Company events are an investment in your team that takes hours of time, significant energy, and funds to plan. Whether you’re planning an employee luncheon, company picnic, or employee celebration, you’ll want to make sure you gain a maximum return on your investment with a high level of attendance and participation. Sometimes, getting people to participate in company events becomes a challenge. While one hundred percent engagement is not likely, there are actions you can take to increase attendance and get your employees excited.
1. Communicate with your employees frequently and with ample time.
This might seem obvious, but telling your employees about a company event should involve more than sending one email. Promote your event with clarity and consistently. In addition to an email blast, send personal invites. Hang posters or flyers around your building and use every opportunity to bring it up in meetings and side conversations. Using multiple forms of communication ensures no employee is left out. With everyone’s busy schedules, it’s important to give guests ample notice to put it on their calendars and make plans to attend.
2. Give your employees something to look forward to.
Get creative with different ways to excite and enthrall your employees. Consider raffling off different bingo prizes. Secure delicious catering and entice them with a delicious meal. Tease the games and activities there will be when spreading the word about your event. Do you have exciting announcements to make? Save it for the event! Consider what is special to your employees that will motivate them to come.
3. Include your employees’ families at company events.
When you host a company event, you are providing an opportunity for employees to spend quality time with each other. When you include their families, you’re enhancing the experience and providing valuable time for connection. Bringing families into the workplace helps to break barriers and foster a deeper sense of understanding between one another. Plus, this removes the hurdle for parents who would otherwise need a babysitter. RH Events & Catering specializes in planning family-friendly events. Check out our page on family corporate events.
4. Make your company event convenient.
Hosting your company event on-site or close by makes it more likely your employees will show up because of the convenience. This makes it easy for them to find and guarantees plenty of parking. Allowing ample time for the duration of the event also adds convenience giving guests the opportunity to pop in when they can.
Company events can positively contribute to building stronger relationships in the workplace and boosting morale. A great turn out is important for a great event and the lasting impression it will leave on your team. You and your employees deserve to enjoy the day. Contact RH Events & Catering to get help planning your next company event and boost participation.
