Yes. Ice breakers can be eye rollers. But if you bring in unexpected ice breakers — what we call “quirky questions,” you’ll be amazed at the instant bonding that happens. Offbeat questions can uncover new dimensions to people you see every day. Keeping it fun and friendly is key. But the long-term effects can go much deeper. Give it a try! You may be surprised.

For You

Here’s a thing to try. When you wake up in the morning, ask yourself: “If I could travel to any city in any country, where would I go?” Then research that city. Find out what people wear. What they do. Even if you never actually travel there, you may discover something important about yourself.

For Your Team

Kick off team meetings with a quirky question. Questions to play with: “If you were choosing your ‘last supper,’ what would you order?” “What’s your go-to karaoke song?” “If you were an animal, what would you be?” Then ask team members to come up with their own questions. This could be the fun-loving exercise that never ends…