Tacos, Kudos, and Company Culture: A Recipe for Morale

National Taco Day is fun, but the real celebration happens every day when we take a moment to recognize the incredible people who make RoundTable what it is. Company culture doesn’t happen by accident. It’s something you build intentionally, day by day, through the small moments that make people feel valued, connected, and proud of where they work.

At RoundTable Technology, we’ve learned that morale isn’t just about grand gestures or once-a-year team outings—it’s about creating an environment where appreciation and respect are part of everyday conversation. When people feel recognized, they show up differently. They’re more engaged, more creative, and more likely to go the extra mile, not because they have to, but because they want to.

That mindset has shaped the way we work together. We believe the best teams are the ones that celebrate progress just as much as they chase results. Whether it’s finishing a big client project, jumping in to help a teammate, or simply making someone’s day easier, those moments deserve acknowledgment. They remind us that we’re all in this together.

The Secret Ingredient to High Morale

Sustaining a positive culture takes more than good intentions, it takes tools and habits that make appreciation part of everyday life.For us, one of those tools is HeyTaco, a peer-to-peer recognition platform that turns gratitude into something fun, meaningful, and easy to practice.

Each team member receives five tacos per day to share with colleagues who’ve gone above and beyond—whether that’s solving a tough problem, lending a hand, or simply spreading positive energy. What makes it effective is how naturally it fits into our daily rhythm. Recognition doesn’t just come from leadership; it happens peer to peer, in real time, where everyone’s contributions are visible and valued. It’s immediate, which means no one has to wait for a quarterly review to feel appreciated, and it’s fun—adding a bit of levity to the fast-paced world of nonprofit tech. Because the tacos refresh daily, gratitude becomes a habit, something woven into our communication and collaboration.

Even the leaderboard reinforces connection by celebrating both givers and receivers, shining a light on contributions big and small. In the end, it’s less about the tacos themselves and more about the culture of appreciation they help sustain.

The Real Impact

Creating a culture of appreciation takes more than good intentions—it’s about building small, consistent habits that make gratitude part of every day. Tools like HeyTaco help make that easy, but the real magic comes from the people who use them. When we make a habit of noticing and celebrating each other’s efforts, we reinforce trust, strengthen relationships, and keep morale high.

We’ve seen firsthand how this kind of culture affects not just our internal morale, but also the quality of our work. When our team feels motivated and supported, our nonprofit partners feel it too. That positivity ripples outward into every client interaction, every project, and every solution we create.

Building Culture, One Taco at a Time

Building a great workplace doesn’t require elaborate perks or expensive incentives. It requires intention—creating space for gratitude, encouraging authentic connection, and recognizing the people who make your mission possible.

If there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s that morale isn’t a “nice to have.” It’s a business essential. A team that feels valued will always outperform one that doesn’t. And when your workplace becomes the place people want to work, everything else (the innovation, the collaboration, the success) naturally follows.

Whether you're a small nonprofit or a growing organization, investing in your team's morale is a key component to mission-driven success. Find what works for your culture, make appreciation a habit, and watch your team thrive!

So here's to the teammates who show up, step up, and make great work possible.

You deserve all the tacos. Happy National Taco Day!