The next season of Anywhere League starts this week, and I want to encourage you, if you have remote or hybrid team members (or even if you don't), to consider trying it out. https://lnkd.in/e3hRbd8h It's the best team-building I've done, because it's directed (unlike virtual happy hour events, there's no dead air or awkward scrambling for something to talk about); it happens regularly (so the team builds cohesion over time); you can pick a time during your work day (so nobody has to make special arrangements); folks get to work together as a team to compete (good-naturedly) against other organizations (all the benefits of a sport without excluding anyone); everyone gets a chance to shine (because the topics vary wildly from week to week); and you really get to know your teammates as people. There's nothing to ship, and nobody has to travel, so it also has a lower carbon cost than most any other organized team-building event, without leaving out anyone who can't safely meet in-person. And it's FUN! Kathleen, the host, always makes sure everyone has a good time and learns something. I was only at Coiled for 6 months, but in that time I built friendships outside of my immediate work team because I played in Anywhere League. (Some of us even kept playing together, in a free-range team, these last few seasons.) Knowing my coworkers better as people made me more willing to ask them when I had work questions, and I think it made them more willing to reach out to me, too. It removed that hesitance some of us feel, when we're remote, to "bother" coworkers who would otherwise be virtual strangers to us. I don't mean to hate on the "everyone paint together" or virtual tastings or other one-off team-building events. Those can be really nice (:cough: generally rather expensive) treats for a team—I'd be genuinely delighted if my organization would pay for me to do virtual coffee-tasting and/or to paint a bird online with my coworkers! Delighted enough to make time outside the work day, for sure. But the recurring, one hour during a work day, no preparation required, "we're competing together" nature of Anywhere League makes it really hard to beat. #TeamBuilding #remote #events #team
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"The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team." - Phil Jackson In the words of legendary NBA coach Phil Jackson, the power of a team lies in the strength of its individual members. And reciprocally, each member derives strength from being part of the team. 🔥 To cultivate genuine connections and reinforce this principle, we are thrilled to introduce Enboarder’s Connection Networking Game — an educational and impactful tool for enhancing team dynamics at your corporate events. Embracing the science of human connection, this game goes beyond conventional icebreakers. 🧊 By encouraging participants to create their own connection cards and share personal fun facts, it sparks authentic conversations that lead to a deeper understanding of one another's passions and interests. 🃏 As team members bond over shared experiences, they foster a sense of belonging and openness within the group. Moreover, the game's friendly competition and engaging leaderboard add an element of excitement that further strengthens the team spirit. Elevate your corporate events and experience the transformational power of genuine connections with Enboarder’s Connection Networking Game. Learn more: 🔍 #EmployeeEngagement #TeamBuilding #CorporateEvents https://buff.ly/3sSb21m
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Got to love it when that happens! You know that time when you’ve chatted to someone on linked in, then you get to meet them in ‘real life’ and you’re on the same wavelength? 🏉 I got to meet the fantastic Charlie Beech (Front Row Support) today at a great networking group, hosted by Mark Burns (Coach’s Office Group), and that’s exactly what happened. The networking was held in the most amazing venue, The Motorist, and we had some free networking time and a cracking buttie before we settled down for Mark and Charlie’s ‘armchair chat’. ✨They chatted about the crossovers between sport and business, drawing from Charlie’s background as a pro rugby player and his work now helping owners develop their businesses. Some great nuggets! ✳️ Charlie talked about the importance of standards in a team or company. If one player/employee starts to slack, and it’s not picked up, the danger is that others can start lowering their standards. So it’s so important to have a group accountability and joint vision to help reduce this. ✳️ I loved the point about team culture. Charlie talked about Sean Edwards, when he was a defence coach at Wasps, instilling the ‘Blitz Defence’, where the whole team defended proactively. Charlie talked about the need for everyone to buy in to the concept, otherwise gaps would appear and it then was deemed a ‘rubbish tactic’. The point was about bringing people on board who bought into the culture or concept, rather than folk who would disrupt the ship too much. ✳️ I final nugget (although there were loads more) was Mark and Charlie’s chat about the Pygmalian effect, where high expectations lead to improved performance and low expectations to lower performance. Charlie chatted about how just being called a ‘star player’ can help drive a player on. This raises the importance of how we talk to players and employees, and the effect of coach’s and employer’s interactions with their people. Really lovely to meet so many new faces and hear Charlie’s stories. And a proper good chat after too! Gotta love networking! 😊 #networking #networkgroup #formerplayer #prorugbyplayer #exathlete #lifeaftersport #postsportcareer #sportandbusiness #businessandsport #beawesome #createanedge #awinningedge
