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From Slack to real impact: strengthen your team's personal bonds with weekly live trivia sessions! The easiest way to bridge distance and maintain unity in your remote-team. Anywhere League is a team building service designed with remote-teams in mind; opt out of the awkward ice breakers and offer genuine connection. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gE4rA83t #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeWellbeing #TeamBuildingActivity

🎅 Remote holiday parties don’t have to be complicated! If you’re a team leader or HR pro looking to make this season festive and fun for your virtual team, we’ve got your back with our FREE Virtual Holiday Party Guide. What’s waiting for you in this free download? ✅ Holiday-ready trivia: Anywhere League's custom-created 54 trivia questions across 9 festive themes, perfect for breaking the ice and getting the whole team socializing. ✅ Hassle-free party ideas: Easy recipes to share, the do's-and-don't of virtual gift ideas, and creative celebration tips to make planning a breeze. ✅ Team-building that's fun: Activities to get your remote team engaged and social no matter where they’re logging in from. Whether your team is small or large, spread across time zones, or new to virtual bonding, this guide is designed to help you strengthen connections with your colleagues while making holiday planning simple and fun. 🎁 Get your present here: https://lnkd.in/gVbmZHgQ #HRProfessionals #RemoteHolidayParties #TeamEngagementTools #VirtualWorkCulture #RemoteTeamFun #EmployeeHappiness #VirtualTeamCelebrations #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeWellbeing #TeamBuilding #VirtualTeam

This week, we're sharing traditions from around the world that inspire and connect us. Today is all about a week-long celebration honoring African heritage, community, and culture! 🎉 💬 Did you know? During Kwanzaa, it’s common to greet each other with “Habari Gani,” which means “What’s the news?” in Swahili. Each day, families and communities reflect on one of Kwanzaa’s seven guiding principles, which promote values like unity, purpose, and creativity. 🌟 Fun Facts about Kwanzaa: 🔹 Founded in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is celebrated primarily in the United States and among the African ethnicities worldwide. 🔹 The seven days of Kwanzaa each highlight a core principle, including Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (Self-Determination), and Nia (Purpose), with a special candle lit each night. 🔹 Kwanzaa gatherings often feature storytelling, music, dance, and a feast called the Karamu, bringing communities together in a joyful celebration of cultural pride and resilience. We know that taking the time to understand and celebrate each other’s cultures creates virtual team spaces where everyone feels valued and connected. Building these bridges can strengthen team bonds and foster a true sense of psychological safety no matter where your team is. #AnywhereLeague #Kwanzaa #TeamBuilding #VirtualTeams #DiverseTeams #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeHappiness #TeamBonding #RemoteWork

"Why do my remote employees feel so isolated?" 👋 Ahem. "We just did an offsite, but people already feel siloed again." 👋 Hi. "We're doing monthly social events but it's not working" 👋 Allow me to introduce myself. I'm there when it feels like nothing else is working. They say insanity is trying the same thing over and over again, but expecting a different result. There is no offsite or monthly activity that’s good enough to fight off the isolation epidemic remote employees are facing. If you’re not regularly scheduled social events for your team, on a weekly basis, your employees are just not going to have the chance to bond. As you start making your plans for the new year, maybe it's time to try something new. Weekly team-building with Anywhere League trivia gives your employees time to really get to know one another. Because a team that respects one another and has a chance to practice communication skills and problem-solving in a lighthearted way will always be more productive. Reach out to me if you want more info! #remotework #teambuilding #companyculture #mployeewellbeing #employeeengagement

This week, we’re exploring worldwide to celebrate beyond the familiar. Today is all about Yalda Night, a cherished tradition in Central Asia that’s all about gathering with loved ones to celebrate the winter solstice! 🌌 💬 Did you know? On Yalda Night, families come together to eat, read poetry, and welcome the dawn. A highlight of the evening is the pomegranate, a fruit whose name means “seeded apple.” Its rich red color represents the sunrise and the promise of brighter days ahead. 🌅 Fun Facts about Yalda Night: 🔹 Celebrated mainly in Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and Azerbaijan, Yalda Night has roots that go back over 2,000 years. 🔹 Families gather to read verses from Persian poets like Hafez, share stories, and enjoy traditional foods like nuts, watermelon, and pomegranates to symbolize health and prosperity. 🔹 The celebration is about enduring the longest night of the year with warmth, joy, and a reminder of the light to come. At Anywhere League, we believe celebrating each other’s cultures brings a unique warmth to every virtual team space. Sharing in these traditions helps us build a sense of unity and belonging that transcends physical distance, making global connections genuine. #AnywhereLeague #YaldaNight #TeamBuilding #VirtualTeams #DiverseTeams #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeHappiness #TeamBonding #RemoteWork

