Company Culture &amp; Team Building

Work-Life Balance for Remote Teams: Tips for Employee Well-Being

As remote work continues to gain prominence, organizations must focus on employee wellbeing and work-life balance for remote team initiatives to ensure their distributed workforce remains happy and productive.

7 Ideas for Navigating Virtual Networking Events with Ease

Learn what virtual networking ideas you can use to plan more engaging events for your remote and hybrid attendees! Overcome virtual roadblocks and make your virtual networking event a success with Confetti.

20+ Team Building Virtual Events for Companies

No matter who you are, there will be an activity you can resonate with. We listed below some of our absolute favorite activities categorized under any type of office personality.

5 Active Listening Exercises for Workplace Communication

Learn how to develop active listening skills through communication exercises for the workplace. Work together to become the best active listeners and colleagues!

How to Improve Collaboration in the Workplace

Workplace collaboration is the recipe for success, whether you are a small business or an enterprise. When employees with diverse skills and experiences pool their knowledge together, teams function like a well-oiled machine.

4 Ways to Enhance Your Company Meeting

Don't let meeting fatigue get you down. From icebreakers that foster camaraderie to movement breaks that reenergize, here are Confetti's strategies to make your company meetings more enjoyable and impactful!

Creating Your Event Planning Budget: Strategies for Successful Team Building Events

Learn the art of budgeting to create unforgettable team building experiences!

Exploring the Power and Purpose of Team Coaching

Teams that work together, succeed together 💪. Team coaching combines the best of management and mentoring to help you develop united, collaborative, and motivated teams. But how do you do it? And how do you measure it?

5 Team Building Kits to Engage and Connect Remote Teams

In the realm of remote work, virtual team building activities have taken on a new dimension. Uncover the magic of 5 team building kits that go beyond virtual boundaries, fostering engagement, listening and communication skills, and camaraderie among remote teams.

The ROI of Team Building: Unveiling Impact with Key Statistics

There are various ways to improve employee engagement. One of the best is team building. This article will explore the benefits of team building. You'll also learn how to select team building activities that align with your workplace needs.

What Is Job Orientation? 10 Steps to Make a Job Orientation a Success

Starting a new job can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, but that’s where the orientation of the job comes into play. It’s the first step in assisting employees to settle in and get started.

Spice Up Collaboration with a Team Building Cooking Class

These 7 team building cooking classes are designed to add a dash of excitement and flavor to your workday. Spice up your corporate event, boost collaboration and cultivate a tastier, more connected workforce with these virtual group cooking classes!

Schedule the Fun: 5 Types of Corporate Events to Plan Annually

Corporate events come in all shapes and sizes, from incentive trips to holiday parties to team building experiences. Get ready to dive into a world of excitement, as we explore five types of corporate events that will make your annual calendar one for the books!

7 Ways to Increase Employee Productivity

In today's competitive business world, fostering an engaged workforce is paramount to success. Discover the seven strategies that empower your employees and drive your organization toward new heights of productivity and accomplishment.

July 26, 2023

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Employee Experience

Team Building

10 Team Building Activities to Build Trust

How can you foster teamwork if you don't trust your entire team? Team building can help! Here are 10 activities to help you build trust amongst old and new team members.

9 Thanksgiving Team Building Activities to Show Gratitude

Now that the holiday season is in full swing, it's time to set the table and throw a Thanksgiving team building event the whole office will enjoy. Read on for our tips on how to throw the perfect Friendsgiving celebration! 🎉

The 15 Best Group Improv Games for Team Building

Many companies, from Fortune 500 to independent startups, rely on improv exercises to improve team collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills. Is your team ready to try out improv — say yes AND check out the games below to get started!

8 Delicious Ways to Celebrate National Pizza Day at Work

Standard pizza parties at work just don’t cut it anymore. Here are 8 fun ways to step up your office pizza party game for National Pizza Day.

15+ Virtual Holiday Party Ideas

Plan a company holiday party that spreads the cheer of the season. Discover the best holiday activities for work, like a wintery happy hour or an ugly sweater-making party! Read to learn more.

10+ Virtual Holiday Games for Festive Bonding

The holidays are right around the corner, which means it's time to plan festivities for your team. If you need a new virtual holiday party idea, this blog is for you. Help them build their skills and their professional relationships with these eight virtual games.

