Case Studies
Blow The Blues Away - A Case Study for Large Scale Teamwork
Programme: Blow The Blues Away
Location: Beijing
Client: HP
Outcome: Teamwork, communication, motivation, creativity and innovation
As part of their HP Sales Kickoff 2011 conference in Beijing, information technology giants HP took part in a unique conference energiser known as Blow The Blues Away. This musical based teambuilding activity provided the high energy experience needed to transform a huge team of one hundred and fifty delegates by playing the harmonica.
The perception that music is a natural talent is challenges as the focus shifts to working as a team and learning from each other to make great music. We started the group with some simple breathing exercises to ensure they could work the harmonica easily and not get out of breath.
Delegates then progressed onto the basics of the harmonica and though relying on each other for support were able to work they way up to more challenging tasks.
By the end of a short burst of practice, the entire delegation culminated into a massive harmonica jamming session, creating vibrant energy, new insights and great teamwork.
Be warned that this activity literally blows away perceived limitations that can be overcome with good teamwork, communication and the belief that anything is impossible.
