Outdoor Meetings: The Future of Business Meetups
When we say the phrase “outdoor meetings” to you, where does your mind immediately run off to? Probably to a park, or a picnic bench, or somewhere stereotypical and geographically nearby. That doesn’t have to be the case, however. There are no set regulations for outdoor meetings, so whatever preconceived rule book you had in your head, feel free to rip it up. Be open to experimenting with new places and new activities, and really liven up the idea of having an outdoor meeting.
Of course, keeping it local might be a wise idea for your run-of-the-mill meeting, but if you’re sure to plan ahead, why not really mix it up? Choose a day that looks bright and sunny, use the Beach Finder app to find your nearest (or not!) beach, and set up shop on the sand for the day. If you’re up for it, playing some outdoor sports with your team after the meeting might be the perfect, inexpensive team building activity too!
For those who are really energetic, try not sitting down at all: a hike in the wilderness with your coworkers might be the perfect way to get your brains in gear and feel inspired.
As we touched on previously, why not give a walking outdoor meeting a go? This option is perfect for those who would rather keep active than stay still, or for those who simply think better when on the move.
If you fancy looking up a route with National Trails, pulling on your trainers and making a day of it then be our guest. However, if you’d prefer to take things at a slightly slower pace, there’s nothing stopping you from simply taking a stroll around the local area and taking in the nearby sights.
Although outdoor walking meetings might seem a little bit more fast-paced and hectic, we assure you that they’re not. If anything, walking meetings are just a great way to get out and about, and they give you the chance to stretch your legs and get a bit of fresh air.
They can be as intense or as gentle as you’d like them to be, and if you’re looking for an intimate way to discuss your topics, this is certainly the way to do so, and besides, your Fitbit will be thanking you later, what with all of those extra steps you’ll be doing!