Unforgettable Moments at the Annual Summer Getaway
Earlier this month, I had the incredible opportunity to join my team on our highly anticipated annual Buddle summer getaway. This time, we set our sights on the breathtaking Camayan Beach Resort in the stunning Subic area of the Philippines. Despite my years of involvement in the business, this marked my first-ever trip to the Philippines, and the experience exceeded all my expectations.
Warm Welcomes and Strong Bonds: Meeting Buddle In Person
From the moment I landed, I was greeted with warm smiles and genuine hospitality from the incredible Buddle team. Even though I’ve worked with some of my colleagues remotely for four years, meeting them face to face was an entirely different experience. Thanks to our strong implementation of best remote working practices, being together felt so natural. Since Day One of starting Buddle, we have aimed to build a culture that offers our employees the flexibility to work from home, have a stable income, and feel valued as an essential part of our crew. My weekend away with our remarkable group assures me that we are successfully achieving our goal!
Our getaway was planned as a purely social event, and while we had envisioned a sunny beach weekend, Mother Nature had a different idea and poured rain on us throughout the trip. However, we didn’t let it dampen our spirits and we embraced the unexpected theme of a "wet and wild" adventure. We indulged in a night of karaoke, unleashing our inner divas and rocked the stage. Let me tell you, karaoke hits differently in the Philippines compared to Australia—the singing prowess on display was on a whole new level! I made a mental note to take some lessons before my next visit.
Teamwork, Karaoke, and Recognition: Celebrating Buddle's Wins
Our beachside team-building activities brought out everyone’s competitive side. Laughter echoed through the air as we bonded over ridiculous challenges. During our special Socials night, we came together to celebrate all the wins, big and small, from the past year. We took the time to recognize our Remote Professionals (RPs) who were nominated by clients, colleagues, and the management team for their outstanding contributions. It was a night filled with heartfelt appreciation and recognition.
The Buddle Culture: A Whirlwind of Energy and Camaraderie
The entire weekend was a whirlwind of energy, spontaneous entertainment, and genuine sense of camaraderie. I couldn’t be prouder of the remarkable culture we have built at Buddle. We’ve shattered the negative stereotypes often associated with remote staff to become one epic team chasing the same dream.
These unforgettable moments have strengthened our bonds and left us hungry for more adventures. We can't wait to share the exciting updates coming your way as we continue smashing barriers and redefining what it means to be a remote team with purpose.
Keep an eye out for more exciting updates from the Buddle team, and join us as we continue to break down barriers and redefine what it means to be a fully-functioning, purposeful remote team.
Hannah Crock
Founder/Director of Buddle
Hannah founded Buddle in 2019. She has a sincere interest in finding the best talent solutions for the companies she partners with and is motivated to work with high-performing, Filipino professionals to assist with their career goals.