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
ONLINE GUIDE: How Team Building Can Work for Every Type of Personality, Ability, and Group Dynamic
No matter how diverse your workforce is, there’s a team building activity out there that’s the perfect fit for your group.
CASE STUDY: How Kickstart Seed Fund Engaged 110 CEOs with the Right Team Building Event
Find out how Kickstart Seed Fund found the right team building activity to engage a room full of 110 CEOs by partnering with our team.
3 Key Tactics for Creating a Multigenerational Company Culture
With five vastly different generations currently in the workforce, organizations are being challenged to create great corporate cultures that appeal to everyone.
3 Tips to Successfully Overcome Culture Challenges During Mergers and Acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions can be a stressful period of transition. Learn about three common pain points that can arise internally and impact culture in these events - and how to make it through them successfully.
4 Ways to Enhance Your Company’s Summer Social Event
Traditional corporate summer get-togethers are tons of fun, but when approached with a twist can also offer often untapped opportunities and outcomes
PODCAST: Common and Uncommon Applications of Team Building for Corporate Groups
In the latest episode of Outback Talks, we sit down with Senior Engagement Consultant Bryan McWilliams to pick his brain about diverse instances where organizations do team building.
2 Brand-New Collaborative Team Building Activities Now Available!
We created two new engaging and interactive programs designed to get teams working together – and having fun!
New NASA Study Highlights the Importance of Team Building
HERA, a new study by NASA, highlights the importance of building aligned teams. Keep reading to learn a few methods you can apply to your own corporate team to assess and improve their compatibility.
5 Custom Team Building Activities Tailor-Made to Our Customer’s Unique Needs
Team building activities should meet your organization's specific needs. That's why, at Outback, we can create a custom event to completely suit your group's goals, values, or whatever else you might require.
ONLINE GUIDE: The What, Why, and How of Building a High-Performance Remote Team
Technological advancements and the influence of a new generation are driving a shift away from traditional work environments towards remote employment. And when executed correctly, this trend can provide big benefits to employees and businesses
Featured Event: BioTE Medical Employees Crack the Case in a Crime-Themed Team Building Activity
A group from BioTE Medical recently participated in a CI: The Crime Investigators team building activity. The colleagues had a great time as they found clues and analyzed evidence to solve a mysterious crime.
4 Tips and Tools to Equip Your Remote Employees for Success
Remote employment can benefit both the business and the worker, but it also comes with unique challenges. So, how can you help your employees maximize productivity when they’re telecommuting?
3 Effective Strategies for Reducing Negativity in the Workplace
The harmful effects of workplace negativity cost businesses billions each year. Does your business possess a culture of positivity?
Quick-Fix Tips for 4 Common Leadership Productivity Killers
Here’s what you need to do to avoid common productivity pitfalls and maximize every workday.
Mastering the Art of Managing People – 6 Impactful Tactics
Human capital is a critical business commodity. That's why, as a leader, you can drive tangible business results by taking a vested interest in your team.
ONLINE GUIDE: Actionable Habits and Tactics to Drive Leadership Success
The most effective business leaders implement impactful personal and professional habits and tactics to manage themselves, their team, and their business.
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.