Team Building Saves The World (TeamBonding)

Join us on this episode of Team Building Saves the World as we dive into the world of peer to peer recognition with special guest Christie Hoffman. Discover the secret recipes of success when it comes to acknowledging and celebrating your colleagues’ wins. From stories of triumph to exploring strategies to fuel engagement, listen as Rich and Christie uncover how peer to peer recognition creates a positive work environment.

Join host Rich Rininsland and Kit Pang, founder of BostonSpeaks, as they challenge conventional approaches to public speaking anxiety in this episode of "Team Building Saves the World." Through personal anecdotes and insights, they explore the roots of anxiety and introduce revolutionary concepts from influential books that reshape traditional methods. Discover the power of radical mindset shifts and belief system transformations in overcoming speaking anxiety and unlocking your full potential on the stage and beyond. Tune in for a fresh perspective and actionable insights that promise to revolutionize your relationship with public speaking.

On this episode of Team Building Saves the World, we explore the power of corporate offsites as a way to energize and connect employees. Tune in as our esteemed host, Rich Rininsland is joined by an industry expert and the CEO of Offsite, Jared Kleinert. Together, they’ll discuss the ins and outs of planning the ultimate corporate offsite, including key considerations such as location, activities, and timing. This episode promises to deliver valuable insights on the power of corporate offsites, new advances, and how they can help your team achieve greatness.

Producer, Melissa Ehlers, helps Rich look back on this past season of Team Building Saves the World. The conversations they have started this past season about employee engagement, the importance of retention to name a couple, should be ongoing conversations within the workplace.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, we explored how storytelling can be a way to engage, motivate, and inspire productivity in employees, leaders, and companies with expert Karen Eber. Rich and Karen discuss the importance of storytelling in building a sense of purpose, and psychological safety, fostering communication, reinforcing company values, and helping to create a positive workplace culture.

Listen to learn how storytelling can be a powerful tool for creating a more connected, engaged, and productive workplace. 

Join us for the launch of Season 4 of our podcast! In this episode, Rich speaks with Diversity Engagement Specialist, speaker, humorist, and author Karith Foster about how to handle difficult conversations at work such as diversity, inclusion, unconscious biases, and more. Listen to gain valuable insight and strategies for tackling this issue from the communication expert herself and have a few laughs along the way.

Get ready for an enlightening episode as we welcome Scott Asai, a distinguished authority in the realm of transforming managers into leaders through the power of soft skills. Join us as we explore the vital significance of soft skills for leaders and their crucial role in preserving them from the threat of extinction. Throughout the episode, Scott will share invaluable insights into measuring the impact of soft skills, overcoming development challenges, and seamlessly integrating them into leadership practices. Additionally, we'll delve into actionable advice that will benefit not only managers and leaders but also regular employees who aspire to enhance their soft skills in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. Don't miss this opportunity to unlock the secrets of soft skills and unlock your true leadership potential.

On this episode of Team Building Saves the World, Rich speaks with bestselling author, host of Managing Made Simple, and organizational effectiveness consultant Lia Garvin about building high performing teams and separating good teams from great ones.

Listen to gain valuable insight on how to take your team from good to great, and effective strategies to help support your coworkers and employees. Lia draws on her experience working with organizations of all sizes to share practical tips and real-world examples of how to create a culture of trust, collaboration, and ownership within a team. Tune in for insights and advice you won’t want to miss.

In this episode of "Team Building Saves the World," Michael, the founder of FNE International, shares his inspiring journey of dedicated service and community empowerment. From his early involvement in social justice initiatives to founding the H.O.P.E. Program and organizing impactful trips to Nicaragua, Michael's passion for service has driven him to create sustainable change.

Through initiatives like Soles for Souls, FNE International distributes essential items like shoes to communities in need, fostering connections between volunteers and those they serve. Michael highlights the profound impact of these initiatives, emphasizing the reciprocal nature of service where both volunteers and communities benefit.

He underscores the efficiency of smaller organizations like FNE International, where donations directly translate into tangible support for those in need. Reflecting on a transformative encounter during a visit to New York City, Michael emphasizes the importance of lifting others up and invites listeners to join the movement for positive change.

Tune in as we explore the power of Uniting Teams for Global Good and making a meaningful difference in the world through service and community empowerment.

On this episode of Team Building Saves the World, Rich speaks with Constance Dierickx, better known as the Decision Doctor, about courageous leadership and its impact on creating a growth-focused work environment.

