Passion Pitch: Uncovering Team Strengths Through Personal Interests

Passion Pitch: A Team Building Activity Guide

OVERVIEW:
In this activity, participants will explore their passions and interests outside of work, using these to create a mini-presentation.

This exercise not only allows team members to showcase their unique talents but also fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of one another, paving the way for stronger collaboration. By connecting on a personal level, the team builds a foundation of trust and camaraderie, essential for high-performing teams.

"Your passions are your compass to discovering the best version of yourself." — Anonymous

GOALS OF THE ACTIVITY:

• Enhance Team Cohesion: By sharing personal passions, participants create bonds based on shared interests, leading to better team dynamics.
• Foster Creativity and Confidence: Encourages participants to present confidently on a topic they are passionate about, which can translate to more confident contributions in work settings.
• Discover Hidden Talents: Helps the team identify each other's strengths and areas of expertise that may not be apparent in the workplace.

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

• Post-it notes or digital whiteboard
• Markers or pens
• Timer or stopwatch

GROUP SIZE:

• 5 to 7 people

ACTIVITY GUIDE:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   Begin by explaining the purpose of the activity: to explore each other's passions outside of work, which will help the team connect on a personal level. Emphasize that the activity is designed to be fun and insightful.
2. Prompt the Question:
   Ask participants: "If you were asked to give a 5-minute presentation on a non-work related topic you're passionate about, what would it be?"
   Give everyone 3 minutes to think and jot down their ideas.
3. Pair Sharing (10 minutes):
   Pair up participants and have them share their chosen topics with each other. Encourage them to explain why they chose this topic and what it means to them. Each person gets 5 minutes.
4. Group Sharing (15 minutes):
   Bring the group back together and have each pair briefly share what they learned about each other. Highlight any common themes or surprising discoveries.
5. Reflection and Wrap-Up (10 minutes):
   Conclude the activity by discussing as a group: "How can we leverage these passions and strengths to enhance our team's collaboration and performance?"
   Suggest ways to integrate these interests into team projects or activities, and encourage ongoing sharing of personal interests as a team-building practice.
6. Actionable Wrap-Up:
   "How can we incorporate more of what we're passionate about into our workday?"
   Suggest scheduling regular "Passion Pitch" sessions where team members can share updates on their interests or explore how these passions can inspire work-related innovation.

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