Company Culture &amp; Team Building

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 Great Ideas for Your Office's Next Lunch and Learn

Start lunch and learn programs with your colleagues to make the most of your lunch break with an educational, team building experience. Are you wondering how to get started? Read on to learn ideas for hosting a successful virtual lunch and learn with your remote team.

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!

How to Host a Wine-Tasting Party at Home

Want to get your friends together for a fun night at home? Here are some wine party ideas to get everyone learning while they sip!

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.

5 Reasons to Throw Your Office Holiday Party in January

To save their team from stress, savvy companies have started celebrating in January instead. In this article, we’ll tell you why.

Top 5 Diversity Activities for the Workplace

Learn the best ways to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in your office!

How to Kick Off a Virtual Meeting

Start your virtual meetings on the right foot! Engage your team with energizing activities like virtual coffee breaks and group stretches. In this blog, we'll go over our favorite ways of kicking off virtual meetings!

Top 5 Virtual Employee Engagement Activities

Does your team need a pick-me-up? Discover the world of employee engagement and find out how you can lead your team to success! Remote teams deserve a little TLC, and it's time to deliver.

8 Virtual Game Show Team Building Ideas for Remote & Hybrid Teams

Zoom! Camera! Action! Bring the thrill of a game show to your remote team. Host a fun and engaging team building party that will get your squad cheering in their seats!

5 Unusual Team Building Activities

Bye bye boring Trust Falls — hello to unique, quirky, and wacky team building activities! Your team deserves a one-of-a-kind experience — how many on our list have you tried?

7 Virtual Celebrations for Employees

If your team works remotely, it might feel like you’re missing out on those special in-person occasions. Bring everyone together, no matter where in the world they are, through a virtual celebration!

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.

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7+ Activities to Celebrate National Caregivers Month at Work

November is the month national family caregivers are in the spotlight for all they do to support others. Family caregiving is no easy task, so let's do all we can to raise awareness and increase support for these special people in our lives!

How to Give Back with Corporate Social Responsibility and Charity Team Building Events

For most businesses, the main goals are to gain market share and maximize profits. Still, a growing number of companies are refocusing their missions around corporate responsibility programs. Read on to learn about CSR and charitable team building activities!

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.

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

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

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.

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!

6 Engaging Entertainment Ideas for Corporate Events

Get ready to infuse laughter, camaraderie, and excitement into your events with these innovative corporate entertainment activities. Whether you're planning a virtual gathering or a hybrid soirée, these ideas are sure to captivate your colleagues and leave them asking for more.

6+ Easy Team Building Activities

In order to boost morale and output in the workplace, team building exercises can do wonders. It's crucial to have a group of people who get along well together, and what better way to do that than by building relationships outside of your weekly team meeting?

How to Start an Office Book Club for National Read a Book Day

National Read a Book Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the joy of reading and promote a culture of learning in your workplace. Get ready to turn your office into avid readers this September!

How to Learn Together with Online Trivia Games

Trivia games are a great way to have some team building fun during the workday and learn something new in the process. Read on to learn more about Confetti's online trivia games for Zoom and how to throw your own trivia team building night!

How to Engage Employees with an Online Game Show

If you're looking for an engaging experience that remote teams can enjoy, our Coworker Clash is the best bet! Read on to learn what it is and why it's Confetti's most popular team building experience!

How to Use Escape Room Puzzles to Unite Your Team

Are you looking for the most interactive and effective team building activity for remote teams? Encourage your colleagues to work together and build problem solving skills with Confetti's Virtual Escape Quests. Read on to learn more!

5 Creative Ideas to Add to Your Next Office Party

If you're going through the trouble of planning a corporate party, add some unique elements to make it memorable for the whole team! We’ve rounded up some of the best office party ideas you can incorporate into your next company party that are sure to be a hit.

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!

Meaningful Employee Recognition Ideas for the End-of-Year Celebration

As the year draws to a close, dive into creative and impactful ways to celebrate your team, both individually and as a company, from our recent webinar with GoCo and Bucketlist Rewards!

9 Engaging Sales Kickoff Ideas

Ready to prep for the coming year with the entire sales team? Plan an event that energizes and engages. Check out some of our sales kickoff meeting ideas to make a positive impact on your entire organization and the upcoming year!

50+ Fun Getting-to-Know-You Questions for Teams

Whether you're welcoming new employees or need help starting some conversation while waiting for your team meeting to start, these get-to-know-you questions for work can help!

12 Boss's Day Ideas to Celebrate Your Team Leaders

October 16th is a day for the bosses! Celebrate with these 12 fun gift ideas that your leaders are sure to enjoy!

40+ Thursday Motivational Quotes to Finish the Week Strong

From thoughtful Thursday quotes to funny quotes that evoke the spirit of Friday Eve, use this list of wisdom when you need an extra push to finish the week on top!

