{"id":3427,"date":"2020-10-15T04:21:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-14T17:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/?p=3427"},"modified":"2024-05-24T18:22:23","modified_gmt":"2024-05-24T08:22:23","slug":"virtual-team-building-activities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/virtual-team-building-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"27 Virtual Team Building Activities for Remote Workers."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>From mid-meeting activities to weekend group activities, from competitive challenges to creative collaboration, there\u2019s something for everybody!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for ways to <strong>boost morale in your remote team<\/strong>, and give them an opportunity to bond?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wondering how you can <strong>keep your workers engaged<\/strong>, and willing to collaborate with each other over thorny projects?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Trying to plan <a href=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/team-building-activities-for-adults\/\"><strong>virtual critical thinking team building activities<\/strong><\/a> that will instil <strong>team spirit<\/strong>, and impart critical skills like <strong>logical thinking<\/strong>, <strong>communication<\/strong> and paying <strong>attention to detail<\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/10\/virtual-team-building-workers-motivated.jpg\" alt=\"As they're remote, workers may need a reason or an incentive to work together.\" title=\"virtual-team-building-workers-motivated\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tAs they&#8217;re remote, workers may need a reason or an incentive to work together.\n\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then this list of <a href=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/team-building-activities-for-remote-employees\/\">virtual\/remote team building activities<\/a> is just what you\u2019re looking for!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Effective.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engaging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoyable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s a mid-meeting pick-us-up, or a weekend team activity you\u2019re looking for&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re looking to help workers focus better, or collaborate constructively on a project, or just kill stress&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s something here for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the 27 virtual <a href=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/team-building\/\">team building activities<\/a> that your remote team will love:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/zk0zTXQY5ukCs\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Gif courtesy giphy.\" title=\"virtual-team-building-activity\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tGif courtesy giphy.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tLife story\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> An off-day team activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Detail-sharing; semi-competitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Divide the group into pairs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One person will tell the other their life story within a fixed time limit, say 5 minutes?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The other will have to recount as many details as they can.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Team bonding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Builds focus, since you have to remain focused on what your partner is saying.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthens memory.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tRemote rock paper scissors\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/3osxY6hXXl95Zt2jII\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Better not lose! Gif courtesy giphy.\" title=\"virtual-activity-rock-paper-scissors\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tBetter not lose! Gif courtesy giphy.\n\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Competitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It\u2019s a virtual version of the old classic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can easily be played between pairs of people.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great for catching a quick breath between meetings or within a meeting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can turn it into a tournament between all members of your work group.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The competitive and unpredictable nature of the game makes it a great midwork stress buster.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHosted online escape games\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/10\/virtual-team-building-hosted-online-escape-game.png\" alt=\"online hosted escape game reactions\" title=\"virtual-team-building-hosted-online-escape-game\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tA virtual fantasy!\n\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> A weekend virtual meetup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Team-based game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose a weekend, select an escape game, and reserve your spot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Team up, and log in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have an experience beyond your wildest dreams!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It\u2019s the ultimate morale booster for your team. Think of it as an online shot of caffeine; one that will last weeks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The host sets up the situation, builds atmosphere, and guides you through the game.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You get an amazing array of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/games\/online-escape-rooms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">hosted online escape games<\/a><\/strong> to choose from.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>From saving the world from an airborne toxin (sound familiar) to trying to outwit a shadowy assassin, there\u2019s something for every taste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The live (online, real-time), dramatic nature of the game will motivate your team to:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Work as a team.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate clearly among themselves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remain focused on what\u2019s going on.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply themselves logically to overcoming the obstacles that lie in their way, and win!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tTell me about yourself\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s a common question in job interviews&#8230;and the topic of far too many blogs on how to answer it perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t worry, our virtual <a href=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/5-reasons-your-team-for-vr-team-building\/\">team building activity<\/a> has nothing to do with that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> A weekend virtual meetup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Detail-sharing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ask every member of the team to write 10 significant facts or pieces of information about themselves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have everyone read them aloud loud.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You&#8217;re almost sure to discover surprising common ground between people &#8211; like three team members were hired in the same year without knowing it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It\u2019s very effective at getting the team to bond with each other.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBirthplace\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It\u2019s a variant of this game.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On an online map, team members stick virtual pins on where they were born.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then they take turns to share one quirky fact about their birthplace.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tTeam movie night\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> A weekend virtual meetup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Group experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Schedule a time for a movie to be streamed on conference call.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have the chat open, and encourage people to share their opinions and feelings about the movie.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It can lead to a healthy debate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Team members can bond over shared opinions and sentiments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tNote\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>As a lot of topics come into play in any movie, some might lead to heated and passionate arguments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As moderator, you need to be on your toes to ensure disagreements don\u2019t spin out of control.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tTwo truths and a lie\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/10\/two-truths-and-a-lie.jpg\" alt=\"two truths and a lie\" title=\"two-truths-and-a-lie\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tCan you tell which is which?\n\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Off day meetup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Details sharing; semi-competitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A team member tells 3 facts about themselves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two of them are the truth; one is a lie.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The rest of the team has to figure out which is the lie.