Promote Company Spirit -How to create family atmosphere"Promote Company Spirit"A Big Mistake We have all seen it happen and just as we predicted it always seems to end the same way…badly. It starts out with so much promise… What could be more natural? They have so much in common…. We all spend so much time here…where else would we meet someone?The office romance…a career killer, a morale killer and a nightmare for those watching it unravel. The question that needs to be asked is…why do so many try it? Most companies warn against it and some even have printed policies in their employee handbook…but that is not enough to prevent it from happening. After all…how many companies promote “company spirit” with happy hours or employee office parties?If a company really wanted to protect the employees from one another they would establish clear boundaries and refrain from cultivating opportunities to socialize after work! In a typical calendar year one can expect the following work functions to occur: 1) Christmas parties- both at the office and off site 2) New Year’s Eve/ New Year’s Day- a career killing nightmare when one mixes alcohol and fraternizing off site 3) Super Bowl parties-emotionally charged, alcohol and betting 4) Valentine’s Day- often advertised as “why be alone when you can enjoy the company of your coworkers?” 5) Memorial Day- Spring season has begun, 3 day weekend, outdoor activities and swimming pool parties 6) Independence Day/ Fourth of July- Fireworks, cookouts and outdoor parties 7) Labor Day- Summer is coming to an end, 3 day weekend and (sometimes) last chance to have outdoor parties 8) Halloween-a great excuse to unleash your alter ego and dress up as a character that expresses your “other side” These examples are pretty basic and certainly don’t take into account the numerous other special occasions people celebrate with their coworkers…but oftentimes companies encourage their employees to gather together after work because it creates a family atmosphere…throw in numerous sporting events and concerts and soon you have many opportunities to bond with your coworkers.What happens when we lose focus and are so busy planning the next event we become less productive at work? Company Spirit blogHome |