8+ Thoughtful Gifts for Employee Anniversaries

Say thank you for your employee's hard work! Here are thoughtful and unique gift ideas for employee anniversaries that will help you show your appreciation in meaningful ways.

6 Onboarding Strategies To Welcome Your New Hires

Having an awesome onboarding program is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. Let’s explore employee onboarding best practices that will help newcomers acclimate to your company.

10 Customer Service Week Ideas for a Memorable Celebration

It can be challenging to come up with new ideas for celebrating the team that cares for the most important people in your business: the customers. But have no fear! We have exceptional customer service week ideas to make your customer support team feel truly celebrated.

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

How to Make Working From Home Fun and Productive: Tips and Tricks

If you want to learn how to make working from home fun and productive, these remote work tips are just what you need to get started!

8 Ideas to Celebrate HR Professionals Day

In every successful organization, there is a group of unsung heroes working tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring the smooth functioning of the workplace and employee well-being, your HR team. Here are ideas to make them feel appreciated on Human Resource Professionals Day!

8 Ways to Celebrate Working Parents' Day

The best way to celebrate National Working Parents' Day is to implement policies and build a company culture that supports employees' needs and makes working parents feel celebrated. Read on to learn how!

The Top 10 Employee Experience Platforms for Remote Teams

The employee experience encompasses the entire journey employees have with an organization. Find out which software can help enhance this aspect of business to attract and keep top talent.

A Guide to Corporate Gift Giving

Looking for unique corporate gift ideas and tips for your employees? Check out our ultimate guide to giving unique corporate gifts.

8 Ways to Make Your Workplace Experience Exciting

Workplace experience covers more than just the employee experience in your physical office. Read on for Confetti's ideas to create a positive workplace experience that improves employee engagement and leads to better business outcomes for your hybrid and remote workers.

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

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.

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

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.

5 Employee Experience Examples That'll Melt Your Heart

Are you curious how businesses are going above and beyond with their employee experience management? Read on for some examples of companies that are adding to the employee experience and bettering their company culture in the process.

7 Ways Managers Can Support Mental Health at Work

Read on to learn the 7 best ways to offer your employees mental health support in the workplace.

How to Talk About Mental Health at Work

Learn how to talk about mental health in the workplace & ways to support your team's well-being for Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond!

The Truth Behind Zoom Fatigue (And What You Can Do About It)

Lee Rubin dissects the term "zoom fatigue" and shares ways to squash the feeling once and for all.

10 Strategies to Build Confidence in the Workplace

Building workplace confidence can be challenging. Read on to learn how to work with your inner critic, face new challenges, and feel confident in your professional (and personal) life.

10 Ideas to Celebrate National Career Development Month

National Career Development Month is a chance for business leaders and managers to build a different work culture that encourages goal-setting activities and promotes personal and professional development.

5 Tips for Becoming an Inclusive Leader: Fostering Diversity and Belonging in the Workplace

Inclusive leadership matters if you want happy, diverse teams! Discover how to be an inclusive leader to foster an organizational culture that celebrates cultural differences and diverse perspectives.

10 HR Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

Podcasts are not only good for entertainment. A well-crafted HR podcast can also help you get better at and find fulfillment in your work. Discover 10 of the best HR podcasts out there for building a great workplace culture and an awesome career.

14 Fun Professional Development Activities

How can you possibly make professional development fun? We'll show you with these 14 engaging ideas! Read on to learn more.

The Reality of Conflict and How Healthy Conflict Drives Results

Conflict is a reality in every organization, but how can you make the most of it? Learn about the difference between healthy and unhealthy conflict, how to embrace conflict, and how to demonstrate mutual respect in your team and company.

Founder and CEO of Dignify

11 Virtual Communication Team Building Activities

Communication is a crucial skill for any team. You can help nurture that skill with these 6 communication team building activities! Read to learn more.

The Importance of Upskilling Employees for the Evolving Workplace

Upskilling employees has become crucial for organizational success. As technology advances and remote or hybrid work models become the norm, developing both technical and soft skills ensures employees remain adaptable and competitive.

How Can Employee Feedback Loops Motivate Your Team?

Every successful business wants happy and motivated employees. How can open lines of communication help? Read on to learn more.

Understanding Team Chemistry: How Leadership Sets the Tone for Success

Team chemistry, often overlooked, is the secret that brings individual team members together, helping them to truly uplift and back each other up. It's that magic ingredient that makes the team more than the sum of its parts.

Founder and CEO of CANDOR

5 Fun Team Building Activities to Boost Problem-Solving Skills

It's time to turn workplace hiccups into a learning opportunity for innovation and collaboration! Stay tuned for insights and activities to take your team's problem-solving game to new heights.

The Power of Gamification in Learning and Development

Maybe you've heard of gamification in education, but how does the strategy apply to the office...and what does the term 'gamification' even mean? Read on to learn the breakdown of gamification strategies and their benefits, plus gamification examples and elements you can try.

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.