Working together and leveraging each person's unique talents and strengths to reach the team's collective goals, gives teammates a sense of belonging and they are happy to contribute their best. 

Doing non-work related activities like playing board games, a picnic, having a family day or a kid/pet visit office is a great way to bond and build trust. This then makes working together simpler and faster - less misunderstandings.

By creating a non-threatening environment with friends at work, we are more likely to want to report to work and give it our best - every day.

Plan ‘Fun Fridays’ or games or activities that offer the ability for different talents to be exposed. Some activities that call for the use of intelligence (logic and analysis), some with art, some creativity, and yes, hand-eye coordination too. This way, over a period of time, no one will be left behind. We thus learn the importance of diversity and inclusion.

Discussions and brainstorming that’s naturally a part of team building games allows teammates to explore ways to share ideas, improve communication and become better listeners in a non-threatening environment. They take these learnings back to work and the improved communication makes for a stronger team that gets things done faster.

Playing games together helps build confidence as shy or new teammates seize the moment and take the initiative to lead the team in planning and execution. A leader is uncovered - he/ she will now grow faster on the job. 

Team building games come with a degree of complexity that requires problem solving skills or being solution oriented. Back at work, the team is better equipped to tackle challenges and solve problems, while having fun! 

Team building fosters a culture of celebrating both small and big achievements together. Recognizing and applauding each other's successes strengthens team bonds, boosts morale, and creates a positive work environment.