🎪 Our TrinityHQ employees were treated to a Carnival Day complete with hot dogs, cotton candy, shaved ice, fun games & prizes! We believe in a fun, productive workplace culture, where our employees can thrive and feel connected. 🎈 #EmployeeAppreciation
As hosts Liz Disterhoft and I had a front-row seat to witness transformation unfold before our eyes in this company’s team building FIREWALK experience.
My favorite moment in this video?
Witnessing a team member who had initially declared "Absolutely not for me" do a spontaneous happy dance after conquering the fire (for his SECOND time) 😉.
That's the magic of firewalks – breaking down barriers, defying expectations, and fostering a sense of unity and accomplishment.
But the real magic happens beyond the flames.
Back in the workplace, you’ll see the ripple effects of this shared experience.
Communication will become more open, collaboration will flourish, and trust among team members will reach new heights.
Hosting firewalks isn't just about the adrenaline rush or the spectacle – it's about creating an environment where individuals can push past their limits, support each other, and emerge stronger together.
So cheers to this woman-owned company and her fearless team, who showed us the true power of embracing the fire – not just as individuals, but as a united force ready to take on whatever challenges come their way in life AND at work 👏❤️🔥🎉
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In a bustling workplace like ours at Sevenstep, it's easy to get caught up in the daily grind, focusing solely on the tasks at hand. But some of the most valuable moments happen when we take a step back and intentionally create opportunities to interact in new ways.
Today was one of those moments. On the day of the NFL Draft (Go Bears!), we hosted our own annual Buddy Draft – a live draft that randomly pairs people together for a year of new connections, fostering friendships and fun over new experiences or shared interests. Jim Becker and Natalie Scheiman knocked it out of the park, leading us through the Draft – costumes, banter and all.
As a leader, I'm passionate about making room for serendipitous encounters – moments where individuals from different teams come together, perhaps over a cup of tea, cooking class or city tour. These seemingly small interactions may not directly relate to our bottom line, but they form the fabric of our company culture, weaving bonds that transcend job titles and departments.
By carving out time like this, we create a workplace where people feel valued, understood and, most importantly, happy. And a happy team is not only better positioned to deliver exceptional service to our clients but also more likely to stay with us for the long haul.
Here's to fostering a culture of connection, one smile, one conversation, one friendship at a time.
"Dominator culture has tried to keep us all afraid, to make us choose safety instead of risk, sameness instead of diversity. Moving through that fear, finding out what connects us, revelling in our differences; this is the process that brings us closer, that gives us a world of shared values, of meaningful community." -Bell Hooks
What if in order to have a clear view of what powers, systems and structures weigh us down, we need to step away for a little while to return to our bodies, our hope, our imaginations for a better world?
The work is slow. But we move at the speed of trust and with the knowledge and hope of the next 7 generations. ✨
At Camp, the invitations. are simple, yet proven to be liberating in its given container: No phones, No work talk, No real names, No Cameras and No money exchanged during our time together.
One more day to get your tickets before joining our waitlist! 💛
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At PHS West, We understand that a strong team is the backbone of any successful organization. That's why we prioritize fostering a culture of collaboration and connection.
Now you may be wondering why team bonding matters. Here is why:
Enhanced Communication: Strong team bonds create open communication channels, leading to better problem-solving and project execution.
Boosted Morale: Shared experiences and camaraderie create a positive work environment, increasing employee satisfaction and retention.
Improved Collaboration: When team members feel comfortable with each other, they're more likely to collaborate effectively and achieve common goals.
One way we at PHS West nurture these bonds is through our annual Summer Grill Outs. These casual gatherings provide a platform for employees from different departments to interact outside the daily routine. They foster a sense of community and belonging, ultimately strengthening our team.
#TeamBuilding#CompanyCulture#PHSWest#grilloutseason
An amazing lecture my Professor shared about the fallacy of work-life balance. Backed by research, employers and organizational professionals should strive for alignment over balance - for the good of their staff and their bottom line.
https://lnkd.in/edmt4yP7
While we continue to learn and grow as we cultivate equitable, diverse, and inclusive spaces, the way we do so is constantly changing. At first, we believed safe spaces was the way to go, but how do we define safety when it can look different from person to person? Then brave spaces were introduced which we now challenge because it shouldn’t be brave to be ourselves. Brave spaces hold power and privilege amd do not come from an equitable place. Now, we look at accountable spaces. A concept that is very new to me that I am continuing to learn about. So far, I find the concept to be an eye opener on a way to support inclusivity. This is a new addition to my learning journey, which I plan to continue to research, learn, and understand. I will share more findings but just wanted to begin conversation on the concept of accountable spaces.
