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8 Innovative Employee Incentive Program Ideas

A big part of running an organization or being a manager is finding ways to motivate and engage employees. Keeping morale and spirits high is an essential ingredient of a healthy, vibrant, and energized workforce. Incentive programs—rewards and benefits to incentivise employees—can have a huge impact on morale and performance. According to a NectarHR survey, 77.9% of employees would be more productive if they received more recognition.

Empathetic Leadership: The Key to Employee Retention

Imagine walking into a room where every voice is heard, every concern is addressed, and every team member feels valued and understood. In this world, leaders are not just bosses but mentors who foster genuine connections and inspire trust. Welcome to the realm of empathetic leadership, where emotional intelligence reigns supreme, transforming ordinary workplaces into extraordinary communities.

How Managers Can Support Employee Development

Employee development is an essential part of creating a talented and dedicated workforce. According to Gallup, organizations that invest in developing employees are 11% more profitable and have double the retention rates of those who do not. On the other hand, bad managers and a lack of career development are the top reasons for turnover. Businesses need to ensure that managers support their employees and offer them opportunities to grow and develop their skills.

9 Fall Themed Events to Celebrate the New Season

Goodbye summer, you will be dearly missed. But nothing beats the pumpkin spice, vibrant colors, and cool temperatures of fall. Transitions can be tough and the transition from a fast-paced, fun-filled summer to a slower fall season is no different. Rather than resisting the change in season, help your team embrace the change. Break up the monotony of the work week with fall-themed events that will effectively bring your team together while also giving them something to look forward to. Below, we have outlined 9 fun fall games to try in 2024:

9 Halloween Team Building Activities To Spice Up Your Company Party

Halloween isn’t just for candy anymore… it’s for team building!

Ultimate Guide to Gen Z in the Workplace

As the years pass, there are more and more members of Gen Z in the workplace. The oldest are in their mid to late 20s, have been out of school (secondary or postsecondary) for years, and are now finding and settling into their careers.

Power of Play: Get Your Employees Playing as a Team

The power of play is the best way to get you working as a team today. If you’re here, it means you are looking for ways to help your team bond through experiences to become a more cohesive, collaborative and more productive unit, right?

5 Ideas for 9/11 Remembrance in 2024

9/11 was tragic. Catastrophic. Calamitous. There is no denying that the horrifying memories of the day will remain with us for years to come. However, it would be naive to look past the valuable lessons the day can teach us. These could offer up a solution to many problems facing us today.

2024 Quickfire Olympics Team Building Event Giveaway: Official Rules

The giveaway has now ended. Enter for a chance to win an exclusive Quickfire Olympics team building event for up to 50 people, available either in-person or virtually!

Are Your Employees Coasting at Work? Resenteeism Explained

There is a new workplace trend emerging this year—resenteeism. Though similar to other recent trends, this one is unique and largely defined by employees who are resentful, disengaged, and coasting at work. Think of an employee who is tired of their job, doesn’t feel valued, and is checked out at work. They’re slowly going to withdraw from their coworkers and do the bare minimum just to get by.

How to Retain & Empower Women in the Workplace

Female employees are the backbone of any company. Yet, they often have to juggle work and family responsibilities, and face many challenges that their male counterparts don’t. That’s why it’s so important for employers to empower women employees at every level and create a workplace environment that supports them. In the podcast episode, Building a Workplace Culture of Female Empowerment, we spoke to Asia Bribiesca-Hedin, a leadership coach and CEO of Bridgewell LLC about empowering women in the workplace.

12 Ways to Elevate Employee Connection for Workplace Success

Employee connections are an often-overlooked aspect of work. However, employee connection is key to creating a motivated, engaged, and productive workforce. A workplace filled with strong and meaningful connections will work better together, be more innovative, collaborative, and will ultimately be a better workplace.

