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Team Timeline
A collaborative activity for teams to visualize their shared history and key milestones.
5+ Players
In-Person
Low Energy
How to Play
- 1Using a physical or digital whiteboard, draw a horizontal line to represent a timeline.
- 2Have team members add sticky notes for key events they remember: project launches, new hires, memorable moments, etc.
- 3This builds a sense of shared identity and helps new members understand the team's history.
Materials Needed
- Whiteboard
- Sticky notes
- Markers
Facilitator Guide
Opening Script:
"Draw a timeline. Add milestonesâlaunches, hires, pivots. New members, add your âjoinâ date and a first impression."
Closing Script:
"What patterns do we seeâsprints, plateaus, or breakthroughs? Note rituals we want to keep or start."
Why This Works
Visualizing shared history builds identity and context for newcomers. It surfaces wins and inflection points for reflection.
Best For
- Onboarding cohorts
- Project retrospectives
- Quarterly reviews
Important Notes
- Keep entries workâappropriate; avoid personal sensitive events
- Ensure newer members have space to add their view
- Photograph or export the board for later reference