Chapter 1

Icebreakers

First published: 02 January 2012

Summary

This chapter discusses various games that fall under the category “icebreakers”. The chapter explains that icebreakers are great openers for most team-building events. They introduce people, help them find out each other's names, and kick off the team-bonding process. These are especially important when new teams are forming. They can be used anytime when a teammate is added or wanted to discover something new about the team, even if the team members have worked together before. These kinds of initiatives can be put together very quickly and easily and they help put the group at ease. Icebreakers can be also used when introducing a new piece of technology. It should be made sure to start with the most basic of functions when using a new piece of technology for an icebreaker.

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