Sam Lepak

Sam Lepak is Head of Growth at Matter, where he spends most of his time talking with the HR leaders, people managers, and founders Matter serves. He writes about recognition, rewards, and employee feedback through that lens — less theory, more what actually works in the teams he talks to each week.

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Employee Rewards
Top 5 Corporate Swag Platforms for Employee Rewards in 2026
Discover the top 5 corporate swag platforms powering employee recognition programs. Compare their features and use cases to see which suits your needs.
Sam Lepak
May 1, 2026
5 Min Read
Productivity
Kudos That Count: Turn Recognition Into a Skills Portfolio
Learn how to turn kudos and recognition into a skills portfolio that showcases achievements, builds credibility, and supports career growth.
Sam Lepak
Mar 24, 2026
5 Min Read
Employee Engagement
Employee Engagement Ideas That Build Safety Culture
Practical ways to boost engagement that support safer habits through recognition, reporting, training, and manager routines that truly stick.
Sam Lepak
Feb 4, 2026
3 Min Read
Employee Surveys
25+ New Hire Survey Templates [2026 Guide & Questions]
Master new hire surveys with templates, expert questions, and best practices that measure onboarding success and drive retention improvements from day one.
Sam Lepak
May 20, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
45+ New Employee Onboarding Survey [2026 Questions To Ask]
Master new employee onboarding surveys with questions, expert templates, and best practices that measure orientation success and drive retention improvements.
Sam Lepak
May 26, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
59+ Onboarding Experience Survey Questions [2026 Guide]
Learn onboarding experience survey questions reveal critical insights about your new hire process, boost engagement, and help you build employee experiences.
Sam Lepak
May 26, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
130+ Onboarding Survey Questions [2026 Examples & Guide]
Discover comprehensive onboarding survey questions for new hires, managers, and every milestone with examples to optimize employee experience and retention.
Sam Lepak
May 28, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
29+ Employee Engagement Survey Providers [2026 Guide]
Compare top employee engagement survey providers with detailed reviews, pricing, and platform features to select the perfect partner for your feedback strategy.
Sam Lepak
May 28, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
Employee Engagement Survey Analysis [29+ Tips in 2026]
Master employee engagement survey analysis with proven strategies. Interpret data and transform survey results into meaningful workplace improvements.
Sam Lepak
May 28, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
49+ Employee Engagement Survey Questions [2026 Guide]
Discover proven employee engagement survey questions that measure workplace satisfaction and drive action. Top uestions to help morale and gather insights.
Sam Lepak
Jun 6, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
Employee Engagement Surveys [25+ Tips & Tools for 2026]
Explore top employee engagement survey tips and tools that measure workplace satisfaction and drive results. Find strategies and software to create insights.
Sam Lepak
Jun 5, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
19+ eNPS Survey Questions for Employees [2026 Examples]
Discover the best eNPS survey questions and examples to measure employee loyalty, engagement, and satisfaction with proven question wording strategies.
Sam Lepak
May 14, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
Master the eNPS Calculation [2026 Guide & 17 Tips]
Master eNPS calculation with proven formulas, methods, and expert step-by-step guidance for accurately measuring employee net promoter scores and loyalty.
Sam Lepak
May 14, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
15+ eNPS Software [2026 Guide with Pricing & Examples]
Discover the best eNPS software for measuring employee net promoter scores with real-time tracking, powerful integrations, and benchmarking capabilities.
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
What is a Good eNPS Score? [2026 Guide & 17+ Key Benchmarks]
Discover the best tips for understanding good eNPS scores, key benchmarks across industries, and how to calculate employee net promoter scores effectively.
Sam Lepak
Jun 6, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
13+ Pulse Survey Objectives [2026 Examples & Ideas]
Discover pulse survey objectives that drive employee engagement. Learn key goals, examples, and strategies to maximize your survey results effectively.
Sam Lepak
Jun 3, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
14+ Pulse Survey Tools [2026 Employee Engagement]
Discover pulse survey tools to measure employee engagement effectively. Compare features, benchmarking capabilities, and platforms for real-time insights.
Sam Lepak
May 23, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
13+ Employee Pulse Survey Tools [2026 Guide & Examples]
Discover employee pulse survey tools to measure engagement in real-time. Compare features, question examples, and platforms that deliver actionable insights.
