The recession may not be feel like it’s over yet but most managers appreciate that Christmas needn’t be cancelled again this year.
Be creative this Christmas - do some team building
Boozy parties are probably not the best way to mark the end of a tough year but that doesn’t mean there’s not value in gathering everyone together.
As we enter an era when return on investment is at the forefront of our minds the annual celebration needs to deliver more than just a few laughs and sore heads the next day. Why not think of your Christmas event as a chance to do some team building.
So, while everyone is together in celabratory mood here are a few suggestions that will turn a turkey dinner into a turning point:
1. Stand out awards for outstanding contributions during 2010
2. Use energisers to get people mixing – it will improve internal communication in the New Year
3. Recast the vision and energise the team for 2011
4. Invite former colleagues back – not always appropriate but if you can, you should
5. Accommodate non-drinkers with fabulous soft drinks
6. Replace the usual dinner dance with an activity – see possible ideas below.
Alternative Christmas team building activities: Treasure Hunt, Cook your own Christmas lunch, Quad Biking, Reflective Nature Walk, Cultural Christmas (visiting museums and galleries), Fondue lunch/dinner, Sensory Quiz, Interactive Cabaret, Karaoke, Wii Olympics, Scalextric Grand Prix, Take a trip to the seaside, Plant some trees, Help a charity, school or neighbour.
Any other ideas? Let us know.
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For more resources, see our Library topic Team Building.
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Blog by Fresh Tracks: Experts in Team Building, Team Development and Staff Conferences
Website: www.freshtracks.co.uk
Carter McNamara of Authenticity Consulting, LLC, provides organizational development, consultant training and Action Learning services, and is developer of the Free Management Library.