Shared Values – Team Building Activity

Purpose:

Deepen understanding of team members’ core values and what motivates them, fostering trust and alignment within the group.

Gather your team in a comfortable setting free from distractions and interruptions.
One person at a time shares a core value or belief that guides their work and personal life.
When one person is sharing, everyone else listens without interrupting or commenting.
To ensure everyone has a chance to speak, keep each participant’s sharing brief—around 1-2 minutes per person.
After each person shares, move to the next person until everyone has had an opportunity to share once.
After everyone has shared, ask the whole group: “What is the meaning of this activity?” Allow anyone who wants to share to do so briefly.

Builds empathy by encouraging team members to see the world through each other’s perspectives.
Creates a sense of connection and shared purpose based on personal values.
Strengthens trust and openness within the team, laying the groundwork for deeper collaboration.
Promotes active listening skills and respect for diverse beliefs.