How to turn key moments into a powerful and connecting story
As an organization you regularly stand up intersections. A move to a new office, the start of a new team, or the farewell of a colleague. These are key moments. Not an everyday occurrence, but those moments are decisive for how you live and work together as an organization. And yes, they require care and attention.
At Mossels from Brossels we are increasingly being asked to participate in such a change to think along or to guide. Because at such a moment, a lot is possible. People are open to change, but feelings, such as emotion, curiosity and uncertainty, also come into play. In short: this is the perfect moment to really connect.
Are you ready to tackle change sustainably?
🎯 Tip 1: Work with rituals
Every change is a transition. A space between where the old is not yet completely gone and the new still has to take shape. This is the moment to stand still, to feel, to share and to give direction. No powerpoints or targets, but real people and stories.
We use our for this Change in Motion model. Five building blocks to make change human and powerful:
- Surprise – Emphasize the positive. What is opening up now? What new perspectives are presenting themselves?
- Trust – People have questions. Acknowledge them. Make room for feelings, ensure psychological safety.
- Story of Change – Every change has stories. Unearth them, share them, connect through shared experiences.
- Leading by Example – Show leadership. Not from above, but from within. This is also the perfect opportunity for employer branding.
- Anchoring – Think about tomorrow. What do we really want to anchor for the future?
🎲 Tip 2: Make it fun and engaging
Change doesn't have to be hard. On the contrary: humor is one of the strongest binding agents.
For example, we built a real one for a customer in the pharmaceutical sector escape game tailored to their new office. Think: Cluedo meets team assignment. We got to work on the question: “Who broke the rules?”
Spoiler: it was a fictional incident in a meeting room called “Nafi Thiam” or “Lotte Kopecky” 😉.
Result? Lots of laughter, people got to know the new space and each other in a playful way, and the office policy got an immediate boost.
🪑 Tip 3: Building your environment together
A new office? Great. But don't go en masse to Ikea (sorry Ingvar). Build together at your place.
We bring wood waste, tools and inspiration. You make furniture or a new arrangement for your garden or terrace. Creative, circular and connecting.
Because there's nothing as powerful as creating something together that lasts.
🎨 Tip 4: Shape your vision… literally!
A vision is not a document. It is something you experiences. And what if you took that literally?
Together you work on the team foundations. But instead of writing, you create a work of art. Think: a large team mural in which your values, dreams and stories come to life visually. Painting together, laughing, talking, creating. Extra bonus? Your work of art will remain hanging for years as living proof of what you stand for.
💡 More inspiration?
Change doesn't have to be cold or distant. You can also approach it warmly, caringly and connectingly. Curious how? Then definitely read more about our workshop:
Want to turn your key moment into a connecting milestone?
Let's see together how we can make change happen doing with your team.