Constance is an experienced author, Psychologist, and contributor to renowned publications such as the Harvard Business Review and Forbes. Listen as she provides her sought-after tips, advice, and stories on how leaders and individuals can cultivate a culture of courage in their organizations in an increasingly complex and uncertain world.

On this episode of Team Building Saves the World, Rich speaks with international leadership trainer and consultant Tania Desa about the importance of advocating for yourself and your team in and out of the workplace. They explore the challenges individuals may face when showcasing their authentic selves and strategies for building a strong personal brand.

Tune in to discover how being an advocate for yourself can benefit you and your team.

In Michael Bach’s book, Birds of All Feathers: Doing Diversity and Inclusion Right, he explains, “Accessibility is often forgotten when speaking about diversity and inclusion, but it is the missing link. You can have the most diverse workforce and the most inclusive workplace, but if anyone experiences barriers to access—be they physical, institutional, societal, or the like—then you haven’t ensured inclusion for all.” 

In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, Rich speaks with Naomi Panarella about workplace accessibility. As a member of the blind community, Naomi tells us about her experiences navigating the workplace and what companies can do to create a more inclusive and accessible environment for all. 

Technology can be used to increase loyalty and productivity in your employees. In this episode of Team Building Saves the World host Rich Rininsland speaks with John Chen about how technology can be used to boost engagement and improve productivity.

In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, Rich sits down with Braxton Wood, Chief Career Mentor at Professional Pivots, about the ins and outs of company core values. The pair discuss common workplace values–such as integrity and respect–and dig deeper into customer-centric core values. Braxton emphasizes the importance of having a customer-centric culture in order to encourage strong company values and give employees a shared purpose. Dive into this episode to discover how to build, enforce, and embody your company's core values.

With The Great Resignation continuing, recognizing the signs that your employee may be quitting is becoming more and more important. Have you noticed someone have a pattern of a co-worker being less interested in engaging in the workplace? What about them contributing less to the team? Listen as guest Allison Barr speaks about recognizing some signs that someone may be getting ready to leave and some tips for getting them re-engaged with their team.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

Organizations that don’t realize the benefits of women in the workplace are missing out. Research by McKinsey & Company, found that
organizations with greater diversity in the executive level tend to have higher profits and longer-term value. Listen as Host Rich Rininsland speaks with Asia Bribiesca-Hedin on how to empower women in the workplace and
create an environment where they can thrive.

Regular corporate training can be blah. In this episode, we explore innovative corporate training approaches that go beyond traditional methods with Jayne Hannah and Amy Angelili. They discuss transformative programs like Laughter Yoga and how they can aid in motivating your team, reshape work culture, enhance teamwork, and inspire personal growth. Join us as we champion a new era of engaging corporate training that sparks lasting change.

The key to a successful organization starts with engaging your employees and establishing strong and meaningful connections. Listen as Host Rich Rininsland speaks with Sales Leader and Chief Digital Technology Officer at Tential Anna Frazzetto on how to cultivate business relationships to build an active network. 

In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, we delve into the concept of Team MOJO with Diane Egbers—how to cultivate it and sustain the vital synergy that leads to exceptional productivity and performance in organizations. We explore the key ingredients for building Team MOJO, the role of emotional intelligence, strategies for adapting to changing team dynamics, and its connection to mental health and inclusion in the workplace. Be sure to listen to gain insights and practical advice from Diane in improving team synergy, leadership development, and executive coaching.

It’s time to stop overlooking one of the most important soft skills around, empathetic leadership. Listen as Host Rich Rininsland speaks with leadership experts Robyn Garrett and Christie Turley about why everyone should practice empathy in the workplace and how it can increase engagement, productivity, and team morale. 

During the pandemic almost everything switched to remote or virtual remote work overnight. For those new graduates entering the workforce companies had to change some well-established onboarding and training. Listen as Robert Farrington talks about some the ways to support recent graduate from onboarding to companies looking at some benefits to offer.  

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

Thinking of planning a company holiday party but unsure where to start? In this episode discover holiday party planning tips, and tricks, and hear some of our team’s favorite memories over the years with Virtual Event Manager Jayne Hannah and TeamBonding facilitators Kevin Pertusiello, CJ Urciuoli, and Stephanie Windland.

