Spread a Holiday Spirit: Crafting Memorable Digital Messages with Look's Expert Tips!

The holiday season is just around the corner, bringing a time for joy, reflection, and connection.

If you want to spread this holiday cheer across digital signage screens in your workplace, there's no better way than through vibrant and engaging messages.

With Look digital signage solution, you can create dynamic content that brightens up your office and fosters a sense of community and celebration.

Let’s explore how you can craft memorable holiday messages that will leave a lasting impression.

The Countdown to Christmas: Time to Boost Your Office Spirit

No doubt, holidays bring excitement to the workplace, it is the time when everybody is eagerly anticipating the countdown to Christmas.

You can tap into this excitement by incorporating a countdown timer widget into your digital signage. This will not only create anticipation and interest but also keep employees informed of key dates, such as holiday parties or office closures.

Inspiring Christmas / Holiday Messages to Brighten Your Workplace

To further fuel the holiday excitement, you can curate inspiring and relatable Christmas quotes to display on your workplace screens.

Quotes related to the core message of Christmas can be used here.

At Looks DS, we believe the message of Christmas is the message of;

• Forgiveness
• Peace
• Joy and Giving
• Hope and Renewal

Then, why not incorporate these themes into your holiday messages to employees?

Here are some ideas to inspire you:

Focusing on Forgiveness

Isn't Christmas all about spreading love and forgiveness?

Incorporating this theme into your digital signage messages is a fantastic idea. Here are some quotes highlighting this theme, which you can use to inspire your employees.

1. "May the spirit of Christmas fill your heart with love and forgiveness. Let's embrace this season as an opportunity to mend broken relationships and spread kindness. Happy Holidays!"
2. "Let's make a vow to forgive and move on as we begin a new year.. May love and understanding guide our actions. Happy New Year!"
3. "Forgiveness is a powerful gift. Let's choose to forgive those who have wronged us and spread love and compassion. Merry Christmas!"
4. “"The spirit of Christmas should inspire you to forgive and love without conditions. Let us embrace international peace and harmony as well as inner tranquility.. Happy Holidays!"
5. "A new year is a new beginning. Let's start fresh, free from grudges and filled with love. May the path to a better future be cleared by forgiveness. Happy New Year!"
6. "Forgiveness is the best gift we can give to both ourselves and other people. Let's embrace this season as an opportunity to heal and grow. Merry Christmas!"
7. "In the spirit of Christmas, let's spread hope and forgiveness. May love and understanding guide our actions. Happy Holidays!"
8. "Let us ask for forgiveness, love, and peace in our prayers as we begin this new year.. Happy New Year!"
9. "Love conquers all. Let's choose to love and forgive, even in the face of adversity. Merry Christmas!"
10. "Let's choose to forgive, love, and spread harmony. Happy Holidays!"

Focusing on Peace

Christmas and the expression "peace on earth" go hand in hand. It stands for the dream of a peaceful, amicable, and harmonious society devoid of violence.

Here are some quotes that highlight this message.

1. "Let's make the most of this season to advance harmony and comprehension."
2. "Let us pledge to further peace in the years to come. May we all communicate and behave in a way that promotes global harmony."
3. "Peace is a powerful force. Use it to spread harmony wherever you go."
4. "This Christmas, let's work together to bring about healing and harmony. Let us embrace a world brimming with love and serenity."
5. "Let us pray for harmony and peace as we begin a new year. May we collaborate to make the world a better place."

Focusing on the spirit of Giving

Christmas is a time for joy and giving, the desire to bring happiness to others.

So, why not include some messages based on this theme? Here are some messages to make you think about these lines.

1. "Let's embrace the spirit of giving this Christmas and New Year. Together, we have the power to positively impact our communities and the wider globe."
2. "Giving is a powerful act of kindness. Let's spread joy and make a difference in the lives of others."
3. "Together, let's resolve to better the globe and support our local communities."
4. "Generosity is a gift that keeps on giving. Let's spread kindness and make a difference."
5. "Christmas giving should inspire you to give freely. Let's enjoy the blessing of giving and have a constructive influence."
6. "Together, we can make a difference. Let's spread hope and kindness through our acts of giving."
7. "Let us pray for the strength to give selflessly and make a positive impact on the world."
8. "Kindness is a powerful force. Let's spread it throughout the world and make a difference."

Focusing on the spirit of Hope and Renewal

The holiday season is often seen as a time for renewal and hope.

An opportunity to reflect on the past year and look forward to a brighter future filled with new possibilities. Some messages can be woven around this theme as well.

1. "We hope the Christmas spirit brings you hope and rejuvenation. Let's embrace this season as an opportunity for fresh beginnings."
2. "Together, let's make the decision to welcome hope and anticipate a better future."
3. "Hope is a powerful force. Let's spread it throughout the world and inspire others."
4. “We hope the Christmas spirit gives you hope. Let's welcome a future full with opportunities."
5. "A new year is an opportunity for renewal. Let's embrace fresh beginnings and look forward to a brighter future."
6. "Let us pray for hope and renewal in the new year. May we embrace a future filled with possibilities."
7. "Belief in hope can change the world. Let's spread it throughout our communities and inspire others."
8. "We hope the Christmas spirit gives you hope for a brighter future. Let's embrace renewal and create a brighter tomorrow."

