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What Is the Holy City Wanderer? We've all experienced that sinking feeling when a corporate "teambuilder" gets announced. Employees dread the forced small talk and bizarre improv scenarios they’re compelled to do with colleagues they barely know. It's the epitome of awkwardness and does very little to build team unity and camaraderie. But what if team building didn't have to be that way? That’s where the Holy City Wanderer Scavenger Hunt by On Purpose Adventures comes in. This fun and easy experience replaces those tired icebreakers with a genuinely fun adventure that actually fosters organic connections and camaraderie. You'll ditch the office walls for the vibrant streets of Charleston, armed with a high-tech GPS-guided app to embark on a modern scavenger hunt. No uncomfortable role-playing required! Instead, you'll collaborate to solve clues, snap creative photos, brainstorm answers to riddles, and uncover local hidden gems - all while naturally honing crucial workplace skills like communication, strategy, and creative problem-solving through shared success and laughter. Enjoy the beautiful fall weather, break out of the 'boredroom', and embark on an immersive scavenger hunt adventure! #OnPurposeAdventures #YellowCamoCrew #TeamBuilding #TeamBonding #EmployeeRetention #ScavengerHunt

Fall is just around the corner, and with cooler weather on the way, it's the perfect time to get your team out of the 'bored' room and into an adventure! After a hot summer stuck inside, it's time to shake things up with the Upstate Wanderer—a GPS-based scavenger hunt that takes your team-building experience to the next level. Forget the boardroom! Imagine your team exploring the vibrant streets and hidden gems of Greenville, Greer, Travelers Rest, or Fountain Inn as they solve brainteasers, conquer challenges, and make lasting memories together. This isn’t just another team-building activity. The Upstate Wanderer combines strategy, communication, and real-life challenges to foster true connections and build a cohesive team culture that lasts long after the adventure ends. Whether you’re exploring the Liberty Bridge, the Swamp Rabbit Trail, or charming local hotspots, your team will walk away with new skills, stronger bonds, and a fresh perspective. Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy the crisp fall air while engaging in an unforgettable experience. Ready to wander? Step out of the office and into an adventure with a purpose. #OnPurposeAdventures #YeahThatGreenville #YellowCamoCrew #ScavengerHunt #TeamBuilding #TeamBonding

Fall is just around the corner, and with cooler weather on the way, it's the perfect time to get your team out of the 'bored' room and into an adventure! After a hot summer stuck inside, it's time to shake things up with the Upstate Wanderer—a GPS-based scavenger hunt that takes your team-building experience to the next level. Forget the boardroom! Imagine your team exploring the vibrant streets and hidden gems of Greenville, Greer, Travelers Rest, or Fountain Inn as they solve brainteasers, conquer challenges, and make lasting memories together. This isn’t just another team-building activity. The Upstate Wanderer combines strategy, communication, and real-life challenges to foster true connections and build a cohesive team culture that lasts long after the adventure ends. Whether you’re exploring the Liberty Bridge, the Swamp Rabbit Trail, or charming local hotspots, your team will walk away with new skills, stronger bonds, and a fresh perspective. Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy the crisp fall air while engaging in an unforgettable experience. Ready to wander? Step out of the office and into an adventure with a purpose. #OnPurposeAdventures #YeahThatGreenville #YellowCamoCrew #ScavengerHunt #TeamBuilding #TeamBonding

Weeknotes 4: Our Place Lead sheds some light on the differences we are noticing in the initial weeks of place based working - as well as what key takeaways we are building from this crucial period of discovery

🌽Guiding Teams Through the Most Challenging 'Mazes'🕵🏼♂️ Looking for a unique way to boost team morale or enjoy a weekend with friends and family? The DC region is home to some of the most amazing corn mazes that offer both challenge and fun! Why choose a corn maze for team building? 🌽Collaboration: Navigate twists and turns while enhancing teamwork and communication. 🌽Problem-Solving: Encourage creative thinking as you find your way through intricate paths. 🌽Relaxation & Fun: Escape the office for a day and enjoy nature's beauty with laughter and camaraderie. Here are a few top picks: 1.) Butler’s Orchard - Perfect for families, with kid-friendly sections and activities 2.) Cox Farms - Offers a spooky ‘Field of Fears’ nighttime adventure 3.) MD Corn Maze - Known for its Taylor Swift themed mazes 4.) Liberty Mills Farm - Choose from 4 different style mazes 
Whether you're planning a corporate outing or a fun day with loved ones, these corn mazes promise an unforgettable experience. #TeamBuilding #Networking #FamilyFun #CornMazeAdventure

