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No matter where your team is in the world, TeamBonding is ready to deliver. As proud members of the Catalyst Global team-building network, we provide world-class programs throughout North and South America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. Whether you're planning a one-time event or a multi-location series, we bring innovative team-building and corporate training experiences right to you. With in-person, virtual, and hybrid options, we make sure that teamwork, connection, and fun transcend every border. Our popular remote team-building activities are available in 90 countries and over 30 languages—making it easier than ever to engage global teams and create lasting impact, wherever they are
Seattle
We love Seattle and have enjoyed working with Microsoft and Boeing on programs like our Charity bike build, the Winery Team Challenge, and our High-Tech scavenger hunts. Seattle has always had a progressive culture perfect for team building programs. We can plan an exciting corporate team building event or activity for your group at a Seattle venue of your choice — a fun, bonding experience that will make a lasting impression on your colleagues and on your company.
Do You Need a Destination Management Company for Your Company Trip?
A destination management company, or DMC, is an organization that specializes in corporate travel planning. They handle transportation, entertainment, food, hotel, and travel reservations, plus a million other details that can leave your head spinning.
Our Top 25 Team Icebreaker Questions for Work & Connection
Team icebreaker questions shouldn’t be awkward and forced—they tend to work best when everyone is having fun!
Our Top 15 Picks for Fun Activities at Work
When was the last time you enjoyed some fun activities at work? If you’re like most of us, it’s probably been a while! Work tends to be serious most of the time, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have some fun every once in a while.
Improv and Business: Turn Quick Thinking into a Competitive Edge
When was the last time you used improv for business? To answer this question, just think about the last time you attended a meeting, sales call, or brainstorming session—for most people, they’re one and the same.
Thank Your Interns! Creative Ideas for Intern Appreciation Day
Here’s a statistic that may surprise you: 60% of interns are offered full-time positions after completing their internships, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). However, stats for internal mobility would be higher if more companies treated intern recognition as more than an afterthought. A box of donuts and a “thank you” mug? We can do better—and should.
5 Unforgettable Summer Kick-Off Party Ideas for Your Office
A summer kick-off party is a perfect way to unwind after a long winter while building relationships between coworkers. You just can’t beat getting out of the office and going outside to soak up some sun.
9 Summer Outing Ideas for Employees to Boost Team Spirit
Let’s be honest: the workplace can be stressful, and companies should ensure employees can get outside and destress when they feel overwhelmed. With summer generally considered a more carefree time, it’s a perfect season to host a company outing. Company summer outings can be entertaining but also help establish a more interactive and positive workplace. Summer is right around the corner, and this is a great time to consider your outing plans! Read how to plan your summer office party, as well as some of our ideas below!
Inspire Gold Medal Performances With These Office Olympics Ideas
Sure, the next Olympic Games aren’t happening anytime soon, but summer is! And it’s the perfect time to spark excitement in your workplace with these fun office Olympics ideas.
8 Memorial Day Ideas for Work: Celebrate & Honor This Holiday
Finding Memorial Day ideas for work can feel challenging—after all, it’s a holiday that has different meanings for many people.
Exciting Sports Team Building Activities to Boost Teamwork
Most employees believe teamwork is essential for success, but only a fraction enjoy traditional team building exercises. Forced awkward icebreakers don’t scream “team spirit,” and they rarely incite excitement. However, the real magic happens when people can bond naturally through sports team bonding activities, sparking competition, collaboration, and funny, memorable moments.
Sweet Success: Team Building Games with Candy
Did you know the average American consumes over 22 pounds of candy annually? That’s a lot of sugar-fueled potential waiting to be tapped into! Candy can be more than a way of satisfying your sweet tooth. Team building games with candy could be the secret ingredient for your office’s most engaging and effective bonding activities.
Talent Extravaganza: Top Talent Show Ideas
“You see talent shows for singers, dancers, and comics, but you’ve never seen anything like this”—Your Company’s Got Talent!
13 Ways to Support CA Wildfire Relief
The devastating wildfires in Southern California have left many LA area residents homeless and without the necessary resources needed to restore their communities.
The Hidden Cost of Presenteeism
Every business wants reliable employees who always show up for work, but sometimes, that goes too far. They show up when they’re sick or burnt out, unable to focus or be as productive as they should be. That loss in productivity is the hidden cost of presenteeism.
50 Questions of the Day for Adults to Connect Your Team
Ever feel like your team’s conversations are stuck on autopilot? Like you’re saying a lot, but nothing at all? Break the ice and spark meaningful connections with a simple yet powerful tool: questions of the day. Office small talk may seem like a workplace distraction, but when employees connect over topics unrelated to work, they bond more deeply, work better together, and are overall more productive in their day-to-day work.
How to Deal with Negative Employees
Negativity in the workplace is nothing new. Since people have had jobs, there have always been negative employees and negative attitudes at work. While that may not seem like a big deal, negativity can have a multitude of harmful consequences.
25 Fun Office Potluck Ideas and Themes
Potlucks have been common at work for decades, especially around the holidays. An office potluck is a great way to bring people together while stepping back from the stress of work. However, a normal potluck can be forgettable. Choosing the best office potluck ideas can make or break your special day.
10 Holiday Spirit Week Ideas for Work
The holiday season is a time of joy, cheer, and togetherness – feelings that don’t always come easy in the workplace. Between the stress of end-of-year deadlines and the hustle and bustle of personal holiday preparations, the magic of the holidays can sometimes get lost in the daily grind. That’s why a holiday spirit week is a great way to bring everyone together and destress.
Performance Punishment: Is Your Star Employee Being Overworked?
Put yourself in the shoes of an employee. You’re performing well, exceeding expectations, and working hard. Because of your hard work, you receive more responsibilities and work. While your boss might think it’s a reward, you see it as performance punishment.
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