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March

Secrets of successful team building

There are many forms of teambuilding: it can be a quest, seminar, role-playing game, sports event, or even a tourney.

An increasingly popular direction of corporate training and leisure in Russia is becoming Team building. In English, this literally translates to "team building," which clearly reflects the essence of these trainings. Для их организации обычно используется такая услуга, как tent rentalis usually used. However, it is also important to find a competent mentor. What are the secrets of successful teambuilding?

Key nuances of organization

Firstly, there are many forms of such events: it can be a quest, seminar, role-playing game, sports and hiking trips. It is important that all team members understand and welcome the chosen format of the event. For this reason, conduct a survey in advance and based on its results determine the most suitable option.

Secondly, the main task of team building is not so much to present a lot of new information as it is to unite the business team. For this reason, it is usually necessary to create an atmosphere conducive to informal communication. A competent trainer always organizes personal introductions for all participants at the very beginning of the seminar. After all, it often happens that you know what your partner's resume looks like but have no idea what they are going through in their personal life right now. And yet it somehow affects their work. It's very useful for department or company managers to participate in this; this way they can find optimal ways to motivate their subordinates (often without harming the company's financial condition).

Thirdly, trust exercises or games must be present during training sessions or seminars. Without this quality, complete and high-quality relationships between people are impossible.

Fourthly, for long events (over 4 hours), it is advisable to organize changes in activities.. If you are going on a rafting trip, for example, the beginning usually resembles a simple hike (during which you can get to know each other), then there is a stop and a small portion of theory is provided.. Then it is necessary to engage people in team activities (such as cooking and organizing the camp).. Specific company issues are discussed along the way, interrupting for rest and active entertainment (during the rafting itself).. По окончании мероприятия команда обычно приходит к единой стратегии дальнейших действий. Organization of conferences с тренерами по тимбилдингу происходит в аналогичном ключе, но с большей насыщенностью теорией.

Also, give preference to reusable or biodegradable materials for catering, venue decoration, and props.

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