Taco Bytes: The importance of rituals in building teams

In this conversation, Una & Doug discuss the significance of rituals and habits in fostering a culture of gratitude within teams. They share various creative practices that teams have implemented to enhance appreciation and connection among members, including the concept of the 'golden taco' and the annual 'TacoCon'. The discussion also highlights personal experiences with team rituals, emphasizing the importance of shared meals and fun traditions in building strong team dynamics.

Takeaways

• It's about the habits and the systems you build around a tool.
• Creative rituals can significantly enhance team culture.
• The golden taco is a fun way to celebrate team members.
• Taco con rebrands the traditional company retreat.
• Daily taco shout outs can reinforce appreciation.
• Shared meals create a sense of community.
• Rituals should be meaningful and fun.
• Building habits takes time and consistency.
• Surprising new team members with fun gifts fosters connection.
• Team rituals can be simple yet impactful.

Chapters

00:00 Building a Culture of Gratitude
02:55 Creative Rituals in Team Dynamics
06:05 Personal Experiences with Team Rituals
08:51 The Importance of Shared Meals and Fun Traditions