TeamTime

07/09/2026

A great session last Thursday with Birte Becker-Steel from TeamTime, who shared useful strategies for strengthening self-management, through making better decisions and prioritising what matters most.

Alongside Birte’s insights, the interactive format created space for people to share experiences, learn from each other and leave with some useful takeaways.

There are more Knowledge @ Noon sessions coming up, covering a range of topics to support you and your business.

Best of all, they’re free for Chamber members.

Check out the upcoming sessions here: https://www.commerce.org.nz/events/category/knowledge-noon

24/08/2026

In today's diverse workplaces, success depends on more than technical skills. Cross-cultural awareness helps us communicate with empathy, build stronger relationships, and create more inclusive teams where everyone can thrive.

Join our Cross-Cultural Awareness & Communication Workshop and gain practical insights that can transform the way you connect, collaborate, and lead cross-culturally.

23/04/2026

In Nelson–Tasman, around 70% of businesses are run by sole traders and over 96% classed as small. Wear all the hats - juggling strategy, marketing, admin and everything in between is the norm.

This Knowledge @ Noon session at Colab Māpua is for small business owners who want practical ways to manage this juggle and focus on what matters most. You’ll learn how to identify the key roles you’re playing, where your time and energy are best spent, and how to reduce overwhelm while still moving your business forward.

Whether you’re just starting out or years into running your own show, this session will help you take control of the hats - instead of letting them control you.

Small business owners, start-ups and sole traders often juggle multiple hats. Managing constant decisions, and responding to competing demands has become day to day reality. While passion and purpose matter, what many people really need is clarity: where to focus, how to prioritise, and how to work....

01/04/2026

In times of overwhelm, of stress and bad news on repeat,
We’ve been wondering what people really need.

In our (admittedly biased) opinion, that answer is clear: a RETREAT.
Time to recharge and recalibrate, to switch off, enjoy… and definitely EAT.

We want to ensure our ideas and your real-life needs actually meet.
Sharing your thoughts via our short survey would be truly neat :-).

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As you can probably guess from the above, we are exploring RETREAT experiences designed to help people realign, recharge and reconnect. And we want to make sure they’re grounded in real needs, not assumptions.

Retreats can be powerful spaces to step back, recalibrate, recharge and find fresh inspiration - both personally and professionally.

By sharing what you actually need right now, you’ll help us shape NEW EXPERIENCES that are truly meaningful, relevant and supportive.
Sometimes the most productive thing we can do is push the ‘pause’ button.

If you’ve ever thought ‘I could really use a break, a re-set, a spark of inspiration’, we’d love your input.
-->Share your thoughts in our short survey and help shape what comes next: https://forms.office.com/r/88sH2reCcE

With thanks and appreciation, we greet.
Birte and Evelyn

11/03/2026

Lately, I’ve been thinking about how often we overlook “team maintenance”.
We pour all our energy into Business As Usual and push back the time teams spend reconnecting and realigning.
Yet, just like servicing a vehicle, investing in team maintenance pays off.
A small, intentional tune‑up can fuel a more collaborative culture, smoother communication, and stronger overall motivation and performance.

Curious to hear your thoughts - how often does your team actually stop to maintain what matters most?

23/02/2026

Only 10 months to go until Christmas… and we all know December is the worst month for Christmas parties: energy is low, diaries are crammed, and any “fun” feels rushed.
So why squeeze your team celebration into the most hectic month of the year?

TeamTime® events bring Christmas cheer throughout the year.

Our fun -filled team events and interactive challenges connect, engage, and celebrate your people - without the December stress.
Plan your end-of-year celebration now and enjoy a Christmas-do with a difference.
Whether you’re marking a milestone, re-energising your people, or planning an early end-of-year do, now is the perfect time to book feel-good moments that bring your team together and do Christmas differently.

11/02/2026

We all know: Life gets busy and unexpected twists and turns keep coming at us... Planning ahead and pencilling team activities into the calendar can make such a difference!
We highly recommend starting the year strong by planning your team’s development early.
Book your team’s workshops or incentives during February and enjoy 10% off as an early planning bonus.
Lock it in, get organised, and give everyone something exciting to look forward to!

03/02/2026

Kia ora
I’m thrilled to finally share something I’ve been working on for quite a while… (And some of you may have already noticed a name change recently)… and now it’s official:

My new brand TeamTime® is live, along with a brand new website!

Over many years of facilitation, I’ve seen just how important it is for teams to spend real quality time together - not just meetings and tasks, but genuine connection, reflection, and shared experiences.
So I’ve brought everything I offer together under one name: TeamTime®.
You can explore the new website, workshop options, and more here:
www.TeamTime.nz

I will be adding more workshops across the year, so check back in regularly if you’re curious.
And to celebrate the launch, there’s a special February opening offer available too!
Thanks so much for the support, encouragement, and interest along the way - it means a lot.
I can’t wait for this next chapter.

Ngā mihi mahana,
Birte

TeamTime creates boutique team experiences that boost connection, collaboration, and well-being through energising team bonding activities, creative team development workshops, and tailored incentives that strengthen culture and turn teamwork into team play.