Holding a team building event for the first time can be intimidating, however when done correctly you will have an enjoyable experience that your team gains confidence from. Here’s your practical roadmap.
Define Your Objectives
Start with why. Building up trust in a new team? Improving communication? Boosting morale? Your objectives shape everything else. It is not enough to have inexact goals, such as ‘team bonding’ – they might need clarification.
Know Your Team
Take into account the number of people in the squad, their make up / personality types and abilities; as well preferences. Ask your team (anonymously) what sort of activities they’d like to partake in and any accessibility requirements that may need special planning around. With that said, inclusive planning keeps everyone participating comfortably.
Set Your Budget
Set your budget from the start – covering venue, activities, catering (if needed), transport and facilitator costs etc. Bear in mind that costly does now not always suggest effective – some of the quality crew constructing comes from low priced, nicely-organised sports.
Choose the Right Activity
Activities to Select: Match these with what your goals are, and fit them within the skillset of whomever is on your team. Communication, problem-solving challenges, physical activities suit energetic teams. Creative workshops involve different types of thinking. If it seems forced or uncomfortable, stay away from it. For Corporate Team Building Activities, visit 270climbing.com/group-activities/corporate-team-building
Handle the Logistics
Book early, make sure numbers are confirmed and guest dietary needs are determined. Have instructions on where to join, times you start at, what the dress code is and possibly if there is anything that they should bring with them. Over-communicate rather than assume.
During the Event
Engage as a leader, but let facilitators lead. Keep an eye out for those people who are struggling/disengaging and cater to their needs.