How can motivational speakers handle unexpected problems during team building?

Before even this, though, your culture is apparent-- so can you laugh when mistakes occur in speaking? can you be transparent when tech fails? can you easily shift without a fancy lighting set? These are the markers of a class act in speaking and will put your audience at ease when you are just... human.

En cualquier circunstancia en que deba requerirse motivación, el orador debe ser un especialista. Esto se logra con conocimiento y experiencia, la experiencia permitirá el manejo adecuado de objeciones y problemas emergentes. Luego, debe fusionarse adecuadamente ambos aspectos.

The presenter must maintain flexibility and adapt to any unforeseen circumstances that may arise during a presentation. This adaptability serves a multitude of purposes, including allowing for strategic pauses to gather one's thoughts and transform unexpected challenges into positive opportunities. By navigating obstacles with grace and leveraging them to showcase resilience and a motivational spirit, the presenter can significantly strengthen their impact on the audience.

Es importante tener las cosas claras en tu mente. Si solo lees un guion, no interactúas. Si interactúas, motivas y si motivas, generas confianza. Si generas confianza, es cuando el equipo se abre y surgen los problemas inesperados. Ninguno tenemos respuestas para todo, pero sí que se puede construir una buena respuesta, aprovechar una acción improvisada para aprender e incluso generar una buena idea, si tienes las cosas claras en tu mente.

I have never been motivational speaker - but attended many such events. There is much to learn from the speaker and subject presented - and in particular from the audience and their reaction or lack of it. In so many cases HR plants people to steer event in the right direction and obstruct any disruption. This is called preparedness ;-)

I love what the author of this article is saying. I would add another idea based on your comfort of leading and facilitating groups and whether the room/participants are willing to go there: call out the issue and name the interpersonal dynamics without calling anyone out. I'm not talking about tech issues, but conflict or lack of participation. Naming it in the "here and now" as possibly something that happens in the "there and then" can really open up the sapce for transformation. And, this is not an easy thing to do and takes very high rapport with the audience and skill to lead them into creating a different outcome.

La adaptación y diagnóstico de la circunstancia a enfrentar está dada por sólida experiencia y dominio del tópico (o tópicos) core de la situación.

When unforeseen problems crash the team-building party, adaptability becomes our superhero cape. It's not about sticking rigidly to the script but gracefully pirouetting through challenges. Adapt to the situation like a chameleon changing colors. By being flexible and adjusting our approach, we turn unexpected hiccups into opportunities for creativity and resilience. Thanks for your time, Mannu Yadav

La adaptación es clave porque, ?sabes qué? ... no existen recetas perfectas que funciona a todo el mundo. No es lo mismo tener una sesión con un equipo con perfil comercial que una con un equipo con perfil técnico ... no, no es lo mismo. Y dentro de uno de ellos puede haber variaciones: por ejemplo, si el equipo es de carácter comercial, no es lo mismo trabajar con personas con perfil senior y con 30 a?os en la empresa, que on perfiles junior que acaban de aterrizar. Adaptarse es, en muchas ocasiones, jugar con lo que tenemos, fluir hacia la solución y, a pesar de los retos, conseguir los objetivos.

Adaptación y ser flexible. Tomar las opiniones de todos, empatizar unos con otros y hacer que los objetivos propuestos sean satisfechos de la mejor manera posible.

Es clave para el éxito de una actividad que el speaker logre capturar la atención y emocionalidad de la audiencia, sin esto el riesgo de fallo es critico.

I have found it helpful to ask some questions of the audience that would not label or put them in an awkward position to respond. Get to know the audience and speak to what would relate to them and create a bit of dialog to keep them engaged. Make sure you roll back to make the key points that you want to get registered in a manner that the audience will accept.

Si la audiencia no participa, los resultados serán pobres. Ya lo decía Benjamín Franklin: "Dime y lo olvido, ensé?ame y lo recuerdo, involúcrame y lo aprendo". Si la ponencia es meramente expositiva, los resultados serán olvidados en breve (quizás en unas horas). Nunca nos olvidemos que estamos trabajando para PERSONAS y, mientras que seamos personas, la carga emocional derivada de la experimentación es la que, sin duda alguna, aumentará la tasa de recuerdo y aprendizaje.

