We undoubtedly live in a technical age, to go to work we don’t necessarily have to leave our own house, if we want to network we can do it all without actually having to physically speak to someone and if we want to feel part of a group then we can do so online. Many companies have tuned into the power of social networking to relay messages and information but make no mistake, they are no substitute for face to face in the same room team building.

Getting your team altogether, in the same country, in the same room at the same time regularly is crucial to maintain and build positive team dynamics. You can achieve more face to face in three hours than you can in many weeks of online exchange. Personality, intonation and enthusiasm are all on display, nothing to interpret incorrectly.

We have fantastic feedback from clients who not only realise the importance of hosting a team building event where they get everyone from satellite offices (including those based in homes) but by inviting a professional team building company to host the event.

If you would like to host a team building event for your company, then please give our experienced team at Accolade Corporate Events a call today.

In the current climate everybody has to watch budgets, prove the return on investment but at the same time motivate their team and boost morale. There are ways of producing quality team building but cutting down on the actual cost of the event. Below are five easy ways to start reducing costs.

1. Cut down on venue cost: Host your event at your offices, you don’t have to stay inside but you could start and finish at your own premises.

2. Speak to your local bar or restaurant, they may give you free room hire based on a minimum food or drink spend.

3. Take advantage of our special offers in April or May and reduce the cost of your team building investment.

4. Ensure that you have total commitment from your team, if they are not going to be able to make it then make sure they notify you – this means you won’t be paying for people not attending.

5. Arrange for your team building to be hosted in the evening, this means it won’t cut into valuable business time.

If you are looking to arrange a team building event and would like some advice on cost effectiveness then please give our team a call today.