Share an Item on Your Desk

A quick virtual warm-up activity that can help a new group get to know one another.
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A great introduction activity for new teams!  If you are looking for a quick, virtual warm-up activity to introduce new team members in a professional and personal way, this is the great activity for you.  

Getting started: 

  • Use a round robin sharing format in a large or small group.

  • Displaying the instruction slide (see templates and downloads), invite each team member to present an item on their desk and share any meaning or significance the item holds.

  • As a facilitator, set a timer for 30 seconds. Let the group know this is a rapid sharing and you will cut them off if they go over time! Letting the group know this in advance makes it easier to interrupt if needed.

  • Allow each member to speak for this time, and once the timer goes off, the next person can proceed. This will allow for rapid exchanges and provide a little insight into everyone. This is also a perfect icebreaker as it allows everyone to get engaged and speak early in your meeting which can help to promote engagement.

Templates & Downloads

Tips

This activity is designed to be hosted online: For more intimate interaction create random breakout groups of 7-8 people.

Last Updated:  November 26, 2021
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