Why Employee Parties Are Good For Business

As spring approaches, the team at the Birch Hill is gearing up for the warmer weather, and with it, the start of BBQ season. So, we thought it was a good idea to take a moment to remind our corporate friends that if you are thinking about hosting a summer picnic, now is the time to start planning!

If the reason you haven’t booked an employee picnic yet is because you are still on the fence about the benefits of such a party, we put together a few facts and figures to remind you why it’s a great idea to show your employees you recognize their hard work:

1. A recent startling Gallup survey reported that only 13% of employees feel thoroughly engaged with their work. Employees who don’t feel committed to the company they work for are more likely to spread negativity throughout the workplace, creating an unenjoyable workplace. The same survey reported that companies with higher levels of engagement outperform their competitors with lower levels of engagement by 22%. Enticing employees to remain enthusiastic and engaged to their work is as easy as showing that their work is not going unappreciated and one of the best ways to do this is to host an employee-wide appreciation event.
2. The number 1 reason Americans leave their jobs is because they don’t feel appreciated. In fact, 44% of employees in the U.S said they would leave their job for a company they felt would better recognize their work efforts. Avoid the headache and the high costs of replacing and re-training new employees; keep the ones you have now happy by showing them you appreciate their work!
3. 84% of employees in the U.S claim that their relationship with their boss is the biggest determining factor for whether they plan on staying with their company. Show your employees that they can have a good time with you and put on an employee bonding picnic that they are sure to leave feeling that they’ve made a friend in you!

So what have we learned from these few simple facts: don’t view an employee recognition event as an unnecessary expense, but rather has a necessary investment in your company. Hosting a game-filled, delicious BBQ under the sun isn’t just a fun way to spend time with coworkers, it’s plain old good business. Call one of our event coordinators today to take the first step in showing your employees you care.