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 Recognition
Employee Recognition Templates: 2026 Examples, Ideas & Tips
Explore employee recognition templates for awards, emails, and certificates. Complete guide to craft meaningful recognition with tips and examples.
Sam Lepak
May 17, 2026
8 Min Read
Employee Recognition
50+ Ideas to Celebrate Employee Recognition Day [2026 Guide]
Everything you need to know about employee recognition day - how to celebrate with creative ideas, gifts, and messages to engage your teammates.
Sam Lepak
May 30, 2026
7 Min Read
Productivity
10 Slack Apps Every Workspace Must Have [2026 Guide]
New to Slack? Discover the best Slack apps that can help you increase productivity, collaborate more efficiently, and get the most from using Slack.
Sam Lepak
May 28, 2026
5 Min Read
Productivity
10 Teams Apps Every Workspace Must Have [2026 Guide]
New to Teams? Discover the best Teams apps that can help you increase productivity, collaborate more efficiently, and get the most from using Teams.
Sam Lepak
May 20, 2026
5 Min Read
Productivity
2026 Guide to Microsoft Teams Apps [#1 Resource]
Discover how Microsoft Teams apps can help your business with these 7+ powerful benefits.
Sam Lepak
May 28, 2026
6 Min Read
Productivity
40 Best Teams Apps & Integrations in 2026 [10 Categories]
Discover 40 of the best Teams apps for human resources, culture, developers, project management, productivity, and even fun!
Sam Lepak
May 28, 2026
5 Min Read
Employee Recognition
#1 Guide to Celebrate Employee Anniversary Recognition 2026
Discover effective strategies for employee anniversary recognition, including creative ideas, gifts, and programs, plus how Matter can enhance your efforts.
Sam Lepak
Apr 24, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Recognition
12 Best Employee Recognition Software & Platforms in 2026
The 12 best employee recognition software platforms in 2026, compared on Slack and Teams support, verified pricing, free plans, G2 ratings, and company size.
Sam Lepak
May 5, 2026
20 Min Read
Leadership
7+ Project Management Apps & Tips for Teams [2026]
Top 7 project management apps for Teams: Boost productivity & streamline workflow. Find the perfect fit for your team. Task management, team collaboration.
Sam Lepak
May 28, 2026
5 Min Read
Employee Recognition
9+ Employee Recognition Letters Examples & Tips [2026 Guide]
Discover what employee recognition letters are, their benefits, and how to write meaningful messages that inspire and engage your team.
Sam Lepak
Apr 24, 2026
7 Min Read
Employee Recognition
105 Team & Employee Appreciation Quotes [2026 Recognition]
Discover 100+ inspiring employee recognition quotes to boost morale and show appreciation. Learn how to effectively use these quotes to say thank you.
Sam Lepak
Apr 24, 2026
6 Min Read
Productivity
7+ Microsoft Teams Productivity Apps in 2026
Learn how to leverage the power of Microsoft Teams productivity apps to streamline tasks, increase efficiency and improve collaboration.
Sam Lepak
May 28, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Recognition
Employee Awards: 45+ Employee Recognition Award Ideas [2026]
Discover creative employee recognition awards, examples, and ideas for virtual/remote, in-office teams, and businesses of all sizes.
Sam Lepak
Apr 24, 2026
6 Min Read
Productivity
9 Best Free Microsoft Teams Apps for 2026
Discover the best free Microsoft Teams apps to boost collaboration, recognition, and productivity, and make teamwork easier without spending a thing.
Sam Lepak
May 28, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Recognition
68+ Employee Recognition Examples: Celebrate Success in 2026
Discover impactful employee recognition examples, awards, and messages to celebrate achievements and inspire your team.
Sam Lepak
Apr 24, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Recognition
130 Employee Recognition Ideas in 2026 [13 Categories]
Explore creative employee recognition ideas to inspire performance, increase morale, and engage teams of all sizes, remote or in-office.
Sam Lepak
Jun 3, 2026
7 Min Read
Employee Recognition
Employee Recognition: The 2026 Guide (Types, Examples, Programs)
What employee recognition is, why it works, the seven types, seven principles, concrete examples and ideas, and how to build and measure a program in 2026.
Sam Lepak
Apr 24, 2026
22 Min Read
Employee Rewards
10 Best Employee Rewards Platform [2026 Pricing & Reviews]
Deciding on an employee rewards platform? Compare features, pricing, reviews, and more to help you make the best decision for your company.
