Planning a team away day is an excellent opportunity to bring colleagues together, spark creativity, and strengthen relationships. To ensure your event is both memorable and effective, follow these tips:
- Choose an inspiring venue
Selecting the right venue sets the tone for your day. Look for spaces that inspire collaboration and creativity, such as those with natural daylight, spacious layouts, and unique settings. Venues that provide substantial catering options are a must – good food leaves a lasting impression!
- Take time to plan a diverse agenda
A well-thought-out agenda ensures the day is engaging for everyone.
Incorporate:
- Key speakers: Invite inspiring voices to share insights. These don’t have to be external – look to inspiring people outside of your department but within the University of Leeds, such as our world-class academics.
- Facilitators: Have someone guide discussions to spark new ideas.
- Creative activities: Include tasks that challenge the team in new ways, from hands-on workshops to problem-solving games.
Top tip – ask the University of Leeds Conferences and Events team if you need suppliers. We have lots of connections!
