Claire HayekFounder, Mind. Soul. Purpose (MSP) Teambuilding · Pressure-Proof Leadership | Neuroscience-based leadership

ONE OF THE BEST DIY TEAM-BUILDINGS OUT THERE!

26 Jun 2024 · 1 min

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In this video, Claire Hayek introduces a DIY team‑building activity modeled after TED talks. Team members sign up to give short, high‑impact presentations on subjects they love—whether work‑related or personal hobbies, stories, or expertise. The format can be run as a lunch‑and‑learn or a mini‑keynote session. By sharing these talks, teams uncover hidden talents, diverse interests, and professional knowledge that were previously unknown. The activity also pushes participants out of their comfort zones, helping them improve public‑speaking skills and fostering a culture of supportive listening. Hayek emphasizes the need to create a safe, non‑judgmental space where everyone feels encouraged to speak and be heard, making the experience both fun and growth‑oriented.

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Drum roll— TED-style talks. What this is about is that team members are going to prepare a short, impactful talk on topics they are passionate about. It doesn't have to be work-related. It could be, but it doesn't have to be. So this could be done at like a lunch and learn or just kind of a keynote where somebody from the team— you can, you can have a sign-up sheet and people can just join, and you will discover a lot of hidden talents, hobbies, personal stories, journeys, professional expertise you had no idea that your team had. So this one is very exciting, and also it encourages people to foster communication and get better at public speaking. A lot of people are scared of public speaking, and if you provide that platform, it'll push them to get out of their comfort zone. In a way, you're supporting them. You have to create a space where it's safe. This is all about supporting each other and listening. It's all about the message.