5 Signs Your Team Needs a Team Building Day Out (And What to Do About It)
Even the strongest teams encounter rough patches. Energy declines, communication slips, and the office vibe just feels ‘off’. The warning signs can be easy to ignore; that is, until productivity tanks or good people start leaving.
If your team seems off their game, they probably are- and it’s vital not to ignore it. But there’s good news: a well-planned team building day can reboot morale, refresh relationships and reignite motivation.
At Firebird Events, we specialise in experiences that do exactly that. Our team building events are designed for maximum impact, minimum hassle. With a long list of indoor and outdoor activities to choose from, we have something for everyone.
Let’s look at five clear signs your team is overdue for a day out, and what to do about it.
- Morale Is Low and Nobody’s Talking About It
You can feel it in the air: everyone’s energy has slumped, laughter is like gold dust, and people are just going through the motions. Low morale doesn’t always show up with people incessantly complaining. Sometimes, it manifests in silence, disengagement, and that sinking ‘meh’ feeling.
We all recognise when a team is getting on like a house on fire. It’s often just as obvious when the opposite occurs, but sometimes it’s more subtle.
What to Do About It: Bring Back the Buzz
We have plenty of incredible events to boost your team’s spirits. From Interactive Game Shows to Murder Mystery Dinners, we can inject fun, laughter and surprise into your team dynamics.
These aren’t just quick laughs; they create shared memories, inside jokes, and a stronger sense of unity.
- Your Team Aren’t Collaborating Well
If teamwork has morphed into solo work- or worse, turf wars- it’s time to recalibrate. When people stop sharing ideas or helping each other out, the entire company struggles. Clients can tell when communication is poor and it can easily lead to unwanted mistakes.
What to Do About It: Break Down Barriers
Our Crystal Maze Challenge and other similar games are built around communication, problem-solving and team strategy. These activities create the kind of collaboration that sticks when you’re back at work.
- New Staff Are Struggling to Fit In
Welcoming new hires should be exciting, but if they’re left to ‘figure it out’, it leads to isolation and high turnover. Without team bonding, newbies struggle to get up to speed or feel like part of the group. At worst, it can mean they decide the job isn’t for them.
What to Do About It: Speed Up Social Integration
Try a Team Treasure Hunt. These formats encourage quick connections, fast friendships and natural mentorship between long-timers and new recruits. Integration doesn’t need to feel forced; it should be fun and effortless.
- Stress Levels Are Esculating
When it’s all fun and no games, it can take its toll on anyone. Tight deadlines. Endless Zooms. A never-ending to-do list. If your team’s looking tired, snapping more often, or always ‘too busy’, burnout could be creeping in.
What to Do About It: Switch Off to Switch On
We have plenty of more relaxing activities, like candle making. When stress levels drop, creativity, energy, and resilience shoot back up. Whether your team fancy making cocktails or learning to make chocolate, we have something for everyone.
- You’re Stuck in a Creative Rut
Innovation needs energy. If your team’s ideas have lost their spark, and every meeting feels like a loop of the last, it’s a clear signal: they need fresh input and inspiration.
What to Do About It: Mix It Up
Inject some excitement with one of our creative workshops (think mini movie animation, baking workshop or film-making) or go full adrenaline with a Spy School Challenge. New experiences spark new ways of thinking, and those ideas come back into the office, fast.
We’ve been in the team building game for over 24 years, and there’s one thing we know: it’s not about ticking a box. It’s about shifting the mood, building real connections, and delivering value that lasts beyond the day.
Whether you’re planning for 10 people or 1,000+, we’ll help you:
- Choose the perfect event for your goals and budget
- Handle all logistics, transport, venues, and catering
- Customise activities to reflect your company culture
- Ensure a smooth, impactful experience from start to finish
Ready to Reboot Your Team?
If any of the five signs above sound familiar, it doesn’t mean your team’s broken beyond repair. Often, it just indicates that they just need a break. A fun one. One that builds trust, boosts people’s energy levels, and reminds everyone why they’re better together.
Contact Firebird Events to start planning your next team building day out.
