Corporate Picnics

Todays post was written by Jami Anderson, our Picnic Specialist.

Corporate picnics are no longer a staple in every company’s yearly list of activities. While many corporations have opted not to have the biggest event of the year due to layoffs, cut backs, loss of sales and buy outs, twice as many have simply opted to scale back on that same event. Instead of spending $50k on the annual summer celebration, a healthier, more frugal expenditure, around $10k-$20k is more easily absorbed, while still impressing the guests without appearing over indulgent and frivolous.

What used to be expected by employees has become appreciated by employees. With camaraderie at an all time low and fear of being “next on the chopping block” at an all time high, what better time than to treat your employees to a real team celebration reinforcing their purpose within the company? While this is an “employers’ world”, the gesture of sincere appreciation hasn’t changed. Any successful employer knows the benefit of showing the most valued employees their worth. Given all of the reasons to cancel these special events, there are even more reasons not to. A company is only as good as its’ employees and happy, acknowledged and appreciated employees perform more diligently and stand proud as a united front.

Using just a portion of a special event budget can prove to be a great investment. It shows employees they are worth investing in, stimulating productivity and boosting camaraderie. It’s a “win” “win” expenditure.