Plan the Ultimate Company Family Fun Day
There’s a certain magic about the way kids’ eyes light up when they step into their parents’ workplace for the first time. It’s a peek into the mysterious adult world they’ve always wondered about—a place that often feels serious and off-limits. When they get invited in, it feels like a special adventure. And let’s be […]
The Ultimate Guide to Engaging Your Remote Team During the Holiday Season
Image by Shannon Lawford from Pixabay The holidays are coming up, and if you’re managing a remote team, you might be wondering how to keep everyone feeling connected. It’s tricky—people are spread out, there’s end-of-year fatigue, and honestly, it’s hard to recreate that office buzz over a screen. But there’s good news: even if your […]
How to Build a Culture of Appreciation in Your Workplace: A Guide for Managers and Teams
Workplaces can be tricky environments, right? No matter where you are—whether you’re an executive assistant, a manager just starting out, or a seasoned leader—everyone wants to feel like they matter. And let’s be honest, appreciation doesn’t need to only come from the top. Real recognition is something we can all share, no matter our title […]
The Role of Play in Reducing Workplace Stress
Work stress. Ugh, we’ve all been there, right? That pressure cooker feeling when your to-do list keeps growing, and no matter how much you try, you’re still stuck answering the same never-ending emails. And let’s not even talk about meetings—back-to-back, all day. It’s like running a marathon, but without the finish line or even a […]
What is Team Building?
Team Building Builds Teams It may seem obvious but this question is rarely posed, let alone answered. A lot of us in the industry talk about team building but there is no single definition for what team building itself is. The answer depends on who is asking, who is answering, and why. In our case team building is […]
How Much Does Team Building Cost?
And is it worth it? Two common questions we come across: “how much does team building cost?” and “is it worth the investment?”. Trying to find out how much team buildings costs is like trying to figure out the government budget. But trying to determine whether team building is something you should invest in can be even […]
Management Tips: Lead with Humour
Think about the last time a bit of laughter lightened up your workday. Humour in leadership isn’t just about a quick laugh; it can shift a team’s entire mood, build stronger connections, and turn stress into something manageable. When leaders bring humour to the table, they create a culture where people feel comfortable, valued, and […]
5 Reasons Why Mindfulness is a Superpower
5 Reasons Why Mindfulness is a Superpower The Superpower of Mindfulness In this week’s article we are going to look at the superpower of mindfulness in 5 easy to digest points. If you’re a fan of the site you know we run a mindfulness game. In this game we have a third party facilitator who guides […]
The Personality Types That Work Best as Leaders
The Personality Types That Work Best as Leaders Have you heard of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator personality test? It essentially states that everyone has a natural leadership style that correlates with different personality types. Of course, this means that some people may be better leaders than others. The experts at Banana Life do a fair bit of […]
Bad Cop vs Good Cop – Comparing Leadership Styles
Bad Cop vs Good Cop – Comparing Leadership Styles Bad Cop vs Good Cop – Comparing Leadership Styles We’ve all probably heard the term “good cop, bad cop” in a movie used as a negotiation tactic where two contrasting individuals try to gain some advantage over a criminal. The good cop is friendly; the […]
