{"id":65896,"date":"2025-11-26T09:48:35","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T14:48:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sogolytics.com\/blog\/?p=65896"},"modified":"2025-12-18T05:56:45","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T10:56:45","slug":"sogood-awards-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sogolytics.com\/blog\/sogood-awards-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Time to Celebrate: Meet the SOGOOD Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One of the best parts of our work at Sogolytics is hearing the stories behind those \u201cso good\u201d moments \u2014 the creative ideas, thoughtful efforts, and behind-the-scenes wins that make a real difference for your teams, your customers, and your communities.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<p>So this year, we\u2019re doing something we\u2019ve never done before\u2026 and it feels <strong>so good<\/strong> to finally share it.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2>Introducing the first-ever SOGOOD Awards<\/h2>\n<p>As our community grows, so do the stories worth celebrating. Every day, clients use Sogolytics to spark insights, streamline workflows, strengthen relationships, and sometimes even change lives. We think that deserves recognition \u2014 and maybe even a little applause.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<p>The SOGOOD Awards are our way of shining a spotlight on the people and teams doing truly exceptional things with the platform. Whether you\u2019re solving real problems, inspiring new approaches, building brilliant surveys, or helping others succeed, this is your moment.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<p>And yes: you can nominate yourself, a colleague, your team, or your entire organization. Sogolytics team members can also nominate clients they work with. For the SoHelpful Award, you\u2019re welcome to nominate anyone except yourself. (We see you being modest!)<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<p>Nominations are open now through December 12, 2025, and it only takes one form per nomination. <a href=\"https:\/\/survey.sogolytics.com\/r\/dgtjm1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Full details in the form here!<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2>Award categories<\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019ll find full descriptions in the nomination form, but here\u2019s a quick, friendly overview of each award:<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>1. SoGood Impact Award<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For those creating positive change \u2014 in communities, organizations, or the world. Big or small, impact matters.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>2. SoInspired Innovation Award<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For the dreamers and do-ers who push boundaries and use Sogolytics in fresh, imaginative, unexpected ways.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>3. SoSmart Insight Award<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For the data-driven storytellers turning results into real-world decisions, improvements, and measurable change.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>4. SoEngaged Connection Award<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For the teams who know how to inspire participation \u2014 and who turn outreach into true engagement.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>5. SoEfficient Productivity Award<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For those who\u2019ve found the secret sauce to \u201cwork smarter\u201d \u2014 and can actually show the time they\u2019re saving.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>6. SoGrow Boost Award<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For the organizations expanding their Sogolytics footprint with purpose \u2014 more users, more teams, more momentum.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>7. SoGoLearn Level-Up Award<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For the lifelong learners leveling up through training, certifications, and shared knowledge.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>8. SoGoTeam Collaboration Award<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For the crews who prove that everything really is better when we work together.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>9. SoGreat Partner Award<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For the collaborators who go beyond \u201cclient\u201d \u2014 the ones who share feedback, co-create, and help make the whole community stronger.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>10. SoNextLevel Award<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For the early adopters and future-thinkers showing what\u2019s possible with Sogolytics\u2019 newest features.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>11. SoHelpful Award<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Our only employee-focused category \u2014 celebrating Sogolytics team members who consistently go above and beyond to support clients with warmth, professionalism, and true partnership.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2>What makes a great nomination?<\/h2>\n<p>You don\u2019t need to write a novel. You don\u2019t need perfect formatting. Just tell your story \u2014 clearly, honestly, and in your own words.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<p>In the nomination form, you\u2019ll find prompts to help shape your case. You can follow those questions directly or share your story in a narrative style. Attachments are optional but welcome \u2014 screenshots, examples, decks, reports, or anything that shows the impact you&#8217;re proud of.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<p>Remember: It&#8217;s best to assume that our judges won\u2019t know anything beyond the details submitted in the form, so the more complete the picture, the better.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2>Submission deadline &amp; next steps<\/h2>\n<p>Nominations close on December 12, 2025.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<p>After that, our judging panel will review submissions and select winners across each category. We\u2019ll celebrate before the end of the year \u2014 and yes, winners will receive something special to help them share their success.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<p>And if your nomination doesn\u2019t quite make it in for this round? Don\u2019t worry. Late submissions will automatically be considered for the 2026 awards.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2>Ready to nominate?<\/h2>\n<p>&#8216;Tis the season to celebrate, so get out that &#8220;nice&#8221; list! If you\u2019ve been meaning to recognize someone, celebrate your team, or finally share the project you quietly crushed, this is your moment.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<p>Tell us what you\u2019ve been up to.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<p>Tell us who\u2019s making a difference.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-minispacer\"><\/div>\n<p>Tell us something <strong>so good<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/survey.sogolytics.com\/r\/dgtjm1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nominate yourself or someone else here now.<\/a> Good luck, and happy celebrating!<\/p>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"Article\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.sogolytics.com\/blog\/sogood-awards-2025\/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"Time to Celebrate: Meet the SOGOOD Awards\",\n  \"description\": \"It's time to celebrate the best of 2025! 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The SOGOOD Awards are our way of shining a spotlight on the people and teams doing truly exceptional things with the platform. Whether you\u2019re solving real problems, inspiring new approaches, building brilliant surveys, or helping others succeed, this is your moment. And yes: you can nominate yourself, a colleague, your team, or your entire organization. Sogolytics team members can also nominate clients they work with. For the SoHelpful Award, you\u2019re welcome to nominate anyone except yourself. (We see you being modest!) Nominations are open now through December 12, 2025, and it only takes one form per nomination. Full details in the form here! Award categories You\u2019ll find full descriptions in the nomination form, but here\u2019s a quick, friendly overview of each award: 1. SoGood Impact Award For those creating positive change \u2014 in communities, organizations, or the world. Big or small, impact matters. 2. 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