Amid the bustling pace of the final days of the year of At Ty (the Year of the Snake), the story of appreciating workers has emerged as a bright highlight in the overall landscape of labor relations in Dong Nai. Moving beyond symbolic words of thanks, many enterprises have translated their appreciation into concrete and practical actions, thereby reaffirming the central role of workers in their sustainable development strategies.
In practice, workers are the “backbone” of enterprises. Every product that meets quality standards and every order completed on schedule bears the mark of the workforce’s sweat, effort, and long-term commitment. For this reason, enterprises’ attention to both the material and spiritual well-being of workers toward the year’s end is not merely an emotional gesture, but a fitting acknowledgment of their persistent and often quiet contributions.
Such appreciation is manifested through valuable rewards such as gold, cash bonuses, and public recognition before the collective workforce. For workers, these gestures go beyond material value; they serve as a clear affirmation that years of dedication are recognized and genuinely valued by their enterprises. This recognition creates strong spiritual motivation, helping workers feel secure and encouraged to remain with and accompany their enterprises over the long term. From Lunar New Year (Tet) bonuses, salary increases, and the 13th-month salary to practical support such as rice, living-cost assistance, or warm year-end gatherings, these efforts help ease financial pressures at a time amid rising year-end prices. Though differing in material value, all convey the same message: enterprises stand alongside and care about the lives of their workers.
Notably, many enterprises have regarded worker appreciation activities as an integral part of their long-term human resource management strategies, with some even incorporating them into collective labor agreements. This reflects a clear shift in corporate mindset: retaining workers is no longer achieved solely through income, but also through care, transparency, and long-term development orientation. When the workers are clearly informed about production and business plans, wage-increase roadmaps, skills training programs, and promotion opportunities, their trust is strengthened, they feel more secure at work, and they are more willing to continue their commitment with the enterprises after Tet.
In the context of an increasingly competitive labor market, where labor shortages persist across many industries, caring for and appreciating workers has become all the more essential. Experience has shown that enterprises which perform well in this regard tend to record higher rates of workers returning after Tet, more stable labor relations, and noticeably improved productivity. This represents a genuine “win-win” scenario: workers’ rights and interests are safeguarded, while enterprises secure a stable and quality workforce.
From a broader perspective, worker appreciation activities also reflect social responsibility and corporate culture. Programs such as providing Trade Union Shelter homes for workers in difficult circumstances, organizing “Tet Reunion” events, or hosting year-end union meals help spread humane values and a spirit of sharing throughout the business community. These values have contributed to shaping the image of Dong Nai enterprises as dynamic, humane, and oriented toward sustainable development.
Year-end appreciation for workers has become a core element in the development strategies of many enterprises. When people are placed at the center, and when commitment is nurtured through both material support and spiritual care, enterprises gain a solid foundation to overcome challenges, enhance competitiveness, and pursue long-term growth. This is also the positive message that Dong Nai enterprises are sending as Tet and spring are approaching: sustainable development must begin with respect for people.
By Le Quyen – Translated by Thu Hien, Thu Ha
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