Last Blog Post

I think this post will probably be my last post on this Muraliz Kidz blog. This is week 12 already. When I realized the time passes by so fast, I actually got shocked. Our blog, began from week 2, now passed 10 weeks already. Muraliz Kidz, task group will be separated after this.

I want to talk about meeting icebreakers. What are meeting icebreakers? Meeting icebreakers, whether they are games or mental activities, go a long way in providing vital energy to people gathered together in meetings and seminars. If icebreakers are well chosen, they can ease a person through the discomfort of getting to know the others at a meeting better. I’m sure all of us need this help don’t we? This article will show you how to pick the best meeting icebreakers for your group.



Meeting icebreakers are indeed a great way for companies and organizations to get started with meetings and training sessions. There are virtually hundreds, if not hundreds of thousands, of possible meeting icebreakers that you could use during your next meeting or training session. However, always keep I n mind that icebreakers are not all equally appropriate for every circumstance. The best icebreaker is something that fits in with the meeting’s agenda and needs. So it is very important to know what the functions of icebreakers are.



How to Choose the Best Meeting Icebreaker?

The size of the group – Some meeting icebreakers work well in larger groups, while others work better for smaller groups. If there are too many people in the meeting, split them into smaller groups.

The purpose of the meeting – What are you going to do with the group once the icebreaker round is over? Will you be brainstorming for new ideas? Will you be discussing results? Will you be introducing a new project? Remember to match the mood of the meeting icebreaker to that of the meeting. Always be on the lookout and be prepared to switch icebreakers if you have misjudged the mood.

The purpose of the icebreaker – Will it awaken the group or energize them? Will it make introductions easier? Remember that you don’t have to restrict icebreakers to the starting of the meeting. A well-timed icebreaker has the ability to encourage creativity and lift flagging energy levels.

What is required – Icebreakers are effective only if they have been explained properly. Complicated meeting icebreakers require more preparation. Try to choose the simpler ones over the complicated icebreakers.

What materials are required – Verbal icebreakers are the best and there are no materials required. Flip charts and pens are generally required at meetings so stick to icebreakers that require these materials. However, if you are looking for something that’s more complicated, then make a checklist of all the things that you would require and bring them along with you.

Louis Beh ®