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We are not a family. We are more like a professional sports team. It's an interesting paradigm shift. But, I believe, an appropriate one. I always cringe a bit when I hear leaders describe their culture like a family. Let's be honest. Would you take 9 months off work to care for a sick co-worker? In most cases, no way. You may contribute to a fund to support their care. Or show other signs of support. But YOUR family comes first. And we reserve those types of measures for family. So, let's call it what it is. It is far more akin to a professional sports team. A group of (hopefully) high performing, well compensated professionals assembled to achieve one common goal. We practice. We watch tape (figuratively speaking). We rely on each other. We support each other. We have expectations of each other. We take care of ourselves, so we can be there for each other. We win together. And yes, we sometimes lose together. We are not family. We are a professional sports team. When you unlock this mentality amongst the group, things really start to happen. Reed Hastings & Patty McCord penned Netflix's cultural manifesto several year's ago. It changed the way many think about culture in the Silicon Valley, and across the world. If you have not read it, it's is definitely worth taking the time to do so. https://lnkd.in/gPp6DKqu
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What did we do at our Team Offsite? Here's a glimpse - 1. Networking: Our Sales, Training, and Support teams joined forces to strengthen our collaboration, because we hardly get a chance to meet during our travel. 2. Trying a new Team Activity: We dove into a unique activity blending sustainability and tech. Because after all, our internal team gets the first chance to experience our cutting edge programs. 3. Getting Active and Competitive: Sports aren't just for fun (though we had loads of that!). They reveal our true selves and foster camaraderie like nothing else can. And that's why we picked up Olympics challenge. 4. Reaffirming Our Core Values: Taking time to revisit and reaffirm them was a reminder of our unique identity. Because that's our differentiator. Our offsite wasn't just about escaping the office—it was about strengthening bonds, fostering growth, and recharging our collective spirit. Here's to more adventures ahead! 🎉 #OffsiteAdventure #TeamBuilding #FutureSuccess
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—— 🏅🇺🇸 Lesson Learned from Team USA Women’s Relay: The Power of Effective Teamwork! 🏅🇺🇸 We witnessed a stellar performance from our Team USA women’s relay, and it’s more than just a victory—it’s a masterclass in effective teamwork! Here’s what we can all learn from their triumph: 🚀 Record-breaking time: Setting records isn’t just about individual talent; it’s about synchronized effort and collaboration towards a common goal. 👌 Flawless execution: Each member played their part to perfection, showcasing the importance of trust, reliability, and seamless coordination within a team. 💪 Overcoming challenges: They faced hurdles head-on, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and the ability to support each other through tough times. 🤝 Team spirit: Their victory wasn’t just about individual glory; it was about lifting each other up, celebrating success together, and embodying the true essence of teamwork. This triumph isn’t just a win for sports; it’s a reminder of the incredible results that come from unity, determination, and unwavering support for one another. Let’s take inspiration from our relay champions and strive for greatness in our own teams! 💼💡 Let’s give a thunderous round of applause to our phenomenal Team USA women’s relay team! You’re all shining examples of what teamwork can achieve! 🌟👏 #TeamUSA #WomenInSports #RelayChampions #DEIA
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Get ready to ignite team spirit and fuel friendly competition with our #1 trending corporate event - Corporate Olympics! 🌟 This energetic extravaganza promises not just a day filled with laughter and challenges but also an unmatched opportunity for bonding and building stronger connections within your team. 🤝 Picture this: your team, divided into different 'countries', competing in a series of fun and engaging activities. 🌍 From mental puzzles to physical challenges, there's something for everyone. It's not just about winning; it's about collaboration, strategic thinking, and above all, having a blast! 🎉 Our Corporate Olympics isn't just an event; it's an experience that leaves lasting memories and a renewed sense of team camaraderie. 🚀 So, why wait? Dive into this thrilling adventure and discover the champion within your team. Let the games begin! 🏆 Check it out here and book your spot in the winner's circle: https://hubs.li/Q02plhkD0 #Teambonders #CorporateOlympics #BuildBetterTogether #OfficeFun
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Throwing it back to moments of intense collaboration and strategic planning. Together, this sports team discovered there's no challenge too great when individual strengths are used. "Our Red Lodge Retreat Centre provides unique sports team-building experiences that help teams create a winning culture, build strong relationships, and learn to work better together. Get a FREE quote for your Sports Team today 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/gncFwdxw #ThrowbackThursday #Teamwork #Collaboration"
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At Events Made Simple, we understand that success isn't just about individual roles—it's about teamwork. That's why our team-building events are all about leveraging your employees' own strengths to boost the power and potential of the whole team. We have a huge range of teamwork-focused activities to choose from: 💪 Last Team Standing 🏎️💨 Design and Drive Derby 🔗 Chain Reaction 🗝️ The Treasure Chest 🚀 Rocket Science 🦆 Duck Herding 🏰 Construct A Catapult ⏳ The Cryptex ... and a few new ones on the horizon too! For these activities, you'll find that every team member's expertise is essential to achieving the collective goal - plus they provide a great opportunity for your team to have fun, get creative and contribute to some innovate problem-solving! You'll find more info about each of these activities (including timings, minimum/maximum group numbers and requirements for space) on our website https://lnkd.in/e3Zn6-X8. #EventsMadeSimple #EventsMadeSimpleUK #Teamwork #TeamworkQuotes #TeamBuilding #GroupGoals #WorkingTogether #GroupProblemSolving #FunActivities #RelaxedTeamBuilding #CorporateEvents #CorporateAwayDay #EventPlanning
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