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Below is a 'Day in my Life' by one our amazing talent team members Giselle A.! See what a typical day is like at the KIPP Office and what the talent team is up to!
#officelife#dayinmylife#work#talent
I love these meetups using the Emotional Culture Deck with the other Elephant Riders in Wellington.
It's a great way to stay connected with the community of people doing this awesome work, and the conversations are always inspiring.
The Emotional Culture Deck is something I love using to help create amazing workplace cultures!
#leadershipdevelopment#peoplematter#cultureexcellence
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Calling all #EmotionalCultureDeck practitioners and consultants 🐘🐘🐘🐘 who live in #wellington
Join Andrea Hancox and I for an engaging and insightful session at our Wellington riders&elephants meet-up.
We'll discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by seasonal and economic changes.
We thought this topic was timely right now, as many of us are impacted by change, either directly or indirectly, through employment or business changes.
I reckon this session is going to gooooo deep!!
I'm looking forward to hearing views and perspectives into how others handle and navigate these impacts and challenges, using the emotional culture deck.
If you're in Wellington and you're curious to learn more, connect with me to attend as my guest for the evening and learn how amazing these cards are.
See you on Tuesday!
PS: this is an in-person event, and the energy from these events is contagious!
PSS: feeling a bit of FOMO, lets chat!
Co-production Week highlights the significance of collaboration and partnership across all sectors. It focuses on bringing together individuals, organisations, and communities to work together in creating and delivering services, projects, and initiatives. For us at Mind in Berkshire, co-production emphasises the idea that those who use and benefit from services should have a say in its design, implementation and further development. This approach fosters a sense of ownership, empowerment, and inclusivity, resulting in more effective and sustainable outcomes for client's and staff wellbeing.
#Co-production Week serves as a platform to showcase successful co-production practices, share knowledge and experiences, and promote the value of involving diverse stakeholders in decision-making processes. It's important to remember a co-productive approach can be life-changing and it doesn't have to be difficult. So, please, never be afraid to collaborate.
#CoproductionWeek#Collaborate#Partnership#Empowerment#MentalHealth#Berkshire
I’ve dedicated my career to developing and delivering unique, end-to-end economic development services for cities, companies, and developers. I am a leader, speaker, and difference-maker.
On the power of “Yes” and the magic of community collaboration - a throwback to a day that defines innovation and resilience.
Ten years ago, as dawn broke and I made my way back from a workshop I had led in Eagle Pass, and while on the road a call from Bastrop—where I had the honor of working at the time—changed the course of my day and, in many ways, my approach to opportunities.
I remember this day because It was International Happiness Day, and a friend a and Bastrop residnet called with an idea: “Could we shoot a video set to the tune of “Happy,” a song that was trending at the time to celebrate International Happiness Day?”
Honestly, I thought, “It’s 7 in the morning. I’m driving a rented Prius four hours from Bastrop, and you want to shoot, produce, and post a video today?”
So, naturally, I said l, “Yes,” because that’s what Super Dave Quinn would do.
The logistics seemed daunting. Me, miles away driving in a rented Prius, with the day already in full swing. But the essence of innovation isn’t in the ‘how’ but the ‘yes.’
“Yes,” I found myself saying. Yes to the unpredictable, yes to the seemingly impossible, because that’s what we do.
The video below is more than a memory. It’s a reminder of the power in embracing opportunities, no matter how unexpected.
It wasn’t about the how; it was about the will. And as the day unfolded, so did the path to making it happen, guided by a community’s heart and hustle.
This experience taught me countless lessons, but the most profound was the incredible feats we can achieve when we foster a culture of yes. It’s about more than just agreeing; it’s about opening doors to possibilities, about communities and individuals coming together to turn a vision into reality.
This video, crafted in a single day, stands as a vibrant reminder of what’s possible when we unite in creativity and purpose.
As you watch, I hope you’re reminded of the power within you to embrace opportunities, lead with optimism, and build something meaningful together. Let’s carry this spirit of possibility into every challenge, every project, every day.
Here’s to saying “Yes” - to opportunities, to community, and to making the impossible possible. Watch to the end to see all the folks who said Yes and helped make it happen.
Bonus points: drop a comment on the investment you think it took to produce this.
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2moHow fun! Great job on culture building Trinity Industries, Inc.