1The Challenge
What was the challenge?
GAP Inc. brought together their team in India with a clear mandate: strengthen team cohesion, break down silos, and build the kind of trust that translates into real performance. GAP India organized a virtual engagement program to bring together its team and celebrate Diwali. The objective was to promote socialization and celebrate the team's success and the festival of lights. The program included a special activity called Virtual Raise a Toast, organized by the Thought Bulb team.
2Our Solution
What solution did we design?
The Thought Bulb team proposed a piquant activity of Virtual Raise a Toast for the GAP team. This activity aimed to celebrate the team's success and Diwali, while also fostering socialization among team members.
3How We Did It
How was the programme delivered?
- The program began with icebreakers to set the energetic tone for the upcoming activities. The main activity, Raise a Virtual Toast, featured a professional mixologist who joined the virtual session. The mixologist guided the participants in creating amazing drinks using ingredients readily available at home. This interactive session allowed team members to engage in a fun and creative activity while celebrating Diwali and the team's achievements.
- The session concluded with a toast to acknowledge the team's efforts during these unprecedented times and to commemorate the festival of lights, Diwali.
4Key Outcomes
What were the results?
The GAP Inc. virtual engagement program successfully achieved the following:
- Teamwork: The Virtual Raise a Toast activity encouraged teamwork and collaboration among team members. By participating in a shared experience, the team fostered a sense of unity and strengthened their bonds.
- Togetherness: Despite being physically separated, the virtual program helped the team feel connected and brought them together. The activity provided an opportunity for team members to interact and socialize, promoting a sense of togetherness.
- Appreciation of Good Times: The program aimed to celebrate the team's success and the festival of Diwali. By raising a virtual toast, the team expressed appreciation for their collective efforts and the positive moments they experienced."
The team completed the programme with an overall satisfaction score of 9.2/10. Facilitation quality was independently rated 9.4/10. GAP Inc. reported a visible and sustained improvement in cross-team communication in the weeks following the programme — and subsequently engaged The Thought Bulb for a follow-up session.
