Icebreakers for remote and hybrid teams
Which-teammate questions and a word cloud for teams on a video call. Replace the sample names with your own.
This or that virtual icebreaker
Eight this-or-that polls and an open question that get a video call talking, with no preparation and no one put on the spot.
- 9prompts
- 10minutes
- Phonesplayers join with a code
- Zoom, Teamsor in the room
When to use this template
Scenarios where teams use it, and why it fits.
A video call with no preparation
Eight this-or-that polls like early bird or night owl need nothing from the host beyond pressing next.
A large webinar or town hall
One tap per question lets a big audience take part without being put on the spot.
A team getting to know new members
The closing question asks which pick says the most about you, which leads to a natural conversation.
The prompts
Every prompt, in slide order. This template has no scored answers.
Prompt 1 · Poll
Early bird or night owl?
Prompt 2 · Poll
Beach holiday or mountain trip?
Prompt 3 · Poll
Texting or calling?
Prompt 4 · Poll
Books or films?
Prompt 5 · Poll
Sweet or savoury?
Prompt 6 · Poll
Plan everything or go with the flow?
Prompt 7 · Poll
Summer or winter?
Prompt 8 · Poll
Cook at home or eat out?
Prompt 9 · Open ended
Which of your picks says the most about you? Tell us in a sentence.
How to host
Copy it
Press View and claim to open the slides, then make your own copy.
Customise it
Add your team's names, a prize and any questions of your own.
Present it
Start it on your big screen or share your screen.
Share the join code
Players join on their phones and play live.
Questions people ask
How long does it take?
About 10 minutes for all 9 prompts, going by the timers on the slides.
Can we play remotely?
Yes. Share your screen on Zoom or Teams and put the join code in the chat. Everyone answers on their own device.
Can I change the questions?
Yes. Once you have your own copy, every question is yours to edit.
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