Collaboration

Team Timeline

Team members visually map significant life and career moments together. This activity builds connection and shared understanding through fun interaction and storytelling. Expect a lively, engaging atmosphere.

Duration

20 mins

Group Size

6-15

Objectives

• Learn about team backgrounds • Identify shared experiences • Appreciate diverse life paths • Create historical context

Outcomes

Teams gain deeper insight into each other's backgrounds. Participants recognize shared experiences and value diverse perspectives. Expect increased engagement and concrete examples of shared values.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Introduction (1 min): Explain the activity: creating a shared timeline of major life/career events. Each person adds 3-5 events with brief descriptions.

Individual Work (6 min): Participants prepare their contributions.

Sharing Round (10 min): Each person shares their timeline with the group.

Wrap-up (4 min): Reflect on common themes and insights. Acknowledge that some participants may be more comfortable sharing than others.

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Facilitator Tips

Share your own personal and professional milestones to model vulnerability. Highlight interesting connections between participants. Connect the shared experiences to current team dynamics.

Variations

Project timeline:

Adapt the activity to focus on project milestones instead of personal history. This can provide a different, work-focused perspective. Modify the instructions to reflect project-related events.

Pre-Work

For Facilitators

Review participant profiles and expectations
Prepare all materials and supplies
Test technology and room setup

For Participants

Complete pre-session survey
Review background materials
Prepare examples or case studies

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Materials Required

Sticky notes (multiple colors recommended; physical or digital like Miro/Mural)

Video conferencing platform with breakout rooms (for remote sessions)

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Resources & Templates

Facilitator Guide (PDF)
Participant Workbook Template
Presentation Slides
Printable Materials

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Team Timeline

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