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LOST DUTCHMAN’S
GOLD MINE
About
The Lost Dutchman’s Gold Mine is an exciting, team-based business simulation designed to enhance collaboration, leadership, and strategic thinking. Participants form teams and work together to “mine as much gold as WE can” while balancing resource management, risk, and competition. Through this fun and interactive exercise, participants experience real-world business challenges and learn the value of cooperation over competition. The program is an engaging way to help teams develop key business skills and align their efforts toward shared organizational goals
LEARNING OUTCOME
Developing Leadership Skills
Strategic Planning & Decision Making
Managing Resources & Achieving Results
Understanding Competition
Fostering Collaboration
Handling Uncertainties & Risks
Maximizing RO
OBJECTIVE
The Lost Dutchman’s Gold Mine is all about teamwork—”Mine as much gold as WE can!” Success depends on effective communication, resource management, and collaboration. Just like in real business, strategic decisions and cooperation lead to the best results.
Teams must make smart choices with their limited resources, as poor decisions can be costly. The game creates a dynamic environment where individual behavior, teamwork, and trust determine overall performance.
Logistics & Customization
- Duration: 3.5 hours of gameplay + 90-minute debriefing (One-day program with breaks)
- Group Size: Customizable for 20 to 200+ participants, suitable for indoor or outdoor setups
- Team Size: 5 participants per group