Company outing
in Arnhem
With a voluntary outing, turnout is decided before the day starts. The timing counts for more than the programme. From €195 for the group.
Taking part is voluntary, so what happens then?
With a voluntary company outing, turnout is the real question, not the programme. People stay away for two reasons. The first is the timing: if it falls outside working hours, it competes with home, and you lose that more often than you think. The second is the assumption that something will be asked of them that they don't want to do, such as standing in front of the group or talking about themselves. That second one is usually unfounded, but it isn't stated anywhere.
That's why we advise scheduling the outing within working hours if you can, or having it follow straight on from them. In the announcement, give the start time, the end time and whether there's any walking, and as little else as possible. At the start we say out loud that nobody has to take part and that nobody will be singled out. In practice almost nobody drops out after that. Prices start at €195 for a compact format. We come with equipment and hosts, and you just need to provide a room and power. If there isn't one, we'll arrange a venue.
What raises turnout
- Scheduling within working hours or straight after them
- Giving an end time and sticking to it
- Saying in advance that nobody will be singled out
What lowers turnout
- A vague announcement with no times
- The word team building when it isn't
- An evening that runs on into a Friday night
Frequently asked questions
Our turnout is always disappointing. Can you do anything about that?
Turnout is mainly decided by the timing and the announcement, so that's where it starts. On request we'll help write a short text saying what people can expect and what won't happen. That second part removes the most resistance for most teams.
What's the minimum number of people who need to come?
We can run a programme from about six people. If turnout is low, we adjust the format on the day rather than cutting activities. Give a realistic estimate when you send your enquiry, not a hoped-for number.
Can someone join halfway through or leave early?
Joining and leaving early is fine, as long as we know in advance. We then choose a format where teams don't fall apart when someone leaves, for example with activities that are completed round by round instead of one continuous task.
Tell us about your company outing
Just fill in the short form. As soon as we have a picture of the group and the occasion, we'll send a price estimate within 1 working day.
Planning a company outing in Arnhem?
Tell us what kind of group it is and when it needs to happen. We'll think along with no obligation.