Every year, HLM celebrates a special tradition that has quickly become a beloved annual event: Dare Week. Now in its third year, this event was conceived by HLM’s Culture Committee and has since become a cornerstone of our company culture. Dare Week epitomizes our commitment to connecting and engaging our remote team.
How it All Started
Three years ago, as HLM navigated the new landscape of remote work, the Culture Committee sought innovative ways to foster a sense of community among team members spread across different locations. Thus, Dare Week was born—a week-long event in June where HLMers participate in a variety of dares designed to bring them out of their usual routines and into shared experiences.
What is Dare Week?
Dare Week is all about adventure, creativity, and connection. The Culture Committee curates a list of approximately 50 different dares that participants can choose from. These dares encourage employees to:
- Explore the outdoors
- Attend local events
- Involve their families in fun activities
Participation is simple and engaging. Throughout the week, team members document their completed dares with photos, sharing their experiences in the HLM Happenings Slack channel. This visual diary not only showcases the diverse ways HLMers embrace the dares but also fosters a lively and interactive online community.
The Competitive Spirit
At the end of Dare Week, the dares are tallied, and the HLMer who has completed the most dares is celebrated with a customized summer basket filled with a variety of goodies. This friendly competition adds an extra layer of excitement and motivation, encouraging everyone to join in the fun.
Building Bonds in a Virtual World
Dare Week has proven to be more than just a series of challenges. It offers our team the chance to:
- Connect virtually in a meaningful way
- Spend quality time with family and friends
- Create lasting memories
- Strengthen our sense of community in a remote work environment
In a world where remote work can sometimes lead to feelings of isolation, Dare Week brings HLMers together, bridging the physical distances between us with shared joy and camaraderie.
HLM Asks, “Do You Dare?”
As we prepare for another exciting Dare Week, HLM extends a challenge to other companies: What are you doing to keep your remote teams engaged and having fun? We dare YOU to find creative ways to connect and inspire your teams, just as we have with Dare Week!
Dare Week is more than an event—it's a celebration of our collective spirit and creativity. It highlights the best of what HLM stands for: innovation, community, and a commitment to making remote work not just effective, but enjoyable and fulfilling. Do you dare to join us?
If YOU want to join a team that values employee well-being and a healthy work-life balance, give us a call at (888) 717-4249 to speak to someone within minutes.
