3 Ways to Keep Your WFH Team Engaged
While so many people are working from home these days it’s important to continue to keep your staff engaged, motivated, and connected to your company, but how do you do that when everyone is so far away? How do you show your staff you value all of their hard work and appreciate them accommodating their home and this new lifestyle to get work done for your company? These are some things you might be thinking about since culture disconnects are proven to lead to counter-productivity, and you definitely don’t want that! Here are some eXcellent ideas to get you on the right track to employee success with your work from home staff!
Culture Kits
While you’re saving money on that cancelled rock climbing team training event or not having to buy bagels for the break room anymore you could be putting that money to good use. A great way to show your staff you value them is with culture kits! Personalized kits with swag and other goodies promotes company culture and are the perfect way to recognize your employees for keeping the company going. Branded swag is bound to generate excitement for those working at your company and lets them show off the brand in the best way possible. Whether it’s t-shirts and sweatshirts to keep them comfortable while working from home, or work supplies to make sure they’re fully stocked to get the job done, these kits show your staff that you care about them and their efforts and gets everyone eXcited. With eXpo Branders this is easier than ever since we mail these directly to your employees' houses!
Company Contests
Virtual company contests or challenges also keep your staff on their toes. Some fun ideas for these contests may include:
· Who can make the most sales in one hour?
· Who can brainstorm the most ideas for our client?
· Who can make the best blog post?
· Which team can “wow” the CEO with their project?
The list goes on, but it’s effective—especially for those staff members who are competitive and need the motivational push. These challenges can easily be done from home and can be rewarded with promotional items, a paid day off, or a gift card. Again, this is super easy and lightens up the mood.
Virtual Team Building
Another great idea to promote corporate culture is by team building. You may be wondering how this can be done during quarantine, but we’re here to show you it’s possible! You can have a virtual lunch with your staff and tell everyone to wear a company t-shirt or better yet, have a virtual happy hour! Send your employees a happy hour kit and host a corporate-wide virtual cocktail party! These virtual events allow your employees to unwind while enjoying the company of their teammates. Once again, they also show your staff you care by giving them a little gift of appreciation.
At the end of the day your employees want to be happy where they work (yes, even while working from home!) and you also want them to be happy to work for your company in order promote productivity and effective effort. Get started on your eXceptional work environment with these easy steps!
