5 Tips To Organize A Fun Virtual Corporate Event

The work-from-home setup is getting more popular each day, as it’s convenient. Employees no longer have to deal with the traffic, and employers don’t have to pay high energy bills and rent a large office space. Though this work arrangement is beneficial, it comes with its drawbacks, one of which is the lack of physical events.

However, companies can still host corporate events, albeit online. Virtual events may not replace the value of face-to-face interactions, but they offer enhanced engagement. Your team can connect with many more people through video, audio, or text features. Aside from increased engagement, virtual events encourage more employees to participate because they don’t require travel. They’re inexpensive too. There’s no need to pay expenses, such as the venue and meals. Plus, virtual events are just as memorable as in-person events. Here are some tips to organize a fun virtual corporate event.

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   Consider Availing Of A Third-Party Service

One of the best and most guaranteed ways to run virtual events for teams successfully is to avail of a third-party service that will host the event for you. You can always assign staff members to take charge of the event, but it will be more fun if everyone gets to participate.

Responsible for the program, a third-party service will plan and host some games and activities that employees will find engaging.

2. Encourage Participation

No matter how much fun the games and activities are at your virtual corporate event, hosting the event will be futile if not everyone will want to participate. So, to encourage your team members to join, request them turn on their cameras and wear an outfit that matches the theme of your event. Alternatively, you can ask them to change their background into something more fun and trendier.

Take advantage of gamification, an effective strategy to create engaging virtual events. This approach involves holding competitions and offering redeemable points. The more your employees participate, the more points they earn. For instance, you can do multiple Q&A’s and give rewards or points to those who participate. Announcing and giving updates on the top contributors throughout the day and offering them prizes, such as cash, will further encourage others to join.

3. Include Performances

There’s nothing more fun than hosting a virtual corporate event with amazing performances.  Take the opportunity to put your team in the spotlight. Others will cheer them on and smile as they watch their colleagues perform.

Consider having two to three acts at the event. One great show your employees can do is an improv comedy performance. A magic show is another. Your staff will also be delighted to attend a virtual concert. So, encourage your employees who have the talent or skills to deliver a wonderful presentation that everyone will find memorable.

4. Host A Raffle

A raffle as the last activity will make the event fun as well. It’s a lovely way to thank your employees for a job well done.

Here are some prize ideas you might want to include in your virtual raffle:

• Gift cards from a coffee shop or a clothing store: They add a personal touch, as you can choose your employees’ favorite shop. You can even get gift cards from a grocery store, which your team will appreciate just as much.
• Gift certificates for personal care services, such as hair salon, massages, and manicure and pedicure: Your staff deserve a special treat for working hard.
• Boxes of chocolates or candies: Most people have a sweet tooth, so your team will appreciate a box of delicious delicacies.
• Movie or concert tickets: Employees will spend a relaxing and wonderful weekend or day off, watching a movie or attending a concert.
• Money envelopes: With cash they win, employees will get to spend on the things they want.

To build anticipation, announce the grand prize at the beginning of the program. The grand prize can be a weekend getaway at a hotel. Knowing the prize will keep them motivated to stay and participate.

5. Plan A Surprise

Everyone loves a good surprise. One surprise you can plan is a performance by a popular band or corporate gifts, like branded tumblers, board games, or mug warmers and coffee cups. You can also gift employees wellness items, such as stress balls or salt lamps. Even office essentials will be a brilliant idea, such as engraved metal pens, organizers, professional notebooks, and cardholders.

Conclusion

Some people view virtual corporate events as the second-best choice, but they actually aren’t. They’re just as enjoyable as physical corporate events as long as they’re planned well. Your employees may not be able to interact with their colleagues in person, but they will appreciate every moment of an online event that’s filled with exciting activities and lovely surprises.