Pros
- I’ve attended team building events at this company, and this one genuinely felt different in a very positive way. Unlike previous ones, this event was clearly arranged with the intention of actually doing something for the team, rather than just ticking a box or going for the cheapest possible option. - The trainers were great, engaging, and well-prepared. The activities were fun, well-paced, and thoughtfully structured so people stayed involved without feeling forced. Having nice food available throughout the day was also a big plus and made the whole experience more enjoyable.
Cons
- This stood in sharp contrast to a previous team building event that was bad from start to finish. There were no meaningful activities, the atmosphere felt uncomfortable and forced, and the overall messaging came across more like an attempt at “brainwashing” than genuine team engagement. We hated every second of that one. - This time, however, the difference in leadership and organization was very noticeable. It was clear that this team building was led with care and intention. Special credit to the CFO for leading this initiative and to some members of the T&E team (not same people as previous team building as seen) who were very hands-on and did a great job supporting the organization throughout the event.