Tips for Crafting Memorable Holiday Messages with Look DS

Alright, so you've sorted out your message. Now, it's time to bring your plan to life. That's where Look DS and its fantastic resources come in.

Let's dive into how!

Use Festive Templates to Set the Tone 

Let's be honest, designing custom holiday messages for digital signage can be a real headache. It's time-consuming & resource-intensive.

Are you juggling graphics, fonts, and overall aesthetics during the already hectic holiday season?

Look DS offers a solution by providing a vast library of pre-designed digital signage templates that you can easily customize to fit your specific needs, and you do not even need to worry about the design and aesthetics,

Professional designers created the templates, so rest assured that they are high-quality and visually appealing.

Using these templates will

• Save you time and effort
• Ensure consistency
• Bring in a professional quality.

Pro Tip: Select the "Corporate" and "Holidays & Seasons" tags for ready-to-use holiday-themed designs.

Personalize Your Message

While our templates provide a solid foundation, You can customize your holiday messages to reflect your company's unique culture and values. This helps to create a more personal and meaningful connection with your employees.

Here are three ideas to get you started:

• Personalize with employee names

What's more personal than seeing your name on a sign? For a personalized touch, use employee names in your messages. For example, you could say, 'Happy Holidays to our amazing team, [employee names].'

• Tailor greetings to departments.

If you have a large team, mentioning everyone by name might be challenging.

Greet departments instead to acknowledge their specific work and contributions. For example, 'To our dedicated sales team, thank you for your hard work and dedication throughout the year.

• Include personal notes from leadership.

A quick pat on the back never hurts. To add a personal touch, include a message from company leadership. This can boost morale and show employees that their contributions are valued.

Keep Messages Short

Remember Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic phrase, 'I have a dream'? It's powerful because it's short and memorable. Keeping your digital signage messages concise and impactful is essential in the Workplace mainly because of two significant reasons:

First, the long drawn-out message can quickly lose your audience's attention;

Second, digital displays have limited time to capture attention, unlike traditional print media or long speeches.

You can increase their effectiveness by keeping your holiday messages brief and to the point.

Pro Tip: Aim for messages that can be read within 10 seconds to maintain attention.

Schedule Messages for Maximum Impact

Strategic scheduling is essential to ensuring your holiday messages are seen by the right people at the right time. Look DS's powerful scheduling features allow you to control when your messages appear on your digital signage displays.

Pro Tip: Schedule messages to appear at critical moments, like morning greetings, end-of-day send-offs &  lunchtime breaks

Getting Your Holiday Message Out with Look Digital Signage

Now that you've got some inspiration. Let's see how to turn them into reality using the Look Digital Signage platform.

Easy Setup with Look DS

Setting up Look Digital Signage is easy. You only need a PC or tablet with an internet connection and a few minutes of free time.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Install the Look player on your device. You can do it in two ways:

• Install the free Look app for your devices running on Android, Mac, or others.
• We also have a Look hardware player, which can be connected to any HDMI input of your screen.

2. Manage your screens and create broadcasting scenarios. Log in to your personal Look Content Manager account through a web-based interface using any browser to access cloud digital signage. You can manage your screens, create engaging playlists, and design effective broadcasting schedules here.
3. Send your scenario: With just one click, send your completed scenario to the selected screen or group of screens. Your content will start playing instantly.

That's it!

Engage Employees with Interactive Content

Want to make your holiday messages more engaging?

Look, DS has interactive features that can captivate your employees.

Try quizzes and polls to get everyone involved. You can also connect your digital signage to your company's social media for real-time updates with Look's built-in social media apps. And remember to highlight your employees' accomplishments and add fun interactive games. Personalize messages for each employee to make them feel valued.

Create Lasting Holiday Memories with Look Digital Signage

In conclusion, digital signage at work can be a powerful tool to spread the holiday spirit and build a sense of connection. You can use quotes, personal notes, and tailored greetings to make your content more engaging and meaningful.

If you are considering using digital signage in your Workplace this season, consider Look DS for the necessary tools and features. From customizable templates to interactive elements and synchronized content, Look DS can enhance your festive celebrations. Book your personal demo today, or check yourself with a 14-day trial, it’s free!

Factors to Consider when Crafting Digital Messages for Your Workplace.

Below are 6 important factors to consider when you are considering using digital messaging.

• Be inclusive. Acknowledge the diverse backgrounds and beliefs of your employees. 
• Avoid religious or cultural references that might exclude certain individuals: Keep the message neutral and inclusive.
• Express gratitude for the team's hard work. Acknowledge the efforts of everyone involved
• Consider the location of the digital signage: Tailor the message to the specific audience that will see it.
• Use colors, fonts, and graphics that complement your company's branding. 
• Ensure the message is legible from a distance: Use a large, easy-to-read font.