Get To Know You Better
This activity encourages quick introductions among participants while reducing initial awkwardness. It gets everyone talking and helps build connections from the start of the session.
How to run it
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At the beginning of the session, give each participant a badge.
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The badge should include three prompts: 'My name is...', 'I have a question about...', and 'I can answer a question about...'.
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Allow time for everyone to fill out their badges.
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Encourage participants to mingle and introduce themselves to as many others as possible within 15 minutes.
Tips
Encourage participants to think creatively about their answers to make conversations more engaging.
Monitor the group to ensure everyone is participating and mingling.
Be ready to step in and facilitate conversations if necessary to keep energy high.
Variations
You can adapt the prompts on the badges to focus on specific topics or themes relevant to your session.
Where it fits
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