--- title: Zog Blog - Experts in Play at Work. | Employee Engagement description: Employee Engagement | The Zog Blog provides helpful guidance on how to build better personal connections through PLAY. image: https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/ZogCulture%20-%20Lockup%20(Vertical)%20-%20Black.png --- [![Volo For Business horizontal logo](https://blog.zogculture.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Volo%20For%20Business%20horizontal%20logo.png?width=300&height=81&name=Volo%20For%20Business%20horizontal%20logo.png "Volo For Business horizontal logo")](https://zogculture.com/) - [About Us](https://zogculture.com/about-zogculture/) - [In-Person Events](https://zogculture.com/in-person-events/) - [Plan Your Custom Event](https://www.volosports.com/for-business#start-planning) - [Contact Us](https://www.volosports.com/for-business#start-planning) Search Button Close Search # Posts about Employee Engagement ## [When Your Team Returns to the Office... Sort Of](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/returning-to-the-office) Posted by [Jill Nawoyski](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/jill-nawoyski) on Jun 28, 2023, 3:45:43 PM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/empty%20office.png)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/returning-to-the-office) *A message from our CEO, Rob Herzog* **Where is everyone?** [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/returning-to-the-office) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Fun at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun-at-work), [Human Resources](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/human-resources), [Fun](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun), [company morale](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-morale), [in-person events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/in-person-events), [corporate volunteerism](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/corporate-volunteerism), [Jersey Cares](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/jersey-cares), [volunteering](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/volunteering) ## [The Importance of Corporate Volunteerism](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/the-importance-of-corporate-volunteerism) Posted by [Jill Nawoyski](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/jill-nawoyski) on Apr 20, 2023, 11:28:08 AM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/volunteer-1.png)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/the-importance-of-corporate-volunteerism) Looking to have your employees connect in a meaningful way? Volunteering as a company is a great way to bring your employees together and give back to the community. Aside from just benefitting your organization, encouraging your co-workers to participate in charitable acts also benefits nonprofits, community organizations, and our society. Here are some thoughts from our nonprofit partner [Jersey Cares](http://www.jerseycares.org)on how corporate volunteerism impacts these groups: [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/the-importance-of-corporate-volunteerism) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Fun at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun-at-work), [Human Resources](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/human-resources), [Fun](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun), [company morale](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-morale), [in-person events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/in-person-events), [corporate volunteerism](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/corporate-volunteerism), [Jersey Cares](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/jersey-cares), [volunteering](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/volunteering) ## [Celebrating Women's History Month in the Workplace](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/womens-history-month-at-work) Posted by [Jill Nawoyski](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/jill-nawoyski) on Mar 14, 2023, 11:44:35 AM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/womens%20history%20month%20blog-1.png)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/womens-history-month-at-work) Women's History Month is an annual observance celebrated in March to recognize and honor the contributions of women to history, culture, and society. While the month is a great opportunity to learn about the countless women who have made a difference, it's also an important time to reflect on how far we've come (and how far we have yet to go) in achieving gender equity. One important place where we can focus our efforts is in the workplace. [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/womens-history-month-at-work) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Play](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Fun at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun-at-work), [Human Resources](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/human-resources), [International Women's Day](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/international-womens-day), [Fun](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun), [Networking](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/networking), [virtual company events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/virtual-company-events), [company morale](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-morale), [in-person events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/in-person-events), [women's history month](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/womens-history-month) ## [Celebrating Black History Month at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/celebrating-black-history-month-at-work) Posted by [Natalie Simmons](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/natalie-simmons) on Mar 1, 2023, 8:24:05 AM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/Black%20History%20Month%20blog.png)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/celebrating-black-history-month-at-work) *...and creating an inclusive company culture year-round.* [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/celebrating-black-history-month-at-work) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Play](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Fun at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun-at-work), [Human Resources](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/human-resources), [Fun](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun), [Networking](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/networking), [virtual company events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/virtual-company-events), [company morale](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-morale), [in-person events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/in-person-events), [LifeLabs](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/lifelabs), [black history month](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/black-history-month) ## [How Is Your Company Celebrating Employee Appreciation Week?](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/employee-appreciation-week) Posted by [Jill Nawoyski](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/jill-nawoyski) on Feb 2, 2023, 3:17:20 PM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/ZC%20-%20blog%20featured%20image%20(31).png)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/employee-appreciation-week) Each year, Employee Appreciation Day falls on the first Friday of March. The week leading up to it is the perfect time to recognize the hard work and dedication of your employees! What's the best way to show your gratitude? By bringing some fun to your workplace, of course!  [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/employee-appreciation-week) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Play](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Fun at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun-at-work), [Human Resources](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/human-resources), [Employee Appreciation](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-appreciation), [Fun](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun), [Networking](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/networking), [virtual company events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/virtual-company-events), [company morale](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-morale), [in-person events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/in-person-events) ## [National Fun at Work Day is Coming. How Are You Celebrating?](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/fun-at-work-day) Posted by [Jill Nawoyski](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/jill-nawoyski) on Jan 13, 2023, 10:00:24 AM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/fun-Jan-11-2023-08-53-16-3131-PM.png)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/fun-at-work-day) ### Did you know that National Fun at Work Day is Friday, January 27? The beginning of the quarter is always a whirlwind. We know you have meetings to attend, new hires to train, and big goals to reach. With everything going on, it can be hard to find the bandwidth to plan a last-minute get together for your employees. That's where ZogCulture comes in. Let us take the planning off your plate! We can whip up a fun in-person or virtual event for your company that will leave your employees feeling connected, celebrated, and appreciated. [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/fun-at-work-day) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Play](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Fun at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun-at-work), [Human Resources](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/human-resources), [Employee Appreciation](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-appreciation), [Fun](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun), [Networking](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/networking), [virtual company events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/virtual-company-events), [company morale](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-morale), [in-person events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/in-person-events), [winter events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/winter-events) ## [Why You Should Consider Hosting a Company Gathering in January](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/january-company-gathering) Posted by [Jill Nawoyski](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/jill-nawoyski) on Dec 21, 2022, 1:37:12 PM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/ZC%20-%20blog%20featured%20image%20(31).png)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/january-company-gathering) Feeling like the holiday season snuck up on you this year? You're not alone. We blinked and December was upon us! If the last quarter of the year was a whirlwind and you didn't get the chance to plan the holiday gathering if your dreams, we're here to help. In January, your employees will return to work with a fresh sense of excitement for what's in store for 2023. Coming together as a company is a great way to start the year off with a bang!  [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/january-company-gathering) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Play](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Fun at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun-at-work), [Human Resources](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/human-resources), [Employee Appreciation](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-appreciation), [Fun](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun), [virtual company events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/virtual-company-events), [company morale](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-morale), [in-person events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/in-person-events), [winter events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/winter-events) ## [Why You Should Plan a Corporate Pickleball Tournament](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/host-an-office-pickleball-tournament) Posted by [Jill Nawoyski](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/jill-nawoyski) on Dec 8, 2022, 11:54:24 AM Looking to bring something fresh, fun, and exciting to your colleagues? Well, get your paddles ready because we’ve got just the idea for you. If you haven’t heard of the sport that’s taking the United States by storm, we guarantee you will soon. As in, right now. Introducing: pickleball. [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/host-an-office-pickleball-tournament) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Play](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Fun at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun-at-work), [Sports](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/sports), [Human Resources](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/human-resources), [Employee Appreciation](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-appreciation), [Fun](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun), [Pickleball](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/pickleball) ## [How Are You Celebrating National Relaxation Day?](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/lets-relax) Posted by [Jill Nawoyski](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/jill-nawoyski) on Aug 10, 2022, 4:34:12 PM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/ZC%20-%20blog%20featured%20image%20(3).gif)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/lets-relax) When was the last time you kicked back and relaxed? We all know what happens during our typical 9-5. We answer emails, tackle long to-do lists, attend meetings, and try our best to help our company reach its goals. When it’s time to log off for the day, what do you do for *yourself* from 5-9? In honor of National Relaxation Day on August 15th, we’re sharing some ways to feel calm, cool, and collected during your time off the clock. [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/lets-relax) Topics: [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Company Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-culture), [National Relaxation Day](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/national-relaxation-day), [Relax](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/relax) ## [Start Your Summer Planning](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/start-your-summer-planning) Posted by [Samantha Roblin](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/samantha-roblin) on Jan 19, 2022, 10:00:00 AM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/pexels-rodnae-productions-7551442-1.jpg)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/start-your-summer-planning) Summer programs are an important tool for attracting top talent and now is the time to start planning!   ZogCulture is the summer programming partner for dozens of firms and this is how we recommend our partners begin their planning. [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/start-your-summer-planning) Topics: [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Summer](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/summer), [virtual company events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/virtual-company-events), [summer company events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/summer-company-events) ## [How to start strong in 2021 in 3 easy steps](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/how-to-start-strong-in-2021-in-3-easy-steps) Posted by [Natalie Simmons](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/natalie-simmons) on Dec 16, 2020, 2:19:54 PM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/ZogCulture%20-%20blog%20post%20featured%20image.png)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/how-to-start-strong-in-2021-in-3-easy-steps) As this year comes to a close, we're all ramping up for 2021. Because next year is going to be different. It's going to be better. It just has to be. Right? Our clients keep telling us how important it is that they set a positive tone for 2021. But that won't just magically happen. It takes a little planning and forethought. Well, good news, team. Because we've got big plans for you! [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/how-to-start-strong-in-2021-in-3-easy-steps) Topics: [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Company Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-culture), [virtual events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/virtual-events), [virtual company events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/virtual-company-events), [2021 event planning](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/2021-event-planning) ## [How “Baby Shark” won the World Series: Company Culture Lessons from the Washington Nationals](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/how-baby-shark-won-the-world-series-company-culture-lessons-from-the-washington-nationals) Posted by [Rob Herzog](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/rob-herzog) on Nov 4, 2019, 11:29:05 AM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/Shrugging%20Person.png)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/how-baby-shark-won-the-world-series-company-culture-lessons-from-the-washington-nationals) Sports, at