{"id":20032,"date":"2021-09-13T18:33:45","date_gmt":"2021-09-14T01:33:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foundersnetwork.com\/?p=20032"},"modified":"2021-09-15T20:27:24","modified_gmt":"2021-09-16T03:27:24","slug":"disengage-from-the-grind-to-build-teams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foundersnetwork.com\/disengage-from-the-grind-to-build-teams\/","title":{"rendered":"Disengage from the Grind to Build Teams"},"content":{"rendered":"

Startup teams are used to bonding over deadlines and the constant pressure to deliver but <\/span>Tyler Welch<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>founder and CEO of <\/span>Tyler\u2019s Mystery Tours<\/span><\/a>, offers a different approach to team building. Instead of connecting in work mode, he suggests that teams detach from their usual environment and embrace the unknown.<\/span><\/h3>\n

\u201cI think it’s important for teams to disengage from the grind, to compete and create together in a totally immersive way that has nothing to do with their usual schedule. It ends up leading to being more productive at work,\u201d he says.<\/span><\/p>\n

Welch will be bringing some of his most innovative team-building activities to <\/span>fnSummit<\/span><\/a>, where he\u2019ll also be sharing his thoughts on how to <\/span>encourage creativity<\/span><\/a> and build community among founders and staff.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cI think it's important for teams to disengage from the grind, to compete and create together in a totally immersive way that has nothing to do with their usual schedule.\u201d - @tysmysterytours <\/a><\/span>Share on X<\/a><\/span>\n

Stepping into the unknown<\/b><\/p>\n

Welch found his calling organically. Although trained as an aerospace engineer, he has always had a knack for planning activities. \u201cMy friends joke that I must be a \u2018herding breed.\u2019 When I\u2019m traveling in a foreign country and I see people that seem a little lost, I\u2019ll just say: \u201cLet\u2019s do something!.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To celebrate turning 30, he threw his first \u201cmystery tour,\u201d in which people came together to participate in group activities without knowing what was planned. It was such a success that he decided to bring the concept to companies and organizations, a venture that has proved highly successful.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The sense of stepping into the unknown is a crucial aspect of his events. \u201cThe mystery part makes everyone more open minded. They go on this adventure together and they achieve things, and it brings a different sense of bonding,\u201d says Welch.<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cPeople just enter this shared space. It\u2019s kind of like meditation in that the mind fully focuses on something different. Suddenly, they\u2019re competing and interacting in new ways.\u201d - @tysmysterytours <\/a><\/span>Share on X<\/a><\/span>\n

What to expect at fnSummit: Building forts and old-school lawn games<\/b><\/p>\n

Some of Welch\u2019s clients ask for a competitive activity, while others want to work on collaborating on a project or just relaxing together. At the upcoming fnSummit, he’ll be offering some great options, including one his most popular activities \u2013 <\/span>fort battles<\/span><\/a>. This competitive game involves teams constructing large forts out of cardboard boxes that fit together like Lego and then mounting an offense and defense to protect their forts, all while playing dodgeball.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s a very strategic game and quite a good workout too. I\u2019m just always amazed at how it brings out this youthful, fun spirit in everyone of any age or background,\u201d says Welch.<\/span><\/p>\n

For those who prefer a more creative vibe, Tyler\u2019s Tours also offers a much-loved mini-golf-design activity. Teams are given \u201ca crazy number of supplies,\u201d and are asked to design and build the mini golf hole of their dreams, after which the entire group plays the whole course.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018It\u2019s insane to see the level of creativity that comes out. I thought at one point I\u2019d seen it all, but every time we do this activity with a group, people surprise me with new designs. Going through the whole creative cycle, from start to finish, really bonds people,\u201d he says, adding that he\u2019ll also offer a variety of lawn games and activities at fnSummit, aimed at those who prefer to dabble in group interactions.<\/span>The lawn games are good old-school casual fun that allow for social bonding and light competition<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cMost startups are used to doing happy hours, bowling or ping pong in the city. But mystery tours bring excitement. CEOs ask me: When are you coming back? That\u2019s what I hope to bring to fnSummit.\u201d - @tysmysterytours <\/a><\/span>Share on X<\/a><\/span>\n

Creating a shared space for innovation<\/b><\/p>\n

Whatever they choose to do, Welch is preparing the ground for people to let go of their everyday work mode, relax and <\/span>have fun<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cPeople just enter this shared space. It\u2019s kind of like meditation in that the mind fully focuses on something different. Suddenly, they’re competing and <\/span>interacting in new ways<\/span><\/a>,\u201d he explains.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cMost startups are used to doing happy hours, bowling or ping pong in the city. But mystery tours bring excitement. CEOs ask me: When are you coming back? That\u2019s what I hope to bring to fnSummit,\u201d he says.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

fnSummit<\/span><\/i><\/a>, taking place from October 13-15, 2021, is an annual event where <\/span><\/i>founders, investors and partners<\/span><\/i> come together to <\/span><\/i>explore the theme of growth. Located in a beautiful resort in California\u2019s Carmel Valley, the event will offer participants a chance to network, share ideas and enjoy a variety of recreational and team-building activities.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Startup teams are used to bonding over deadlines and the constant pressure to deliver but Tyler Welch, founder and CEO of Tyler\u2019s Mystery Tours, offers a different approach to team … <\/p>\n

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