75+ Workplace Icebreaker Questions

In-person and remote teams alike can all benefit from some good team icebreaker questions for work. Want to kick off your virtual meetings getting to know you fun? Lucky for you, Confetti’s got the ultimate list of icebreaker questions for virtual team building.

10 Corporate Exercise Program Ideas for a Healthier Workplace

Here are 10 ideas you can add to your company fitness program to encourage wellness and team building!

16 Thrilling Halloween Activities and Games for Remote Employees

Spooky season is upon us! Grab the candy and apple cider, and carve out the good times with some Halloween team building activities. 🎃

12 Virtual Fall Team Building Activities for Work

Discover the best virtual fall activities for work, like an office Oktoberfest or an autumn-themed arts and crafts night. Kick off the autumnal holiday season with these ideas!

7 Oktoberfest Ideas for Work

Bring the spirit of Munich straight to your employees' door, raise your beer stein, and cheers to a keg-cellent time with these Oktoberfest ideas for work!

10 Virtual Team Building Activities for Small Groups

From virtual team building games to icebreakers to book clubs and more, here are some activities to help bring the remote employees in your small virtual teams closer together.

8 National Coffee Day Ideas to Perk Up Your Office

Every day is a day for coffee, but National Coffee Day is September 29th! Use these team building ideas to sweeten up the office and employee morale.

7 Breakout Session Ideas to Keep Your Employees Engaged

Employers need to find ways to create new experiences and break away from the standard day-to-day cycle. The answer? Virtual breakout sessions.

10 Meaningful Activities to Celebrate World Gratitude Day

World Gratitude Day is a global holiday dedicated to the power of gratitude. Learn the importance of this special day in the office and explore creative ways to celebrate with your team on September 21st!

How to Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at Work

November is Native American Heritage Month in America. Learn how to celebrate and honor Indigenous Peoples with your team.

10 Ways to Celebrate Global Diversity Awareness Month

Global Diversity Awareness Month is all about embracing diversity in our global society. Here are some activities to plan in October for a Global Diversity Month that also builds a more inclusive workplace culture.

8 Ways to Encourage Diverse Perspectives in the Workplace

Welcoming diverse perspectives is key to a thriving workplace. Learn what you can do to create an inclusive environment where employee voices are heard.

Content Manager at JobSage

8+ Hispanic Heritage Month Activities for Work

Hispanic Heritage Month is right around the corner! Bring the party straight to your office this year and plan an unforgettable event everyone will love! 🥳

How to Celebrate Women's Equality Day

Celebrate Women's Equality Day in a remote work environment with engaging team building and educational initiatives created by women. Read on to learn how to make this day a memorable and impactful celebration for your hybrid and remote team!

How to Support Black-Owned Businesses During Black Business Month

Black business owners account for a significant and growing portion of the entrepreneurial landscape, contributing to the economic prosperity of minority-owned businesses and the diversity of communities worldwide.

10 Diversity and Inclusion Games and Activities

Working in a remote or distributed workplace? No worries! Here at Confetti, we've got plenty of ideas to celebrate diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Check out 10 of our favorite activities below!

How to Celebrate Juneteenth at Work

Are you looking to celebrate Juneteenth at work? Read on to discover the best activities your team can engage in to honor this special day.

How to Celebrate Pride Month at Work

Celebrating Pride Month at work promotes an inclusive environment and supportive company culture. This June, do more than put up Pride Month office decorations and plan an event that educates your team and celebrates the Queer community!

How to Celebrate AAPI Month at Work

Learn how to celebrate AAPI Month with diversity and inclusion activities that are educational and fun for the whole team!

How to Build a Successful Diversity Training Program for Your Employees

Read on to learn how a successful Diversity Training Program can greatly benefit your employees and the organization as a whole.

6 Tips for More Accessible and Inclusive Hiring

Now is the time for accessible and inclusive hiring. Learn how to make your hiring process truly inclusive by crafting appealing job listings, structuring accessible applications, mitigating biases in screening, providing flexible interview options, and supporting diversity.

How to Celebrate Lunar New Year at Work

The coming of spring means the start of a new lunar year. Bring your team good fortune and celebrate Lunar New Year with these virtual activities!

