In the era of remote work and scattered teams, managers face a key challenge: fostering connections among employees, no matter where they happen to be located.
17 Team-Building Activities for In-Person, Remote, and Hybrid Teams
Employees with strong relationships at work are more creative, collaborative, and likely to stay with their organization.
August 07, 2024
Illustration by Sabrena Khadija
Summary.
Managers sometimes turn to team-building activities to build connections between colleagues. But which activities and practices would work best for your team? And how can you put them into action most effectively? In this article, the author offers advice and recommendations from three experts. Their activity suggestions are intended to inspire ideas that you can then tailor to your team’s size, sensibilities, and circumstances. These activities don’t need to be extravagant or overly structured — what matters is being intentional about making team building happen. Stay attentive to your team members’ needs, involve colleagues in planning, and show sincere interest in getting to know them. By doing so, you’ll help build a positive, inclusive team culture that tackles loneliness and helps everyone succeed together.