Shout-Out Sprint
Objective: Drive rapid recognition, build appreciation habits, and create a high-energy start to the day by encouraging quick, specific shout-outs among team members. How to Play: Set a timer for 2 minutes. During that time, team members call out as many positive shout-outs as possible to coworkers. Each shout-out should be short, specific, and focused […]
Would You Rather Game
Objective: Create energy, engagement, and quick participation by having team members make fast choices between two fun options. The goal is to get everyone involved right away and spark light conversation. How to Play: The leader reads a series of “Would You Rather” questions out loud. Each question gives two choices. Team members physically show […]
Positivity Pass Relay
Objective: Build momentum, energy, and teamwork by passing a “positivity item” while sharing wins and appreciation.How to Play: Team members stand in a circle or line. A small object is chosen to represent the “pass” (examples: a smiley face ball, stress ball, plush toy, sticky note, or any lightweight item). The facilitator begins the activity […]
Aisle Walk Challenge
The Going on an Aisle Walk Challenge is a fun and engaging way to encourage branch visibility, relationship building, and team interaction throughout the store. This challenge motivates employees to complete intentional aisle walks while creating positive experiences with shoppers, store employees, and the retail community. To support participation, branches can display the Aisle Walk […]
Word of the Month Challenge
Each month, the branch selects a motivational or service focused word such as “Impact,” “Growth,” “Teamwork,” “Kindness,” or “Connection.” Team members are encouraged to demonstrate the word through their daily interactions with coworkers and members. Throughout the month: • Weekly discussion questions are shared during huddles or team meetings • Employees can recognize coworkers who […]
Jeopardy Style Learning Board
Financial Institution: Service Credit Union This branch created a Jeopardy style learning board to make daily training, knowledge sharing, and team development more engaging and interactive. The goal is to turn everyday learning into a fun, low pressure activity that strengthens understanding of products, procedures, and member experience expectations while building team confidence. Each day, […]
Draw Your Teammate Challenge
Financial Institution: Service Credit Union This fun morning huddle activity is designed to encourage laughter, creativity, and stronger team relationships while helping employees learn more about one another in a relaxed environment. For the activity, each employee randomly selects the name of a teammate and has a few minutes to create a quick drawing of […]
Morning Activity Sticks
Financial Institution: Service Credit Union This branch created a simple but highly engaging morning activity to help newer employees build relationships, strengthen communication, and create a positive team environment. With several team members having less than a year of experience, leadership wanted a fun and interactive way for employees to get to know one another […]
Superhero Huddles
Financial Institution: Service Credit Union Morning huddles do not always have to focus only on goals, operational updates, and daily priorities. Some organizations are transforming routine huddles into engaging team building experiences that encourage imagination, storytelling, connection, and creativity. One creative example invited employees to create completely original superheroes from scratch. Team members designed unique […]
End of Week Spoons Challenge
Financial Institution: Tucson Federal Credit Union Every Friday, the branch team holds a meeting to review updates, discuss priorities, and align goals for the day. To close the meeting, the team plays a fast paced and high energy game of Spoons. How the game works Prize: The winner receives the reward of leaving a little […]