Inside a Team-Building Workshop That Fosters Connection and Clarity
Team retreats and professional development sessions often rely on slideshows, sticky notes, and goal-setting templates. But at today’s Cut Loose Collage Workshop with the Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts, something different happened. Employees unplugged, tapped into their intuition, and explored personal and professional goals—all with scissors and glue.
Here’s how this creative session brought vision boarding into the workplace—and why more companies should take note.
Vision Boarding as a Corporate Wellness Tool
Stress, burnout, and lack of alignment are common challenges across teams. Vision boarding offers a hands-on, low-pressure way to reset. Participants use found images and words to create visual representations of what they want to see more or less of in their lives.
What makes collage vision boarding so effective?
- No artistic skill needed – Everyone can jump in.
- Visual, tactile, and tech-free – A welcome break from screens.
- Goal-focused without pressure – Clarity without overthinking.
- Builds connection – Helps teammates learn more about each other in a relaxed, creative setting.
Inside the Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts’ Vision Board Workshop
On May 6, the Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts hosted a Cut Loose Collage Workshop focused on creative reflection and team well-being.
Rather than structured prompts or heavy goal-setting exercises, participants were encouraged to let the images and words guide them. With curated materials and a relaxed atmosphere, they created vision boards that reflected what they were feeling in the moment—what they wanted to change, grow, or manifest in both their personal and professional lives.
Key Themes from the Session:
- “I’m more creative than I thought.” – A reminder of the power of play and self-expression.
- “I mean business.” – A clear declaration of confidence and readiness to move forward.
- “This helped me get clear with my goals.” – The process provided clarity and direction without pressure.
- “I’ve been through a lot—and I’m coming out of it stronger and wiser.” – Personal growth and resilience emerged as powerful undercurrents.
The final share-out revealed a team that not only shares a strong sense of purpose, but also discovered new layers of connection. For a hybrid team, this creative space offered a rare chance to slow down, learn more about one another, and build trust beyond day-to-day tasks. What started as a simple art activity became a meaningful way to strengthen relationships and foster a more connected team culture.
Bring Vision Boarding to Your Team
Cut Loose Collage Workshops are designed to help teams reflect, reset, and realign. Whether you’re a public health nonprofit or a fast-paced startup, collage vision boarding is a powerful addition to your wellness programming.
Want to boost creativity, reduce burnout, and build team connection?
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