In this episode, Anais delves into the strategies they've implemented at THE 3RD EYE to enhance employee satisfaction and create a positive work-life balance. Listeners will discover how to jumpstart performance at work and how it can directly impact productivity, creativity, and overall job satisfaction. Anais also offers valuable advice for leaders and HR professionals on how to identify and address potential obstacles to employee performance

The concept of a 4-day work week has been around since The Great Depression, however, it has yet to be implemented on a larger scale. There are studies that show productivity increases and some overhead costs are decreased. With some creative thought, the challenges to a 4-day work week could be overcome.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

A recent WHO-led study estimates that depression and anxiety disorders cost the global economy US$ 1 trillion each year in lost productivity. Listen as Host Rich Rininsland speaks mental health advocate Mallory Gothelf and mental health counselor Ramona Wink about the stigma of mental health in the workplace and how organizations can work to support their employees the right way.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

Quiet quitting has recently taken over the internet, but is it really new to the workplace? And should companies be worried? Listen as Rich speaks with the "Employee Whisperer" Jason Greer about what quiet quitting is, who is affected and strategies companies can use to re-engage their employees.

In this episode of Team Building Saves the World Producer, Anna Webber, helps Rich look back on this past season and look at what is in store for Season 4. This season we dove into conversations surrounding workplace transformation to give listeners the strategies and tools they need to adapt, manage and improve their company culture. These are important conversations that should be ongoing in the workplace. Make sure to have a listen as Rich and Anna reflect on season 3 of Team Building Saves the World.

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In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, social dynamics expert Aden Nepom joins host Rich for a chat about having difficult conversations at work. Aden explains the basis of psychology safety – the concept that refers to creating a work environment where employees feel safe to take risks and share their opinions without punishment or embarrassment – and its effect on employee wellbeing. The pair also discusses how team building activities can foster an inclusive workplace where employees feel more inclined to share things with each other and have hard conversations at work. Listen in to create a more open, honest, and tightknit workplace culture!

By using talent development processes, companies can better uncover hidden talent within the organization and coach up that talent to grow and better the organization’s performance. Listen as host Rich Rininsland speaks with Jackie Hague on how to create an environment where employees can strengthen their skills, feel supported and thrive.

Join Rich and the TeamBonding Dream Team on an inspiring episode of Team Building Saves the World. Gain valuable insights and tips on maximizing your team building event, from planning to post-event engagement. Discover how team building can truly transform your team and its dynamics. Don't miss out on this insightful episode packed with team building tips.

 Enjoy this bonus episode where Rich takes a look back at some of the best unedited moments during recording sessions.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, we were joined by Dr. Jody Carrington, a renowned psychologist sought after for her expertise, energy, and approach to helping people solve their most complex human-centered challenges. She focuses much of her work around reconnection - the key to healthy relationships and productive teams.

Join us as Dr. Jody and Rich delve into the underlying causes of employee and team disconnection, the consequences of disengagement, and invaluable strategies for revitalizing teams to cultivate a thriving and healthy work environment. 

On this episode, host Rich is joined by Hayleigh Bailey and Kit Pang of BostonSpeaks, a company that offers coaching to help individuals overcome their public speaking anxiety. Hayleigh and Kit explain how teams can most efficiently work together by keeping different communication styles in mind. They discuss various communication channels and tools to make employees’ lives easier, and how to discover your specific communication style in the workplace. Hayleigh explains how to create a more unified team with tools like open door policies, and Kit instructs us on how to overcome moments of miscommunication by looking inwards.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

Organizations today employ a diverse range of people from varying cultures and experience levels, which encourages innovation and creativity. But with a variety, dealing with different personalities and behaviors in the workplace can be difficult. Listen as Rich speaks with leading psychologist Dr. Eric Frazer about strategies teams can use to handle dynamics at work and how to unlock potential and inspire performance.

On this episode of Team Building Saves the World we wrap up Season 4 with leadership expert Lisa Nordquist. Join us as we explore practical insights, success stories, and actionable strategies for effective leadership, employee engagement, and organizational change. Listen as we uncover the keys to putting theories into practice, as Lisa shares her invaluable experiences and innovative approaches, guiding listeners towards a transformative journey in pursuit of organizational excellence. You don’t want to miss this one.

Tune in as host Rich chats with Kevin Pertusiello, one of our top TeamBonding facilitators, about the world of corporate team building. They share hilarious stories from past events, offer key insights for managers, and discuss the transformative power of team bonding activities. Laugh along as they explore corporate cultures and answer the burning question: "Does team building really work?"