Toxic Workplaces: Signs of Oppression at Work

The Toxic Work Environments episode of our TeamBonding podcast Team Building Saves the World confronts the all too well-known topic of toxic workplaces, how to tell if you’re in one, and how to handle it. Rich Rininsland talks about increasingly toxic work environments with expert Nicole L. Turner, CEO of Nicole L. Turner Consulting and The Culture Pro™. Listen to the Toxic Work Environment podcast for Rich and Nicole’s conversation about navigating toxic work environments and making the best choices for your personal success.

DEI&B 101: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in the Workplace

There’s been a lot of talk recently about DEIB (diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging). According to a McKinsey report, diverse and inclusive companies are 35% more likely to outperform their competitors. A toxic and unjust workplace on the other hand can negatively affect employee wellbeing, teamwork, creativity, turnover, and profitability. It’s imperative for businesses to make an effort in diversity and inclusion if they want to be competitive in the modern marketplace.

6 Fun Ways to Boost Morale at Work in 2024

In a world rife with distractions and a population more easily preoccupied than ever, it’s becoming more and more difficult for companies to boost employee morale and engagement.

Juneteenth Activities: Recognizing and Celebrating Juneteenth at Work

Cities from across the country are preparing to gather for Juneteenth, a holiday that celebrates the official end of slavery. Juneteenth has been celebrated since the 1800s, but in recent years, given the widespread protests regarding equality and the rights of African Americans in the United States, there has been a renewed interest in acknowledging Juneteenth. Specifically, emphasizing the importance of celebrating Juneteenth at work.

A Guide to Engaging Team Bonding Games for Work

Team building games for work can be an incredibly powerful tool for businesses. Though many think work games for team building are just for fun, they have a wide variety of uses and benefits that can help you and your team succeed. Team building can help foster collaboration, communication, cohesion, and more.

From Parts to Purpose: What to Expect at a Skateboard Charity Event

In my time at TeamBonding, I’ve seen first-hand that innovative charity events are some of the most impactful and memorable experiences teams can have. These events go beyond team building and bring teams together through charitable acts and shared experiences. We offer numerous unique charity activities ranging from skateboard and guitar building to shoe painting.

7 Benefits of Corporate Retreats + Event Planning and Ideas

Corporate retreats have become an increasingly popular option to bring remote and hybrid teams together over the past few years. Without face-to-face communication, it is easy for employees to feel isolated and unmotivated. Occasional team meetings and conferences just aren’t enough. There are many benefits of corporate retreats such as increased engagement, improved collaboration and better morale. However, companies may avoid organizing a corporate retreat due to extensive company retreat planning required and high costs.

Signs, Causes, and Solutions for Boredom at Work

The idea of burnout is something most are familiar with, but a buzzword called “boreout” has been making its rounds on the internet. Boreout syndrome is the result of under stimulation and underwork–and while that might sound ridiculous, it’s a very real and serious issue.

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Category: General

8 Innovative Employee Incentive Program Ideas

Empathetic Leadership: The Key to Employee Retention

How Managers Can Support Employee Development

9 Fall Themed Events to Celebrate the New Season

9 Halloween Team Building Activities To Spice Up Your Company Party

Ultimate Guide to Gen Z in the Workplace

Power of Play: Get Your Employees Playing as a Team

5 Ideas for 9/11 Remembrance in 2024

2024 Quickfire Olympics Team Building Event Giveaway: Official Rules

Are Your Employees Coasting at Work? Resenteeism Explained

How to Retain & Empower Women in the Workplace

12 Ways to Elevate Employee Connection for Workplace Success

Toxic Workplaces: Signs of Oppression at Work

DEI&B 101: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in the Workplace

6 Fun Ways to Boost Morale at Work in 2024

Juneteenth Activities: Recognizing and Celebrating Juneteenth at Work

A Guide to Engaging Team Bonding Games for Work

From Parts to Purpose: What to Expect at a Skateboard Charity Event

7 Benefits of Corporate Retreats + Event Planning and Ideas

Signs, Causes, and Solutions for Boredom at Work

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