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JULY 27, 2016

I’m a big proponent of processing challenges. The processing time doesn’t have to be long and drawn out, and it doesn’t have to be awkward. You can even use other activities or an experiential process to debrief the exercise. Pushing people is fine, but there is a process to doing so.

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JUNE 3, 2014

Giving the answer short circuits the process, and it is in the process that the team not only learns the issue, but also learns how to overcome it. ” All of these require thought and processing of the situation and the decisions that led the team to that point. What kinds of questions are powerful?

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NOVEMBER 12, 2015

During the coaching process, he had several “a-ha” moments. As we were going through this process, you could see the light bulb turn on as we connected the dots and discovered that every job he had held had prepared him not only for the job he was currently at, but also for the career path that he was heading down.

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APRIL 29, 2014

These also require a facilitator familiar not only with how to set up and perform the activities, but also someone that is familiar with how to process the events afterwards. For this type of group bonding activity, the debrief process is just as important (if not more so) than the actual activities. .

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MAY 1, 2014

Ironically, when leaders try to maintain control too much, it is often lost in the process. There is a sense of fear here, but it centers around losing control (of themselves, of others, or the situation). Keeping such tight reins on control also shows a lack of trust in your team when you refuse to let go and allow others to blossom.

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AUGUST 13, 2014

Notice who is taking the lead and who is merely observing the process. For all of these challenges, it is important to debrief and process through each experience. ” Have fun, but also process the experience to get the most out of it. Everyone has to participate in this activity. It’s What worked?

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OCTOBER 11, 2013

Although, unfortunately, some of the games have been used and abused, these kinds of activities are a useful and powerful tool for groups when facilitated and processed in the right way. They also must be tied to real-life situations and processed in that way so that team members can see immediate value from the day’s events.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2014

He works the night shift at a local food-processing plant. He sat across from me in my office talking to me about his job. It’s not a glamorous job by any means, but this man is truly grateful for his position there.

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JANUARY 6, 2015

There is a process I use to set goals, and it is one that I have used for a number of years, and it is something that I have taught to students and adults alike. Then, when they fail, they get discouraged and may give up on the process of goal-setting. They’re seldom risky. There’s typically no accountability.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2014

Most well-running teams realize that the process is important and that success is as much about the journey as it is about the end result. Small victories are celebrated and the momentum is maintained through the process even as obstacles are encountered. (For a more in-depth study of interdependent leadership, click here.).

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OCTOBER 21, 2014

Don’t let anyone tell you that the one-size-fits-all process works for everyone (not even those hats fit every one – much less when you’re dealing with a whole team!). What other characteristics define an effective team building program?

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OCTOBER 7, 2014

What’s your plan for moving teams through a transforming process? Just as leaders must be intentional with their followers, so we must be intentional with our groups and focus on the difference that we want to see, and ultimately, be. How do you determine if you’ve made a difference in the groups you work with?

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OCTOBER 14, 2014

And, team leaders must remember that it is a daily process, not a “one and done” training. Knowing where your staff falls under personality assessments is just the beginning. Leaders must also know how to lead the different personality styles. Problem-solving is another area where leaders must be creative.

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DECEMBER 15, 2015

Participants are not allowed to ask questions of you, their neighbor, or make comments about the process until it is completed. What ways could this process be improved/changed? Once everyone has receive a piece, instruct them that this exercise is to be done with all eyes closed and in silence (except for the rustling of the paper.)

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NOVEMBER 8, 2016

I’m already beginning that thought process of what I’m going to achieve next year. ” It’s true. To reach your goals, you need a plan. Like I mentioned before, I’m starting my plan early this year. Be Specific. Most goals are way too specific.

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JUNE 24, 2014

The retreat doesn’t have to be a long, drawn-out process, but you should consider some kind of multi-day event to really solidify the trust and camaraderie within your group. Sure, there are some quick and simple ways to build trust with your team, but nothing builds trust like an intentional team building retreat.

