The Secret To Stronger, Smarter Teams

Let’s start with a simple question: how engaged is your team? Not just busy or productive, but genuinely engaged – excited to show up, collaborate, and achieve something extraordinary. If you’re unsure, you’re not alone.

Here’s the thing: many teams are running on fumes when it comes to engagement. According to Gallup’s 2024 State of the Global Workplace report, only 10% of UK employees are engaged at work. That’s right – just one in ten! That’s not just a missed opportunity; it’s a gap in most team strategies.

Jonathan Hazley, Director of Engagement

Engagement often gets overshadowed by easier-to-track metrics like productivity and output. It’s tempting to focus on what we can count rather than what we can feel. But the kicker is: Gallup’s study also found that engaged employees are 23% more profitable and 18% more productive.

So, while it might seem simpler to focus on spreadsheets and KPIs, overlooking engagement is like trying to win a race with a flat tyre.

Engaged teams collaborate better, innovate more, and stick around longer. In fact, the Gallup study shows that companies with high engagement see 41% lower absenteeism and 59% less turnover. It’s not just about warm, fuzzy feelings – it’s about actual, tangible results.

The problem is that engagement doesn’t just happen. It’s not a box you can tick or a stat you can track in an Excel sheet. It’s built through meaningful dialogue, growth opportunities, and yes, those memorable team experiences that make people feel like they belong.

At Team Challenge Company, we’ve seen the impact of engagement firsthand. When teams participate in our experiences, they connect, collaborate, and leave with a renewed sense of purpose. These experiences are designed to create meaningful moments that help teams bond and build stronger connections. And it’s not just a one-off boost – these experiences create ripples that transform how teams work together long-term.

So, what can you do to fire up engagement in your team? Start by creating moments that matter. Give them opportunities to step out of their day-to-day and bond over shared goals – and maybe a bit of friendly competition.

If you’re looking for ideas, we’d love to help. Our experiences are designed to spark engagement, build camaraderie, and ultimately drive better results for your organisation. Let’s chat about how we can create an experience your team won’t just enjoy but will never forget.

Because when engagement is the foundation, success becomes the outcome.

Warm regards,

Jonathan Hazley
Designer of Engagement