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Building Teams Through Play
Speaking and Appearances Brandon Wetzstein Speaking and Appearances Brandon Wetzstein

Building Teams Through Play

Brandon from IN8 Create joined CUNY Baruch and Yeshiva University students to discuss his unconventional approach to team development through LEGO Serious Play. In this engaging session, you'll discover why traditional team dynamics fail, how physical building unlocks hidden insights, and practical strategies for making every team member's voice count. Brandon shares real stories from corporate transformations, explains the psychology behind why "playing with toys" creates breakthrough moments, and demonstrates why the best team solutions often come from the quietest voices in the room.

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LSP Agile Podcast
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LSP Agile Podcast

In this insightful interview with Martijn, IN8 Create founder Brandon Wetzstein reveals how LEGO® Serious Play® methodology revolutionizes team communication by eliminating the barriers that keep valuable voices silent. Brandon shares real client stories, including a marketing agency transformation and strategic planning sessions that generated 120+ insights in 20 minutes, while discussing the neuroscience behind why building with your hands unlocks authentic thinking. From overcoming client skepticism about "using toys for business" to practical advice for new LSP facilitators, this conversation explores when to use (and avoid) this powerful methodology for creating psychological safety and driving breakthrough collaboration in modern teams.

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Minnebar 19
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Minnebar 19

Last Saturday, I had the privilege of presenting "Building Better Teams" at Minnebar 19, Minnesota's premier tech unconference. Over 1000 people gathered on a Saturday to learn from each other, and I got to facilitate a room full of brilliant minds through a hands-on exploration of what makes teams truly exceptional.

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SuperPowers School Podcast
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SuperPowers School Podcast

We delve into the science of play in facilitation with special guest Brandon Wetzstein. Discover how play, especially through LEGO Serious Play, transforms adult behaviour and enhances creativity, collaboration, and connection in team settings.

Learn about the surprising benefits of incorporating playful elements into serious work environments and how they can lead to better ideas and stronger team dynamics.

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Protect Help Give Podcast
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Protect Help Give Podcast

Episode #76: Breaking down barriers, creative team building activities, and LEGOs. Brandon Wetzstein has been nothing short of an innovator after years in the retail industry with multiple Fortune 100 companies. In this episode, you will hear how Brandon designs custom workshops to build powerful teams and organizations.

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Byte-Sized Agency Briefs
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Byte-Sized Agency Briefs

Brandon Wetzstein has helped transform teams at major organizations by tapping into the power of strategic play. In this episode, he breaks down why traditional "serious" approaches often lead to mediocre solutions, and how structured play can break through conventional thinking to unlock breakthrough ideas..

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The Flourishing Education Podcast Episode 168
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The Flourishing Education Podcast Episode 168

In this conversation with Brandon Wetzstein who is Founder and Principle of In8 Create, I discuss the importance of play not just in the lives of our children and young people but also for us adults.

Brandon designs and facilitates workshops for teams using the LEGO Serious Play method. He explained all the benefits of this approach.

As a linguist, I really enjoyed exploring the tension between two words such as 'serious' and 'play' too.

I thoroughly enjoyed this joyful and fun conversation with Brandon. I am sure you will too!

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PCMA NYC Winter Session 2025
Speaking and Appearances Brandon Wetzstein Speaking and Appearances Brandon Wetzstein

PCMA NYC Winter Session 2025

The room buzzed with energy as over 100 event industry professionals gathered for PCMA NYC's winter program. Instead of the typical networking format, attendees found tables adorned with colorful LEGO bricks and an invitation to play with purpose. Following a successful session with the Philadelphia chapter, Brandon Wetzstein of IN8 Create was invited to bring his innovative approach to New York, transforming how these industry veterans connected with one another.

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