Building Bonds Beyond the Office: How TSO Victoria Strengthens Team Spirit

For the past several years, the team at 15O Victoria has made it a tradition to host annual team bonding events, creating opportunities for staff to unwind, connect, and have fun outside of the office. Bowling has been the go-to activity for the past few years, though one year the team switched things up with axe throwing, which quickly became a staff favorite. The practice covers the cost of the event and food, ensuring everyone can enjoy the outing without worry.

Beyond the official team bonding event, TSO Victoria also hosts a yearly Thanksgiving potluck, though not a traditional one. Instead of the usual turkey and stuffing, the staff votes on a theme each year. In recent years, taco bars have been a hit, and this year the team is leaning toward a barbecue spread. On potluck day, the office closes at lunchtime for about an hour so everyone can gather, share a meal, and enjoy time together.

The holiday season at TSO Victoria is also full of festive traditions. Each year, the staff participates in a Secret Santa gift exchange during the company's Christmas party, held on the first Friday of December. The practice closes early for the celebration, and Dr. Joseph Allision and family, join the team for a meal out together.

Another popular tradition at SO Victoria is the gift card incentive program, designed to recognize and reward staff members who go above and beyond. Inspired by the "snaps" jar from Legally Blonde, the program encourages team members to write anonymous notes acknowledging a coworker's positive actions, whether it's helping a patient, supporting a colleague, or simply demonstrating kindness. Every two weeks, the votes are tallied, and the team member with the most nominations receive a $50 Amazon gift card. The program continues until every staff member has been recognized. This peer-to-peer approach not only removes bias but also fosters a culture of appreciation and camaraderie.