Incorporating fun icebreakers in remote team meetings can help to create a positive and engaging environment that fosters collaboration and productivity. Icebreakers are activities that help team members get to know one another, increase participation, and improve communication. 

In this part one of two parts article, we will look at some fun icebreakers that can help to energize remote teams and make virtual meetings more engaging.

1. Two Truths and a Lie

Two Truths and a Lie is a classic game that is easy to play and can be adapted for remote teams. Each team member introduces themselves and shares two true facts and one false fact about themselves. 

The rest of the team then guesses which statement is false. This game is a great way to get to know each other and can be a fun way to break the ice.

2. Virtual Scavenger Hunt

A virtual scavenger hunt is a fun team-building activity that can be done remotely. The team leader creates a list of items that team members must find in their homes or workspace. The first team member to find all the items wins. This game is a great way to get the team working together and builds camaraderie.

3. Show and Tell

Show and Tell is a fun and interactive way for team members to share their interests and hobbies. Each team member chooses an object that represents something they are passionate about and shares it with the team. This game can help to build rapport and encourage team members to share more about themselves.

4. Virtual Pictionary

Virtual Pictionary is a fun game that can be played remotely. Each team member takes a turn drawing a picture while the rest of the team guesses what it is. This game is a great way to get team members working together and can help to improve communication and collaboration.

5. Name That Tune

Name That Tune is a fun game that can be adapted for remote teams. The team leader plays a few seconds of a song, and team members must guess the name of the song and the artist. This game is a great way to build camaraderie and can be a fun way to get team members engaged in the meeting.

6. Virtual Bingo 

Virtual Bingo is a fun game that can be adapted for remote teams. The team leader creates a Bingo card with different characteristics or hobbies, and team members must find someone who fits that description. The first person to get a Bingo wins. 

This game is a great way to build camaraderie, improve communication, and encourage team members to get to know each other better. 

7. Virtual Escape Rooms 

Virtual escape rooms are a fun and challenging way to bring your remote teams together. Teams work together to solve puzzles, crack codes, and escape the virtual room before time runs out. It’s a great way to encourage teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Conclusion

Icebreakers are a great way to energize remote teams and make virtual meetings more engaging. The above list of icebreakers is just a starting point. There are many other games and activities that can be adapted for remote teams that will be shared in the second part of this two-part article. 

The key is to choose icebreakers that are fun, interactive and help to build camaraderie among team members.

A virtual holiday team-building event can be a fun and engaging way to bring your remote teams together, boost morale, and foster team bonding. At BreakoutIQ, we’re here to help you coordinate the perfect remote team-building event for your team. Contact us today to learn more!