the end of the day, should be fun--even in the professional ranks. After all, they do play “games” every night, don’t they? The difference is their games often come within a high pressure environment where winning is the primary goal. There’s not one blueprint for how to win. [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/how-baby-shark-won-the-world-series-company-culture-lessons-from-the-washington-nationals) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Play](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play), [Team](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/team), [World Series](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/world-series), [Team Building](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/team-building), [Creativity](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/creativity), [Play at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play-at-work), [Reflections](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/reflections), [Ideas](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/ideas), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Work Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/work-culture), [Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/culture), [Company Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-culture), [Goals](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/goals), [Sports](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/sports), [Baseball](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/baseball), [Learnings](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/learnings) ## [5 Tips to get employees excited for company events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/5-ways-to-get-employees-excited-for-company-events) Posted by [Samantha Roblin](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/samantha-roblin) on Jul 30, 2019, 11:04:57 AM [![](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/Website%20Imagery/jonny-mansfield-Urp48-Zmyo4-unsplash-1.jpg)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/5-ways-to-get-employees-excited-for-company-events) *After publishing this article in 2019, [ZogCulture](https://zogculture.com/) has gone on to host hundreds of company events for thousands of coworkers across the country. Learn more about our [in-person](https://zogculture.com/in-person-events/) and [virtual](https://zogculture.com/virtual-events/) options!* We often hear from our clients that the most difficult part of planning a company event is the work that goes into getting people excited for it. We get it and we’re here to help. Here are five ways to build up anticipation and have employees ready to fully enjoy the festivities once the day arrives. [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/5-ways-to-get-employees-excited-for-company-events) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Play](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play), [Event Planning](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/event-planning), [Corporate Event Planning](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/corporate-event-planning), [Ideas](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/ideas), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/culture), [Employee Experience](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-experience), [Company](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company), [Company Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-culture), [Tips](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/tips), [company events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-events), [Employee Appreciation](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-appreciation), [Fun](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun) ## [Working Remotely Done Right, Part 1: 6 engaging ways to keep your team connected](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/working-remotely-done-right-part-1-6-engaging-ways-to-keep-your-team-connected) Posted by [Samantha Roblin](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/samantha-roblin) on May 20, 2019, 9:05:00 AM [![adult-attractive-beautiful-935743-1](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/adult-attractive-beautiful-935743-1.jpg)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/working-remotely-done-right-part-1-6-engaging-ways-to-keep-your-team-connected) When all 25 New York City-based team members of the ZogLife office worked remotely for nearly two months while their workspace underwent a refresh, the team used it as an opportunity to experiment. [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/working-remotely-done-right-part-1-6-engaging-ways-to-keep-your-team-connected) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Play](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play), [Team](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/team), [Team Building](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/team-building), [Productivity](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/productivity), [Ideas](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/ideas), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Connection](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/connection), [Employee Experience](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-experience), [Company Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-culture), [Leadership](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/leadership), [Goals](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/goals), [Tips](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/tips), [Fun](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun), [Working Remotely](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/working-remotely) ## [It’s Not Magic: Tips to Get EVERYONE Playing at your next company event!](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/its-not-magic-tips-to-get-everyone-playing-at-your-next-company-event) Posted by [Natalie Simmons](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/author/natalie-simmons) on May 1, 2019, 9:15:00 AM [![diverse group of professionals2 square](https://blog.zogculture.com/hubfs/diverse%20group%20of%20professionals2%20square.jpg)](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/its-not-magic-tips-to-get-everyone-playing-at-your-next-company-event) The experts have spoken: Play is more than just fun and games. But as HR professionals and people leaders, how can we be strategic in using play to engage your coworkers? How can we design experiences that make employees excited to raise their hand and jump in the game? [Read More](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/its-not-magic-tips-to-get-everyone-playing-at-your-next-company-event) Topics: [Office Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/office-culture), [Play](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play), [Team Building](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/team-building), [Event Planning](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/event-planning), [Play at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play-at-work), [Corporate Event Planning](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/corporate-event-planning), [Company Retreats](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-retreats), [Ideas](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/ideas), [Employee Engagement](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement), [Fun at Work](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun-at-work), [Connection](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/connection), [Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/culture), [Employee Experience](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-experience), [Company Culture](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-culture), [Tips](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/tips), [Human Resources](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/human-resources), [diversity and inclusion](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/diversity-and-inclusion), [company events](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/company-events), [Employee Appreciation](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-appreciation), [Fun](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/fun), [Play Personalities](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/play-personalities), [Stuart Brown](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/stuart-brown) [All posts](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/all) [Next](https://blog.zogculture.com/blog/tag/employee-engagement/page/2) ## About the Zog Blog Want to make your workplace more fun AND more productive? 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