Activity description
Start by printing a well-known illustration.
Cut the image into pieces, ensuring there’s one piece for each team member.
Hand out a piece to each person and keep it secret – no sharing or showing the pieces.
Each participant should then redraw their piece, scaled five times larger, on a white cardboard and cut it out to match their original piece.
When everyone is finished, gather the team to assemble the giant image on a large table by fitting the pieces together.
This team activity teaches participants how to work collaboratively and highlights the impact of each person’s effort on the team’s overall success.
What does it impact ?
- Optimizing collaboration and work quality : Each team member contributes an essential part of the final image, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in achieving a shared goal.
- Strengthening communication and sense of belonging : By working together to assemble the puzzle, participants improve their communication skills and strengthen their sense of belonging within the team.
What should the organizer prepare ?
- Print a well-known illustration to serve as the model.
- Provide a white cardboard for each participant’s large puzzle piece.
- Bring markers, scissors, and rulers to assist in the precision of the task.
- Prepare a large enough workspace for the team to assemble the pieces.
- Use adhesive tape to secure the pieces on the table and prevent them from shifting.
How to achieve our goals on the big day ?
- Clearly explain the rules and objectives of the activity beforehand to ensure understanding.
- Encourage participants to take their time drawing and cutting their pieces with precision.
- Form small groups to discuss strategies for drawing and cutting.
- Once the pieces are cut, encourage members to communicate and work together to assemble the image on the table.
- Taking photos of the final assembly is a great way to celebrate the collective effort and create a keepsake of the activity!
- Reward the teams with small surprises or participation certificates.
See what has been done elsewhere 👋
- A company in New York recreated the Manhattan skyline. A fun twist – some employees hid aliens within the buildings for a humorous touch. This detail went viral in the office, strengthening their team spirit with a playful wink.
- In Cape Town, South Africa, a company used this activity to create a mosaic of African animals. Each member drew a part of an animal, and when assembled, the final image revealed a magnificent elephant – a symbol of strength and unity for the whole team!
- During a seminar in Nagoya, Toyota organized an activity where each team represented part of an eco-friendly vehicle. The teams were invited to brainstorm ideas on “greening” transportation, and the final assembly displayed a large hybrid car – a powerful symbol of the company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability.
- In London, a team of architects recreated the Tower of London, with some leaving hidden messages on their pieces. This not only boosted communication but led to a treasure hunt for messages when the final image was completed, adding a playful spirit to the exercise.
- During a workshop, L’Oréal invited its international teams to recreate an iconic perfume by drawing each part of the bottle. Each team incorporated brand values like elegance and innovation, strengthening both creativity and cohesion among team members.
Location : In person, Virtual
Activity setting : Indoors
Group size : Up to 20 people
Inspire me! : Popular activities
Activity languages : English, French
Price : Free
Duration : 1-3 hrs
Difficulty level : Easy to pick up
Group size :
- Up to 20 people
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