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With the synchronized drumming of nearly 300 African drums echoing in unison, close to 300 employees of Sun Life Hong Kong sang along to the event "theme song," bringing the team-building activities to a thrilling peak. Starting from the morning, employees were divided into groups to participate in various team-building exercises, continuing throughout the entire afternoon. During the activities, everyone learned to play the African drums and collectively completed a drum ensemble, embodying the spirit of teamwork and enjoying the fun of "One Team One Goal, Win As One - Bolder"!
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Sun Life Hong Kong organized a team-building event, inviting nearly 300 employees to participate and enjoy a relaxing and pleasant day. Christine Yeung, General Manager of Life and Health Business at Sun Life Hong Kong, stated that the event helped colleagues understand the importance of "One Team One Goal, Win As One - Bolder." "Just like playing African drums, it requires great team coordination and tacit understanding. Everyone must listen to each other's rhythm and beats, embodying the spirit of teamwork." She emphasized that communication is crucial for a team. Using various forms of communication can enhance mutual understanding and trust, thereby building closer connections. Additionally, setting common goals and facing each challenge together can complete the journey. She believes that working towards the same direction strengthens team cohesion and centripetal force. During the event, Sun Life Hong Kong's management team also actively participated, demonstrating the spirit of unity. After achieving the goals, everyone could celebrate the accomplishments, reinforcing the recognition of "One Team One Goal. - Bolder"
Sustainable Development for Future Generations with the BOLDER Principle
This event also embodied Sun Life Hong Kong's commitment to sustainable development. "Sun Life Hong Kong has been in Hong Kong for 132 years and in Canada for 159 years. We hope to pass on the ESG principles to future generations." For Environment (E), the African drums used in the event were made from sustainable recycled materials and paints. Sun Life Hong Kong also uniquely commissioned a batch of small drums handcrafted by grassroots ethnic minorities using recycled wood as souvenirs for employees. Moreover, the special costumes for this event were made from environmentally friendly materials. For Social (S), the drumming process demonstrated teamwork and inclusivity. In the future, there are plans to combine activities with community projects, recruiting volunteer teams to promote cultural development in society. In the first quarter of next year, the Sun Life volunteer team will visit St. Christopher's Home, where they will teach the children to play African drums. This not only helps to cultivate their cooperation skills but also brings them joy through music. As for Governance (G), Sun Life Hong Kong emphasizes transparency, allowing everyone to express their opinions in an open environment, greatly enhancing corporate governance transparency. As a pioneer in ESG investment products within the industry, Sun Life has consistently delivered outstanding performance in sustainable investments. Notably, Sun Life has been recognized for 15 consecutive years by Corporate Knights as one of the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations, ranking first among Canadian insurance companies.
Christine also mentioned that Sun Life Hong Kong deeply values talent development, adhering to the BOLDER principles which were demonstrated through the activities in the team-building event:
• B: Biased for Action - The activities encourage colleagues to participate actively, learn and experience through practice, promoting action-oriented thinking.
• O: Open to Listen - During the drumming process, team members need to listen to each other to create harmonious rhythms, enhancing mutual communication and understanding.
• L: Learn All the Time - Colleagues learn different rhythms and techniques, gaining musical skills and learning teamwork and communication.
• D: Drive Outcome - Each group's performance directly impacts the overall result, making every member realize the importance of their contribution to team success.
• E: Empowered - Through group division and the role of drum leaders, participants can utilize their strengths, feeling the responsibility and authority entrusted to them.
• R: Resilience - Team members may face challenges during drumming, but with team support and encouragement, they learn to cope with difficulties, thereby enhancing resilience.
Recruiting an International Talent Team to Contribute to Clients and Society
Mark Tin, Chief Agency Strategy and Growth Officer at Sun Life Hong Kong, mentioned that to align with future development goals, Sun Life Hong Kong plans to recruit over 3,000 talents from Hong Kong and around the world by 2025. "Sun Life Hong Kong is one of the multinational asset management and insurance companies in Hong Kong. Recruiting international talent aligns with the company's development goals and Hong Kong's status as an international financial center." He emphasized that the primary criterion for hiring is alignment with Sun Life Hong Kong's direction and mission, bringing health and financial security to clients. Age, gender, and background are not major considerations for job seekers. Sun Life Hong Kong is willing to provide various development training, resources, and support to help them achieve success faster, contributing to clients and society.
The team training consultant highlighted the uniqueness of this event in Hong Kong. All colleagues were divided into more than ten groups to create new lyrics for classic songs embodying Sun Life Hong Kong's "One Team One Goal" spirit. These new lyrics were sung using AI-generated voices and made into a music video, enhancing engagement. Additionally, two African artists were invited to perform and teach everyone to play African drums, creating a lively atmosphere. "This event integrated ESG elements and Sun Life Hong Kong's unique BOLDER principle. The African drums and vests worn by employees were made from recycled and environmentally friendly materials. The instructors frequently reminded participants of the ESG elements, making it a rare and valuable experience."
