5 Ways Companies Can Spend Their Holiday Season This 2018

So it’s that time of the year again. It’s the holiday season, and your company is doing relatively well. You know that it’s an excellent idea to take some time off for a while. Taking that much-needed break is critical for you and your team’s well-being ‒ it prevents burn-out, reduces stress-related illnesses, improves your team’s productivity and brain function to keep everyone performing at their best.

So, here are five excellent ideas on how you and your employees can spend the holiday season:

1. Team Building (Out-Of-Town)

Sure, your team members will like a great-office party. However, what they’ll love more is a fantastic day out of the workplace. Sometimes, escaping the four-walls of the office, a change of scenery and a breath of fresh air can do wonders because as it takes off a lot of pressure to everyone in your team.

So, take time off and go somewhere fun and exciting. By doing something enjoyable, like engaging in outdoor team-building activities, it builds camaraderie within your organization.

It’s also an excellent time to reflect your successes in the entire year. Whether it’s reaching smaller goals, or making one massive accomplishment, the holidays are a perfect time to celebrate these achievements. Organizing fun, holiday team building activities are a great way to celebrate these successes.

2. Buffet Dinner with Your Company

An end of the year celebration is a fantastic time to get everyone in the office to gather together. Planning a lunch out, or a buffet dinner is one of the rare occasions where you can gather everyone at the same time.

It’s also a great way to thank everyone for a job well done. It shows your gratitude and appreciation for all the hard work and efforts they’ve put through, all year long. Planning a fun dinner with your employees can encourage high attendance and participation.

3. Karaoke Night

Let’s admit it ‒ we Filipinos love KTV. Going on a karaoke night with your team is fun, hilarious and it keeps the good vibes coming. If you’re not convinced yet, experts suggest that karaoke is right for your health and well-being. A study by the  Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine shows that karaoke lowers the risk of heart disease and stroke.

It also builds common ground with one another. Everybody, at one point or another, loves music. There is something about it that makes it a bit personal. Doing a karaoke night with the team allows everyone to know each other better, gaining insight into one another’s taste, style, and humor. It also strengthens professional relationships and bonds which can transcend into the workplace.

4. Bring in the Entertainment

A good, fun entertainment is a great way to celebrate the holidays with your employees. Bringing in a little bit of fun and excitement to the table breaks the normal office routine. It also helps shape your company culture, as it helps build genuine relationships with everyone. So, remember to have some fun from time to time!

Whether it’s bringing along a funny impersonator or a magician with exceptional tricks on his sleeve, be sure to schedule it ahead of time so that you won’t have to scramble at the very last minute.

5. Give Back to the Community

Let’s not forget the holiday season is also about giving. So why don’t you tap into your company’s philanthropic side and give back to the community? After all, it’s an opportunity for your organization to make a difference. Whether you will give a lot or very little, it will make a significant impact.

There are many opportunities wherein you can show your appreciation to the community. Why don’t you schedule an office volunteer day? Or you can get your employees involved in a friendly competition (within departments or teams) as you host a food or toy drive.

Better yet, you can donate your products and services to a local non-profit organization or charity. By thinking about creative ways to give back to the community this holiday season, not only will you and your team feel good about yourselves, but your company will also develop a deeper sense of connection with the community.