Team Building
Purpose
Build trust, cohesion and shared purpose in teams
How to Use
Shapes Exercise (from the folder). 1. Each team member selects a shape (circle, triangle, square, squiggle, etc.) representing their personality or working style. 2. They explain their choice to the group. 3. Map the team's shape distribution and discuss implications for collaboration. Behaviour Types exercise: 1. Introduce the list of possible team behaviours (task roles, maintenance roles, dysfunctional roles). 2. Observe team interaction and identify which behaviours are present, frequent, and missing. 3. Agree which behaviours to cultivate and which to minimise.
Created by Various (Tuckman, Katzenbach & Smith)
When to Use
This tool is suited to the following coaching and facilitation contexts:
| Context | Relevant |
|---|---|
| Individual Coaching | |
| Team Coaching | |
| Leadership Development | |
| Facilitation / Workshop | |
| Online / Virtual |