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In this episode of TacoBytes, Una and Doug take you behind the scenes of HeyTaco’s newest feature: Milestones—a fun and effortless way to celebrate your team’s birthdays and work anniversaries, right in Slack.
They explore why recognition on these personal milestones matters more than we often admit, how it used to be done (balloons, cakes, and jackets, anyone?), and how HeyTaco is making these celebrations feel authentic—even when they’re automated.
You’ll hear how customer stories shaped the feature, why it’s more than just a calendar reminder, and how Milestones brings back the joy of being seen—without the spreadsheet chaos or 5:45 AM Slack messages.
Whether you’re part of a remote team or managing culture at scale, this is a fun and thoughtful conversation about celebrating people, not just performance.
👉 Learn more about Milestones and how you can use it to make your team feel valued on the days that matter most.
Key Takeaways
- Why birthdays and work anniversaries matter: These “non-performance” moments are key to making people feel seen and valued.
- The problem with current solutions: Manual reminders and HR-managed celebrations don’t scale—and can feel impersonal.
- HeyTaco’s solution: Milestones lets teammates be recognized automatically, in public or private channels, while keeping the celebration personal.
- The real magic: It’s not just about the automation—it’s about creating a moment that invites everyone to join in with tacos, emojis, and appreciation.
- Recognition is about being seen: Just like a college athlete’s jacket or a 10-year trip to Jamaica, the memories stick when recognition feels earned and visible.
Resources & Links
- Learn more about HeyTaco Milestones
- Try Milestones free in your Slack workspace via the Admin → Milestones tab
- Explore how HeyTaco can help build a culture of gratitude → heytaco.com
Quotes to Remember
- “Recognition isn’t just about big wins. It’s about being seen—and being seen with that jacket on.” – Doug
- “We used to say: automated = bad. But Milestones changed our mind.” – Una
