…And Why You Need Both

Before you decide on what you prefer, let’s explore what each is about. Team building mainly involves activities meant to build a stronger team bond while team recreation mainly involves activities meant to create excitement and cheer. Team recreation is important for many reasons

1. Laughter

Team recreation is known for bringing out the lighter side of individuals. You may be pleased to learn that one of the so called introverts in your office has a great sense of humor.

2. Reduce Stress

Too much work can lead to burn out if stress is not well managed. Team recreation is an effective way to tone down and unwind.

3. Enhance Relationships

As people interact and have fun, relationships are formed and strengthened. This is very key for any organization to become a great workplace.

On the other hand, team building brings along its own set of benefits including

Interdependence

Michael once said that talent wins games but teamwork wins championships. Team building enables you to build synergies within the team for the highest achievements.

Commitment

Team building is useful for building the much needed commitment muscle of your team.

Clarity Of Purpose

The purpose of the team is usually clarified during team building events. Each team member is able to see how they fit in the big picture.

Improved Communication

As a team participates in team building activities, their understanding of each other in terms of personalities and character improves. This in turn makes communication get better on the whole.