TEAM BUILDING VIA COOKING CLASSES WITH MY ATHENS OFFICE
“You see a colleague differently when outside of the work environment. Doing different activities obviously strengthens ties amongst the team.”
ARTICLE SUMMARY
I joined our Athens team for a cooking class with Chef Tony K and Kosta at Dadstronomy. Making spanakopita and goges together brought plenty of laughter, giving us time outside our usual lighting work to connect, learn something new and enjoy the team around us.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
A shared activity creates opportunities to connect outside normal work routines.
The Athens team tried cooking together as a team-building experience.
Working with my athens office to cook the world’s greatest spanakopita!
Team Building via cooking classes with our Athens-based team of lighting superstars. We took some time out of our busy schedules of designing and creating the best lighting products on the market to bond over some spanakopita, goges and wine.
Lots of wine. All under the direction of master chef, Tony K (@cheftonykavalieros_savorgreece) and class leader Kosta at @dadstronomy. We learned, laughed, drank, ate and bonded. The most important part of opportunities like these.
CHECK OUT MORE FROM THE TEAM AT IDEOLI HERE: www.ideoli.com
The Ideoli Athens team takes part in a cooking class together.
Teams That Cook Together, Learn Together.
Cooking together as a company team can be a fun and rewarding activity with several benefits:
Team Building: Cooking together fosters teamwork and collaboration. It requires communication, coordination, and problem-solving, which helps team members bond and build trust with one another.
Improved Communication: Cooking as a team encourages open communication and active listening. Team members must convey their ideas, share tasks, and coordinate their efforts effectively to create a successful dish.
Creativity and Innovation: Cooking is a creative process, and it allows team members to think outside the box, experiment with ingredients, and come up with innovative solutions together.
Boosts Morale and Motivation: Participating in a fun and enjoyable activity like cooking can boost team morale and motivation. It provides a break from regular work routines and allows team members to unwind and have fun together.
Builds Problem-Solving Skills: Cooking often involves unexpected challenges or mistakes that need quick solutions. When faced with culinary obstacles, teams learn to adapt, troubleshoot, and find creative ways to overcome challenges.
Diversity and Inclusion: Cooking together can celebrate diverse culinary backgrounds and traditions within the team. It provides an opportunity for team members to share their cultural influences and food preferences, promoting inclusivity and appreciation of each other's backgrounds.
Sense of Achievement: Successfully creating a dish as a team can give a sense of accomplishment and pride. Sharing and enjoying the finished product together can create a positive and rewarding experience.
Stress Relief: Cooking can be a therapeutic activity that helps reduce stress and promote relaxation, allowing team members to unwind and connect in a more informal setting.
Transferable Skills: Skills learned during team cooking, such as collaboration, time management, and delegation, can be applied to the workplace, enhancing overall team performance.
Overall, cooking together as a company team can be a delightful and beneficial experience that promotes teamwork, communication, and camaraderie, contributing to a positive and cohesive work environment.
RELATED READING
For business and project inquiries, connect with George Stroumboulis.
George Stroumboulis sits down with Garrett Patten, entrepreneur, filmmaker, producer, and fourth-generation business leader. They discuss his journey from the Caterpillar boardroom to Hollywood films, the realities of building a multigenerational business, the economics behind filmmaking, and what it takes to reinvent yourself and succeed in an entirely new industry.