How to Celebrate Black History Month at Work

February is Black History Month. What are impactful ways to honor Black History Month with your employees? Find out here.

How to Celebrate MLK Day at Work

This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, find ways to honor the prolific Civil Rights leader through educational team building or an official day of service. Read on for more ideas below!

Why is Employee Engagement Important for Your Team's Success?

An engaged workforce of satisfied employees impacts your company in more ways than you may realize. From increased levels of innovation, teamwork, and more, improving employee engagement is crucial to the success of your team and business outcomes. Read on to learn more.

The Top 5 Tips for Measuring Employee Engagement

Is your organization aiming to foster highly engaged employees? Work towards employee satisfaction with these top tips to implement in your employee engagement strategy.

How to Create an Effective Employee Experience Strategy

Build an employee experience strategy that fosters an engaging and positive workplace, and prioritizes employee needs and development to create happier, more engaged teams. Read on to learn more!

How Connection Boosts Employee Engagement and Performance

Employee engagement and performance are two of the most critical factors contributing to the success of any organization. Read on for more ideas on how to boost employee engagement and performance through connection-building strategies below.

5 Events for Each Step in the Employee Experience Journey

In order to make the best employee experience, put some memorable team building events on your employee journey maps.

5 Virtual Retirement Party Ideas for Fun Farewells

Before you say goodbye to your treasured retiree, make sure to plan a proper retirement party that's full of heart. Read on for some of the best online retirement party ideas for coworker send-offs.

8 Best Employee Onboarding Experiences

Give your employees a taste of your company culture during the structured onboarding process with engaging, fun experiences designed to break the ice. Read on for some of the best employee onboarding experiences for new hires!

6 Employee Recognition Ideas to Build a Culture of Appreciation

What kind of employee recognition ideas should you employ to build a culture of appreciation? Read on for some creative employee recognition ideas you can try with your team. Make every day National Employee Appreciation Day!

How to Spice Up Your Virtual Zoom Background

‍Keep your coworkers on their toes and liven up your virtual meetings with funny backgrounds for Zoom! Lacking inspiration? Read on for some ideas that will help you brainstorm some creative Zoom backgrounds.

Senior Games Coordinator & Games Development Specialist

5 Unique Benefits of Working from Home

If you've been clinging to your traditional office setting over the years, it's time to embrace the benefits of allowing employees to work remotely. Wondering what the perks of remote work entail? Read on for more!

6 Event Ideas to Improve Employee Experience

Employee experience influences the way employees perceive general happiness and satisfaction in their job, work-life balance, and overall identity. Read on for our event ideas on how to improve workplace culture throughout the entire employee life cycle.

10 Staff Appreciation Party Ideas

Here are the best 10 ways to show your employees you’re thankful for all their hard work. Read on for more!

Content Writer & Strategist

How to Boost Employee Engagement for Giving Programs

Want to increase employee engagement in your charitable initiatives? Follow these 6 tips to inspire giving back at work.

6 Ways Leaders Can Help Their Team Overcome Imposter Syndrome at Work

Imposter syndrome, though increasingly common, is a sneaky phenomenon that can make even your strongest employees feel inadequate. Here’s how you can help your staff beat it once and for all.

5 Tips to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone at Work

We hate to break it to you, but your team’s work routine may have turned into a work rut. Though staying in the comfort zone might feel easier, consider the benefits of getting out of your comfort zone and discovering what lies beyond it. Read to learn more!

50+ Creative Prompt Ideas for Your Next Virtual Scavenger Hunt

Planning a virtual or digital scavenger hunt? Here are some virtual scavenger hunt ideas from Confetti’s Games Team that are sure to inspire stories and connection-building!

50+ Holiday Icebreaker Questions for Work

Discover 25+ inclusive holiday icebreaker questions to spark fun and meaningful conversations at work. Perfect for fostering connection and celebrating the diversity of the holiday season!

75+ Workplace Icebreaker Questions

The Top 7 Virtual Event Companies Revolutionizing the Industry

Whether you're planning a conference, a company meeting, or a fun gathering, finding the right virtual event platform is vital. Here are some of the top virtual event companies revolutionizing the industry.

