In this game, various objects ranging from office supplies to dinnerware, jewelry, toys, and game pieces are placed at the center of a table. The goal is to select at least 20 different objects that, at first glance, appear to have no apparent connection.
Participants are divided into groups, each receiving a sheet of paper and a pen. They observe the objects and must classify them into four distinct groups, noting their classifications on the sheet. Groups work individually without sharing their classifications with others. At the end of the allotted time, a spokesperson from each group presents how they classified the objects and explains their reasoning. Criteria can vary, from the function of the object to its appearance or the material it is made of.
This game is particularly valuable in a team building context as it promotes collaboration and creative thinking. By challenging teams to find commonalities among seemingly disparate objects, it encourages rethinking how challenges and problems are approached. It also stimulates thinking outside the box by demonstrating how innovative solutions can emerge from initially unrelated situations. This process strengthens the team's ability to work together effectively and find innovative solutions to encountered challenges.
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