Sam Lepak
Jun 3, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Surveys
#1 Pulse Survey Guide in 2026 [30+ Examples & Ideas]
Discover comprehensive pulse survey strategies, top employee engagement tools, and proven tips that drive meaningful workplace insights and team performance.
Sam Lepak
Jun 3, 2026
6 Min Read
Productivity
Motivate Restaurant Staff with Low-Cost Recognition Strategies
Discover low-cost recognition strategies to motivate restaurant staff, improve retention, and create a positive workplace culture that drives great service.
Sam Lepak
Jun 7, 2026
3 Min Read
Employee Recognition
Role of Recognition in Onboarding New Employees and Students
Explore the role of recognition in onboarding new employees and students, and how it builds engagement, motivation, and a positive culture from day one.
Sam Lepak
Jun 2, 2026
2 Min Read
Employee Feedback
Build a Culture of Feedback to Boost Team Productivity
Discover what a culture of continuous feedback is and check practical tips on how it can improve motivation, trust, and performance in a team.
Sam Lepak
May 11, 2026
2 Min Read
Productivity
Aligning Company Values with Employee Motivation
How do you cultivate a workplace culture that motivates employees? One company suggests aligning core values with tangible benefits to employees.
Sam Lepak
May 14, 2026
2 Min Read
Productivity
The Link Between Acknowledgment and Motivation
How recognition affects motivation, productivity, and learning. Practical advice for managers, teachers, and students to increase motivation through acknowledgement.
Sam Lepak
Jun 5, 2026
2 Min Read
Productivity
Recognition Obstacles to Overcome for Employee Satisfaction
Learn the most common employee recognition obstacles to overcome to retain and recognize them. Show appreciation, support learning, and use modern solutions.
Sam Lepak
Jun 5, 2026
2 Min Read
Productivity
Best Trends to Adopt from Successful Companies in 2026
Five trends the best companies use in 2026 to boost engagement, retention, and productivity — from continuous recognition to flexible work and employee growth.
Sam Lepak
Jun 5, 2026
4 Min Read
Employee Recognition
30+ Best Leadership Award Nomination Letter Samples for 2026
Get the best leadership award nomination letter samples and templates. Find outstanding leadership nomination examples and proven letter formats for leaders!
Sam Lepak
Jun 5, 2026
8 Min Read
Employee Recognition
45+ Employee of the Year Nomination Examples [2026 Guide]
Master employee of the year nomination examples with proven examples and letters. Get outstanding annual recognition tips and effective nomination strategies.
Sam Lepak
May 14, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Recognition
40+ Peer Nomination Examples, Tips & Templates [2026 Guide]
Peer nomination examples, peer-to-peer recognition templates, and recognition software guide. Get proven peer recognition examples to boost team engagement.
Sam Lepak
Jun 2, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Recognition
#1 Guide to Company Nominations [2026 Guide & Examples]
Discover company nomination examples, nomination form templates, and expert guidance to create effective workplace recognition and employee award programs.
Sam Lepak
Jun 2, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Recognition
39+ Leadership Nomination Examples & Ideas [2026 Guide]
Discover proven leadership nomination examples, excellence award templates, and expert wording samples to recognize outstanding leadership achievements.
Sam Lepak
Jun 5, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Recognition
53+ Peer Nomination Examples & Recognition Templates in 2026
Discover proven peer nomination examples, employee recognition templates, and guides to recognize employees through effective peer-to-peer programs.
Sam Lepak
Jun 5, 2026
7 Min Read
Employee Recognition
45+ Best Staff Nomination for Employee of the Month Examples
Discover proven staff nomination examples for employee of the month programs, including templates, reasons for nomination, and step-by-step submission guides.
Sam Lepak
Jun 5, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Recognition
45+ Employee of the Year Nomination [2026 Tips & Templates]
Master employee of the year nominations with proven tips and templates. Get expert guidance, strategies, and professional formats for recognition success.
Sam Lepak
May 23, 2026
7 Min Read
Employee Recognition
50+ Employee of the Month Nomination Examples [2026 Guide]
Master employee of the month nominations with proven examples, forms, and templates. Learn how to write nominations and create effective monthly recognition programs.
Sam Lepak
Jun 5, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Recognition
How to Put Awards and Recognition on a Resume [2026 Guide]
Learn how to put awards and recognition on your resume effectively. Showcase achievements, highlight strengths, and make your application stand out.
Sam Lepak
May 23, 2026
5 Min Read