5 lasting benefits of a team offsite
5 lasting benefits of a team offsite
BoomPop Team · 10/4/2022
Company offsites aren’t just a perk or a chance to see each other in person—they’re an opportunity to make a lasting impact on your business and employees.
Why is a company offsite so important? With distributed teams and remote work becoming more common, it can be difficult to forge important connections that may happen more organically in an office setting.
A company retreat is an effective way to bring teams together in a new environment, boost employee engagement, and foster communication. According to a study conducted by the Social Market Foundation, happy workers are 20% more productive. Investing in a company offsite is an investment in the most important part of your company: your team.
While there are many great benefits to a company retreat, we’ve chosen 5 that center on employee recognition, happiness, and team building experiences.
Employee engagement
Employee engagement is one of the best benefits of an offsite. Take advantage of the new environment and plan fun activities that allow your team the opportunity to learn more about each other, compete in games or sports, or simply have a laugh over drinks.
There is real data on the importance of forging connections with your team. Businesses that score high in employee engagement demonstrate 21% higher profitability than businesses with low or no employee engagement strategy. A company retreat with a focus on team building and connection can even create a lasting impact on how your team views the culture and goals of your company.
Mental health
It is more important than ever for companies to take an assertive approach to mental health in the workplace. Bringing your team together for a company event is highly effective in helping workers combat loneliness. For many in today’s work climate, a company retreat may be the first time they are meeting their teams in person. Make the most of this opportunity by encouraging group activities and team building.
Offsites are also the perfect setting for mindfulness workshops, art classes, and low-impact physical exercise such as hiking or yoga. Take advantage of these ideas and watch your employees flourish. If you’re looking for ways to implement more mental health support into your company culture, BoomPop can also bring virtual self-care workshops to your team at any time.
Communication
Did you know that 71% of employees who feel connected to their colleagues claim better productivity? It’s no surprise that feeling supported by your coworkers creates more successful companies overall, but reaching this milestone in many teams can be a challenge. Company offsites make building stronger teams a breeze by providing dedicated time for connection.
Teams learn more about each other through strategizing games such as escape rooms, scavenger hunts, or cooking competitions–activities that otherwise would not be possible in the office. Bonding opportunities such as these create lasting connections that make reaching out during a challenging workday a lot easier.
Retention
Finding great employees can be difficult, and keeping them can be even harder. Companies must rise above their competitors in terms of team culture and values if they want to retain the best teams. Millenials are 22x more likely to stay with a company that demonstrates a culture based on trust and transparency. Building trust and openness begins with showing your team that they are valued and respected.
We’ve discussed the importance of employee appreciation before, and showing recognition to your team is still pivotal to retention and success. Company offsites are a great way to recognize hard work and accomplishments. Even the act of gathering at a retreat somewhere new proves to 65% of employees that they are significant to their company.
Productivity
It’s important to take breaks from the standard grind, and a company offsite is an incredibly useful way to revitalize your team. When employees are happy, 39% of workers claim they work harder for their company. If you’re unsure of how to plan a fun and exciting company retreat, start with planning an offsite strategy that is tailored for your team.
Knowing your team is the best way to create a unique experience for them. The goal is to leave the company retreat energized and ready to take your work to the next level.
Invest in your team today
The benefits of a team offsite go beyond what we have discussed here. Company offsites are important for reminding your team of their personal value, as well as reaffirming the company goals and vision. When companies invest in the well being, engagement, and happiness of their staff, everyone prospers.
While there are challenges that may appear when planning your first company offsite, BoomPop has you covered. Don’t miss out on all the irreplaceable benefits of a team offsite. Start planning your company retreat today.
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