Companies in New York integrate work-life balance into their cultures more now than ever. And one of the most instrumental methods of boosting morale involves seasonal events and company-sponsored experiences. These seasonal events and get-togethers are a way to significantly boost team morale throughout the year. Keep reading to gather some fantastic ideas for your office’s upcoming social calendar.
1. Host “Best Of” Contests and Seasonal Events
Similar to a spirit week, a “best of” contest at the end of each week can build positive anticipation for Friday sign-offs. The categories can be generic, but customizing them to reflect company culture nuances is much more fun. Some inspiration can include “best email signature” (if this changes at all between colleagues,) the best-looking desk, or even the best-smelling lunch. Consider hosting these weekly or monthly contests off-site as an event and a reason to step away from the office for some fun.
2. Grant Quarterly Days-off for a Passion Project
Supporting passion projects is a great way to boost morale and show how much a company cares about individual desires outside of the workplace. Maybe someone has always wanted to learn to play guitar, ride a horse, or see a particular botanical installation. Having guilt-free time to pursue individual interests and passions not related to work is quite refreshing. And these types of passion projects can become regular events to inspire your teams off-site and year-round.
3. Seasonal Events and Weekly Lotteries for More Than Petty Cash
Depending on the size of your company, a lottery may be better as a monthly or quarterly option, but that can be up to you. Prizes for local eateries, New York Ballet tickets, or theater tickets are all great options. Make sure to solicit some input from colleagues and employees, though, as people have to want to play an office lottery to be successful!
4. Leave Anonymous Kindness Notes
These little office “kindness” notes can mean a lot to the recipient. It could be something as small as “I see how hard you have been working on these difficult tasks this week; kudos.” that makes a team member’s day. These notes must be genuine but anonymous (meaning from any other team member, not just the boss.) And consider hosting New York events to celebrate the group’s efforts at leaving and receiving kindness notes.
5. Celebrate Wacky Holidays with Seasonal Events
Your company doesn’t need to wait for an official holiday to celebrate with the team. Consider browsing all the fun and wacky holidays on the unofficial calendar and tying your corporate events accordingly. Maybe for National Ice Cream Day, you host an ice cream social. For National Museum Day, you sponsor an employee outing to one of many NYC museums. Get creative and create brilliant seasonal events around all kinds of fun, unofficial celebratory dates on the calendar.
Company-Sponsored Fun Doesn’t Have to Be Boring
Get inspired to have some company-sponsored fun and host holiday parties that boost morale better for your teams! If you have any questions about your company’s event plans, give EMRG Media a shout. Our local New York event planners can bring your vision to life to bring inspiring fun to any company event, team meeting, or celebration.
