Running an organization with several employees is rather like having a prolonged family. If they are completely unknown to each other, they will get problem in working at same workplace. It can affect efficacy and creativity. And also people from different cultures and backgrounds often find it hard to understand others who are different. Team building means little as it can mean so many several things in context. Mostly, team building requests...more
REAL Appreciative team building is the new rage for smart business. Gone are the company days filled with silly games, people used to call "team building activities". Smart companies are now looking for sustainable results, beyond team motivational talks, that they know don't last.Here are some tips incorporating the positive aspects of Appreciative Inquiry to transform your team building from average to great.Appreciative Inquiry...more
I was visiting with a motivational speaker recently and I discussed some of my views on team building. There was discussion on the need for making sure everyone could identify with the goal of the team and they understood the unique role they played on the team.Since my friend had been a part of a major team oriented business throughout his career he could identify with what I was saying and he found himself in general agreement with my assessment of the need for team building.1) They are not employees they are team members.2) Productivity increases when team members work together as opposed to a business comprised of lone rangers. 3) Problem solving is best observed in team-oriented brainstorming.When we began discussing some of the problems inherent in a lack of team building I mentioned the lack of productivity and cooperation. My friend agreed and then he said something that I hadn't considered, "It won't be long before those employees steal something."At first I found the comment strange. After all, why would an employee steal something just because team-building ideals were not observed?The more I thought about the issue the more I began to understand the...more
It is no real secret that if employees are happier in their work place you are likely to get more work out of them. The way to creating happiness in the work place is to get a real sense of team work. If people feel that they are working as part of a team, they will want to work harder so as not to let the rest of the team down. When...more
Having a culinary activity for corporate team building is a unique and educational experience for professionals. This is because learning proper food preparation and making enticing and mouth-watering meals for their corporate team building buffet becomes the doorway to enhancing better employee relationships and leadership...more
There is nothing better to develop team spirit and unify your workforce than team building activities. In this article I will talk about 5 unique and innovative team building ideas that will provide a unique environment to develop individual skills as well as keep your employees motivated.Team building events are divided according to number of people attending and how long it will last. For example when you contact an event management company you will be asked to provide information on how many people will be attending the event and for how long it will last, based on that the event company will get back to you with a list of team building events that best suit your requirements.That said, let's take a look at 5 unique team building ideas designed to enhance social responsibility, unite employees from different sectors and above all provide a nice and relaxing activity for your employees.Community Team Building EventsThe benefits generated by these events are numerous. In my opinion these type of activities are the most complete ones as it benefits the local community, your business and your workforce. We can say it kills three birds with one stone. Community team...more
Corporate events are most commonly known as a great day out eating, drinking and having fun, the morning after the night before leaves you feeling tired, bruised and for some ashamed. People are constantly reminding you of what happened and all you...more
Function rooms are a great venue to host many types of events. Hotels, Bars and Pubs, reception centre's, galleries, conference centre's and exhibition centre's all have function rooms in which to hold a fully catered event or a corporate event. When...more
Hiring live entertainment for your corporate event allows your guests and employees a chance to relax. It is a great bonding and teambuilding experience. Clients and employees can let loose and really bond and have a good time. Live entertainment at...more
Becoming an effective boss is critical for any entrepreneur with plans to grow a company. On top of the myriad of legal, managerial, and personnel issues an owner must deal with, most also find themselves in the role of mediator -- dealing with...more
Most good leaders and employees are motivated internally through challenging themselves to improve their own skills, experience, and productivity. Internal motivation is very powerful when present, and can be easily quashed by micromanagement and...more
Becoming an effective employer is one of the biggest obstacles for most entrepreneurs. Keeping employees motivated and loyal can be particularly difficult during the early stages of a startup. With limited capital and a never-ending to-do list, your...more