Outdoor team-building events for the warm weather months

As the weather gets warmer, the spring and summer months are a perfect time to take stock of where your company stands in terms of staff engagement and communication. It’s good practice to bring team members from different departments together for some group activities at least a few times of year to encourage cross-pollination of ideas and build team members’ sense of being part of a larger mission.

These don’t have to be hokey “getting to know you exercises” or formal workshops led by high-priced consultants. We’ve all been to those lackluster team-building events that are met with eyerolls from staff members. It’s a safe bet that any events like that took place inside. Moving the team outdoors is a guaranteed way to ensure that team members are engaged and fully committed to the day’s activities. A little sunshine can go a long way towards improving long-term morale and recharging everyone’s batteries for the warm months ahead.

A few of our favorite outdoor activities include softball games, cornhole tournaments, shuffleboard, or just a plain ol’ picnic. What you’re looking for, more than relaxation or competition, is an opportunity for employees to play together and strengthen personal bonds in a non-work context. Workers who are committed to personal relationships in the office produce higher quality, more creative work, and studies show that encouraging play in the workplace boosts creativity and fosters an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration.

And don’t forget food! Delicious bites and cold beverages are the cornerstone of any great outside function. Jerry’s Kitchen specializes in catering corporate events. Any size, any cuisine, any location—Jerry’s food truck will leave your guests satisfied and ready to attack the rest of the workweek. Whether you even is in your office’s parking lot or a nearby public park, Jerry’s food truck will show up ready to dish out delicious food, from all-American classics like burgers and chicken cutlet sandwiches to salads and vegan options. We’ve got something for every palate, and will work with you to build a custom menu that suits your team’s needs. Give us a call or shoot us an email and we’ll give you a free same-day menu consultation and quote. Make your next company event one that your team will never forget with Jerry’s Kitchen.