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AUGUST 24, 2016

People will feel more engaged and a critical part of the process. When your team communicates effectively, it will increase productivity and significantly effect your bottom line, as well as overall team morale. What is the level of effective communication within your team? Super-fun teams know when it’s time for celebration.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2014

” After everyone had shared, they opened up their folder paper, and released a butterfly, symbolizing both their journey of transformation and what their part was going to be in that process until the end. Ways to Use This Team Building Activity.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

When you’re in the process of helping someone, how would people respond if you actually did more than they asked you to do? Each of these activities release endorphins into your brain to improve your state of mind and the way you feel. Go above and beyond. How would they feel?

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MAY 20, 2014

Experiential learning involves students in the process of discovering more about themselves and their teammates by participating in high-touch exercises. Reason #1: Boost your team’s motivation. Get out of the hum drum lecture-style leadership trainings and give your team something to get excited about.

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OCTOBER 25, 2016

Whether it’s a matter of training on company culture and process or learning new hard skills, there is a learning curve for every job. The best companies know that it is easier and cheaper to train staff than to rehire for those positions. Few people come into a new job or position knowing everything they need to know.

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JANUARY 27, 2015

Combine the qualification process with those who receive a certain number of compliments, customer service awards/points, or positive customer experience evaluations. Have a contest (sales, production, etc.) and set criteria to qualify. Everyone who qualifies gets to go. Variation: Want to pair this with a way to increase customer service?

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OCTOBER 13, 2013

Get your team involved in the decision-making process for these events and let them have some say in what they want to do. This is definitely a longer commitment than your normal day of activities, but imagine how it could help solidify your team camaraderie. This is just a short list of the many things that you could do with your team.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2015

See how your team and teammates grow during the process! Every non-profit loves volunteers and certainly needs help during this time of year. Want to up the challenge? Make it a goal to serve together once a month or once a quarter as a group. Support an Angel.

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DECEMBER 13, 2016

So, I thought I’d try to offer some ways that you could make the process more fun. For some, the act of setting and maintaining/pursuing goals can be fun in and of iteslef. For others, it can seem overly difficult. SET UP YOUR SYSTEM. View your goal-achieving as a game. I tend to take things too seriously.

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JUNE 10, 2014

It’s all part of the process. Step 4: Evaluate and Adjust. Soon after your plan has been executed, you will find that things need to be tweaked. Isn’t that the way it usually goes? Develop a simple plan to evaluate and adjust as needed. Here are a few ideas: Check in with your communication coordinators on a regular basis.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

The creative process will push most people past their comfort zone – some very quickly. Check your local paper or visit with local organizations to see what classes and workshops that are being taught that you are interested in. During the class you could also complete #8 below! Create something from scratch.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2016

What if you could simplify that process and make it easier for you to communicate with others and for them to communicate with you? Enhance communication strategies. Place people in the right roles (the first time!). Communicate more effectively. It’s hard to communicate as it is.

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APRIL 8, 2014

Experiential team exercises can be valuable tools for enhancing teamwork as long as they are layered upon more fundamental and relevant processes.” – Patrick M. “One finger cannot lift a pebble.” – Hopi proverb.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Just don’t hit anyone in the process! The person who told the story must unwind the webbing by holding on to the loose outside end, and flinging it through their legs backward. This is a great get-to-know-you activity where people answer questions based upon where they fall along a given spectrum.

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JULY 28, 2015

You can act to change and control your life; and the procedure, the process is its own reward. The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity. The fears are paper tigers. You can do anything you decide to do. Amelia Earhart. Sometimes the best way to overcome fear as a leader is to confront it face to face.

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APRIL 22, 2014

’” Have the team about-face and repeat the process to the person that was behind them and is now in front of them. When you have finished the first round, you can say something like, “In almost every major philosophy or religion, there is a saying that talks about sowing and reaping. Get-to-Know-You Icebreaker Activities. Human trains.

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