The document describes three team-building activities:
1) The Exact Instruction Challenge which has participants give and follow precise instructions to recreate a drawing to improve communication skills and highlight the importance of clarity.
2) Finding as Many Things as Possible You Have in Common where participants pair up to discover shared interests and establish common ground to encourage conversation.
3) Would You Rather which uses hypothetical preference questions to foster light-hearted conversation and reveal individual personalities in a relaxed atmosphere.
The document describes three team-building activities:
1) The Exact Instruction Challenge which has participants give and follow precise instructions to recreate a drawing to improve communication skills and highlight the importance of clarity.
2) Finding as Many Things as Possible You Have in Common where participants pair up to discover shared interests and establish common ground to encourage conversation.
3) Would You Rather which uses hypothetical preference questions to foster light-hearted conversation and reveal individual personalities in a relaxed atmosphere.
The document describes three team-building activities:
1) The Exact Instruction Challenge which has participants give and follow precise instructions to recreate a drawing to improve communication skills and highlight the importance of clarity.
2) Finding as Many Things as Possible You Have in Common where participants pair up to discover shared interests and establish common ground to encourage conversation.
3) Would You Rather which uses hypothetical preference questions to foster light-hearted conversation and reveal individual personalities in a relaxed atmosphere.
Goal: Encourage effective communication and teamwork by having participants give and follow precise instructions. Aids Needed: Paper, pens/pencils. Activity: 1. Pair participants up and have one person be the instructor and the other the follower. 2. The instructor has a simple image (could be a basic drawing or a set of simple objects) that the follower can't see. 3. The instructor must describe the image to the follower, who attempts to recreate it based solely on verbal instructions. 4. After a set time, compare the original with the recreation and discuss the challenges faced. Benefits: - Fosters communication skills. - Highlights the importance of clarity in instructions. - Promotes teamwork and understanding. Possible Risks: - Participants might get frustrated if the instructions are not clear. - Requires careful facilitation to maintain a positive atmosphere.
2. Find as Many Things as Possible You Have in Common:
Goal: Build connections and rapport among participants by discovering shared interests. Aids Needed: None, but participants can use paper and pens if they prefer. Activity: 1. Participants pair up and have a set amount of time (e.g., 10 minutes) to find as many things in common as possible. 2. Shared interests can range from hobbies, favourite books, movies, travel experiences, etc. 3. After the time is up, each pair shares a few commonalities with the larger group. Benefits: - Establishes common ground. - Encourages conversation and active listening. - Promotes a positive and friendly atmosphere. Possible Risks: - Participants may feel uncomfortable if they struggle to find commonalities. - It may be challenging if participants have diverse interests.
3. Would You Rather:
Goal: Foster light-hearted conversation and reveal individual preferences. Aids Needed: None Activity: 1. Participants (in small groups) take turns asking each other "Would you rather" questions (e.g., Would you rather have the ability to fly or be invisible?). 2. Each participant responds to the question, explaining their choice. 3. Encourage follow-up discussions to explore the reasons behind their choices. Benefits: - Creates a relaxed and fun atmosphere. - Allows participants to share personal preferences. - Provides insights into each participant's personality. Possible Risks: - Some questions might be sensitive, so it's essential to set boundaries. - Ensure questions are light and enjoyable to avoid discomfort.