Consider this season your exclusive insider’s guide to unlocking the door to organizational success. Tune in as we embark on an exciting journey exploring the vast world of business, skillfully decoding the very DNA of tomorrow's company culture. In season 5, we connect with renowned thought leaders, bringing you invaluable insights on topics that resonate deeply and empowering you to actively shape and redefine your workplace.

We'll engage with thought leaders nationwide, exploring expert perspectives from individuals who stand at the forefront of shaping the future of work and cultivating a positive and forward-thinking organizational ethos. These thought leaders, alongside industry experts and visionaries, will share invaluable insights that illuminate the path forward. Gain unique insights into their experiences, innovative strategies, and profound philosophies on crafting cultures that not only inspire and engage but also adapt seamlessly to the evolving landscape of our professional world. The future of company culture is unfolding now, and it starts right here – because success is not just a destination; it's a culture in the making.

An employee listening strategy is more than just a survey. It's a process—asking employees for feedback, understanding and analyzing their perspectives, and taking meaningful action to improve employee experience and engagement. A survey alone does not improve engagement. Listen as Shane McFeely, Ph.D. speaks with Rich about what research shows employees want from their organizations when it comes to employee surveys and what organizations can do to create and improve upon their employee listening strategy. Don't miss this episode packed with practical tips for crafting a more engaged and empowered workforce.

Mistakes, failures, errors, blunders, and mishaps. Are you feeling uncomfortable yet? No one is perfect, but we all hope for a perfect performance at work. Guess what? It’s not going to happen! In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, we dive deep into the world of workplace culture with company culture expert Chris Dyer. Discover why avoiding mistakes may hinder your organization's growth, and learn how embracing failure can be a catalyst for innovation. Chris shares practical examples of how cultivating a culture that welcomes risk-taking and learning from failures can lead to colossal business success. We also explore strategies for effective team building and employee engagement, making this episode a valuable resource for leaders and individuals aiming to thrive in today's evolving business landscape.

In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, host Rich Rininsland chats with Melanie Miller, a seasoned consultant, about the meaning and importance of DEI&B (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) in today's corporate world. They discuss the evolution of diversity initiatives, from compliance to competitive advantage, and address common misconceptions about DE&I in the workplace. With humor and candor, Melanie shares stories, including a memorable session where a participant asked to be "made woke." Rich and Melanie also highlight the need for DE&I champions, including white male leaders who may feel uncertain or threatened. They stress empathy, understanding, and inclusivity to build a more effective team.

In this season of Team Building Saves the World, we explore the significance of building a positive company culture and how effective communication plays a crucial role in achieving it. Join us on February 28th as we kick off the fourth season of Team Building Saves the World and explore strategies and tools to create a more inclusive, productive, and unified workplace with thought leaders from around the world.

In this episode, listen as Rich speaks with the Founder of Bellwether, Jim Frawley. Jim shares valuable insights on how to invest in employee potential to create a culture of growth in organizations. The discussion delves into various strategies such as identifying hidden potential in employees, how to measure success, adapting to new technical advancements, and promoting continuous learning and development.

The episode emphasizes the importance of cultivating a mindset and commitment to ongoing improvement to create innovation, growth, and success. Tune in to discover how adopting these tactics can lead to a thriving workplace culture.

In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, host Rich celebrates our 101st episode with the man who started it all, TeamBonding founder and COO (Creator of Opportunities) David Goldstein! The pair discuss the humble beginnings of TeamBonding and how team building and having fun at work have grown into essential functions of healthy businesses today. David shares his thoughts on current trends in employee engagement, such as AI and digital events, and looks at the future of the industry. They reflect on how the Covid pandemic in 2020 forced businesses to pivot to virtual events – and the success that came for those adaptable businesses like TeamBonding. Join Rich and David for a discussion on how to make work fun for your employees for years to come!

Explore the essence of people-oriented leadership with Wendy Hanson from New Level Work as she shares insights on nurturing team growth and productivity. From recognizing individual strengths to fostering a positive company culture, this podcast offers practical advice for empowering leadership in today's dynamic workplace.

On this episode of Team Building Saves the World, Rich speaks with Kim Crowder and discusses the destructive elements that can hinder a healthy corporate culture. She highlights toxic leadership and its negative impact on employee engagement and retention. Listen as Kim shares practical strategies to combat these culture killers and emphasizes the importance of fostering a positive and inclusive work environment for overall business success.

