Posts Tagged ‘team building’
Winter Team Building in Toronto….or Near You, if it’s Snowing
Winter team building By Anne Thornley-Brown, MBA, President of Executive Oasis International Last winter, I had a playful on-line interchange with David Jacobson, Founder/Producer of TrivWorks, after he posted: Creating Successful Winter Team Building Activities for City Folks David’s advice was “stay indoors”. I pointed out that winter team building incorporating outdoor activities can be…
Read MoreWhen a Project Is Successful, It’s Time to Reward a Job Well Done
Your team just completed a big project. It’s one that took months to finish, and everyone worked hard to complete a job well done. You definitely need to reward your employees. People need to know that their accomplishments have not gone unnoticed. Additionally, creating some type of reward based system will boost morale, and this can be…
Read MoreTools to Keep Communication Lines Open In Your Team
Just imagine this situation: your new team is supposed to be working on a project together. Instead, they all sit around the table, working alone. This is a common problem because people may not wish to collaborate with people they don’t know well or they may find themselves thinking they alone will complete the project. No matter the reason,…
Read MoreProblem Solving Often Requires Creativity
Creative Team Building Exercises Whenever a problem arises in the workplace, some teams or employees may find it very hard to solve those issues. That’s because creative thinking isn’t generally a part of the work environment. People are used to completing tasks and then moving on to the next; according to a set plan or policy. This is…
Read MoreThe Future of the Workplace – Virtual Teams
Are you ready to manage a virtual team? Like it or not, virtual teams are a growing trend in today’s business environment, and the trend is likely to continue. Employees love the flexibility to work on a variable schedule in coffee shops or a home office. Employers enjoy the enhanced productivity and integration of employees…
Read MoreReward Your Team with Trivia
Team building events don’t have to be boring. They don’t even require a specific productivity, communication or team development goal. Sometimes the most productive team building events are simple rewards for a job well done. Your team works hard. They are willing to put in the extra hours when deadlines get tight. They excel at…
Read MoreFlexibility Unlocks Productivity in Your Team
An increasingly competitive business climate presents challenges for companies, no matter what their size. As a leader, you need enhanced productivity from your team. At the same time, shrinking budgets places a limit on your ability to hire and retain the best people. Your employees are asked to work harder and work smarter and partner…
Read MoreCritical Thought and Creative Problem Solving
Critical thought is an important part of problem solving in today’s business environment. Your team must be able to weigh the evidence they collect and observe about business situations and use that evidence to determine the best course of action. How can you encourage critical thought on your team? Team building events that challenge the…
Read MoreCommunication is the Key to Team Collaboration
Technology has made it increasingly convenient for people to work from a distance. Flexible work situations, virtual teams, remote offices, and telecommuting are all a part of the modern work situation. Yet, business is about finding creative solutions to complex problems – and this is best accomplished through collaboration. So, how can you build a…
Read MoreTeam Building and Project Management
Project management requires more than organization and drive. Project managers must inspire a team of people with a variety of skills and build a strong and productive team out of individuals who don’t share a single supervisor. Project management is essentially people management. Project managers are on the front lines of team building. When you…
Read MoreDo Your Events Actually Build Teams?
What happens in your office after a team building event? Is it business as usual, back to the same old issues or do you see improvement? Team building events should result in stronger workplace relationships, improved communication and stronger teams. If they don’t, you’ve simply hosted an event. Team building events can be a powerful…
Read MoreBenefits of Trivia for Your Team
Why is a trivia event so powerful for team building? What are the benefits of trivia for your team? Casual work events that include trivia are powerful team building opportunities. Not only does your team get to know each other, they build problem solving skills and a cohesive team identity within a fun setting. Consider…
Read MoreBuild Trust by Spending Time with Your Team
Want to make your team stronger and more creative? Spend time with them. Getting to know your employees in a casual setting leads to enhanced employee productivity, loyalty and creativity. Why? People work better when they feel included and valued. People work more creativity when they trust the people they work with. Trust opens the…
Read More7 Advantages of Trivia Events for Team Building
Corporations often struggle to provide employee team building events. If your organization is like many, you find it challenging to find team building opportunities that make a positive impact on your organization within the confines of your budget. Trivia events are the perfect team building option for your organization. Simple to plan and easy to…
Read MoreWhat “The Fighter” Can Teach Us About Building Teams
During a long flight this weekend, I had the chance to watch “The Fighter.” Without spoiling it too much, the film follows a welterweight boxer from a small town on his road to world champion. Coming from a large, highly involved household of boxing fanatics, the fighter must choose between his old team – his…
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