The difference between a team that works well together and one that doesn’t is truly astounding. When a group of people tasked to work toward a common goal don’t gel the results can be not only unproductive but destructive, too.
read moreIce breakers are short games or activities undertaken at the beginning of a training session, meeting, class or team building session. The aim of them is to literally ‘break the ice’ by helping attendees to get to know each other, relax and feel comfortable talking and sharing ideas.
read moreThe average person in the UK will spend 3,507 days at work in their lifetime. That’s nearly 10 years! For that reason, promoting physical and mental well-being at work is vital to keeping teams healthy, productive and happy.
read moreNo man is an island. In fact, working well in a team is a fundamental skill that is important for all aspects of life. Look back to the dawn of time and you will see that humans have always worked together towards a common goal.
read moreTeams made up of motivated and committed members are undoubtedly the most successful. But what makes a good team player?
read more“What makes a good team?” Businesses of all sizes have asked us that question time and time again so to help you to create a fantastic team dynamic within your work space, we’ve put together a list of the top 8 qualities which make up a successful team.
read moreEvent management and event planning requires a few skills for success. Qualities such as attention to detail, creativity, patience and strategic thinking all come in to play at multiple points throughout the process. Therefore, it’s important to approach event management with a solid plan that helps you navigate the (sometimes) rocky road and emerge out of the other side relatively unscathed, bathed in the glory of a successful event. If you’ve been tasked with delivering a memorable, engaging and effective event, you’re probably here because you have no idea where to start. And that’s okay! We all have to begin somewhere. If there’s one piece of advice that we can give you before you embark on your journey, it’s that having a strategy and being aware of all the bases you need to cover will serve you well throughout this process.
read moreThe overall success of an event is measured by attendance, engagement and feedback, as well as more traditional metrics such as revenue. Therefore, it’s important to do everything you can to ensure your event is well attended. In this article, we’ll look at 6 sure-fire ways you can increase event registrations. From promoting an early bird registration to collaborating with influencers in your field, there are a number of ways to increase the hype around you event and translate that into registrations. Read on to check out our top tips.
read moreCorporate events are a very common way of bringing together employees, shareholders, clients, potential clients, etc. There are many different types to consider if you’re looking at holding a corporate event. It’s most likely that you already have an end goal in mind, or a reason why you want to hold a corporate event. But you may be lacking in direction, or understand the difference between the different types, and why that is important.
read moreTeam building events are terrible, right? You’re thrust into a room with your colleagues and pushed out of your comfort zone for as long as a full working day.
read moreAs an award-winning event management company, we’ve seen our fair share of conferences. In fact, we have supported the planning and execution of a huge number of conferences across the UK, from London to Scotland and everywhere in between! This wealth of experience means that we have experienced a wide range of different types of conferences and understand what works - and what doesn’t!
read moreSo, you’re in charge of planning the next corporate event and the heat is on. How do you put together a company-wide event that won’t leave people cold or dreaming up an excuse to leave early? We can’t lie, we’ve all been there. Trapped in a stuffy room, forced to ‘enjoy’ subpar entertainment and eat less than palatable food. Not only is it boring, it has a real impact on how effectively you absorb information over the course of the event. Worse still, it leaves a bad taste in the mouth - and not just from the bad food.
read moreOrganising a conference is no mean feat. From guest speakers and venues to entertainment and catering - not to mention everything in between - there’s so much to think about. For some, taking on such a mammoth task can seem quite overwhelming. However, with the right can do and proactive attitude, along with quite a bit of planning, you can navigate your way safely to organise a memorable and engaging conference for all attendees.
read moreManaging corporate events is a big job – no matter the size and scope of the occasion. It requires the spinning of many, many plates from start to finish, not to mention balancing the needs and wants of attendees within the constraints of a budget. But while it’s hard work, it’s also very rewarding. From conferences to seminars and company-wide parties, when everything comes together and you achieve your goals, it makes all the leg work worthwhile. If you’ve been tasked with managing your organisation's next company event, we’re on hand to help. In this article, we’ll take you step by step through how to manage corporate events. And if you need any extra help, contact us. We’re on hand to advise at any stage and our team is always happy to help.
read moreCorporate events needn’t be a drag. In fact, they shouldn’t be a drag. Whether your goal is to update your employees, share information, launch a new product, or reward your workforce, corporate events should energise and engage from beginning to end. With that in mind, we’ve put together this handy guide to help you make your next corporate event more memorable and engaging.
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