Team building activities for work

How to run it

1. 1Block 45 minutes. Run the five activities in order; each section slide says how long it takes, so set the timer as you go.
2. 2Everyone answers on their phone. In each activity, read a few answers aloud before you move on.
3. 3Don't skip the debrief questions in the notes. The talk after an activity is where the team building happens.
4. 4Use the two 'more activities' slides to plan your next session: six quick ones under 10 minutes and six longer ones.

Questions people ask

What are quick team building activities for work?

Activities that fit in under 10 minutes: two truths and a lie, would you rather, an emoji status round, a gratitude round or a silent line-up. Run one at the start of a regular meeting.

What's the difference between team building games and team building exercises?

Games are mostly for fun and connection. Exercises have a goal, such as making a decision together, followed by a debrief on how the team worked. A good session mixes both.

How do you debrief a team building activity?

Ask what happened, what it says about how the team works, and what you'll do differently. Two or three questions and ten minutes is enough.