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Larger groups should be split up into smaller teams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thrilling; element of detective work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages team members to focus on minute details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Could inspire candid intra-team communication even after the game ends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tFavourite things\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/Xa4rFNfLotFKpFUL1u\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Gif courtesy giphy.\" title=\"favourite-things\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tGif courtesy giphy.\n\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Details sharing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Give each member one minute to talk about something they own and cherish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can introduce additional game elements, such as limiting it to things that the member can grab and show without leaving their seat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sharing of intimate details encourages team bonding.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHouse tour\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Details sharing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Each team member makes a short video of their home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Or, each week, one member gives a virtual tour of their home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider it your company version of House Hunters or MTV Cribs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Could open up team members to one another.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reveal shared tastes and interests.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>May inspire people to work together even better.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tDeserted island\/Castaways\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/10\/deserted-island-castaways.jpg\" alt=\"deserted island castaways\" title=\"deserted-island-castaways\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tCan you survive The Deserted Island?\n\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Off day activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Collaborative competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Split larger groups into smaller teams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Storyline is they have been cast away on a deserted island.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are various objects &#8211; say ten &#8211; on the island. You list out these objects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From these objects, the teams can pick four.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teams can compete on who can survive the longest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can introduce additional competitive elements, such as:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>teams can compete for each object.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>there is a deadline, such as a ship arrives in 10 days, but they have to survive that long, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Encourages critical thinking and teamwork.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Could lead to natural leaders emerging among teams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tTell me a story\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Collaborative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You start a storyline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Member by member, the team has to build on it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can ask each team member to contribute not more than 2-3 lines, and keep the final line unfinished.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can go on till a satisfactory climax is reached.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Intensely collaborative.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can build team-wide communication.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tWhiskey tango foxtrot? (not the movie)\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/10\/nato-phonetic-alphabet.png\" alt=\"nato phonetic alphabet\" title=\"nato-phonetic-alphabet\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tThe NATO Phonetic Alphabet. Image courtesy pinterest.com\/timbyrnedesign\/.\n\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Semi-competitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ask team members to learn the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nato.int\/cps\/en\/natohq\/news_150391.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NATO Phonetic Alphabet<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then ask them to read a message using the phonetic alphabet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Builds capacity and interest in learning new skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tWhat&#8217;s in your bucket?\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Details sharing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Every week, a team member can share their bucket list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other team members can pitch in with suggestions as to how the list may be acted on or improved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Team bonding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaboration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tFix it!\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Problem solving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You devise a problem relevant to the team&#8217;s work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask the team to engineer a solution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For example, if your team develops phone apps, you could divide them up into teams, and ask them to plan a test and trace app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Logical thinking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Planning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaboration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increases their proficiency in their respective skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tASAP &#8211; Answer Sensibly And Promptly\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Problem solving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose a &#8216;lateral thinking&#8217; question. Here are <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.udemy.com\/lateral-thinking-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">seven questions<\/a> to get you going!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask everyone to type in their answer within 30 seconds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compare notes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Builds capacity for thinking on their feet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages lateral thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tIn a newsminute\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/10\/in-a-news-minute.jpg\" alt=\"in a news minute\" title=\"in-a-news-minute\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tWhat&#8217;s your take?\n\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Off day meetup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Opinion forming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Share a piece of important news.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give everyone 2 minutes to read and absorb it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then ask everyone to write what they think within 1 minute.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Encourages quick, critical thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tPlease note\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You need to avoid flashpoint topics that could trigger arguments within team members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tVirtual happy hour\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Off day meetup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Creative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set a theme. Say, Sex and the City. The more specific the better.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inform participants in advance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assign each participant a character, and ask them to prepare a drink inspired by that character.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give them some time to prepare their cocktails.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And then discuss what they prepared, and how it relates to their character, while sipping your brews.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This is an equal-opportunity game. Teetotallers can participate. The brew doesn\u2019t HAVE to be alcoholic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Concocting a brew to relate to a character stimulates creative thinking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tRelay the vacay\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/10\/virtual-team-building-relay-the-vacay.jpg\" alt=\"virtual team building relay the vacay\" title=\"virtual-team-building-relay-the-vacay\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Off-day meetup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Divide the group up into pairs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One person describes their dream vacation to the other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then the listener has to recount their partner&#8217;s dream vacation in as much detail as possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Helps build focus among team members.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps team members bond over shared tastes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tNever have I ever &#8211; SFW edition\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/PhYlsixn2yqWHNAmTj\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Keep it SFW! Gif courtesy giphy.\" title=\"never-have-i-ever-sfw\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tKeep it SFW! Gif courtesy giphy.