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Finding Swing Workshop

This interactive workshop uses the story of the 1936 US Olympic rowing team to explore what makes teams perform at their peak. Participants discover the concept of "swing" - the rare state where individuals move as one and results exceed what anyone could achieve alone.

120 minutes
8-16 people
intermediate
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What You'll Achieve with the Finding Swing Workshop

Real outcomes that transform your team

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Improved team collaboration resulting in enhanced productivity.

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Clear understanding of team dynamics leading to more effective communication.

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Actionable commitments that drive accountability and performance.

When to Use the Finding Swing Workshop

Perfect for these situations and team challenges

A team looking to enhance collaboration after experiencing stagnation in performance.

Newly formed teams aiming to establish strong working relationships from the start.

How the Finding Swing Workshop Works

A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process

1Step 1: The Impossible Victory

Hook participants with the story of the 1936 Olympic rowing team, introducing the concept of swing and its importance for peak performance.

2Step 2: The Five Conditions for Swing

Introduce the five key conditions necessary for achieving swing, using examples from both the rowing team and workplace scenarios to frame the discussion.

3Step 3: The Honest Assessment

Participants rate their team's performance across the five dimensions, creating a shared understanding of their current state and identifying areas for improvement.

4Step 4: The Boat Challenge

In small groups, participants discuss scenario cards that present challenges to swing, applying the framework learned to derive insights and solutions relevant to their own teams.

Key Topics Covered in the Finding Swing Workshop

team performancecollaborationtrustcommunicationteam dynamicsleadership

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Heightened awareness of both strengths and areas for growth within the team.

Teams recovering from conflict seeking to rebuild trust and communication.

Leaders wanting to facilitate open discussions about team dynamics and performance.

L&D professionals seeking innovative approaches to team development.

Team Problems the Finding Swing Workshop Solves

Say goodbye to these common team challenges

Lack of trust and collaboration among team members.

Difficulty in achieving a unified team approach to tasks.

Communication barriers that lead to misunderstandings and conflict.

Inability to effectively assess team dynamics and performance.

5Step 5: Our Swing Blockers and Builders

Identify specific behaviors that hinder or help the team's swing by gathering input from participants, fostering honest dialogue about current team dynamics.

6Step 6: The Team Charter

Create a Team Commitment Charter that outlines agreed-upon actions and accountability measures, ensuring the team commits to improving collaboration moving forward.

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