4 BENEFITS OF HOSTING A VIRTUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY
Last week we asked our Instagram followers if they have had any Virtual Social Event organised since the beginning of lockdown and what we heard was, unfortunately, a split answer (50/50). Needless to say that in this unprecedented time, money and resources businesses invested to stay afloat may have taken the priority over parties. With Christmas round the corner, it might just be the perfect occasion to reward your teams exceptional effort with a festive party.
Christmas is not cancelled, but going Live!
Engagement
Coinciding with the end of the year, Christmas time can be a time of heavy workloads, looming deadlines, shrinking budgets and personal and social responsibilities, all of which can lead to stress and loss of motivation for employees. The Christmas Party is the perfect time to forget about the pressure and stress and celebrate the successes of the team together, boosting team morale and creating an “in it together” atmosphere. An online experience can still deliver this engagement, incorporating two-way communication with your audience. This means interaction, collaboration and competition.
Communication
As Christmas signals the end of the year, it's a great time to get employees talking and reflecting about the year gone and inspiring them to embrace the challenges that lay ahead with a new positive attitude. As the whole team will be in a relaxed and receptive mindset this will be a great opportunity to get across relevant and important messaging.
Team Development
A fun, interactive and “personal” team building activity is a great way to bond and socialise outside the working environment, and if executed correctly, should be a safe space for team members to relax and have a bit of fun. You need to think creatively about how you can turn the event from a party into a shared, immersive experience. The Big Smoke Events can help you build a custom-made activity that will get members mingling whilst building on each others’ skills.
Reward and Recognition
Looking back at the year mustn't focus solely on the business; it's time to recognise your people and celebrate personal successes as well. Awards are a great way to recognise team members who have performed well and reward them for their hard work throughout the year. They can also in-still a little healthy competition which can motivate people, so they are an important tool for motivating best behaviours. Finish off your Christmas party with a bespoke virtual award ceremony as a way to thank your team for their hard work and dedication.
A virtual Christmas party is the best way to wrap up the year bringing the elements of fun, celebration and forward thinking in a festive, relaxed atmosphere. This year, more than ever is crucial to spend time and resources into making your employees feel rewarded and happy. By incorporating the power of virtual team building activities into your Christmas celebrations, you can harness the benefits of a Christmas party with your whole team online.
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