Posts Tagged ‘trivia events’
When 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 MoreStart out a New Team the Right Way
Anytime you ask a new group of people to work together, there can be several different types of tension. People who don’t know each other or who have never collaborated in a work environment may feel uncomfortable in the new situation or they may even feel so competitive that they accidentally create stress. If you are the leader…
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 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 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 MoreThe Most Essential Management Tool: A Sense of Humor
Effective management is more than learning how to evaluate an employee, motivate a team, or manage a project to deliver an excellent outcome. Effective management is maintaining a sense of humor in the face of stress, challenge, and overwork. It’s about leading by example and showing your team how to stay positive in the face…
Read MoreEmotional Overload and Workplace Conflict
Stressful situations and high pressure work environments often create heightened emotions for even the most professional teams. When your team is suffering from emotional overload, conflict is right around the corner. There are steps you can take as a leader to reduce stress and emotional overload and minimize workplace conflict. Understand the Pressure: Are you…
Read MoreDon’t Take Work So Seriously. Add Fun To Your Team.
Fun is an important part of stress management. Changing business conditions demand a lot from your team. Extended work hours and stressful situations create negativity and gloom in the office. You can help your team maintain a positive attitude by making fun a part of every work day. Laughter, and even the anticipation of laughter,…
Read MoreDo You Really Know Your Employees?
Do you understand your employees? Do you know what motivates them, what they enjoy, and the talents and creativity they bring to your workplace? If you organize workers and assign tasks for maximum efficiency but don’t take interest in your employees as individuals, you are missing out. The workplace is changing, and the role of…
Read MoreHoliday Parties and Corporate Team Building in NYC
The holiday season is a great time to let your employees know that their hard work and dedication is appreciated which is one reason so many companies host a holiday party. These can range from something as simple as a potluck dinner to professional entertainment in a large venue. If you’ve been charged with planning…
Read MoreTrivia Themes Which Nobody Likes: A List of Failed Trivia Rounds
Following up on yesterday’s post highlighting 5 trivia themes proven to bring smiles to people’s faces, I thought today we would explore the flipside: live trivia party themes which are surefire flops. As discussed yesterday, I’ve been writing & hosting live trivia events for 5 years, and in that time have experimented an awful lot…
Read More5 Fun Themes for Live Trivia Parties, and Why They Work
Perhaps one of the first things I’m asked when holding an initial conversation with clients is, “what kind of trivia do you guys do?” The answer brings both good news and bad: the good news is, you can have a trivia event about any topic you like! The bad news, of course: where on earth…
Read MoreHow to Maintain the Integrity of Live Trivia Events
Think about your favorite trivia-themed TV game show. What does it look like? Whether it’s a classic show like “JEOPORDY!” or a more contemporary one like VH1’s “The World Series of Pop Culture,” the basic structure is the same: a select number of contestants, an obedient studio audience, well-thought trivia questions, and a lot of…
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