Two Truths and a Lie is an engaging icebreaker that promotes connection and fun by encouraging participants to share a bit about themselves. Participants each prepare two true statements and one falsehood about themselves. The group then guesses which statement is the lie. This can be done in pairs, small groups, or with the entire […]
The World Cafe Method is a collaborative way of engaging people in meaningful conversations about topics that matter to them. It’s a way to create a warm, friendly, and inviting atmosphere that encourages people to share their thoughts and experiences. Participants are invited to sit at one of the tables and start a conversation with
Evaluation Valerie is an interactive and visual evaluation tool that’s great for gathering feedback about a service, event or session. Method Here is Valerie – you can draw or design your own version of her: Valerie has: Ask participants to spend a few minutes writing down their thoughts on a post-it note, then stick them
Dot voting is a simple and effective way of making group decisions by allowing members to cast their vote and express their preferences. It can be used in team-building activities, brainstorming sessions, and decision-making processes where it is necessary to prioritize ideas, concepts, or options. Standard Dot Voting Method: After idea generation, it’s time to
This is a workshop or meeting technique that allows participants to “park” ideas, suggestions or topics that are off-topic or not directly related to the agenda. This entails creating a designated space, either on a whiteboard or flipchart, where group members can write down any ideas or questions that come up during the discussion, but
Works brilliantly as an icebreaker to gage the mood of a session right at the start. It also gives participants a chance to voice their hopes & fears right from the beginning. Method The method use for the Hopes & Fears is very simple, ask people what their hopes and fears are for the upcoming
World’s Worst involves thinking about the absolute worst example of a public service, professional or business! This method works because it get’s people talking and get’s their imagination running wild. Method Ask participants to think about the world’s worst example of a business or public service. You may also them to draw it or write
Sometimes, it’s easier for people to write their thoughts down in a group environment rather than speak them out loud. The post-it avalanche technique is perfect for this. Also, it allows people to write their thoughts down immediately instead of wait for their turn to speak. It also leaves a great display to look at
The ‘Why’ Game is so much fun! It reminds me of being a child when you keep asking your parents “why? why? why?” to annoy them. This is the professional, grown-up, problem solving version of that! Method The method use for The ‘Why’ Game is extremely simple, the basic concept is that you just keep
Just like The Evaluation Target, The Evaluation Thermometer an extremely simple and easy ‘stick and go’ evaluation tool to use at in-person events, meetings and workshops. It can help you gage whether your participants are ‘hot’ or ‘cold’ about the content of your session or event. Method Ask participants to stick a sticker onto a
Graffiti walls as public events are extremely engaging, interactive and produce exceptionally stunning results that everyone has ownership of. You can have huge, elaborate graffiti walls or even smaller whiteboards in corporate or small group settings. Method Put up a large blank canvas, leave pens, stickers and creative materials and allow participants to write their
The Problem Tree is a visual technique that encourages you to think about the causes of problems and their consequences. This is one step you need to take before solving the problem. You could flip this on its head and use it as a ‘Solution Tree’ instead! The Problem Tree: Method Using a printed diagram
We’re all human and sometimes our personal lives can distract us from making important decisions or participating fully in the moment. This technique aims to maximize productivity and focus in a group setting. Method Use this as a positive ice-breaker. Near the start of a meeting, session or workshop, ask all participants to write something
This is such a useful and extremely visual planning and evaluation tool. This can be used for evaluating a new business idea or for designing a new service. Hot Air Balloon Workshop Tool: Method The method use for The ‘Why’ Game is extremely simple, the basic concept is that you just keep asking “why” until
This a quick and easy ‘stick and go’ evaluation tool to use at in-person events, meetings and workshops. Evaluation Target: Method Ask participants to stick a sticker onto a pre-printed target to rank their opinion on something or to evaluate an event or session. Step 1: Pre-print some large target images onto blank paper. Add
Icebreakers can give people an opportunity to bond at the start of a workshop. However, asking people to introduce themselves to the person next to them can feel a bit awkward or robotic. Here are a list of Workshop Icebreaker Questions you can use at your next meeting, seminar, networking session or training workshop: Tips
Human bingo is a human-based version of Bingo, using personal traits or facts in place of numbers on a Bingo card. It’s an excellent icebreaker, it’s loads of fun, get’s people talking and can reveal interesting facts about people. This works best with a decent size group of approximately 20+ people. Human Bingo: Method Give
