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Authentic Connection: 10 Things in Common Opener Activity

Inflexion June 22, 2023
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The common denominator is that all types of icebreakers can help build stronger team connections.

– Jonathan Thompson

INTRO

This introductory icebreaker is an extremely effective way of encouraging cohesion and building solid inter-departmental relationships, leading to a happier, more committed and engaged workforce.

OBJECTIVES

  • Begin developing deeper, more authentic connections by facilitating opportunities for people to find shared experiences/common ground/similarities with each other

RESOURCES

OPENER ACTIVITY

  • Break everyone into small groups of 3-4 (use breakout rooms if on Zoom), being sure to mix departments if possible/applicable.
  • Task the groups with finding 10 things that all of them share in common (for example: places they have visited, movies they love, items of clothing they own).
  • Have each group share 1-3 of their 10 things with the whole group
  • Bonus/Challenge: Is there anything shared by the entire group?
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