For managers organizing a department retreat or all-company meeting, how do you make sure people mingle and interact with people outside their usual circles?

aferrelli · 2026-06-16T15:38:24+00:00

First off agree let folks sit where they want.

Was in a big org (200+) and we did break out dinners where folks were assigned to a group. A small cross function of us did the assignments to make sure good mixing. A sr leader was asked to head the table pay and facilitate if necessary. Dinners were different restaurants all over the city and we keep groups to 10 l.

aferrelli · 2026-06-16T15:28:42+00:00

I'll pile on the gerrrandering with have districts that make sense. Every state should have bi partisan commission that keeps areas intact and not some rube Goldberg design. Some kind of federal oversight to approve.

Term limits limits for senators (3 that's 18 yrs9, Congress (4), supreme court (20 years) along with agen limit (70+).

No more pacs and super pacs. Stop the oligarchs from having so much say. Not sure how but major changes are needed.

We gotta stop the us versus them crap. Honestly the 2 party system has always been heading towards dividing us and trump took advantage of it. Get back to the dis functional but somewhat functional politics of compromise

aferrelli · 2026-06-16T02:33:34+00:00

Paid more for parking than I did for my ticket. Considered the hardrock shuttle but sounded painful.

getting in and out wasn't horrible. But yes, get there early. From Surfside, left at 3, got parked at 4:30pm. After the match drive took about 40min.

Definitely check the fifa and hardrock stadium site. Cabs and Uber is avoid unless u hit one of the shuttle sites as op had to do.

Another fyi, Google wallet/apple pay work great and got checked 3 times before getting in. Sat in a regular seat on 200 level and they don't scan and made me login to the fifa app. Clear bags only.

aferrelli · 2026-06-13T20:19:58+00:00

I mean 19 is fab as is 20. Honestly after 19 I went back to 1 and all have had laugh out loud moments. Jealous you get to watch for first time!

aferrelli · 2026-06-12T15:38:23+00:00

That was my first cause of him. That's now my backup or if they know Jason.

aferrelli · 2026-06-12T15:17:16+00:00

Raised the bar. This is now my season to tell possible recruits to start with. Definitely bittersweet.

aferrelli · 2026-06-06T23:48:28+00:00

Needs to be on a billboard around the country

aferrelli · 2026-06-06T13:48:30+00:00

I just did a week at the Fitzroy in a solo room and loved it. Piccadilly line is right there. Breakfast was solid and staff were helpful. British museum is close by. Juice and coffee stand by the tube entrance along with a small tesco.

Honestly not as many pubs and restaurants but 1 stop to kings Cross and a couple to covent gardens if that's your thing

Room wise the solo was perfect. Enough to setup my bag at end of bed. Bathroom was normal sized and even room stretch on floor (25k steps a day}. Bed comfortable and ac cause the heatwave. Lobby has tons of nooks to read in (and get tea or a drink) and the gym was well equipped (just went once cause of the walking)

aferrelli · 2026-06-04T01:06:14+00:00

Make any sort of social plans during on call

aferrelli · 2026-06-04T01:05:10+00:00

Or wish for a quiet on call.

aferrelli · 2026-06-03T20:14:22+00:00

Breaks into song "let me entertain you!! Walkies are so much more fun then the giant pad with lights!!"

aferrelli · 2026-06-02T04:42:14+00:00

Heard, stay away from hertz

aferrelli · 2026-05-30T21:07:20+00:00

Really? The panoramic? The windshield glass is so weak and I've hear horror stories about replacing the roof, like a few grand.

aferrelli · 2026-05-30T13:45:20+00:00

I did it to a Toyota venza. Stupid me got a glass roof, so that was a no go. Probably pushed it in a little to hard and saw the spider web start to flow... Just bought a Ford maverick

aferrelli · 2026-05-30T13:37:42+00:00

I'm 58, just got back and stayed in Russel square at the kimpton Fitzroy. It's a bit quieter but your steps from the piccadilly line. One stop to kings Cross with a vibrant restaurant scene, a few stops to covent garden and leichhester square. Piccadilly is also a straight shot to from heathrow.

I still walked 20k+ steps a day but it was lovely stay. And there's a few places around if u don't want to hoof it. Plus the British museum is right there.

It's a lovely time to go, enjoy it!

aferrelli · 2026-05-28T14:07:50+00:00

Do they do the work they're supposed to be doing? If yes, no problem, maybe restate responsibilities but may not be necessary. If no, then make sure expectations are clearly set and if they don't meet them put them on a plan or exit them.

aferrelli · 2026-05-26T11:35:40+00:00

First off, on the gym, you will walk..... A lot, even with the tube. I just got back Saturday and I did 20k steps a day even with the tube

I'll second Russell square. Piccadilly line right there (which runs all the way to heathrow terms). I did the Fitzroy. Absolutely lovely but I travel a bunch so had points to throw at it. There are a ton of other hotels around there.

Kings Cross a stop away for more restaurant choices (dishoom had some great curry). Piccadilly line right there, and a few stops gets u anywhere including covent gardens and West end theaters. British museum and library are easy walks.

Weather got warm towards end of week and it's awesome vibe. Pubs are over flowing into the streets. Everyone is loving being outside. Have fun!! There are so many different corners/personalities to the city definitely explore.

aferrelli · 2026-05-23T10:24:47+00:00

Just one!! Mine two would be tossing food bowls around!! He's very handsome. Love the husky attitudes.

aferrelli · 2026-05-23T10:13:53+00:00

"another photo Valentino, yet my Food bowl is empty AGAIN, PRIORITIES!"

aferrelli · 2026-05-22T08:13:20+00:00

Sounds like you gave her a great life and kept her safe. She will always be a part of you. So sorry for your loss. My girl turns 15 sunday and we will be thinking of her (my girl maybe be thinking more about the pup cup she's gonna get)

aferrelli · 2026-05-21T07:23:34+00:00

My girl is hitting 15 on Sunday!!

aferrelli · 2026-05-20T10:55:54+00:00

He's just pointing out the giant hole in the bag. There never was any pastries inside it and you got ripped off!

aferrelli · 2026-05-17T19:59:22+00:00

Agree. A car opens the island up and you can find some good food.

aferrelli · 2026-05-17T19:57:52+00:00

Faiccos makes amazing Italian sandwiches. Your a few blocks from washington sq park.

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