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The summer months bring a unique opportunity to revitalize the corporate environment and strengthen team spirit, as the warm weather and long days encourage activities that bring the team together and bring new experiences. Your team can experience novel outdoor activities outside the everyday work environment. In this article, we look at 5 tips for summer team building and corporate activities.
1. Company picnic or barbecue
Organising a company picnic or barbecue is a great opportunity to strengthen team relationships, relax and enjoy the summer atmosphere outside the office. A picnic or barbecue can provide an experience that allows employees to get to know each other on a more personal level. After all, what's better than having something good to eat and relaxing in the summer. A cool place for this type of team building can be a meadow on the outskirts of town or a park with a grill for rent, for example. In Brno you can find one of these in the city centre, in the Lužánky park.
Involving the whole team in the preparation of a picnic or barbecue will give everyone the opportunity to participate, and shared outdoor activities such as frisbee games, badminton or just spending time together create a space for spontaneous interactions. In addition, employees can recharge their batteries for the next working day. A well-organised picnic or barbecue can lay the foundations for a company event tradition that everyone will look forward to every year.
2. Summer sports tournaments
Summer sports tournaments are a nice way to liven up the company atmosphere, increase team cohesion and encourage a competitive spirit.
By organising tournaments, employees can compete in various sports, which not only promotes physical activity but also a healthy lifestyle. For example, a volleyball tournament can be a great option for less formal gatherings where colleagues can enjoy the fresh air and time together. Other options could be bowling, bowling or relay races with challenges.
3. Multiday activities
These include, for example, a company trip on the water, a travelling trip or an overnight stay in nature. They bring employees not only experiences, but also team thinking. The very change of environment and the need to deal with certain situations outside the usual circumstances promote the development of adaptability and the ability to help each other. Of course, these activities allow employees to get to know each other better on a personal level, which can lead to stronger and more honest interpersonal bonds that will then have a positive impact on the work environment.
Careful planning is important for the successful implementation of multi-day activities. You can involve your employees in choosing the destination and the activities you are planning. To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, we advise sufficient and clear communication of information regarding the program and logistics.
4. Workshops and creative workshops
Whether it's culinary courses, art workshops, interesting training sessions or craft programmes, all of these activities offer a great opportunity for team building. Through creative activities, employees can develop their skills while learning to work together in a less formal environment.
The best thing about these workshops is that they provide an opportunity for creativity and personal development. With this type of activity, it is important to combine a fun activity that will keep employees interested while developing and pushing them.
We can include creative workshops such as painting courses, ceramics or courses on mental hygiene and communication.
5. Attending a cultural event, summer cinema or festival
Summer is a season rich in cultural events, summer cinemas and festivals, and this presents an excellent opportunity for teambuilding. The benefits of these activities are obvious. Employees have the opportunity to spend time in an informal environment, which leads to bonding, sharing of perceptions and better interpersonal relationships. Fun evenings full of conversations outside the work atmosphere also promote a positive mood in the office.
It is important to select cultural events according to the interests of the employees in order to ensure the highest possible participation and to ensure that this type of teambuilding fulfils its purpose. Why not visit a bar in the summer where there is a nice DJ set or enjoy an event with live music? It is these moments that bring a whole new dimension of cultural enrichment and shared experiences to the work team.
Tips for the organisation and successful implementation of activities
The first step to success is planning that starts early and with a clear focus on the needs of the team. When planning, employees need to be involved in the selection of activities so that they feel a sense of ownership and are more motivated to participate. Transparent communication plays a key role, both in communicating the details of the event and in setting expectations.
Another tip for successful implementation is definitely the division of labour. Divide up who does what in your team, check in with each other and support each other. The other, more costly option is to hand over this agenda to an agency.
Feedback after the activity is also an important aspect. Based on employee feedback, you can better evaluate what went well and where there is room for improvement. Feedback will allow you to plan future events more effectively and increase team satisfaction.
Incorporating HR software such as Pinya HR into the organisation of team building activities can greatly simplify the whole process. Effective planning through the ability to create questionnaires and track participation through evaluation is just one of the benefits the software offers. This modern approach not only makes coordination easier, but also increases the level of professionalism and organization, which employees will surely appreciate.
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