Team-building in Brussels with a twist

We work for very diverse sectors: from non-profit and associations to profit organisations such as engineering firms, agencies, banks, insurance and pharma.

What strikes us again and again?
At about 80% of the cases the challenges are surprisingly similar, regardless of the sector.

Teams struggle with questions such as:

• How do we take good care of ourselves and each other?

• How do we strengthen connection and trust?

• How do we reconcile different objectives and interests?

• How do we communicate more clearly and honestly with each other?

• And how do we get out of our heads from time to time so that feelings and experience are also allowed to speak?

That human layer transcends sectors. That is where our basic approach lies.

At the same time, we are very aware of the sensitivities by sector. Context, language, pace, regulations and culture differ. Therefore, where necessary, we work together with sector experts and tailor our methodologies to the reality and demand of the organisation.

Briefly:
👉 the core is universal, the translation is bespoke.

At first glance, this seems strange - volunteering is free, right? But behind such a day is more than just good will.
Many socially engaged organisations rely heavily on grants and government support. When that support diminishes, they have to look for other means to keep their operations running.

A paid team building helps them to:

• continue to ensure their operation and social impact,

• compensate coordinators and supervisors of volunteers fairly,

• and sometimes give the volunteers themselves a small contribution.

Many of these organisations are carried by passionate people with big hearts, but without a commercial reflex. They are strong at what they do, but not always at finding companies or teams willing to cooperate.
That is where we help with Mussels from Brossels: we bring organisations and teams together so that both parties come out stronger - the organisation gets support and visibility, the team gets connection, meaning and new perspectives.

Moreover, such a day is often linked to companies' Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policies. Many organisations give their employees one day a year to commit to a good cause. By doing so in a structured way - with guidance, materials and impact - you not only contribute to charity, but also invest in the connection within your team.

In short, you don't pay to volunteer, but to contribute sustainably to an organisation that makes a difference - with impact, respect and reciprocity.

Team building is useful if it is not a stopgap measure, but part of a bigger story. Because if after a team building you don't change anything about how you work together, communicate or make decisions, the energy quickly ebbs away. Unfortunately, we see it all too often in teams.

A team building is the Samson sausage. Your team culture is the bread.

When I used to go to the Spar with my mother, she would always choose good, wholesome bread. I went along for the shell of Samson sausage. That little extra made the visit special.
But imagine: what if the bread was mouldy? Would that sliver of sausage still taste good then?

This metaphor also applies to teams. The bread represents the basics: trust, communication, commitment and responsibility.
If the bread is good, the Samson sausage completes it. But if the basics are rotten, a nice day only masks what is really going on.
A team building really works only when it builds on a healthy team dynamic.

The question of one million.
Fortunately: it doesn't cost that much.

The price of a team building or team workshop depends on several factors:

• Number of participants - a small team or an entire department?

• Location - at your office, in the green or in Brussels?

• Number of supervisors - one coach or a full creative crew?

• Type of activity - a one-off incentive, a track or a series of interviewees?

• Impact - is it about a fun day of connection or a profound change process?

We always work on a bespoke basis, as every team is different.
So take a look between our teambuilding offer or workshops. There might already be something in between that suits you perfectly. You can request a customised quote there by passing on your wishes.

Would you rather get an idea of prices right away?
You can easily request the rates in your mailbox. We provide you with some guide prices from previous sessions within your theme, so you can get a more concrete idea of the investment.