Company Culture &amp; Team Building

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.

Teaming Up with Your Employees to Save the Planet

What workplace sustainability means, why it's crucial to care about, and ways you can make it happen.

Confetti's Core Company Values

Check out our blog post on Confetti's company values & how they drive our long term mission to create happier, more holistic workspaces.

5 Remote Leadership Skills Necessary for Success

Confetti's CEO, Lee Rubin, discussed the 5 key skills needed to develop a strong remote leadership culture. Read to learn more.

How We Grew Revenue 600% by Focusing on Customer Happiness

Read how Confetti grew revenue 600% by focusing on customer happiness.

3 Tips for Building A Gender-Inclusive Workplace

Women’s History Month is the perfect time to ensure your office is a great place to work for women. Here are tips on how!

Neck Stretches For People Who Have Been Sitting All Day. Wait - That’s All of Us.

If you’re like me, you’re probably hunkered down in front of your computer all day these last few weeks in your attempt to both stay at home and seize the day.

What to Do When You’re Feeling Overworked and Overwhelmed

Sharing a few coping mechanisms for stress which might be helpful for you today.‍

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16 Unique Client Appreciation Event Ideas to Elevate Customer Engagement

Invite clients to special customer appreciation events and elevate customer engagement with Confetti! Read on for the best ideas to get started.

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.

Five Challenges of Diversity in the Workplace (and How to Overcome Them)

Diverse teams perform better, giving organizations a competitive advantage. However, despite the positive intentions and impact, some challenges can be an obstacle. Read on to learn how to overcome these challenges and ensure diversity initiatives are successful.

5 Employee Resource Group Event Ideas

Are you looking for some activities to bring your Employee Resource Group together? We've got some great ideas below to get you started!

7 Inclusive Event Ideas for World Day of Cultural Diversity

May 21st is World Day of Cultural Diversity. Plan inclusive team building events that teach cultural appreciation and awareness. Read on for more ideas designed with remote and hybrid teams in mind.

Top 5 Diversity Activities for the Workplace

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

3 Tips for Building A Gender-Inclusive Workplace

Women’s History Month is the perfect time to ensure your office is a great place to work for women. Here are tips on how!

30+ Positive Affirmations for Work that Actually Work

Who doesn’t need a little extra positivity in the workplace? Today, we’re teaching you to spread cheer to your entire team and help them avoid negative self talk by practicing positive affirmations. Read on to learn more!

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!

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.

6 Ways to Celebrate Get to Know Your Customers Day

In honor of Get to Know Your Customers Day, here are a few ideas for building stronger relationships with your best customers, continuing to provide excellent customer service, and improving the customer experience.

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 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 11 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.