Strong Teams Use Their Minds
...and Hearts
Too often teams place too much reliance on technical skills and traditional intelligence. Emotional intelligence is often overlooked, yet vital for success in today's interactive business environment. The words & actions of team members, especially leaders can have a huge impact, even if unaware.
The Emotional Intelligence Training PLAYshop is the ultimate team leadership training & workshop! Through its immersive games and content, teams will practice self-awareness & learn to recognize how what they say and do affects the people around them. This PLAYshop will increase personal and professional growth, social and emotional intelligence skills in order to succeed in any environment.
Objective
Bringing awareness & control to our own emotions while building stronger relationships with others through empathy & communication.
For Teams That Are
- Rely heavily on collaboration & leadership for personal and professional success
- Value mental health and workplace wellness
- Seek to build stronger customer & stakeholder relationships
Skills Used For
- Developing team members 'emotional intelligence' by helping them learn to manage emotions in a productive & healthy way
- Enhancing leadership skills through self-awareness
- Building more trust & engagement for both internal & external relationships.
Emotional Intelligence PLAYshop Outline
Intro: FOP Intro, How We’ll Learn, Aha’s Woohoo’s & Huh’s.
Opening Activity: Mystery Draw. Defining E.I and why important?
Big Idea: E.I. is simply being more human with another
KEY 1:
Self Awareness
(Know Your Emotions)
Content: Power of Mindfulness, Recognizing Emotions, Top Emotions in Business, Getting in Tune.
Sample Games: Hotseat Emotions, Guess Emotion, Emotional Name Swap, Nah!
Discussion: What emotions have you felt lately at work? Which could you use more of?
KEY 2:
Self Management
(Control Emotions)
Content: Truth/Dangers of negative emotions, Dealing with negative emotions (acknowledge/CTA), 2 Mindset Traps (complaining, criticism) & how to avoid.
Sample Games: 21, It Could be Worse, Status Walk, Defenders, StopGoClapName
Discussion: What (nagging) negative emotions have you experienced at work lately? What is your CTA?
KEY 3:
Social Awareness
(Shift Perspective)
Content: Def’n, CCI (capacities, concerns & interests) of others vs. own. Accepting other beliefs/values. Understanding = Trust
Sample Games: Anybody Else? Further/Closer, Interesting Email, Extremes, Interpretations/Mirror Dance
Discussion: How can you better recognize the needs of others on your team? Meetings, 1:1’s, projects, problem solving, etc?
KEY 4:
Relationship Management (Communication)
Content: Psych Safety, Communication (listen with intention, non-verbal, empathy, thoughtful action) . Listen-Loop-Dip. Dialogues vs Debates.
Sample Games: First/Last, Silent Opera, Clapparama, Consultants, Pancakes vs Waffles
Discussion: How can you improve team relationships through communication? Which of the 4 keys can you personally focus on?
Playful Finale*: Emotional Intelligence Toy - a 30+ min guided Experiential Activity to round out the PLAYshop! A blindfolded puzzle game that can only be solved when players learn to understand each other. In small teams & immersive gameplay, participants will draw connections between game outcomes & the collaborative strategies needed for success in their own work.
Wrap Up: All Playshops include a Recap, Takeaways, and HomePlay!
* PLAYful Finales only available for PLAYshops longer than 3 hours
Develop Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
Emotional intelligence (EI) is key in the workplace because it helps people communicate better, work well with others, and stay productive. Those with high EI motivate teams, boost morale, and handle stress more effectively, leading to better overall performance and a more supportive workplace.
Master emotional intelligence NOW with these fun, innovative activities!
Pricing*
2 Hours
Groups up to 20 People +$40/additional Person
- Opening Activity
- 5 - 6 Group Games
- 1 Shortened Theme
3 Hours
Groups up to 20 People +$50/additional Person
- Opening Activity
- 6 - 8 Group Games
- 1 Standard Theme
- 1 PLAYful Finale
BEST VALUE
4 Hours
Groups up to 20 People +$60/additional Person
- Opening Activity
- 8 - 10 Group Games
- 1 Robust Theme
- 1 Robust PLAYful Finale
*Discounts for large groups (100+), startups, schools, social enterprises, and non-profits. Let's chat and figure out your needs.
**Customization, travel costs, or location rentals are extra. Reinforcement programs are available at $1000/hr.