LEGO Serious Play
LEGO Serious Play is a hands-on facilitation method where participants build three-dimensional models out of LEGO bricks in response to questions posed by the facilitator. Each person builds their own model, then shares the story and meaning behind it with the group.
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What You'll Achieve with the LEGO Serious Play Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
Achieve 100% participation from all team members during discussions.
Surface unspoken assumptions and mental models effectively.
Build a shared understanding of team dynamics and challenges.
When to Use the LEGO Serious Play Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
When a team needs to ensure full participation during strategic planning sessions.
To explore complex challenges that lack straightforward solutions in a collaborative way.
How the LEGO Serious Play Workshop Works
A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process
1Setup
Prepare the environment by arranging tables, distributing LEGO bricks, and organizing the question sequence for the session.
2Step 1: Welcome and Framing
Set expectations and ground rules for the session, explaining the purpose of LEGO Serious Play and addressing any concerns about the method.
3Step 2: Skills Building (Warm-Up)
Engage participants in simple building exercises to build confidence and familiarize them with the construction process before tackling core questions.
4Step 3: Individual Models (The Core Questions)
Pose specific questions relevant to the group, allowing each participant to build individual models and share their meanings within structured rounds.
Key Topics Covered in the LEGO Serious Play Workshop
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