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  • 1.  How to Use Creative Internal Event Ideas to Engage Your Team?

    Posted 12-04-2024 05:48
    Edited by Megha Jetley 01-28-2025 09:30

    Are you looking to boost engagement and morale within your team? Sometimes, the best way to spark creativity and camaraderie is through unique internal events that break the routine. Here are some creative ideas to get your team excited and engaged:

    Themed Office Days 

    Transform the office environment with themed days like "Retro Day," "Superhero Day," or "Hawaiian Luau." Encourage employees to dress up and decorate their workspaces accordingly. It's a fun way to break the monotony and inspire creativity. 
     

    Innovation Hackathons 

    Host a 24-hour innovation hackathon where teams collaborate to develop new ideas, products, or solutions. This can be a fantastic way to harness collective creativity and uncover new opportunities for the company. 
     

    Escape Room Challenge 

    Bring the thrill of an escape room to your office. This activity promotes teamwork, problem-solving, and quick thinking. You can either set up a physical escape room or use a virtual version for remote teams. 
     

    Company sports day 

    Make use of outdoor space by organising sports day. Fire up the barbecue and get your employees competing against other departments in traditional 'school sports day' games such as the egg and spoon race, sack race and obstacle course. 

    Wellness Wednesdays 

    Dedicate a day to wellness activities like yoga, meditation, or even a guided nature walk. Promoting health and well-being can lead to a more productive and happy workforce. 
     

    Talent Show 

    Give your team a platform to showcase their hidden talents, whether it's singing, dancing, or stand-up comedy. A talent show can be a great way to celebrate the diverse skills and passions within your team. 
     

    Virtual Game Nights 

    For remote teams, organize virtual game nights featuring trivia, online board games, or multiplayer video games. This can help bridge the gap and keep remote employees connected and engaged. 
     

    Charity Drives 

    Engage your team in giving back to the community with charity drives or volunteer days. Working together on a common cause can strengthen team bonds and create a sense of purpose. 
     

    Learning Lunches 

    Host lunch-and-learn sessions where team members can share their expertise on various topics. It's a great way to promote continuous learning and allow employees to gain new skills. 
     

    DIY Craft Workshops 

    Organize workshops where employees can learn new crafts like pottery, painting, or knitting. This can be a relaxing and enjoyable way to foster creativity and team bonding. 
     

    We Want to Hear from You! 

    • What's the most memorable internal event you've attended or organized?
    • Which of these ideas would you like to try with your team? 

     
    Please feel free to share your experiences and thoughts in the comments below. Let's inspire each other to create amazing internal events that engage and delight our teams! 

    #CventTip


    #ManagingEvents

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    Megha Jetley
    Manager, Customer Marketing
    Cvent Marketing Department
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  • 2.  RE: How to Use Creative Internal Event Ideas to Engage Your Team?

    Posted 12-04-2024 13:16

    hello!

    • What's the most memorable internal event you've attended or organized? Our team was used to test out a new room in a local Escape the room near our hotel.
    • Which of these ideas would you like to try with your team? Escape the room or the dyi craft workshop!


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    Katie Dreifus
    reg
    Dunaj Agency LLCUnited States
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  • 3.  RE: How to Use Creative Internal Event Ideas to Engage Your Team?

    Posted 12-05-2024 17:28
    • What's the most memorable internal event you've attended or organized? Last holiday season, our team had wreath-making at our holiday cocktail reception! This gave everyone a seasonal and organic item to bring home, as well as an activity with an even playing field to break the ice (since few people are experts in wreath-making already!)
    • Which of these ideas would you like to try with your team?  I would love to try a Charity Drive with our team. We already work for a non-profit, so haven't prioritized supporting other local charities, but I love the idea!


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    Cate Liverman
    Director of Constituent Relations
    UVA Medical Alumni Association and Medical School FoundationUnited States
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  • 4.  RE: How to Use Creative Internal Event Ideas to Engage Your Team?

    Posted 12-10-2024 11:03
    • What's the most memorable internal event you've attended or organized? We don't do a ton but I loved when we did a cooking class as a group. I feel like that's the time we really all worked together and bonded the most. We also did like night out at an arcade which was fun but we broke off into so many groups.
    • Which of these ideas would you like to try with your team? I dont think most guys on the team would appreciate it but im a DIY girlie so a DIY craft workshop really intrigues me.

     



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    rachel
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  • 5.  RE: How to Use Creative Internal Event Ideas to Engage Your Team?

    Posted 12-10-2024 12:03

    We are having a Xmas party soon that involves Darts, bowling, pool, and other games.  It is a great way to get the team activities going!



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    David Lowenthal
    Registration Specialist
    American Hospital AssociationUnited States
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  • 6.  RE: How to Use Creative Internal Event Ideas to Engage Your Team?

    Posted 12-10-2024 23:20

    That sounds like a good time and a great way to create interaction!



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    Hallie Loeb
    Program Manager, Events & Experiences
    CDW USA
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  • 7.  RE: How to Use Creative Internal Event Ideas to Engage Your Team?

    Posted 12-11-2024 11:23
    • What's the most memorable internal event you've attended or organized?  Going to TopGolf for lunch and a fun game of golf with coworkers and spouses.
    • Which of these ideas would you like to try with your team? The Escape Room challenge sounds really fun!

     



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    SARAH JACOBSON
    Owner
    Sarah Jacobson EventsUnited States
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