A balanced half-day workshop with three built-in energizers – after each intensive work phase and after the lunch break. Just customize and go.
Present the agenda, clarify goals, gather expectations.
First intensive work phase – input and exercise.
Introduce the core topic and lay the groundwork.
Participants work on the topic in small groups.
Groups present their results in plenary.
Everyone stands up. Shake right hand 8x, left hand 8x, right foot 8x, left foot 8x – then repeat everything with 4x, 2x, 1x. Wakes the body up after intense mental work.
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Second work phase – deep dive and discussion.
Work through a concrete example or case study.
What are our key takeaways? What surprised us? Clarify open questions.
Participants apply what they have learned directly.
Lunch and free time.
Everyone plays Rock-Paper-Scissors. The loser becomes the winner's fan and cheers them on. Perfect after lunch – lots of movement, lots of laughter.
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Third work phase – develop and consolidate results.
Core afternoon task – make results concrete.
Present results, gather feedback.
Everyone gives the person to their right a genuine compliment – related to the collaboration or a contribution in the workshop. Perfect before the close: positive energy, appreciation.
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Summarize results, define next steps, gather feedback.