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Announcing The Economist Pub Trivia Night at Brooklyn Winery!
We are thrilled to be partnering once again with The Economist magazine to produce a very special pub trivia night – in Brooklyn! Featuring trivia questions specifically geared for Economist readers, we will be covering the most intellectually intriguing topics such as world politics, business, finance, culture, economics, technology and much more! Monday, October 17th…
Read MoreIn Defense of Creativity in the Workplace
Last week, I had the honor of being included in an article profiling owners of “creative” businesses in New York City which were started in response to the unstable economic environment (thank you Stephanie Grayson for a terrific write-up!). Among the various issues explored in the article is the notion of how “creative” people approach…
Read MoreFree Hot Dogs on the Plane is a Brilliant Client Retention Idea
The most amazing thing happened to me this weekend. I was flying with my wife from New York to Minneapolis via Sun Country Airlines, a carrier I’ve never heard of before. We were running late for our early morning flight, and I was stressed, hungry and under-caffeinated. The plane was packed solid and we were…
Read MoreFind the Best Corporate Team Building NYC Has to Offer
Have you been looking for a fun and creative way to boost your team’s motivation? Are you interested in bringing new life into the office? If you’ve been looking for a great way to encourage positive corporate team building in NYC, you’re in luck. TrivWorks has been helping people bring energy into their companies since…
Read MoreHow Company Team Building Trivia Events Can Get Your Team Motivated
Are you looking for an exciting way to motivate your team? Have you been looking for the best company team building trivia events in your area? In today’s tough economic climate, it can be difficult to find new ways to motivate your team. This is why trivia based event hosting has become such a popular…
Read MoreHow an Entertainment Event Planner Plans His Own Wedding
This past year, I got to experience the ultimate NYC entertainment event planner dream by planning my very own wedding. My then-fiancée and I were engaged last October, and when choosing when to hold our event, we decided that it made the most sense to go on the academic calendar during one of her breaks…
Read MoreCell Service on the Subway: We’re On the Wrong Track
Today, the New York City Transit Authority unveiled a limited trial of cell phone access in a select number of Manhattan subway platforms. If all goes according to plan, the MTA aims to have cell service available at every station in the city by 2016. Is anybody else disturbed by this so-called “advancement” in communication?…
Read MoreSpringing Spontaneity on an Event Planner
Sometimes, I do something completely out of character – and I don’t regret it for a minute. Last night, for instance, was supposed to be one of rest, relaxation and a pile of work in preparation for the week ahead. That is, until my friend texted me with a last-minute invitation to attend a baseball…
Read MoreIn a Tough Economy, Family Comes First
My wife and I were married this past February, and we are expecting our first child this December (I know, I know – believe me, I know). Despite the fact that we both love our jobs and take great pride in what we do, after the Big Day arrives, I can guarantee you that neither…
Read MoreWhat Should Employees Get out of a Corporate Team Building Event?
So you’re considering a corporate team building event for your employees. Perhaps it’s an activity which was recommended to you, or the boss randomly wants to do one, or you ARE the boss and want to do something nice for your staff. Of the various items you are likely grappling with, including when the event…
Read More6 Frequently Overlooked Safety Hazards at Corporate Entertainment Events
As a fellow corporate entertainment event planner in NYC or elsewhere, you know the feeling of having details coming out of your ears. Everything is your responsibility: venue, vendors, catering, rentals, contracts, capacity, seating charts, green M&Ms- you get the drill. In the crush to get the function planned and executed, safety frequently takes a…
Read More50 Training Opportunities Your Employees Wish You Offered
Times remain tough for employers and employees alike. As the sluggish economy continues to sputter, firms are generating less revenue, which means management has fewer options to reward hard-working staff with money or advancement. However, companies can still recognize and incentivize their loyal workforce by providing development and training, so that they may grow professionally…
Read MoreAdvantages of the “Devil’s Advocate” Role In Group Decision Making
As the world gets flatter, teams are getting flatter right along with them. Thanks to the new digital workplace, team decisions are increasingly being made by consensus from members who weigh in remotely via email, conference call, Skype, text and a host of other ways. By several measures, this is a good thing for the…
Read MoreWhat Kind of Trivia is best for Corporate Team Building Events?
As the owner of a professional trivia company in New York City, it’s my job to ensure that the questions asked at our events perfectly fit an incredibly diverse range of corporate cultures. But when it comes to using trivia as a team building activity, what kind of questions should be asked? After all, with…
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