Sam Lepak
May 5, 2026
7 Min Read
Employee Rewards
30 Types of Employee Rewards People Want in 2026
Explore types of employee rewards that improve engagement, productivity, and retention. Learn about different types of employee recognition and rewards.
Sam Lepak
May 26, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Rewards
15+ Strategies for Employee Point System Rewards
Discover how employee point system rewards can help to motivate and incentivize employees, leading to improved performance and higher job satisfaction.
Sam Lepak
May 13, 2026
4 Min Read
Employee Rewards
10+ Ideas for Employee Rewards in 2026
Are you looking for ideas to reward employees? These are the perfect employee reward ideas to show appreciation and motivate employees.
Sam Lepak
May 13, 2026
4 Min Read
Employee Rewards
Employee Rewards: The 2026 Guide (Types, Ideas, Programs)
What employee rewards are, what employees actually want, monetary vs non-monetary types, ideas by budget, and how to build and measure a rewards program in 2026.
Sam Lepak
May 26, 2026
21 Min Read
Employee Rewards
#1 Guide to Rewards and Recognition in 2026
Employee rewards and recognition programs are an essential part of every company’s workplace management strategy.
Sam Lepak
May 13, 2026
4 Min Read
Employee Recognition
#1 Guide to Employee Praise [2026 Resource]
Here are the benefits of employee praise and tips on how to give it effectively. Learn why employee praise is so vital to your business.
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
4 Min Read
Employee Recognition
47 Employee Praise Quotes to Motivate Your Team [2026]
Give your team an extra boost with the best employee praise quotes. Inspire them, and make them feel that they are all winners!
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
4 Min Read
Employee Recognition
34+ Praise Employee Examples in 2026
If you want to motivate your staff, here are praise employee examples for the workplace that will put a smile on anyone's face!
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
5 Min Read
Employee Engagement
The Perfect Letter of Praise to Employee in 2026
Want to know how to write the perfect letter of praise to employee? Check out our tips to help your employees feel recognized and appreciated
Sam Lepak
May 13, 2026
4 Min Read
Employee Recognition
32+ Examples of Employee Praise Words in 2026
Here are some employee praise words you should use in the workplace to show your employees how much you appreciate their efforts.
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
5 Min Read
Employee Recognition
Peer-to-Peer Recognition Programs [7 Examples]
Implementing a peer recognition program into your business can make a world of difference, in many different ways. In this post, we’ll be discussing some of the biggest ways that a peer recognition program can positively impact your company.
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
7 Min Read
Employee Recognition
Top 9 Peer-to-Peer Recognition Software in 2026
While peer-to-peer recognition is vital for growing a healthy business and workplace culture, it can sometimes be hard to find a system that works. Here are ten great software programs that you can use for giving peer-to-peer recognition.
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
7 Min Read
Employee Recognition
50 Peer Recognition Examples for Every Workplace Type
50 peer recognition examples, tips, and program ideas to build a collaborative workplace. Learn how to boost morale with impactful peer-to-peer recognition.
Sam Lepak
May 17, 2026
5 Min Read
Employee Recognition
5 Important Benefits of Peer Recognition in 2026
With so many huge benefits for businesses, it’s clear why so many businesses implement peer-to-peer recognition programs. In this post, we’ll go over peer-to-peer recognition and five ways in which your business can benefit from it.
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
6 Min Read
Employee Recognition
11 Peer-to-Peer Recognition Quotes [2026]
In this post, we’ll be sharing eleven great quotes on the subject of peer recognition, and discuss why they’re so important and relevant to your business.
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
7 Min Read
Employee Recognition
8 Peer-to-Peer Recognition Ideas for 2026
Sometimes giving peer recognition can be tricky. That’s why in this post, we’ll be offering eight great ideas on how to effectively give peer recognition in the workplace.
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
7 Min Read
Employee Recognition
Peer-to-Peer Recognition Awards (8 Examples)
There are many different ways that you can offer recognition to a fellow peer in the workplace; in this post, we’ll be taking a look at eight different types of peer recognition awards and hopefully give you an idea of how you can give recognition to peers at your job.
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
7 Min Read
Employee Recognition
5 Effective Peer-to-Peer Recognition Templates in 2026
Finding an effective way to offer effective peer recognition can be tricky. That’s why we’ve compiled five great peer recognition templates!
Sam Lepak
Jun 1, 2026
6 Min Read