellman
Dec 12, 2021
6 Min Read
Performance & Feedback
2024 Comprehensive Guide on Peer Review Feedback
Peer review feedback is a powerful tool for improving your workplace skills. In a nutshell, peer review feedback benefits both individuals and teams by enabling them to continually improve their skills, which also spells out good news for businesses that deploy it.
Brett Hellman
Dec 11, 2021
7 Min Read
Communication & leadership
Words of Appreciation for Coworker (5 Tips + 4 Benefits)
Expressing words of appreciation for coworkers is essential to creating good relationships with colleagues. Gratitude can create a positive workplace culture as well as make work more fun!
Brett Hellman
Dec 10, 2021
7 Min Read
Communication & leadership
Thank You Notes to Coworkers [15 Tips & Examples]
Writing a thank you note to coworkers for a gift or even for their contribution to a project is a great way to build positive relationships at work. The most important thing is to express sincere gratitude.
Brett Hellman
Dec 1, 2021
8 Min Read
Communication & leadership
Thank You Letter to Coworkers When Leaving a Job (5 Tips + Guide)
It’s always a good idea to send a thank-you letter to coworkers when leaving a job. This allows you to express your gratitude and depart on good terms!
Brett Hellman
Nov 30, 2021
6 Min Read
Communication & leadership
Thank You Letter to Coworkers [Examples + Tips]
If you’re questioning whether or not you should write a thank-you letter to coworkers, the answer is always yes! There are numerous benefits of showing gratitude at work, both for your coworkers and for yourself.
Brett Hellman
Nov 29, 2021
8 Min Read
Communication & leadership
Thank You Email to Coworkers [Examples + 7 Tips]
Sending a thank-you email to coworkers is an easy way to show your gratitude. Of course, there are pros and cons when sending a thank you email rather than a handwritten note.
Brett Hellman
Nov 28, 2021
7 Min Read
Communication & leadership
How to Say Thank You to Coworkers [2024 Guide]
Knowing how to say thank you to coworkers can seem like a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be! When you know what to look for, you’ll always find something to be grateful for at work and, with a little practice, you’ll be more comfortable expressing it.
Brett Hellman
Nov 26, 2021
8 Min Read
Performance & Feedback
How to Send Feedback When You’re Collaborating Online
As we continue to transition our work lives to virtual settings, it's important to remember the power of collaboration! Here, we provide some tips to make it easier to work with your team, while working from home.
Brett Hellman
Nov 25, 2021
4 Min Read
Performance & Feedback
2024 Ultimate Guide on Continuous Feedback
Continuous feedback is a powerful tool that can make that post-performance review boost a part of everyday life in the office.
Brett Hellman
Nov 24, 2021
7 Min Read
Performance & Feedback
2024 Guide on Continuous Feedback Performance Management
If traditional performance management isn’t cutting it, consider taking things a notch up with continuous feedback performance management: the high-powered way to get results! 
Brett Hellman
Nov 23, 2021
6 Min Read