People always talk about the benefits of corporate giving, but not always do they get to see the true impact of their efforts. In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, Rich speaks with Kevan Barton, the Executive Director of YouthConnect to talk about the impact corporate giving has on their organization, why it is important, and how companies can get more involved with corporate social responsibility.

What comes first the business or the employees? Times have changed, and human resources has changed with it. Discover the Future of HR as host Rich Rininsland dives into the stigmas surrounding human resources, new strategies, and positions, and what we can expect moving forward in this episode with Emily Karottki, VP of People at Fooda, and Traci Chernoff, Director of Employee Engagement at Legion Technologies.

Building confidence at work has a profound impact on communication skills, leadership, productivity and dealing with conflict. In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, Rich speaks with leadership development strategist Asia Bribiesca-Hedin about strategies to build confidence, leading with confidence and why it is important. 

In this podcast episode, host Rich is joined by Laura Sukorokoff, Chief Engagement Officer of Take Charge Learning. Laura explains how leaders and managers can encourage employee skill development and help their workers develop the essential soft skills (or as she calls them, power skills) for a successful career. The pair dive into management strategies for ultimate engagement and retention, such as consistent one-on-one meetings and open communication channels, and leadership strategies to ensure managers have the proper support to mentor their direct reports. Listen now to discover important power skills and how to help your employees start building their professional future!

A new employee’s first days are some of the most important as they get a feel for the company culture and environment. Creating a strong onboarding process not only gives them the skills they need to succeed but plays a major role in their long-term engagement. Listen as Host Rich Rininsland speaks with Terry Jones on how to level up your onboarding process. 

In this episode of Team Building Saves the World, host Rich sits down with Dr. Froswa Booker to explore the world of social capital. The two discuss how to build a workplace community to improve employee loyalty and bonds. Froswa explains the varying types of social capital – such as favor capital and informational capital – and addresses common misconceptions of what social capital is and is not. Tune into this conversation to learn how to build an inclusive corporate social network in order to helps your employees thrive in the workplace and breakdown silos between teammates.

Empowering the leaders within your organization with the right resilience tools is key to helping prevent employee burn out. Leaders are the ones that are going to help companies set the tone and the culture within the workplace. Supporting your leaders before burn out begins is one of the tools companies have to keeping their team together and producing quality work.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

On this episode of Team Building Saves the World we dove into the distinction between corporate social responsibility and regular charitable team building events with our CSR Creative Director Baylee Goldstein. The holiday season is a perfect time to bring your team closer together. Join us as we explore creative holiday giving ideas that not only foster camaraderie but also benefit those in need. We'll provide ways your team can give back year-round and how to make a lasting impact this holiday season while improving employee engagement & company culture.

Consider this season your exclusive insider’s guide to unlocking the door to organizational success. Tune in as we embark on an exciting journey exploring the vast world of business, skillfully decoding the very DNA of tomorrow's company culture. In season 5, we connect with renowned thought leaders, bringing you invaluable insights on topics that resonate deeply and empowering you to actively shape and redefine your workplace.

We'll engage with thought leaders nationwide, exploring expert perspectives from individuals who stand at the forefront of shaping the future of work and cultivating a positive and forward-thinking organizational ethos. These thought leaders, alongside industry experts and visionaries, will share invaluable insights that illuminate the path forward. Gain unique insights into their experiences, innovative strategies, and profound philosophies on crafting cultures that not only inspire and engage but also adapt seamlessly to the evolving landscape of our professional world. The future of company culture is unfolding now, and it starts right here – because success is not just a destination; it's a culture in the making.

In today’s ever-changing work environment, supporting your team’s resiliency is key, but it doesn’t just fall on leadership. In this episode, we speak to Rob Fletcher of Quixote Consulting. He gives some helpful advice to start to build your own personal resiliency.  

