Hammeroid

Overview: Hammeroid is an excellent activity for an opener. We use this activity most often in our workshops on conflict resolution. Each hammeroid element (hammer, string, ruler, table) is described as a personality type, each corresponding to a work style preference from the D.i.S.C. assessment. Participants are tasked with bringing a team in conflict into harmony. The conflict is resolved when the the hammer, string and ruler are perfectly balanced. The catch is, only 1/4 inch of the ruler may touch the table and the hammer may not be on top of any of the other three "styles".

Business Application: The D.i.S.C. work-style preference measures four basic personality types: D (dominant), I (influencer), S (steadiness) and C (conscientiousness). Participants enjoy learning about their style and how they can work with other team members more effectively. The hammeroid is a real challenge and requires perseverance, innovating thinking and teamwork. Lively discussion always follows this activity.

Duration: 30 minutes

Find out how much it costs to add this indoor team
building game to your next conference.

Thanks to Karl Rohnke and Steve Butler for the Hammeroid initiative. You can find this team building activity and many more by checking out their excellent book QuickSilver.