Renowned author Theo Gold reminds us that, “Communication is your ticket to success, if you pay attention and learn to do it effectively.” The importance of communication dates back to the very beginning of humanity. It is most prominent in the studies of Plato who believed that most individuals spoke because they had to say something, rather than speaking because they had something to say. This perspective may seem trivial, yet its message is more relevant than ever. Wanting to speak and garner attention is a common human desire, but speaking in order to convey an important message is paramount to understanding.
There are many components of true understanding that can best be summed up in one word: Listen. Many people fail to listen to why something is being said, and even what hasn’t been said at all. In the workplace, it is important to establish a level of understanding that leads to efficiency and trust. However, this all begins with effective communication. So, how do we improve effective communication in the workplace? Well, communication in the workplace starts with understanding who is speaking, which begins with developing relationships.
The best way to develop effective working relationships is by cultivating a company culture that is respected and appreciated by all.
Building And Maintaining Company Culture
A company’s culture is best defined by the individuals that the company is composed of. The attitude of a company’s team members determines how the culture of a company is perceived. It is one thing to say that you like chocolate ice cream, but if you always order vanilla, do you really like chocolate? This is one of the most pressing issues in companies today. Higher-ups will attempt to define their company’s culture based on what they believe it should be, rather than cultivating a culture based on the individuality of the company’s workers.
Company culture is also defined by what the individuals who make up that company enjoy doing together. There’s no ‘I’ in team. Teams as a collective share common goals, memories, interests, and pursuits. It is important to be on the same page as your team members and have an understanding of who they are. So, how is this accomplished? Well, for starters, allocate some time toward getting to know your team members and establishing relationships with them. The effort you put in toward improving working relationships is what you will get out of it. The more effort that is expended, the better communication between team members will become.
Team Building Exercises
Team Building is crucial to the success of any team. A chain is only as strong as its weakest link. Let’s talk about some of the team building events and exercises that are best suited for improving communication!
Team Trivia
Pub-style trivia games are designed to get your team members working together to claim their glory. Teams can be chosen at random or picked specifically for three rounds of general knowledge questions. Customization options are also available in terms of questions, presentation, theme, branding, and adding extra entertainment! Team trivia is a phenomenal way to get team members communicating in order to reach a common goal: success.
Song Showdown
This team building event is sure to bring employees closer together as they bond over their tastes in music. Song Showdown is a game where individuals will have to guess the artist, song, or album based on a variety of clues. What better way to bond with someone than with a similar taste in music!
You can find a variety of music-themed games available on virtual platforms. Get together in an online “room” and try out different musical games. Guess musical genres, name a tune, or even sing along. This may seem like a highly charismatic game for some workplace cultures, but once you try it, you may be surprised who lets loose and expresses themselves.
Fandom Feud
It may be difficult during the hustle and bustle of a work day to connect with your fellow team members. Fandom Feud is a game designed to pin fans against each other in a battle of fandom regarding topics including Marvel, Star Wars, Harry Potter, etc. What could be better than finding out that your favorite superhero is a crowd favorite!
This team building event is sure to bring remote team members closer together. People love talking about pop culture; in fact, it’s one of the easiest ways to start a conversation with someone you don’t know!
Clips With Connections
Maybe you’re a cinephile! Cinema lovers are certain to bond over this game that displays movie clips and tests your ability to identify the clips origin. At the end of each round, you will be asked to find the connection of each of the clips! This could prove to be a great bonding experience for your team members that love cinema!
Mixology Lesson
Your team’s own bartending lesson? What could be better! Enjoy your favorite cocktails with your team as your host discusses the origins of the cocktails, their ingredients, and recipe modifications that will be best for each individual's palette. Honestly, what could be a better “ice breaker” than kicking back with some of your favorite beverages and talking shop with your team?
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We offer over a dozen different kinds of events that thousands have raved about in our reviews. If you are having issues with effective communication in the workplace, it may be time to get your team together for a night of fun and games!
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