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team-building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

With the Holidays coming up quickly, our friends from the Catalyst Global Network talk about what they can offer your team. Looking for an in-person event? No problem! Looking for a virtual event? They can do that! Looking for a combination of the two? They have you covered. Listen to our partners from North America, Alexandra Pett, Sharon Fisher, & David Goldstein, speak about the importance of connecting your team through the upcoming holidays.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

Right now, there are an unprecedented number of people leaving their current jobs. This week we speak the Robert Glazer from Acceleration Partners speak on the Great Resignation. He talks about what he thinks are some of the reasons for large turnover and when things may level out.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

Sandra Kearney of Human Power Solutions talks to Rich about leaders needing empathy to retain their employees. Creating a connected community with your team helps to drive a healthy workplace culture. Keeping yourself accessible and listening can go a long way in employee retention.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

With the Great Resignation continuing, hiring and training new team members is key.  New hires will find out about the workplace culture pretty quickly.  Why not keep it fun?  

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information

Depending on where you are located, in-person events may be returning. Does this mean virtual events are a thing of the past? According to one BizBash’s top 500 people in the event industry, Bob Russo, they are here to stay. In this episode, Bob talks about what it takes to coordinate an in-person and why parallel events might be the way of the future.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.  

The leaders of TeamBonding’s newest department talk about way to bring your team together while contributing to worthwhile causes. There are so many options that TeamBonding’s CSR department can bring your team together while bringing awareness to many different causes. CSR has been shown to have other benefits for your team as well. They will feel more engaged and connected to the co-workers as they unite to help charities with more than just their dollars.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

In 2019 the average commute time for Americans was 27.6 minutes each way. In 2020 this dropped significantly due to the switch to remote work. Because of that switch, the average American was able to reduce their carbon footprint by about 1800 pounds. But is remote work really part of the answer for helping climate change?

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

In the early 1980s Catalyst Global CEO Guy Baker started a small team building company in the UK at the time corporate team building exercises were tired, hackneyed events seemingly all from a limited imagination of a small cadre of alpha males. Guy's team broke every mold imaginable, creating dynamic activities that were inclusive, creative, sometimes even wacky. Now Baker's team building community sports 50 partners in 90 countries.

More on Guy Baker: https://www.catalystglobal.com/

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This podcast is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The show is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Come get a behind the scenes look at TeamBonding's new podcast Team Building Around the World.  Guest Host David Yas from Pod617 talks to Host Rich Rininsland and Producer Melissa Ehlers about how to start a podcast, what goes into building a successful one, and more!

Rich chats with David Goldstein, Founder and C.O.O., Creator of Opportunities of TeamBonding about his origins in the entertainment industry, his favorite moments in team building, and how the industry is changing as we speak. David launched the business in 1988 as a natural extension of the work he had done in the corporate entertainment industry. His early creations included scavenger hunts, customized murder mysteries, game shows and many other unique group activities that clients started to request as team building.

Now his company boasts a catalog of innovative events using the power of play as a learning tool and tapping into the correlation of work and play. He says he is guided by Plato's credo: “You learn more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation."

Rich chats with Helena Chavarría, the director of Camino Travel and Premio DMC. Helena is the creative and innovative spirit of both companies.

Rich welcomes Adam Michaelson, director of strategic development at Virtway about creating the video games that build teams.

Meet Paul Giroux, Director of Facilitator Training for TeamBonding, and hear his story of using game shows to build team leadership.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

A chat with Gabriel Quijano of Grupo Quilova, whose team brought team building to Mexico in joining the the Catalyst Network.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Oran Masterson is the Director and Creator of Opportunities at Orangeworks. He shares his history of teaching team building through outdoor adventures.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

TeamBonding's Facilitator Training Manager Stuart Downie joins the show to share his favorite team building games and techniques.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Rupert Picardo is Director of d'frens Consulting & Mystery Junkies. He joins the show to share stories including the record attempted (and set) for the largest ensemble of body percussionists in the world. His team shattered the record by having almost 160% more people than the previous record perform body percussion for a continuous six minutes.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

A chat with Cecilia Lopez of Grupo Quilova, whose team brought team building to Mexico in joining the Catalyst Network.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium-sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

David Powell is the Managing Director of Asia Ability Sdn Bhd (Malaysia) and Asia Ability Training Pte Ltd (Singapore). He is in addition the Regional Director (Asia Pacific) for the Global Leadership Alliance. He is an accomplished and a highly experienced trainer/ facilitator. He has been working in the corporate training and development field in Asia for the last 20 years. 

