Having difficulty keeping virtual conferences engrossing? Or perhaps you’re assembling a new team and want a fun way to introduce the group to each other? Whatever the case, here’s a powerful virtual conference entertainment icebreaker that takes advantage of the fact you’re all dialling in from home.
As the virtual conference begins, put up instructions to all members that they should grab three objects from anywhere in their home that match three particular conditions. Here’s a list of good conditions that work well, but you can also make up more!
“Find an item which…
…best encapsulates who you are.
…you received as a present, and tell us about the person who gave it to you.
…sparks joy.
…has the most entertaining story behind it.
…comes from the furthest away.
…isn’t yours, and tell us why you have it.
…is the strangest.
…you’ve had for the longest.
…is the most unexpected or out of place.
…you think everyone should own, but doesn’t.”
Once all participants have entered and had a chance to find the objects, start the conference with a round of introductions. As well as announcing their name, job title, and whatever other usual pieces of information you request, ask each person to introduce the objects they’ve found too, and why it meets the condition you set out above. You’ll get to hear some incredible stories that will give a far better insight into each person’s personality than the usual boring virtual event entertainment options!
If you like this idea, Hivemind offers over 100 different virtual entertainment and virtual shows. Ranging from gameshows to talk-shows, wellness classes to workshops, our professional and inspiring hosts will transform your online meeting into an engaging moment that gets your group talking, giggling, and genuinely getting to know one another. Learn more about our virtual entertainment ideas here!