This week, we’re celebrating beyond the familiar by exploring unique traditions from around the world. Today, we’re diving into a figure known for his mischievous role in holiday lore! 💬 Did you know? In Austrian and Bavarian traditions, Krampus is a horned figure known for his playful, slightly sinister antics in early December. But he’s since crossed cultural borders, becoming an anti-hero in U.S. celebrations, with parades, festivals, and even themed parties honoring him each year. Fun Facts about Krampus: 🔹 In Austria, Germany, and parts of Slovenia, people celebrate Krampusnacht on December 5th, where costumed figures roam the streets, adding a fun fright to the season. 🔹 Krampus traditions go back centuries, blending elements of folklore and holiday cheer with Krampus serving as the shadow to St. Nicholas. 🔹 Modern celebrations have turned Krampus into a beloved anti-hero, with people celebrating his unique place in holiday culture through art, music, and events. At Anywhere League, we believe that sharing these stories connects us, bridging cultural distances and bringing teams closer. Let’s celebrate our differences and make every virtual workspace feel a bit more festive! The Krampus in the video is courtesy of a New York Times YouTube 2015 #AnywhereLeague #Krampus #TeamBuilding #VirtualTeams #DiverseTeams #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeHappiness #TeamBonding #RemoteWork

This week, we are doing a short series about celebrating beyond the familiar. We’ll be highlighting celebrations from around the world to inspire and connect our global teams! 🎉 Let’s kick things off with a celebration that lights up the lives of over 1 billion people each year: Diwali! 💬 Did you know? In 2019, the diya (a traditional oil lamp) became an emoji, symbolizing the essence of Diwali. This five-day festival of lights is celebrated by people across India, Nepal, Malaysia, Thailand, and other countries worldwide. It’s a time to honor the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, making it a universal reminder of positivity and renewal. ✨ Fun Facts about Diwali: 🔹⁠ ⁠Houses, temples, and public spaces are adorned with candles, diyas, and colorful rangoli art. 🔹⁠ ⁠Families celebrate by exchanging sweets, dressing in vibrant attire, and spending time together. 🔹⁠ ⁠⁠It’s not just a Hindu festival! Diwali is observed by Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists, each adding their own traditions. At Anywhere League, we believe that when teams celebrate each other’s cultures, they grow stronger, more inclusive, and innovative. We help teams build meaningful connections, bridging cultural distances and making every virtual workspace feel like a true community. #AnywhereLeague #Diwali #TeamBuilding #VirtualTeams #DiverseTeams #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeHappiness #TeamBonding #RemoteWork

Employees need to feel like they have time to recharge, relax, and socialize if they need to. Regardless of if they're in-person or remote. I frequently tell people that with Anywhere League I wanted to provide a lunchroom experience for remote workers, rather than the water cooler. And it works! I see people eating (and making) lunch on calls all the time. It's a ritual that can help a team feel more connected, no matter where they are.

This is a reminder of how powerful friendships can be at work! Think about it: Microsoft’s journey began with two friends who shared a dream and lifted each other along the way. When we connect deeply with the people we work with, our engagement, loyalty, and even our productivity feels stronger. It’s not always the mission alone that drives us—it’s the people beside us who help us do our best. For remote teams, those friendships don’t always come as naturally. But they CAN be built! That’s why we create live-hosted trivia sessions that help virtual teams connect beyond regular work tasks, finding common ground and real connections. 🏆 Ready to make team connections stronger, even from a distance? https://lnkd.in/gE4rA83t Join us for a season of team bonding that’s fun, meaningful, and all about building friendships that make work feel like a place we belong. #RemoteWork #TeamBonding #EmployeeWellbeing #VirtualTeams #WorkFromHome #TeamLoyalty #EmployeeHappiness

Hey, Virtual Team Leaders, #HR Pros, and Culture Champions! Ready to make this holiday season one your remote team will actually remember? Our Ultimate Virtual Team Holiday Party Guide is here to help you plan a celebration that’s all about connection, fun, and team spirit—no extra stress needed. 🎁 What’s Inside? 🎊 Party favors that bring out team personality 🤝 Remote-friendly team bonding activities 🍕 Food and drink ideas to enjoy wherever your team tuning in from 🎁 Virtual gifting tips that actually work ❓ AND 54 unique trivia questions (9 themed rounds) to keep things lively 👉 Grab your free guide now and make this holiday season unforgettable! https://lnkd.in/g_PbAZBm #VirtualTeams #HolidayParty #RemoteWork #TeamBuilding #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeWellbeing #SocialFacilitationForVirtualTeams #TeamBuilding #TeamBonding