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10 Team Building Games Every Office Should Try This Summer

Judson Kleinman July 9, 2019

Can you remember the last time your office dedicated a day to team-building games? If the answer is no, maybe these activities can inspire that to change! Otherwise, if you’re looking for new additions, this is a good place to start. We compiled a list of 10 team building games every office should try from across the internet and shared a couple of our own, alongside an explanation of how each game benefits you. Before we can share our recommendations, there are two questions that need to be answered. What Is Team-Building & Why Is It Important? Team-building is the process of improving group effectiveness by organizing individuals toward a common goal. Simply put, the longer people work together, the better they can recognize each other’s strengths, weaknesses, and the best approach for new assignments. Team-building games are played to achieve similar results, but instead of having a work-related

Everything You Need To Plan a Summer Work Party

Judson Kleinman June 26, 2019

If you’re planning an outdoor summer work party, you’ve come to the right place! New Jersey’s warm weather this past weekend was a great reminder of just how good it feels to spend quality time outdoors. No matter the reason(s) you decide to plan a summer work party, getting employees out of the office and into the sunshine can have a positive effect on their happiness and mental health. Here is everything you need to plan a summer work party! An additional piece of advice – don’t forget to pack a bottle of sunscreen or two. Consider Your Objective & Identify the Audience What do you hope to accomplish with this event? Is it a method of reinforcing teamwork and build camaraderie amongst employees? Or simply a way to show appreciation for the staff? When you’ve identified the reasons for holding a work party, it’s important to have an idea

10 Reasons Why Teamwork Leads to Success

Judson Kleinman June 18, 2019

Most successful businesses aren’t held together by just one person. When teams effectively work together, they can achieve results that are impossible for one person to reach by themselves. As a company grows, more and more people will need to use effective teamwork to share resources and build on its success. When focused and determined people put their heads together, success can be achieved by their group effort. Below are ten reasons why teamwork leads to success! 1. Teamwork Creates a Support Network Being entirely in charge of a project’s completion can be stressful. If it spans multiple parts and will likely take a long time to finish, it’s easy to ask yourself, “Where do I even start?” But when work is evenly distributed between multiple people, feeling overwhelmed is less likely. Each team member has a stronger focus on what they need to accomplish. Ideally, if someone has

12 Ways TopBrewer Can Transform Your Office (Part One)

Judson Kleinman June 12, 2019

If you ever wonder why the line at your local coffee shop seems to be growing longer each day, a Reuters report about coffee drinking in the U.S. may answer the question. National demand for coffee continues to climb as evidenced in March 2018, when Reuters reported, “Sixty-four percent of Americans age 18 or over said they had a cup of coffee the previous day.” This is a slight bump from the sixty-two percent recorded in 2017. Waiting in line for coffee isn’t fun, which is just one reason why having coffee available at work is the perfect addition to any office. It gives employees simple, quick access to their favorite beverage at a moment’s notice, all without needing to travel elsewhere. But like many things in life, not all coffee machines are created equal – and the TopBrewer is here to step up to the plate. There’s an assortment

8 Great Ways to Boost Positivity In The Workplace

Judson Kleinman May 28, 2019

Feeling the Monday blues? You’re not alone! We wish the weekend was a little longer, too. Encouraging positivity at work can make the day more enjoyable for both you and your coworkers. When you’re surrounded by upbeat people, it’s easier to say goodbye to those Monday blues. Here are just a few ways you can encourage workplace positivity! Play Music Researchers have studied how music affects our mood for centuries. Listening to upbeat music has been linked to happier moods, resulting in better overall well-being. Whether your office has a speaker system or radio, playing some light-hearted, catchy tunes throughout the day can help your employees stay positive on even the longest days. Be mindful of others’ musical tastes, of course! Encourage Conversation & Questions Engage in friendly conversation with coworkers. Understanding a little bit about the people you work with can make collaborating on future projects

5 Ways to Create a Congratulatory Culture in Your Workplace

Judson Kleinman April 24, 2019

Fostering a congratulatory work culture is a healthy, desirable trait for any business. After all, it’s a safe bet to say that nobody wants to work for a group that is unappreciative of their contributions. Being congratulated on hard work is a good feeling, and that work deserves to be recognized. Plus, people who feel appreciated at work perform better and are more productive, meaning lower employee turnover. If nothing else, it’s smart business. Here’s a look at five ways your company can inspire a congratulatory culture! 1. Share Success Stories A congratulatory culture isn’t created overnight; however, starting small can lead to positive results. Consider setting up a bulletin board in a room only accessible by employees where they can see it daily. On the bulletin board, pin a piece of paper that has “this month’s success stories” written on it. Next to the board leave paper,

The Next Big Thing – Evy Tea’s Cold Brew Tea

Judson Kleinman March 29, 2019

Tea Lifestyle For many people, tea is more than just a flavorful drink. It represents comfort, contains numerous health benefits, and can be enjoyed by just about anyone. It has the ability to bring people together and appreciate the unique taste it offers. Companies such as Evy Tea have been focused on the cold brew tea industry, offering a number of delicious flavors to satiate avid tea drinkers’ palates. “Cold brew tea isn’t quite a huge thing yet,” said Evy Chen, founder and cold brew aficionado at Evy Tea. “Evy Tea is actually the first cold brew tea company to market in the entire country.” The company was formed in 2014. Evy Tea is primarily focused on the cold brew industry, selling their drinks in two ways; within ready-to-drink bottles for tea enthusiasts, and on tap in a kegerator for corporate offices and food service. As the name implies, tea

