Common Ground
A lively physical exercise where the facilitator reads out a statement and anyone it applies to stands up (or steps forward, or raises a hand). Participants discover shared experiences and traits across apparent differences. It builds connection, creates energy, and surfaces surprising commonalities.
Come eseguirlo
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Have participants stand in a circle with enough space to step forward.
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Explain: 'I'll read statements. If it applies to you, step forward (or stand up). Look around to see who else stepped forward. Then step back.'
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Read a series of statements ranging from lighthearted to more meaningful: 'Step forward if you've lived in more than one country', 'if you speak more than one language', 'if you've changed career direction', 'if you felt nervous coming here today.'
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Pause briefly after each statement to let people see who's with them.
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After 10–15 statements, debrief: 'What surprised you? What did you notice?'
Suggerimenti
Mix fun/easy statements with meaningful ones — start light and build depth gradually.
Avoid statements that could single out or embarrass individuals.
The facilitator should participate and step forward themselves when true.
Variazioni
Run seated with hand raises for less mobile groups. Use for values alignment: 'Step forward if fairness is a core value for you at work.' Run anonymously for sensitive topics.
Casi d'uso
Domande frequenti
Quando usare Common Ground?â–¾
Usa Common Ground quando vuoi: Team building; Diversity and inclusion workshops; Conference ice breakers; Cross-functional team kick-offs.
Quanto dura Common Ground?â–¾
Common Ground dura tipicamente da 10 a 20 minuti.
Per quanti partecipanti è adatto Common Ground?▾
Common Ground funziona meglio per gruppi di 6–40 partecipanti.
Di quali materiali ho bisogno per Common Ground?â–¾
Per condurre Common Ground avrai bisogno di: open space or chairs in a circle.
Quanto è difficile facilitare Common Ground?▾
Common Ground è classificato come principiante — facile da facilitare anche senza esperienza precedente.
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