Struggling to keep online conferences engaging? 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 great virtual conference entertainment introductory game that takes advantage of the fact you’re all sitting at home.
As the virtual meeting starts, put up directions to all participants that they should scavenge three items from around their home that match three particular conditions. Here’s a list of good criteria that work well, but feel free to make up more!
“Find an item that…
…best sums up who you are.
…you received as a present, and tell us about the person who gave it to you.
…sparks joy.
…has the most ridiculous story behind it.
…comes from the furthest away.
…isn’t yours, and tell us why you have it.
…is the most unique.
…you’ve had for the longest.
…is the most unexpected or out of place.
…you think everyone ought to own, but doesn’t.”
Once everyone has entered and had an opportunity to find the items, begin the conference with a round of introductions. As well as giving their name, job title, and whatever other standard pieces of info you request, tell each participant to introduce the items they’ve found as well, and why it meets the criterion you set out above. You’ll get to hear some amazing stories that will give a far better insight into each participant’s character than the usual bland virtual event entertainment options!
If you like this idea, Hivemind has over a hundred different virtual entertainment and virtual shows. Ranging from gameshows to talk-shows, wellness classes to workshops, our experienced and inspiring hosts will transform your Zoom conference into an immersive moment that gets your team talking, giggling, and meaningfully getting to know one another. Find out more about our virtual entertainment ideas here!
