Compare the Differences
Other Teambuilding
Classroom
- Lecture-based
- Powerpoint presentations
- Frequent interruptions
- Inactive and inert
Irrelevant
- Little educational content
- Glorified “pep rallies”
- Little significant change afterwards
- Off-the-shelf and generic
Inconvenient
- Frequently lengthy drives to a
countryside retreat center
Over-physical
- Require climbing, running, lifting
- Reward athleticism
- Potentially humiliating
- Emphasis on competition and winners
Dr. Clue Treasure Hunts
Outdoors
- Stimulating real-world locations
- Experiential (minimal lecturing)
- No phone or email distractions
- Active and invigorating
Relevant
- Emphasis on business issues
- Combination of fun and solid learning
- Focus on behavioral change
- Customized to your issues
Convenient
- Nearby urban settings
- Usually within 5 miles of your meeting
Low-impact
- Entirely on foot or car
- No particular athleticism required
- Safe (physically and emotionally)
- Emphasis on collaboration & partnering
