What’s your favorite team-building activity?

Work culture has evolved over the decades, and the old adage “clock in and out” is no longer a sufficient model.

Because the average American works approximately 2,080 hours a year (based on a 40-hour workweek), it makes sense why more employees want to work in an environment where they feel a sense of belonging and inclusion – working with people they feel they can connect with and relate to.

One of many ways to create such an environment is through team-building activities.

According to an article published on The Guardian Recruiters website, team building has many benefits, including increased morale, better communication, increased productivity, and more.

Chris Long, internal communications director at UC Davis Health, hosts team-building activities on an annual basis.

Long says, “Team-building activities are essential for our internal communications group because they strengthen trust, spark creativity, and remind us that collaboration is our greatest asset. When we connect beyond our roles, we communicate with more empathy, clarity, and purpose.”

Team building activity show-and-tell

Have you hosted a team-building activity that employees still rave about? If so, share your story with the Public Affairs and Marketing team for a chance to be highlighted in The Insider and UC Davis Health social media channels.

How to participate

Send an email to Carolyn Ramirez at cjramirez@health.ucdavis.edu by Monday, June 30, and include the following information:

1. Label the email subject line: “Team building activity.”
   
   
2. Attach a high-resolution picture of you and your team at the team-building activity/site. Please note: Confirm your team is “OK” with the picture being published online.
   
   
3. In the body of the email, include a brief description – less than one paragraph – about what the activity entailed, why it was chosen for your group, and if you noticed any changes from the team following the engagement.
   
   
4. At the bottom of your email, please include your full name and work title.

If you have questions about this team-building show-and-tell, please contact Carolyn Ramirez at cjramirez@health.ucdavis.edu.