Ice breaker for leadership team

Here are some fun and engaging icebreaker ideas for a leadership team:

  1. Two Truths and a Lie: Each team member shares two true statements about themselves and one false statement. The others have to guess which one is the lie. This game encourages sharing and gets to know each other better.
  2. Human Bingo: Create bingo cards with different traits, characteristics, or interests (e.g., "has traveled to another country," "speaks more than one language," etc.). Each team member needs to find someone who fits each of the characteristics and get them to sign the corresponding square.
  3. The Name Game: Have each team member introduce themselves and share a unique fact about themselves that starts with the same letter as their name (e.g., "I'm John, and I love jogging"). Then, ask each team member to repeat the names and facts of the others.
  4. Scavenger Hunt: Create a list of items or challenges that team members need to complete (e.g., "find someone wearing the same color shirt as you," "take a photo with a team member who has the same birthday as you," etc.). This activity encourages collaboration and teamwork.
  5. Word Association Game: Have each team member write down a word that describes themselves (e.g., "leader," "creative," etc.). Then, ask each team member to explain why they chose that word. This game helps to understand each other's values and strengths.
  6. Would You Rather: Present two difficult choices and ask each team member which option they would prefer (e.g., "would you rather give up your phone or your computer for a week?"). This game sparks interesting conversations and helps to understand each other's priorities.
  7. The One-Word Game: Ask each team member to come up with a word that describes the team's current state or a word that they hope to achieve in the future. Then, ask each team member to explain their choice. This game helps to align the team's goals and values.
  8. Speed Friending: Inspired by speed dating, have each team member talk to another team member for 2-3 minutes, then ring a bell and have them move on to talk to someone else. This game encourages quick connections and helps to build relationships.
  9. Team Trivia: Create a quiz with questions that are relevant to the team or industry (e.g., "what is our company's mission statement?"). This game encourages teamwork and knowledge sharing.
  10. Gratitude Circle: Have each team member share something they're grateful for, either personally or professionally. This game fosters a positive and supportive team culture.

Remember to keep the icebreaker activities short, fun, and relevant to the team's goals and values. The goal is to build connections and encourage collaboration, not to waste time or create unnecessary tension.