open · Icebreaker · 10–15 min · 3-40 people · medium energy

Are You More Like...

This partner sharing game uses paired preference questions to spark conversation and connection within a group. It's effective for quickly building rapport and creating a comfortable atmosphere for sharing.

When to use Are You More Like...

Use this method at the beginning of a workshop, training session, or meeting to help participants get to know each other and feel more comfortable interacting.

What it solves

Lack of initial engagement and reluctance to participate in group discussions.

How to run Are You More Like..., step by step

  1. Prepare question cards with paired statements (e.g., cat/dog, up/down). Aim for one set per two people. (5 minutes)
  2. Distribute one card to each person randomly. (2 minutes)
  3. Instruct participants to find the person holding the matching card. (3 minutes)
  4. Once matched, partners share their responses to the question posed by their combined cards. (5 minutes)
  5. Redistribute the cards and repeat the matching and sharing process for another round. (5 minutes)

Materials needed

  • Pre-printed 'Are You More Like...' question cards (or create your own)
  • Timer

Facilitator tips

  • Encourage participants to share as much or as little as they feel comfortable.
  • Monitor the room and help participants who are having trouble finding their match.

Common pitfalls

  • Participants may stick with people they already know. Encourage them to mingle with new faces.
  • Some questions might be too personal for certain groups. Carefully curate the questions beforehand.

Variations

  • Instead of matching cards, have participants find someone with a different preference than their own.
  • Use the questions as prompts for a larger group discussion.

Running it online or hybrid

Use breakout rooms in Zoom or Teams for partner sharing. Digital whiteboards can display the question prompts.

What it produces

Increased familiarity and comfort among participants, leading to more open communication.

Origin

Adapted from Playmeo — source

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