\n\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It rests on your shoulders to keep it from becoming NSFW.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Detail sharing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make a list of five Never Have I Ever questions, keeping them Safe For Work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask each person those topics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For every activity they have done, they lose a point&#8230;which they can represent by folding a finger, starting with an open palm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The people who have the most fingers open at the end of the game get a half hour off work!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sharing of quirky personal details among team members builds bonds between them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It\u2019s a fun thing to do between work &#8211; a quick pick-me-up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tThe Typing Olympics\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/ule4vhcY1xEKQ\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Whose team are you on? Gif courtesy giphy.\" title=\"virtual-team-typing-competition\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tWhose team are you on? Gif courtesy giphy.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create multi-paragraph text for the game.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Divide the group into teams of two or three.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Every person in the team needs to type in, say 3 paragraphs, after which the next team member takes over.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rank teams based on accuracy and speed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A friendly competition is always good for team morale.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It helps build team spirit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Builds lines of encouraging communication, as each team will cheer on the member who\u2019s typing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tWebsite crawl\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Off day meetup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make a list of quirky and offbeat websites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The team visits every website and discusses it amongst themselves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Every 10-20 minutes, move on to a new website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Team bonding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Think of it as the website version of a pub crawl.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tMeeting roleplay\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Worktime activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Acting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create a list of roles, for example scribe, photographer, cheerleader.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assign roles to team members.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They need to perform these roles during work. For example, the scribe takes running notes of whatever goes on, the photographer takes screenshots, and the cheerleader&#8230;what do you think they do?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It can keep the entire team engaged during intense work sessions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can give them something to talk about after work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tTake a shot!\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/10\/take-a-shot.jpg\" alt=\"take a shot\" title=\"take-a-shot\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Off day activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Drinking game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select something to watch &#8211; a film, videos on YouTube, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select a trigger. It could be anything from &#8217;80s reference&#8217; to a catchphrase, (like Angry Dad, from the YouTube channel Angry Dad, shouting \u2018Sharon\u2019)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Every time that happens&#8230;take a shot!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A fun activity that helps people come together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It\u2019ll take your mind off of COVID news shocks, if any.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHelp me build it\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Weekend activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Collaborative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose something that has to be built. It must be built from things available in your home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One person will do the building.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The rest will discuss, and guide him\/her on how to do it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large groups need to be split up into teams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Encourages creative thinking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The team will learn to work in a collaborative spirit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tTake out the trash\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Individual activity and group sharing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Team members take a snapshot of their desktop\/work folder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over the next 10 minutes, they select files they no longer need, and delete them, and empty the recycle bin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then everybody discusses what they trashed, why they were hanging on to it, and how they feel having cleaned out their desktop.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gives team members a chance to organize their computers and interact amongst themselves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tVirtual water cooler\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create a separate channel\/space for gossip. You can call it the #watercooler.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lock access to it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set the tone, by posting a funny video, or an offbeat fact, or a topic of gossip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open access, and allow group members to interact freely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If possible, allow members to create sub-channels for themselves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open communication fosters familiarity within the group.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>That motivates employees to work harder as part of the group, increasing productivity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tGame sesh\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Busting stress during work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you notice tension between team members, or a few people under severe stress, give them the second half of the work day off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And arrange for them to play an online game together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You should remain involved to encourage involvement from all the players.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It\u2019s a very effective instant stress buster.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tPlease note\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For this to work, the workers need to experience the feeling of actually getting time off of work, and taking part in a thrilling activity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>So, you can\u2019t make this happen on an off-day. It works best if you give them time off work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/enterthemission.com\/sydney\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hosted online escape games<\/a><\/strong> are very effective at creating a thrilling experience and encouraging players to work together.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tThe aliens have landed\n\t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/ZdZhHJ1s1swYqwbUce\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Gif courtesy giphy.\" title=\"aliens-have-landed\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tGif courtesy giphy.\n\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Suitable for:<\/i><\/b> Midwork activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Category:<\/i><\/b> Creative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tHow it works\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The aliens have landed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They don&#8217;t know your language.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They do, however, understand symbols.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Every worker must draw 5 things to explain to the aliens what your firm is all about.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t\tBenefits\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Teaches people how to express themselves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Will help in planning presentations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/lTYQLDXsTLTIf0occG\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Gif courtesy giphy.\" title=\"virtual-team-building-activities-end\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t\tGif courtesy giphy.\n\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And those are the top 27 virtual team building activities to motivate your remote workers, help them focus on work, and encourage them to take up new skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which one did you like the best?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which are you thinking of using at your firm?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us know in a comment below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alpha Tango 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