Welcome to the slump, the kind that leaves us feeling down, dragging our feet to attend meetings, and where the atmosphere is anything but cheerful. Let’s be clear, it’s perfectly normal to have phases where everything slows down and ideas don’t flow; you just need to reinvent yourself to bounce back stronger than ever.
And for that, shouldn’t we simply step outside the company walls to experience something out of the ordinary? Team building, often perceived as a “fun” and “pleasant” activity, can actually be a strategic lever to revitalize his teams.
Why does demotivation set in?
Each of us lives with the ups and downs of our professional and personal lives, our morale can play tricks on us, sometimes for just a tiny detail that we wouldn’t normally hold against us.
Slack periods happen naturally and can occur at any time of the year, but particularly on certain occasions, such as the start of the school year in September, the return from holidays and public holidays, the end of a stressful project, or internal changes that can make us lose our bearings.
So this is where the question arises… how do we become aware that the point of no return is imminent?
There are many factors that contribute to a decrease in motivation:
- Psychological factors: feeling of being stuck in a routine, mental and physical fatigue, lack of recognition from superiors and one’s team…
- Organizational factors: misaligned objectives, lack of vision for the future, workload overload or, conversely, underload…
And in those episodes, the signs are blatant.
Goodbye to jokes around the coffee machine and jovial conversations… And hello to decreased energy, productivity, loss of commitment to work and a gloomy atmosphere! Enough to make you feel down for a (too long) while.
So let’s take the bull by the horns before this impacts the whole team!
For this, nothing beats an outing outside of work to recharge your batteries to the maximum.
Team building: a lever to revive momentum
A well-thought-out and organized team building project is not just a simple activity to entertain your teams; it is above all a powerful tool for every company, and there’s nothing better than experiencing it to believe it!
The goal is much more important than just having a good time; it is to live a mobilizing experience, rich in sharing and positivity.
So let’s see together what team building can bring to your company afterwards.
Building connections between colleagues
These informal connections facilitate communication and cooperation among colleagues, improving the daily work environment. Team building offers a space outside the usual setting where they can discover each other in a completely different way, far removed from professional concerns. Without hierarchical pressure or performance expectations, teams can share a friendly moment and strengthen their bonds.
Breaking down hierarchical and inter-departmental barriers
We break down professional ties and hierarchical levels, we mix up the teams and off we go!
The informal context of team building allows everyone to express themselves freely, to share equal moments, and to offer everyone the opportunity to propose their ideas to move forward together.
What better way to encourage interaction than by putting Michel the accountant and Louise the community manager on the same team so they can communicate more than they do at the office!?
Reviving collective energy
Wouldn’t a well-chosen team activity be the trigger to reactivate the motivation of each employee?
This activity could give renewed impetus to well-being this general approach will rekindle enthusiasm and break free from the usual routine. Group dynamics will only improve, fostering positive energy and reigniting the desire to work together on shared projects and objectives.
Restoring meaning to teamwork
Solidarity, creativity, and cooperation are the most representative words of a team-building activity. It’s an opportunity for each person to step outside their role and tasks to activate “let’s do this together” mode in a supportive and inspiring environment. Team building serves as a reminder of the importance of collective effort and positive energy, and this can also be beneficial afterward some conflicts between colleagues.
Stimulating creativity and engagement
It’s well known that talent emerges and ideas are unleashed not by being confined behind a computer screen. Stepping outside the professional environment and encouraging creativity will boost employee engagement; they will feel heard and valued, and will be more likely to invest in future projects.
The levers that team building will use are varied and will bring serenity to each staff member in their professional and personal life. Smiles will be more frequent, discussions will be much deeper, and bonds will be strengthened.
Some tips for a productive and successful team building event
Organizing a team-building outing still requires knowing a few important points, so that this day bears fruit in the long term.
- Listen to your teams: involve them in the decision-making process and take into account overall preferences so they feel invested.
- Choose the right timing: avoid times when the workload is too heavy and the stress too intense.
- Adapt to the group’s profile: some will lean more towards a sporting activity, others towards a gentler, more creative one.
- Debrief together: the post-event period is very important for sharing and getting everyone’s feedback on the day that passed.
A successful seminar is prepared in several stages and it is necessary to know them and understand their importance.
Experience a dynamic team building activity in Fontdouce
What better way to revitalize your team than with an outdoor activity? The green, calm and stimulating setting offered by the Fontdouce Adventure Park is perfect for an original adventure to share.
Why choose Fontdouce Adventure Park?
- An exceptional natural environment, Between forests, valleys and vineyards, it’s a total escape
- A variety of activities: treetop adventure courses, laser tag, interactive games and the unmissable Odyssée du Totem…
- A complete and customizable package : Meeting room rental, breakfast and meals within the abbey or on the terraces of the treetop adventure park, multiple activities
During these days of getting away from it all, clients come away bonded, with their heads full of memories and ready to give it their all at work. Fontdouce is full of benefits and surprising details that will enhance your visit.
And after ?
A successful team building event is not a magic wand… it certainly helps to revive group dynamics, but these must be maintained over the long term so that this team-building outing has a strong impact on all employees.
In order to preserve this energy, several actions will need to be put in place such as, giving feedback on the experience lived, remaining attentive to each individual, being perpetually grateful for the work and investment provided, and continuing to maintain this strong vision shared with everyone.
Remember that, like any race, team building is the starting point, but the journey to the finish line is just as important and beneficial in achieving the expected objectives!
In every company, motivation fluctuates, and that’s normal. The key is to have the right tools at hand to act at the right time and bounce back quickly, before the teams become completely burned out.
By investing in thoughtful and relevant team building, you prove to your employees that their well-being is just as important as the desired objectives, that each person has a strong individual role in a collective that has value.
The green Seminar is gaining momentum, so don’t wait any longer to organize your team building at the Fontdouce Adventure Park, our team will know how to satisfy you.