Becoming a Founder: Work-Life Balance I always hated the phrase "work-life balance." It’s one of those corporate expressions that should be thrown in the bin alongside "double hatting" and "acting-up". (Praise for the Gen-Z's who are seemily rallying against these). I understand the good intention behind it. We do need to find balance in life, to make time for ourselves, families, and friends, all while climbing the corporate ladder. But its prevalence (at least through my career) highlights a glaring contradiction between words and action. We’re told to seek balance, but the demands of work often lead to burnout and unnecessary stress. Through one part of my career, I slept in the office regularly for several months. My workload was enormous, I did little else but work. I still remember crying after my mid year review, I felt helpless and unable to cope with the demands. I was told that I needed more stretch but also to manage my work-life balance (WTF!). I actually kept a pillow in my locker for my 2am naps. The impact on my mental health and my relationships was staggering. But I got a promotion, so I felt like I was winning. I wasn't. Move forwards almost a decade. In this photo, I am tired. I had barely slept because my newborn son has decided to become nocturnal. And honestly, my energy was running low. But also in this photo, I am beaming with happiness. Clare Mroz and Abbie Carter were being their usual hilarious selves, trying to make me feel like I was posing for the front cover of Tatler. I had spent the afternoon immersed in creative design and strategy with Rupert Pearce and Jaime Blakeley-Glover as we prepared for the launch of an exciting new collaboration. And my Wife had just arrived to walk with me to pick up my son from nursery. In that moment, despite the fatigue, I was in a place that made me truly happy. So, I don't think it is finding "balance" that makes us (me) happy. I think it is about the feeling of autonomy and control. There will always be moments of exhaustion and chaos, especially as a founder. But what I am learning is that it’s about finding ultimate fulfillment in the mix. It’s not about perfectly separating "work" and "life" but about making sure the things I work on and the people I spend time with add meaning to both. That’s where I find my happy place. (p.s. For anyone who has ever worked for me. If I have ever told you to find work-life balance, I am sorry. It was lazy management and a sign that I was not prepared) (p.p.s - Patch is a bloody brilliant workspace filled with lovely people) #founder #worklifebalance #startupjourney #parenthood #entrepreneurship #findingfulfillment

Get to know your clients with the F.O.R.D. method! Ask about their Family, Occupation, Recreation, and Dreams to build meaningful connections and show you genuinely care. Taking the time to understand these aspects of their lives helps you ask the right questions and follow up thoughtfully. It’s all about making every interaction count. 🌟 Speaker: Jordan Thompson, Team Leader #ClientCare #MeaningfulConnections #FORDMethod #RealEstate #GreatListener #BuildingRelationships

Gathering for our 2023 company retreat in Manistee, Michigan was a significant moment for the OSB team considering our dynamic as a hybrid/remote workforce for now over three years. The experience of having everyone in the same room at the same time brought an invaluable dimension to our collaboration. Brainstorm sessions and collaborative conversations flowed with a natural ease, facilitated by the shared physical space. Being able to read each other's cues and engage in spontaneous discussions fostered a level of connection and synergy that is often challenging to achieve in a virtual setting. The retreat provided a platform for us to strengthen our bonds, exchange ideas, and collectively shape the trajectory of our company. As we have returned to our respective workspaces in the following months, the impact of our time together in Manistee lingers. The camaraderie and shared energy will undoubtedly amplify our collaborative efforts, showcasing the power of coming together in person. Read more about our company retreat here: https://lnkd.in/ezSebUg9 #CompanyRetreat #TeamBuilding #BusinessStrategy #Innovation #Collaboration #RemoteWork #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessDevelopment #MichiganMobility #WorkplaceCulture

It’s so easy to get caught up in keeping strict professional boundaries that we can sometimes forget that getting to know your team away from their desk can really help them feel connected to both each other and the team’s mission. You have a hard working team! But they don’t seem to know each other very well. As a leader, it’s up to you to create opportunities for your team to experience something new together or facilitate ways for them to get to know each other better. When you have a team that knows and supports each other, you have a team that can thrive in even the toughest challenges. There’s a picture that still sits on the shelf in an office showcase… a raft full of people in white rapids. That rafting trip was the first one the office went on and they had to not only conquer the fear of being in the raft, but had to also listen to a guide instruct them while making sure no one was left in the water or fell overboard. The trip started with lots of laughter, both nervous and excited, and was soon replaced with keen concentration as the guide instructed them on how to remain safe as they faced higher-than-normal rapids. Those who were more nervous or scared had to rely on those ready to be brave and act should the raft turn over. The relief as they successfully navigated the rapids and arrived at their destination was shared via high fives and hugs. The picture was proof they did something scary together and it was referenced anytime things got tough on the next project. This type of bonding lives on past the event. Build these moments for your team! #LeadershipChallenge #TheLeadershipChallenge #Bonds #Experiences #SharedExperience #TeamBuilding

𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 – 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐮𝐧𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬! Under the sun's warm embrace, amidst the soothing sound of crashing waves, we come together to build not just sandcastles, but lasting bonds of teamwork and unity. Here at the beach, where the sea meets the shore, we strengthen our connections and ride the waves of challenges together. Amidst the salty breeze and endless horizon, we discover that true strength lies not just in individual prowess but in the harmony of our diverse talents and unwavering camaraderie. This is not just team building – this is a journey of growth, resilience, and endless possibilities. #teambuilding #TeamUnity #gatewaybridgeedu - Synchronized Team Innovator