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Open case of MagicNails fun puzzle activity
Open case of MagicNails fun puzzle activity
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MagicNails

Impossible? Think Again!

$144.00

Participants often take one look at this activity, and say, "It's impossible!" It's no wonder. The challenge is to balance 17 nails on a single nail and not one of the 17 nails can touch the base of the box or the table. It certainly seems impossible, but with a little experimentation and creativity, it can be done.

MagicNails is the perfect activity for teams that are confronted with seemingly hopeless challenges in the workplace.

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Groups of 1-10 people are given a box of 18 nails, which is emptied and turned upside down. One nail is inserted into a hole in the bottom of the box, and the other nails are spread on the table. The group is given 5-8 minutes to find a way to balance all 17 nails on the single nail without them touching the box or the table.

Because this is usually not enough time, the group will think the challenge is impossible. The trainer then asks the group to approach the problem from a new, more creative perspective. If necessary, the trainer can suggest a few ways to reframe the challenge.

Once the group has a new plan, they try again. If they are still unable to succeed, the trainer can intervene to provide a few clues.

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