Outback Team Building & Training Blog
Actionable tips, expert advice, downloadable guides, exclusive interviews, and more on team building, training, coaching – and everything related to employee engagement
PODCAST: How Core Values and Community Impact Employee Retention
In the latest episode of Outback Talks: The Employee Engagement Podcast, we sit down with Natania Mathany, Head of People and Culture at the mobile game development company A Thinking Ape.
Featured Event: Foresters Financial Gives Back With School Supply Scramble And Bookworm Builders
A group from Foresters Financial recently participated in School Supply Scramble and Bookworm Builders. During these two charitable team building activities, the colleagues assembled backpacks full of school supplies and constructed bookshelves for children in need.
PODCAST: Employee Engagement Strategies That Led Left to a 97% Retention Rate
In the latest episode of Outback Talks, we sit down with Tracey Topping, Employee Experience Manager at multinational technology company Left, to discuss the five employee engagement strategies that have contributed to the company’s impressive 97% retention rate.
PODCAST: Noravera Discusses Company Retreats and How They Cater to Their Team Dynamic
In this episode of Outback Talks: The Employee Engagement Podcast, we sit down with Noravera's Brian Ceci to discuss how their recent company retreat catered to their team dynamic.
ONLINE GUIDE: The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Team Building
Outdoor team building activities are a great opportunity for employees to get to know each other in a non-work environment. Learn more about how to connect with your colleagues outdoors.
What’s New at Outback Team Building & Training?
Check out this hot sheet to learn all about the most recent programs, technology developments, and content at Outback.
Featured Event: Crothall Healthcare Solves a Clue Murder Mystery
A group from Crothall Healthcare recently participated in a Clue Murder Mystery activity. The colleagues put their heads together to strategize and communicate in order to crack the case.
Meet the Team: Isla Robertson
Get to know the team behind Outback Team Building Training. This month, meet Isla Robertson, Director of Customer Experience: adventure seeker, marathon runner, and Beatles fan.
ONLINE GUIDE: The HR Guide to Recruitment
Hiring the right people is essential to the overall well-being of a business. Check out this online guide for tips and best practices to help you navigate through the recruitment process.
PODCAST: Best Practices for Scouting Out Amazing Candidates, According to LinkedIn
In the latest episode of Outback Talks: The Employee Engagement Podcast, we sit down with LinkedIn's Bobby Brenman to discuss best practices for recruiting great candidates.
5 Big Trends in Recruitment for 2019
What's trending in the world of recruitment this year? Here's what you need to know in 2019.
Featured Event: Applied Control Equipment Builds Bikes for Charity
A group from Applied Control Equipment recently participated in a Charity Bike Buildathon activity. The industrial equipment supply company had fun working together as they assembled bicycles for children in need.
Meet the Team: Datis Mohsenipour
Get to know the team behind Outback Team Building Training. This month, meet Datis Mohsenipour, Director of Marketing: martial artist, problem solver, and adrenaline junkie.
PODCAST: Company Retreats Bring Big Benefits for the Small Remote Software Company Wildbit
In our latest podcast episode, we speak with Natalie Nagele, co-founder and CEO of the software company Wildbit, about why company retreats are so important to her team.
Colleague Connections: A Free Team Building Icebreaker for Company Retreats
Want to help employees to get to know each other better at your next company retreat? Learn more about Colleague Connections, a free team building icebreaker that is easy to set up and try anywhere.
The Top 20 Destinations in North America for Company Retreats
You can plan a more exciting company retreat by traveling to any one of these top destinations in North America with your team.
Featured Event: McKesson Employees in Dallas Regain Energy After a Long Day of Meetings in a Quick Minute
A group from the McKesson Corporation in Dallas recently participated in a Minute to Win It activity at the end of a busy day. The healthcare company boosted morale, strengthened bonds, and had a great time as they took on the series of fun challenges.
How to Pick the Perfect Venue for Your Indoor Team Building Activity
Planning an indoor team building activity for your colleagues, but stuck on where you should host it? Keep these six things in mind to help streamline your search and find the perfect fit for your event.
Meet the Team: Sarah Stevens
Get to know the team behind Outback Team Building Training. This month, meet Sarah Stevens, HR Generalist: anthropology enthusiast, singer of show tunes, and dog mom.
Featured Event: PepsiCo Launches a Custom Women’s Support Mission in Florida
A team from PepsiCo recently participated in a custom philanthropic team building activity in Bradenton, Florida. The colleagues worked together to assemble special care packages for the local Women’s Resource Center.
Team Building & Training Trends for 2019
An online guide that provides you with expert advice on what's new in team building, training, coaching, and consulting in 2019.
Meet the Team: Chad Rissanen
Get to know the team behind Outback Team Building & Training. This month, meet Chad Rissanen, Director of Sales: leadership coach, rock musician, and lover of life.
CASE STUDY: How Foresters Financial and National Agents Alliance Combined Their Volunteer Work with Team Building
Looking for a new way to give back with your team? Check out how a large group in Burlington, North Carolina made a difference with the Military Support Mission charity team building activity. “We had some really positive feedback from the people participating. In the past, participants would be very focused on the task at hand, producing […]
50 Ways to Improve Your Office Working Environment
This online guide will provide you with some easy ideas on how to modernize your workplace and boost employee engagement by improving your office working environment.
10 Staff Break Room Improvements for Your Employees
The best offices have common spaces where employees actually want to spend their free time. Check out these ideas to help make your break room a more relaxing, engaging, and recharging place.