Why it matters
In Sweden, fika — a break for coffee and something sweet — is a social institution in many workplaces, typically mid-morning and mid-afternoon. It builds informal connection across levels and gives everyone a genuine pause.
How to run it
- Fix a time — mid-morning or mid-afternoon.
- Everyone stops. Laptops closed, phones away.
- Share something. Coffee, tea, a snack — the act of sharing matters.
- No agenda. Conversation goes wherever it goes.
Watch out for
- Talking shop the whole time
- Leaders never joining — or always dominating