A typical Belbin session lasts around 1-2 hours, but it can be customized depending on your team’s needs and the depth of discussion required.
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The Belbin Team Roles psychometric is a popular tool used by companies worldwide to help teams understand their dynamics, improve communication, and leverage their individual strengths.
The Belbin Team Roles focuses on identifying nine key team roles based on the psychological theories of Dr. Meredith Belbin. These roles are categorised into action-oriented, people-oriented, and thought-oriented types, allowing teams to understand where each individual fits and how they can collaborate more effectively.
Resource Investigator – The outgoing and exploratory thinker
Implementer – The practical organiser
Plant – The creative problem-solver
Monitor Evaluator – The logical analyser
Coordinator – The team organiser
Completer Finisher – The detail-focused perfectionist
Shaper – The dynamic and challenging motivator
Teamworker – The supportive team player
Specialist – The expert in specific areas
The Belbin Team Roles focuses on identifying nine key team roles based on the psychological theories of Dr. Meredith Belbin. These roles are categorised into action-oriented, people-oriented, and thought-oriented types, allowing teams to understand where each individual fits and how they can collaborate more effectively.
A typical Belbin session with Zing Events is interactive and engaging. Participants will first complete an online assessment, which will provide a detailed report of their role within a team. Following the report, teams engage in practical exercises that reinforce their understanding of their roles and how to apply them in real-world scenarios.
On the day, guests can expect an interactive, hands-on experience that goes far beyond ticking boxes on a questionnaire. Each participant will first complete their online assessment, producing a clear breakdown of their dominant Belbin Team Roles. From there, the session moves into dynamic exercises where teams are set practical challenges that mirror workplace scenarios. This allows individuals to naturally take on roles that suit their strengths—whether that’s problem-solving as a Plant, coordinating tasks as a Coordinator, or ensuring quality as a Completer Finisher.
As the day progresses, teams explore all nine roles, observing how different personalities approach tasks, communicate ideas, and collaborate under pressure. Facilitators guide discussions on role overlap, potential blind spots, and strategies for maximising team performance. By actively stepping into each role and reflecting on outcomes, participants gain a deep understanding of their own behaviours and how to adapt to others, leaving with actionable insights they can take straight back to the workplace.
Psychometric Tool | Measures | Output Style | Popular For | Session Duration | Integration with Team Building Activities |
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Belbin Team Roles | Team roles, behaviour, dynamics | Role-based reports | Collaboration, communication | 1-2 hours | Perfect for group exercises, problem solving, and communication-based activities |
DISC | Personality types | Colour coding (D, I, S, C) | Leadership, conflict resolution | 1-2 hours | Suitable for leadership and decision-making activities |
MBTI | Personality preferences | Letter types (e.g., INTJ) | Personal growth, teamwork | 1-2 hours | Useful for understanding communication styles and conflict resolution |
SDI | Motivation and behaviours | Colour-coded wheel | Motivation, conflict resolution | 1-2 hours | Excellent for conflict management and team collaboration |
Insights Discovery | Personality & interpersonal styles | Colour models | Leadership, team alignment | 1-2 hours | Strong for team alignment and leadership development |
A typical Belbin session lasts around 1-2 hours, but it can be customized depending on your team’s needs and the depth of discussion required.
By identifying each team member’s strengths and preferred roles, teams can communicate more effectively, reduce conflicts, and enhance collaboration.
Absolutely! Belbin works well with activities like Escape the Box and GPS Adventure, where participants can apply their roles in real-time challenges.
Yes, it helps individuals understand their natural strengths and how they can improve their interactions with others, making it a powerful tool for personal development.
Simply reach out to us via the contact page, and we’ll tailor a session based on your team’s goals and schedule.