You Go First – Ep. #0
How It All Started
Napkin Notes: How Team Time Odyssey Was Developed
Team Time Odyssey is a series of six, fast-paced, one-hour sessions to help build a more vibrant and virtual team; a more adaptive, aligned and ambitious team; a more resilient and ready team. Have a
Virtual Staff Introduction Ideas: For Virtual Teams And Team Building Sessions
Here are some virtual staff introduction ideas to get your employees to open up, focus and be prepared to make more powerful connections during your virtual session. Side note: If you're looking for a virtual
Is Your Team Ready For The First Day Forward?
Are you ready for the First Day Back Forward after months of sheltering in place? Odyssey Teams is dedicated to helping you emerge from quarantine with momentum and prepare you for some of the most
Tips for Large Group Team Building Events
What You Need To Know About Large Group Team Building Team building activities are a great resource to create cohesion between employees; however, large group team building experiences can be very difficult to organize groups
Now Offering Virtual Team Building For Remote Workforces
During these unprecedented times, the lessons of Odyssey Teams' work - community, engagement and service - have never been more true. Together with a few of our culture-focused clients, we have co-created the Virtual Helping
Microsoft & The Power of A Helping Hands Team Building Experience
At Microsoft's HR Global Conference in Bellevue, WA, Odyssey Teams was invited to provide the keynote and a transformative CSR team building experience. Over 1,400 Microsoft HR employees attended the valuable training event. Bill John,
‘You Go First’ Podcast: Episode 2 with Bill John, CEO of Odyssey Teams
Nov. 1, 2019 - The second episode of the You Go First podcast by Head Dream Chaser, Lain Hensley, is now out and features Odyssey Teams' CEO, Bill John. Bill and Lain literally went first
Why Academic Institutions Need Team Building Too
A story about how an Odyssey Teams philanthropic team building program enhanced a top-tier MBA program. Twenty years later the program is still reverberating through the community. Why Academic Team Building Is Vital Philanthropic team
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Beyond The Lens: Bill John’s Odyssey
Thirty-two years ago, CEO of Odyssey Teams, Bill John, knew he wanted to travel, be outside, and help people. But six years ago, a notable occurrence happened to Bill which involved the award-winning Helping Hands program
Are Your Co-workers Making You Moody? // How To Get Along With Co-workers
By: Todd Demorest, CFO and expert facilitator at Odyssey Teams You Don't Pick Your Co-workers Unless you're the hiring manager, you most certainly did not choose your co-workers. And yet, you spend more time with them
How To Motivate Employees With One Simple Trick
Wondering how to motivate employees? We've found that employees who are unmotivated fall into two categories: Not challenged - People enjoy feeling needed and challenged, but rarely do people hunt for more work to do. Lacking
4 Ways To Increase Productivity At Work During Summer
How To Actually Increase Productivity At Work During Summer June 21st marked the official beginning of the summer season, though you may have been feeling the heat for weeks now. The next few months promise
Team Building ROI & Why You Should Ask Why
Why You Should Ask WHY Do you ever ask yourself why you do what you do? At Odyssey Teams, we ask and are asked this question daily. Why do we spend our days creating and
Build-A-Hand® & Give Confidence with the Helping Hands Program
-Personal Odyssey about the Build-A-Hand® Program by Bill John, President / CEO / Co-Founder of Odyssey Teams March 11, 2019; South Africa - We had the most AMAZING day yesterday fitting hands on three people
Building Bikes For Kids With Life Cycles
The story "Eugene Blueberry Breeder Surprises YMCA Kids With New Bikes" first appeared on January 23, 2019 in The Register-Guard by Suzanne Adams-Ockrassa: During every Life Cycles program with Odyssey Teams, participants not only spend time building
What Our Teams Accomplished in 2018
What We Accomplished Together in 2018 Thanks to our 23,350 fantastic partners who participated in an Odyssey Teams LIVE or DIY program this year. Together, we racked up some pretty impressive numbers with these charity
Join The Odyssey Teams Ambassador Referral Program
Why did you hire Odyssey Teams? Was it a snazzy ad, a convincing salesperson, or was it a friend or colleague who said, “Odyssey will help you drive purpose through your team as you work together
How to Win With Organizational Development
Any company or organization that sees efficiency of production, a collaborative culture and high-levels of employee engagement have figured out how to win with organizational development. If these things are not happening, it might be
15 Creative Team Building Questions to Build Trust at Work
Team-building exercises are a great way to help employees trust and rely on one another. They can also help to improve communication within teams, and boost morale. When it comes to team-building questions, there
What To Look For In Leadership Development Programs For Companies
Understanding Leadership Development Programs Leadership development programs are designed to equip business leaders with essential skills for success, such as communication, coaching, accountability, influence and negotiation, and change management. By focusing on these key elements,
What are 7 Strategies for Improving Employee Performance?
Are you seeking new strategies and techniques to increase productivity, stronger collaborations, and a more successful workplace? Then you’ve come to the right place! This blog post presents an overview of how you can improve
Why Team Building is Even More Critical in 2024
In 2024, we’ll see an increase in the necessity of this kind of team building as remote work and hybrid models continue to grow and people become more disconnected. Well-designed and delivered team building is
10 Creative Board Meeting Ideas to Revamp Your Team’s Productivity
Most board meetings are often seen as tedious and unproductive, but they don't have to be. With the right board meeting ideas, you can revamp your team's productivity in no time! Whether it’s brainstorming sessions,
Leadership Essentials: Unlocking Your Team’s Potential
Are you looking to build a strong team and leave a positive impact? Whether it’s understanding what leadership is, developing your skills, building the right team or focusing on corporate social responsibility (CSR) training -
20 Inspiring Corporate Philanthropy Examples
Corporate philanthropy, or the practice of businesses giving back to their communities through charitable donations and social impact initiatives, is more important than ever. Not only do philanthropic companies help to address pressing social and
How team-building activities increase productivity at work
To take your business to the next level, you need a productive and engaged team. A team that supports each other, promoters free-flowing communication, encourages the members falling behind, and together celebrates the victories or
Why is Team Building Important in the Corporate World
There's no question that team building is important in the corporate world. When your team works well together, they can achieve amazing things. But why is team building so important? And what are some of
25 Most Effective Hybrid Team Building Activities
If you're looking for some new and exciting hybrid team-building activities to try out, you've come to the right place! In this blog post, we will discuss 25 effective hybrid team-building activities that are sure
3 Inspiring Employee Development Plan Examples for Success
Employee development plans are a great way to keep your employees motivated and on track for success. By setting goals and giving your employees the tools they need to achieve them, you can help them
Why Team Building is Important for Your Business
The importance of team building is increasing day by day. With the advent of COVID-19, 2500 % more firms are now investing in virtual team development on a global level. For a team to work