July is just around the corner! If you are looking for Employee Engagement ideas for the month, here are a few suggestions:
July 7 – Chocolate Day 🍫
- Organize a chocolate-tasting event where employees can sample different types of chocolates from around the world.
- Distribute small chocolate treats to employees as a surprise gift.
- Hold a chocolate-themed baking or cooking competition where employees can showcase their culinary skills.
July 14 – National Mac and Cheese Day 🧀
- Host a mac and cheese potluck lunch where employees can bring their favorite mac and cheese dishes to share with their colleagues.
- Arrange a cooking demonstration or workshop focused on different variations of mac and cheese recipes.
- Create a “Mac and Cheese Day” recipe booklet featuring contributions from employees and distribute it among the team.
July 17 – World Emoji Day 😃
- Encourage employees to express themselves using emojis throughout the day, whether it’s through emails, instant messaging, or internal communication platforms.
- Organize a “Guess the Emoji” contest where employees have to decode messages or phrases represented by emojis.
- Create custom company-themed emojis and stickers for employees to use in their digital communications.
July 19 – National Hot Dog Day 🌭
- Set up a hot dog bar during lunchtime, offering a variety of toppings, condiments, and vegetarian options to cater to all preferences.
- Arrange a friendly hot dog eating competition for interested employees (optional).
- Share interesting hot dog facts or trivia with employees throughout the day via email or internal communication channels.
July 28 – System Administrator Day 💻
- Recognize and appreciate your system administrators by organizing a special lunch or breakfast for them.
- Encourage employees to write thank-you notes or messages expressing their gratitude to the system administrators.
- Highlight the contributions and achievements of the system administrators through an internal newsletter or company-wide communication.
All July – Summer Holiday Pictures 🌞
- Run a “Summer Holiday Pictures” contest where employees can submit their vacation or staycation photos. Display the best entries on a dedicated notice board or share them in a company-wide email.
- Create a virtual summer photo album or slideshow featuring pictures of employees’ summer adventures and memories.
- Hold a summer-themed costume day where employees can dress up in their favorite vacation attire or bring elements of summer into their outfits.
Remember to adapt these ideas based on your company’s culture, preferences, and resources. Employee engagement initiatives work best when they align with your employees’ interests and create a positive and inclusive environment!