Recognizing Corporate Essentials’ Women Leadership

Judson Kleinman March 28, 2019

Recognizing the many contributions to society by women is an important facet of March, officially known as Women’s History Month. As of October 2018, women make up 50.8 percent of the U.S. population. So why isn’t this number reflected by leadership roles in the workplace? According to the Center for American Progress in 2018, they said, “In a broad range of fields, their [womens’] presence in top leadership positions—as equity law partners, medical school deans, and corporate executive officers—remains stuck at five percent to 20 percent.” We’re proud to say that the team at Corporate Essentials doesn’t share this same disparity. Of the 14 people in leadership positions at the company, six are women and eight are men. In honor of Women’s History Month, we asked these six remarkable women about the responsibilities they hold as leaders. Lori Puri Director of Marketing Kara Vazquez Human Resources Manager Maura

Three Ways TopBrewer Stands Out + PERKS! NYC Giveaway

Judson Kleinman March 26, 2019

The TopBrewer coffee machine by Scanomat has made international waves since its initial launch. The machine hosts a number of useful features that make it enticing for any type of home or work environment. Here are just a few that make it stand out! 1. A Great Cup of Coffee, Every Time Above all else, a coffee machine has to make a good cup of coffee. TopBrewer is engineered with the perfect composition to grind and extract at the optimal temperature, creating the ideal cup of coffee. The TopBrewer’s excellent build quality means it consistently delivers a great cup of coffee. It can dispense a variety of drinks that are selected from an iPad paired with the machine. These choices include but aren’t limited to black coffee, espresso, cappuccino, mocha and caffe latte. Drink choices follow a set of customizable parameters, making the TopBrewer capable of brewing faster and more efficiently than other

Women-Owned Businesses We Love: Teatulia Organic Teas

Judson Kleinman March 21, 2019

This month, Corporate Essentials has focused on highlighting just a few of the awesome women-owned businesses that we work with in honor of Women’s History Month. Teatulia CEO Linda Appel Lipsius is another great example of a successful entrepreneur who remains environmentally-conscious. In 2019, now more than ever, companies pride themselves on pursuing environmentally-friendly practices. It can be a strong marketing tool, but it also shows a willingness to adapt to new expectations. It also demonstrates a drive to reduce our harmful impact on the planet. Perhaps no other company is a better representative of this than Teatulia, a tea-focused business that champions its many environmentally-conscious decisions. Teatulia is Fair Trade-certified. In addition to this, it is Rainforest Alliance-certified, and all of its products are USDA organic. Each of these are important principles that have remained at the forefront of the company’s focus, ever since CEO Linda Appel Lipsius co-founded the

Corporate Essentials Will Be At PERKS! NYC

Judson Kleinman March 19, 2019

Corporate Essentials is all about providing businesses with the tools they need for employees to thrive. We promote a positive, healthy working environment for everyone. With that in mind, a Corporate Essentials presence at the PERKS! NYC convention feels like a match made in heaven. As the Official Beverage Sponsor, try a sampling of our locally roasted coffees, cold brew and other awesome beverages available to our customers. PERKS! is a convention made for companies seeking to improve the lives of their employees. It offers a space for businesses of all sizes to showcase their strengths and share with the world why they’re worth checking out. The convention has been held in multiple areas since 2014, including Boston and Chicago, but this year’s NYC showcase is the biggest one yet. For the first time, Corporate Essentials will have a booth set up at the event! The PERKS! NYC convention is

4 Workplace Culture Examples Your Business Can Learn From

Judson Kleinman February 4, 2019

Company culture plays a big part in the success of a corporation. No matter how big or small your business, the environment you cultivate determines the satisfaction of your employees. Many companies use creative perks such as drinks and snacks for the office to boost happiness and productivity. Here are a few workplace culture examples to give you inspiration for your next plan of action. 1. Prioritize Your People “Our core philosophy is people over process. Our culture has been instrumental to our success and has helped us attract and retain stunning colleagues, making work here more satisfying.” Reads the Job page of Netflix’s website. Netflix has often been rated one of the best places to work. Maybe that’s because the company does stay true to its policies, focusing on what makes their employees work a little harder, and better. In fact, they found that it was not productive to

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10 Team Building Games Every Office Should Try This Summer

Everything You Need To Plan a Summer Work Party

10 Reasons Why Teamwork Leads to Success

12 Ways TopBrewer Can Transform Your Office (Part One)

8 Great Ways to Boost Positivity In The Workplace

5 Ways to Create a Congratulatory Culture in Your Workplace

The Next Big Thing – Evy Tea’s Cold Brew Tea

Recognizing Corporate Essentials’ Women Leadership

Three Ways TopBrewer Stands Out + PERKS! NYC Giveaway

Women-Owned Businesses We Love: Teatulia Organic Teas

Corporate Essentials Will Be At PERKS! NYC

4 Workplace Culture Examples Your Business Can Learn From

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