July is here! What better way to kick off the second half of the year than with some exciting employee engagement activities? If you’re looking for ideas to keep your team motivated and connected this 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 21 – National Ice Cream Day 🍦
- Organize a friendly competition where teams create their own unique ice cream flavors. Provide basic ingredients and let the creativity flow. Judges can award prizes for the most innovative and delicious creations.
- Arrange for an ice cream truck to visit the office. Employees can take a break and enjoy their favorite ice cream treats outside, fostering a fun and casual atmosphere.
- For remote teams, send out ice cream kits or vouchers for local ice cream shops. Host a virtual gathering where everyone can enjoy their treats together, share their favorite flavors, and engage in fun ice cream-themed trivia or games.
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!