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This team icebreaker activity encourages small groups to dig deep and discover unexpected connections among team members. Commonalities transforms a simple sharing exercise into an intriguing get-to-know experience where teams compete to find the most unique shared attributes. Perfect for breaking down barriers, it naturally generates laughter and meaningful conversations as participants uncover surprising similarities.
Commonalities – Team Icebreaker Activity
- Divide your group into teams of four to six people.
- Provide each group with a pen and paper.
- Challenge each group to list as many ‘attributes’ every person in the group has in common.
- Encourage groups to seek unique attributes, because if another group has a similar attribute on their list, both groups must cross it off their list.
- After five to eight minutes, invite each group to read their full list of commonalities to everyone.
- The group with the most attributes (remaining) on their list after all groups have shared, wins.
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