For staff, they see ‘team-building’ on the calendar, and the heart immediately sinks. Why? Because we’ve all been to a team-building event that was run poorly. When done incorrectly, this type of training can be tedious and a waste of time. When done correctly, it has the potential to transform your business. Here are some of the biggest benefits you get when partnering with a reliable team-building service like those offered.
Improved Relationships
At the moment, your workers likely see themselves as colleagues. Since they only ever see each other at work, there’s no deep connection and no strong relationship. With team building days, there’s an opportunity to see each other in a different light. Even just wearing casual clothes, this is another step forward for colleagues.
As they spend more time outside of the workspace, workers will have real conversations and get to know each other on more than just a superficial level. By the end of the day, workers are closer. Why is this important? Because it means they will be willing to go further to help each other at work.
Stronger Communication
With many team-building exercises, the focus is on improving communication. Of course, we all know why this is important. With enhanced communication, this increases the likelihood of collaboration in the office. The team isn’t hesitant when it comes to talking to one another, and colleagues solve problems together rather than feeling they have to take them on alone.
Increased Productivity
With stronger communication and improved relationships, it’s fair to say that productivity will improve. In our experience, team building allows employees to feel more relaxed around each other. Naturally, this increased comfort means that everybody will work towards the common goal. With everybody pulling in the same direction, the business will grow.
Boosted Morale
Let’s face it; sometimes it’s difficult to enjoy work. However, it’s much easier when you have great colleagues and get on with those nearby. After team building, it’s often said that several individual workers transform into one cohesive unit. We’re all human; if we like our colleagues, we’re going to be happier coming in daily.
Reduced Labour Turnover
As we’ve seen, workers can get closer after team building, and they’re happier in the workplace. As a result, the business should enjoy reduced labor turnover. Thankfully, employees want to continue working with their friends, and the job seems more enjoyable.
Leadership Identification
If you never attend the team building days yourself, we believe this is a big mistake. For one thing, managers and business owners often identify leadership qualities in individual workers. In many cases, it’s a source you wouldn’t normally expect. Just through a simple game of team chess or connect 4, one of the quietest team members might take charge. Alternatively, it might be a problem-solving challenge where somebody takes over and shows leadership you didn’t quite expect.
Return on Investment
With all the benefits listed, you’re almost certain to get a return on your initial investment. Though businesses think of team building as yet another unwanted expense, all of the benefits make the small investment worthwhile. You identify leaders, reduce labor turnover, boost morale, increase productivity, strengthen communication, and improve relationships. Even after this, we could mention the improved mental health, confidence, physical health, and trust, respect, and responsibility for all workers. Finally, with the right company, team building is actually lots of fun.
If you want to learn more, feel free to contact Wonder Lead today for advice and assistance!