The Top HR Experts and Influencers to Follow in 2024

Following HR leaders can help you gain perspective on your own business, learn new strategies, and inspire you to make your company a better place to work.

35+ Engaging Trivia Questions for Work Meetings

Let’s be honest — the phrase “work meetings” doesn’t usually spark joy... But toss in some fun trivia games and you might change your mind! Want to find out how to spice up your team meeting? Keep reading and get the answers (and questions! 😉)

30+ Pop Culture Trivia Questions for the Office

Show your team your pop culture knowledge, from sports to movies and more!

Senior Games Coordinator & Games Development Specialist

15 Quick Team Building Activities for Busy Teams

Team building exercises don't have to take an hour. Kick off your team meeting with these fast activities that improve collaboration and problem-solving skills while boosting team spirit!

The Best HR Conferences to Attend in 2024

HR conferences are a must for professionals looking to stay on top of industry trends to drive organizational success. If you want to book your calendar with more HR Conferences, 2024 is a great time to start.

8 Free Activities That Improve Workplace Culture

We all know the benefits that team outings and events have on workplace culture. The good news is, effective team building can be free! Read on for easy ideas you can implement to share the good vibes at work without spending a dime.

How to Handle a Reduction in Force

Discover the essential framework to navigate a Reduction in Force (RIF) with empathy and clarity. Uncover HR tips and actionable steps to prepare, support, and uplift your team through the transition ahead.

5 Ways to Celebrate Get to Know Your Customers Day

In honor of Get to Know Your Customers Day, here are five incredible ways you can build stronger relationships with your best customers, continue providing excellent customer service, and improve the customer experience.

5 Templates for Approaching Budget Discussions with Your Team

One of the first steps to solidifying your company’s team building strategy is creating and getting approval for a budget. We get it though - this can sometimes be intimidating! Confetti founder & CEO Lee Rubin put these five templates together to get you started.

Event Planning Survey Template

Want to adopt a better event planning strategy for your team? This survey template can help! Or...we can do it for you for FREE.

How to Help Employees with Burnout

Aside from employee assistance programs and mental health counseling, let’s talk about small ways to help your employees cope with stress and burnout in the workplace. Read on for tips on nervous system regulation and handling burnout in teams.

How Can Employers Reduce Stress in the Workplace? Tips from Confetti

Reducing workplace stress benefits everyone! Learn how you can foster a remote workplace that reduces employee stress levels, straight from Confetti CEO Lee Rubin.

8+ Self-Care Activities for Groups on International Self-Care Day

Let’s discuss ways in which you can create a workplace that encourages employees' self-care habits so you can have the happiest, healthiest team around!

5 Lifestyle Benefits for Employees: Enhancing Remote and Global Workplaces

Remote work is a hot topic. Some companies are all for it and some are back in the office 5 days a week. No matter how you shake it, distributed work has surged, making it necessary for companies to reconsider how to treat each employee fairly, no matter where they work.

Marketing Operations Specialist at Fringe

How to Encourage Better Mental Health Through Remote Team Building

Discover the benefits of team building on your employee's mental health. Plus, 4 virtual team building activities that can help you support employee mental health. Read to learn more!

The Benefits of Work-Life Balance & 5 Tips to Help Your Team Find It

Let's talk about employee wellness and work-life balance. Here are some tips to help your team balance their professional and personal life to build a positive culture and improve employee engagement.

9 Ways to Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month

Honor mindfulness and self-care with your team members during Mental Health Awareness Month using Confetti’s ideas below!

From Stressed to Refreshed: Wellness Wednesday in the Workplace

Workplace stress is at an all-time high. Fortunately, there's something business leaders can do about it. Discover some exciting solutions to combat stress at work, build a culture of self-care, and help employees achieve healthy lifestyles.

5 Stress Awareness Month Activities to Elevate Employee Well-Being

Employee well-being is critical for employee happiness, engagement, and productivity. It's also essential for the bottom line. Discover five fun activities you can do with your staff to help them relieve stress, improve their overall health, and work toward a positive culture.

5 National Relaxation Day Ideas To Unwind

Between the 9-5 and the 5-9, we all live hectic lives. Read on for team building ideas and relaxation techniques that will lower blood pressure and make you fall in love with National Relaxation Day.

Work-Life Balance for Remote Teams: Tips for Employee Well-Being