Exciting Icebreaker Activities

Icebreaker activities are a great way to break the ice and build camaraderie among team
members when assembling a new team. Here are some exciting icebreaker activities to
consider:

Two Truths and a Lie: Each team member shares two true statements about
themselves and one false statement. The rest of the team tries to guess which
statement is the lie.

Human Bingo: Create bingo cards with interesting facts or characteristics (e.g., has
traveled to five countries, speaks more than one language) and have team members
mingle to find people who match the descriptions and sign their bingo cards.

Photo Sharing: Ask each team member to bring or share a photo that represents a
significant or interesting aspect of their life. They can share the photo and explain why
it's meaningful to them.

The Marshmallow Challenge: Provide teams with spaghetti, tape, string, and a
marshmallow. Challenge them to build the tallest freestanding structure that can
support the marshmallow on top in a limited amount of time.

Escape Room Challenge: If possible, arrange for an escape room experience where the
team has to work together to solve puzzles and "escape" within a set time. This
encourages problem-solving and teamwork.

Storytelling Circle: Have each team member share a short, funny, or interesting story
from their life. This can be a great way to learn more about each other and foster
connections.

Speed Networking: Set up a structured speed networking event where team members
have a limited time to introduce themselves, share their roles, and discuss a fun topic
before rotating to the next person.

Team-building Games: Play team-building games like "Minefield" (guide a blindfolded

teammate through a "minefield" of objects using only verbal instructions) or "The Trust
Fall" (one person falls backward, trusting their teammates to catch them).
Name That Tune: Play a few seconds of a popular song, and team members have to
guess the name of the song and the artist. This can lead to discussions about music
preferences.

Personality Assessments: Have team members take a personality assessment (e.g.,

Myers-Briggs, DISC) and discuss their results. This can help team members understand
each other's communication and work styles.

Scavenger Hunt: Organize a scavenger hunt around the office or a nearby area. Create
clues or tasks that require teamwork and problem-solving to complete.

Artistic Icebreaker: Provide art supplies and ask each team member to create a piece of
art that represents something about themselves or their aspirations. Share and discuss
the artwork afterward.

Share a Bucket List Item: Have each team member share one item from their personal
bucket list. This can spark interesting conversations and reveal shared interests.

Role Reversal: Ask team members to briefly switch roles with a colleague. This can be a
fun way to gain empathy for each other's roles and challenges.

Life Timeline: Create a visual timeline of significant life events and milestones. Share
these timelines with the team, explaining the stories behind the events.

Remember to tailor your icebreaker activity to the size, preferences, and culture of your
team. The goal is to create a comfortable and fun atmosphere that encourages team
members to open up and connect with each other.