Companies all around the world are talking about the future of work. What’s the right way to work in the new normal? Whether they opt for a fully in-person, fully remote, or hybrid model, the common denominator is that teams and people need to be brought back together. After so much time apart due to the coronavirus pandemic, it’s more important than ever for companies to find ways to build trust, teamwork, and collaboration among employees. So, whether you're organizing your next team-building event face-to-face or virtually, check out our list below for an unforgettable experience! No, you're not too cool for team-building If you're looking at this thinking "Ugh. Team-building events are so embarrassing and useless", well, friend, you're actually wrong.
Yes, there might be some embarrassing activities at a company offsite or event of this kind—but they're certainly not useless! Team-building is all about building trust, camaraderie, and making people live your Special Data company culture. It's about stepping outside of your comfort zone to immerse yourself in a common vision. It's about creating a sense of belonging, understanding that there are others in the same boat as you, and developing pride in being part of a great team. This is even more important today when remote workers can work in a company for months before ever coming into the office or meeting a colleague face-to-face. 8 face-to-face team-building activities Team building people There's really no better way to inspire and encourage team bonding than through an in-person event.
Gathering your entire team together in a non-professional setting will raise employee engagement, satisfaction, and will undoubtedly bring the entire group closer together. Here are some of the most fun team-building activities you can run: 1. Karaoke Music brings people together! What better way to get coworkers to bond than unashamedly singing (or, in some cases, screaming) their favorite songs? From Don't Stop Believin' to Spice Up Your Life, there isn't a more fun way for people to connect on a personal level. Not to mention that it's a great way to break down each other's walls. Pro tip: this will go a lot smoother if there's a happy hour situation in there! 2. Scavenger hunt Scavenger hunts can be a great icebreaker for large groups that might not necessarily have much of a chance to interact in the workplace. Put together teams of 5-10 employees and send them outdoors on an adventure! Whether you're in a city or somewhere more rural, you can hide clues in strategic locations and let the teams work out where to go next.