Cheesy, but it works

INC. THIS MORNING Cheesy, but it works Good morning, At the end of each week, Frank B. Mengert, founder and CEO of ebm, a North Haven, Connecticut-based benefits and HR tech company, holds a weekly video call known as “Friday Vibes.” During the call there’s one rule: don’t talk about work. Instead co-workers play games like Two Truths and a Lie. They might be cheesy, says Mengert, but they’ve helped reduce turnover since the company started the calls in May 2020.  Company bonding may seem like a waste of time, but when employees are quitting jobs at a record-breaking rate, they may be beneficial in the long run. Short on bonding ideas? Check out this story from Inc. staffer Gabrielle Bienasz on unconventional bonding activities that won’t bore your employees (or contribute too much to Zoom fatigue). HERE'S WHAT ELSE I'M READING TODAY: What you should know before arming employees with fitness trackers. --Inc. After Covid closures, gyms and exercise facilities are coming back. --Inc.  How the Mexican-American family behind Siete’s grain-free tortillas hit $200 million in annual sales. --CNBC The pay gap for women starts with a responsibility gap. --WSJ Along with LegalZoom, the NBA is offering $6 million in funds and services to small-business owners. --Inc. ONE MORE THING: Four things you need to know about the new guest judge on “Shark Tank.” --Inc. --Brit Morse Assistant editor, Inc. How are we doing? Send me ideas and feedback at BMorse@inc.com and on Twitter at @britnmorse. Join the visionaries who choose Inc. as their trusted source for the most accurate reporting on business. Join Inc. Unlimited today. Click here to forward to a friend. This email was sent by: Mansueto Ventures 7 World Trade Center, 29th Floor New York, NY, 10007, Unsubscribe • Update Profile • View in Browser • Privacy Policy