Use a random method to divide your group into pairs.
Invite each person to share a prescribed set of information (at a minimum) about themselves to their partner.
A few suggested conversation starters include:
– The basics, such as their name, hometown, job/profession.
– That part of the world they would describe as paradise.
– Favourite movie.
– Most vivid memory of being injured as a kid.
Allow the pairs up to 10 minutes to share.
Gather your group into a circle.
Ask one person to start by introducing their partner, after which their partner reciprocates.
This pair is then entitled to randomly nominate the next pair to continue the introductions.
Continue until everyone has been introduced.
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Having done an introduction once with your partner, it takes a little pressure off and having your partner introduce you whether they get it right or wrong does add a bit of fun to the process as the presenter usually more relaxed.
Fun way of doing introductions and also useful in creating small connections and relaxing the groups.
It really does promote active listening as initially you are only listening to one person and don’t have to stress while you are waiting your turn to think of what you are going to say.
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Having done an introduction once with your partner, it takes a little pressure off and having your partner introduce you whether they get it right or wrong does add a bit of fun to the process as the presenter usually more relaxed.
Fun way of doing introductions and also useful in creating small connections and relaxing the groups.
It really does promote active listening as initially you are only listening to one person and don’t have to stress while you are waiting your turn to think of what you are going to say.