Your organization’s people are its greatest asset, and when they work together as a team they accomplish even more. But teamwork doesn’t just happen. Teams have to be created, developed, and continuously nurtured. A solid team building strategy can create an environment of greater collaboration and collegiality, which is good, not only for the bottom line, but for your people themselves. There are many different ways to build a team, and to continue fostering a sense of teamwork. Developing a diverse team building tool kit helps your people grow at every stage.

INTRODUCTION
Course Objectives

MODULE 1
What Are the Benefits of Team Building?
Better Communication and Conflict Resolution
Effectiveness
Motivation
Camaraderie
Knowledge Check

MODULE 2
Types of Team Building Activities
Games
Activities
Education
Social Gatherings
Knowledge Check

MODULE 3
Games
Games for Introductions
Games to Build Camaraderie
Games for Problem-Solving
Games to Stimulate Interaction
Knowledge Check

MODULE 4
More Team Building Games
Games to Build Trust
Games to Motivate
Games to Build Communication
Games for Conflict Resolution
Knowledge Check

MODULE 5
Activities
Activities to Build Camaraderie
Activities for Idea Sharing
Activities to Build Trust
Activities to Stimulate Interaction
Knowledge Check

MODULE 6
More Team Building Activities
Activities to Motivate
Activities to Improve Working Together
Activities to Build Communication
Activities for Conflict Resolution
Knowledge Check

MODULE 7
Social Gatherings
Singing/Karaoke
Dinner/Potlucks
Physical Activities
Meetings
Knowledge Check

MODULE 8
Common Mistakes When Team Building
Allowing Cliques to Develop
Not Delegating Tasks
Rewarding in Private/Criticizing in Public
Disjointed Plans of Grandeur
Knowledge Check

MODULE 9
Formatting a Team Building Plan
Define the Goal
Consult Team Members
Research and Create Structure
Keep It Fun
Knowledge Check

MODULE 10
Evaluate
Was the Goal Met?
Was the Team Building Cohesive?
What Did the Team Think of the Team Building?
How Can the Team Building Be Improved for Next Time?
Knowledge Check

ASSESSMENT
Post Test

WRAPPING UP
Course Summary