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Fabio Tognetti speaks to Rich about management training and the importance of setting up your employees for success.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium-sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Karl Burrows talk with Rich about the Maori culture and the principles behind the haka.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium-sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Rich speaks to Daniel about his journey building Kadoma in Colombia.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Jayne Hannah emigrated from England in 2002 and joined TeamBonding as an event manager. In that time, she has enjoyed learning every aspect of the corporate team building industry, including facilitating, program development, and her favorite "planning everything!"
As well as being certified in Myers Briggs and Emotional Intelligence training, Jayne enjoys a busy writing career with plays being performed across the USA, including a set of pieces currently being filmed and produced highlighting our issues during COVID. She is the co-writer of the book 'It's All about Me and You' which focuses on living through personal trauma.
Despite a wicked sense of humor, and a passion for cake, she remains confident and proud in her current role at TeamBonding and understands that each program has the opportunity to create and empower ideas for participants.

“It’s never just a job, it’s a passion and interest. And that’s so exciting to be with. And that’s like a ripple effect to get 10 people that go ‘Ok, yeah I am in’ and then it just moves.”

Stuart discusses what team building is like in Hong Kong and the surrounding area. Having co-founded Team Building Asia in 2002, Stuart is passionate about guiding companies to achieve business success by cultivating their workforce. Stuart is an innovative thinker who has taken Team Building Asia from pioneering status to the most prestigious team building and training business in the region. His flair for management coupled with his personable characteristics has proven a perfect balance for the event management business. Stuart’s wide range of connections and contacts in the hospitality and entertainment businesses has enabled Team Building Asia to integrate innovative activities into the more traditional elements of team exercises.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Faraz tells us why it is important to incorporate fun and learning into your team building events. 

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Rich welcomes Loredana Stancu and Marius Blajut of Universum Events. They discuss what it is like to bring new technology and concepts to Romanian team building.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Jakub talks to Rich about some of the challenges that Maxin Prague face bringing team building to the Czech Republic.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Alex talks to Rich about his start in the team building industry from starting with a kite surfing school to his joining Catalyst Global.

his show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Mark speaks to Rich about the importance of building the right culture for your team and how Catalyst has built that culture with it’s Global partners.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Rich has been talking about B1G1 throughout the season, this week we talk to it’s founder, Masami Sato.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

Rich, Melissa, and David Yas reflect on Season 1 of Team Building Around the World. Hear some behind the stories of what it took to make this season happen and what may be coming up in future seasons.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 150 virtual, hybrid, or in-person corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

The podcast is also supported by the Catalyst Team Building Network, an association of team building providers.

With representatives in over 90 countries, speaking more than 20 languages, The Catalyst Network is widely regarded as the voice of the team building industry.

For more information please visit www.catalystglobal.com

Our thanks also go to B1G1, a company, which can make your business a real force for good.

Unlike conventional giving models, B1G1 helps small and medium sized businesses achieve more social impact by embedding giving activities in their everyday business operations to create unique Giving Stories.

Visit www.B1G1.com for more information.

We are back for season 2!  

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 150+  live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

WE'RE BACK!!  Rich talks with fellow TeamBonding employees about what happens behind the scenes from development to sales to production.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

In the US, we are slowly starting to re-open and get ready for live events. However, some of our Catalyst partners have already returned to in person events. 

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

Coonoor Behal of Mindhatch discusses the importance of how creating an innovative and creative work culture is key to success in this ever-changing work climate. With her are the developers of the White Privilege Black Power Experience, Eva Lewis and Greg Tindale, explaining the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

Everyone’s favorite dinner host, Chris Schembra, about the importance of gratitude, humility and human connection. And how you can use those tools to connect better to your team and your clients.

Please note, some strong language is used in the episode. Addiction and suicide are discussed briefly in this episode.  

If you feel like you need help please reach out to https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/ or call 1-800-273-8255

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

Creating a safe workplace where employees, especially women, feel comfortable speaking up is essential for today’s work environment. Listen as our guest, Angela Lussier founder of the Speaker Sisterhood, talks about the importance of women finding their voices to speak up.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team-building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.

 Even if you think things are good, it’s best to check in with your team.

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information. 

In the episode, Rich speaks to some of the team of Calmer Choice, Fiona Jensen, and Paula Reardon Webster. Listen to how adults, as well as children, can benefit from having a mindfulness practice. Science has proven that those who practice mindfulness see greater stress resilience, enhanced productivity, and a better work-life balance.  

This show is a presentation of TeamBonding, providing more than 100 live, virtual, or hybrid corporate team-building activities for companies around the world. Visit teambonding.com for more information.