Team building is a collaborative dance, even when unexpected problems steal the spotlight. It's not about a solo performance but turning the spotlight onto the audience. Involve them in problem-solving—their insights can be like gold nuggets in the sand. It's like turning team building into a group improv session. By making our audience part of the solution, we not only address the problem but strengthen the team's unity. Thanks for your time, Mannu Yadav

Involving the audience during unexpected problems is a powerful strategy. For example, during a team-building session, if a planned activity faces technical issues, turn to the team for creative solutions. This not only fosters collaboration but also showcases adaptability and teamwork—key elements of a successful team-building event.

Unexpected problems are like surprise quizzes in the school of team building. It's not about acing every test but extracting valuable lessons. What caused the hiccup? How was it resolved? Learning from the problem is like turning stumbling blocks into stepping stones. By understanding the root cause and the solution, we enrich our own expertise and contribute to the collective wisdom of the team. Thanks for your time, Mannu Yadav

Aprender y aprender del problema para que no vuelva a pasar. Desaprender es también importante, tener identificados los puntos de mejora para seguir en la línea del crecimiento y evolución como equipo dentro de una organización grande, mediana o peque?a.

Once the storm has passed, proactive measures are our team-building insurance policy. It's not about waiting for the next problem but putting safeguards in place. Anticipate potential pitfalls and establish preventive strategies. It's like weatherproofing the team-building event. By taking precautions, we ensure a smoother ride even in the face of unexpected challenges. Thanks for your time, Mannu Yadav

El sentido del humor es importante a la hora de resolver problemas y descargar tensiones para un equipo flexible que se adapta y resuelve en momentos tensos

I want to underline all that is written here: as a leader, the way you handle a problem can be real modelling for your participants on handling problems in their workdays. I have handled things with grace that got me tons of kudos and appreciation, and I've also handled things with impatience, allowing it to get me ungrounded. Problems are inevitable, and grace brings about so much good will.

I want to second Jillian's perspective. What if every "problem" is reframed as a teaching and modeling opportunity? What if we come from a place of curiosity rather than judgement?

When unexpected problems crash the party, our response sets the tone for the entire team. It's not about panicking but handling issues with the finesse of a tightrope walker. Maintain composure, stay positive, and radiate confidence. Handling problems with grace is like being the calming anchor in a storm. By exuding resilience and optimism, we inspire the team to navigate challenges with a steady hand. Thanks for your time, Mannu Yadav

I think it’s important to not take the situation personally -you may not understand but you can always view it as an opportunity rather than a problem. This perspective will help you maintain composure and professionalism.

El problema no es haya problemas, el problema es no saber encontrar soluciones. Y para encontrar soluciones la actitud y mentalidad es más que importante. Si entiendes que, ante cualquier imprevisto, tienes la oportunidad de encontrar un aprendizaje o puedes capitalizarlo para lanzar un mensaje a la audiencia, ahí tendrás la clave. La semana pasada, en pleno evento, empieza a fallar el micrófono que me habían puesto: enseguida salió el técnico de sonido y aproveché para agradecer el trabajo que se estas personas hacen "en la sombra" además de regalarles una ovación de toda la audiencia. ?Y por qué no?: seamos naturales y no tengamos miedo a los desafíos: temamos el no tener la actitud para no querer encontrar las soluciones.

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Es obvio que hay que estar preparado para que falle el micro, la presentación y se vaya la luz. Por mucho que trates de controlar todos los detalles (lleves tu propio portátil, tu pasador de diapositivas, un pendrive con la presentación…) al final, hay factores que no puedes controlar. Cuando eso ocurre lo mejor es adaptarse y que fluya el caos!

Como nos ense?aron en la escuela de Confernciantes de Helpers Speakers, a veces hay que soltar un "que fluya el caos" y adaptarse porque...por mucho que quieras controlar la situación siempre habrá algo que escape de tu competencia.

Beyond the basics, consider factors like team dynamics, communication channels, and post-event debriefing. Team building is an ongoing journey, not a one-time event. Understand the team's dynamics, keep communication channels open, and conduct a post-event debrief to gather feedback. Like a well-tuned engine, constant evaluation and adjustment keep the team-building machine running smoothly. Thanks for your time, Mannu Yadav

Motivational speakers navigating unexpected team-building issues excel by prioritizing adaptability. Swift, thoughtful adjustments, coupled with open communication and a positive demeanor, are key. Transparently communicate changes, encouraging collaborative problem-solving. Stay composed under pressure, using setbacks as learning opportunities to foster resilience. Flexibility in adjusting goals ensures the essence of team-building prevails. This dynamic approach transforms challenges into valuable opportunities for growth and connection, leaving a lasting impact on the team.