Team-Building Activities
Planning Themed Team-Building Activities for In-Person Teams
This prompt helps HR teams design themed team-building activities for in-person teams, adding an element of creativity and fun to foster engagement, collaboration, and stronger team dynamics. It ensures activities are aligned with the company’s culture and team goals.
Responsible:
HR/Recruiting
Accountable, Informed or Consulted:
HR, Operations
THE PREP
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Survey employees to understand preferred themes or activities.
Gather resources and props to align with the selected theme.
Choose a venue that fits the theme and accommodates all participants.
THE PROMPT
Help design a series of themed team-building activities for in-person teams at [specific software startup]. These activities should be engaging, collaborative, and tailored to strengthen team relationships. Focus on:
Creative Themes: Recommending engaging ideas, such as, ‘Plan activities like a “Retro Games Day” featuring board games and trivia, or a “Travel Around the World” event with cultural challenges and food tastings.’
Collaborative Challenges: Suggesting teamwork exercises, like, ‘Host a “Build It Better” competition where teams create innovative prototypes using limited resources.’
Skill-Based Themes: Including professional development, such as, ‘Design a “Pitch Perfect” session where teams role-play as startups pitching product ideas to a mock investor panel.’
Relaxation and Fun: Proposing casual bonding, such as, ‘Set up a “Movie Night” theme with costume contests, snacks, and group discussions on creative inspirations.’
Feedback and Reflection: Recommending follow-ups, such as, ‘Encourage participants to share their favorite moments and suggest themes for future activities.’
Provide a detailed plan for themed team-building activities that encourage creativity, collaboration, and team bonding. If additional details about team dynamics or preferred themes are needed, ask clarifying questions to refine the suggestions.
Bonus Add-On Prompts
Propose strategies for incorporating company culture into themed team-building events.
Suggest methods for tailoring themes to reflect milestones or achievements within the team.
Highlight techniques for blending fun themes with actionable team development goals.
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SUGGESTIONS TO IMPROVE
Focus on industry-specific themes, such as “Tech Hackathon” for engineering teams.
Include tips for organizing outdoor or offsite themed events for added engagement.
Propose ways to incorporate team feedback into selecting and planning themes.
Highlight tools for managing RSVPs or coordinating logistics, like Eventbrite or Slack.
Add suggestions for including prizes or rewards to boost participation.
WHEN TO USE
To celebrate milestones or boost morale with fun, engaging activities.
During team offsites or retreats for enhanced bonding.
When looking for creative ways to foster collaboration and relaxation simultaneously.
WHEN NOT TO USE
For teams uninterested in creative or themed events.
If resources for props, venues, or themes are unavailable.