In today’s world, team buildingprograms are often promoted as essential tools for improving employee productivity and well-being. There is simply too much on offer in the job market, which is why the question of the day is:

Why your company and not the neighbor’s?

You have to know how to defend your company! You have to know what to give and, above all, what to give an employee so that they are on your side and not on the other side of the barricade. Some revealing statistics on the benefits of team building remain little publicized, but they can be a good defensive argument in the debate created above.

In this article, we explore data that highlights the positive impact of these activities, focusing on increases in productivity, job satisfaction and other beneficial aspects for both companies and employees – which is, at the end of the day, everything we want to bring to your company!

Increased productivity

Studies indicate a direct correlation between employee happiness and productivity. According to the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, happy employees are, on average, 13% more productive.This increase in productivity can be attributed to a greater level of connection with the company and colleagues, as well as motivation resulting from a positive working environment.

This greater umbilical connection to the company’s purpose and to colleagues is one of the main focuses of the activities we promote, creating a positive and friendly atmosphere among everyone: from the boss to the newest employee. Who doesn’t like arriving at the office in the morning and commenting on that team dinner where Jorge from Finance was the figure at the table – the same Jorge who is going to squeeze us with the deadline for a certain report that we want to deliver on time, out of respect and consideration? This connection and good atmosphere, combined with a feeling of responsibility and respect, is what leads to the much-desired increase in productivity.

Improved communication and collaboration

Lack of alignment and effective communication within teams can lead to project failures. Around 86% of employees and executives point to deficiencies in collaboration and communication as the main causes of failures in the workplace.

It’s no coincidence that we’ve included several exercises where communication is the key to solving them! We believe that every interaction, however simple it may seem, contributes to strengthening team dynamics. The impact may not be immediate, but these experiences create a more open and collaborative environment, which will be reflected in communication and teamwork in the future.

Retaining talent

A work environment that promotes employee happiness and satisfaction has a significant impact on talent retention. More than half (54%) of employees say they have stayed with a company longer than originally planned because of a strong sense of community and good relations with colleagues. In today’s fierce business world, where the maxim of “a job for life” has been lost, this is a serious concern for managers, who fear that they are training employees to make a name for themselves – not in their company, but in a competitor.

Retention has become increasingly challenging and all the existing techniques have become more important in the eyes of those in charge. It’s almost like “take care of yours, so they don’t become theirs” (at least, not as soon as they think…).

Impact on organizational performance

Companies with highly cohesive teams tend to perform better. A work team rowing in the same direction and with the same goal can generate up to double the results compared to those with low levels of cohesion. Investing in activities that promote team spirit is not only beneficial for employees, but also for the company’s bottom line.

And really, what is the ultimate goal of all organizations? F.A.Z.E.R. D.I.N.H.E.I.R.O. So it’s a snowball effect that seems quite simple to understand and even connect to previous points:

Better Communication = More Productivity = Better Environment = Greater Retention = Cohesive Team = Better Results = More Money. GOAL ACCOMPLISHED!

And how did it all start? In team building da The Portuguese Buddyof course!

Although the benefits of team buildingprograms arewidely recognized, the statistics above highlight specific aspects that often don’t get enough attention.

Investing in activities that promote team cohesion not only increases productivity and job satisfaction, but also strengthens communication, improves talent retention and boosts organizational performance.

For companies in Portugal, considering this evidence can be crucial for developing effective people management strategies and continuously improving business results.

And if you’ve made it to the end of this article and you’re a team leader, what are you waiting for? Schedule your team buildingactivity with us now and let us lead you to your goal!

• Art with Purpose

• Happiness Caravan

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