Ice-breakers

Unusual Uses

Transform everyday items into something extraordinary and ignite your team's creativity.

Kicking off a brainstorm 'cold' is painful and unproductive. In this Ice Breaker, team members are challenged to brainstorm as many wacky and unconventional uses for everyday workplace objects as possible. It's a great way to get everyone laughing, thinking outside the box, and building
stronger bonds with one another. So, what are you waiting for? Give "Unusual Uses" a try and watch the magic unfold!

What’s inside?

  • Detailed instructions
  • A game template with curated objects to play and fun facts 
  • Messages to send your team

How does it work?

  • Choose an object to brainstorm uses in our list
  • Brief the rule to your team
  • Run the activity and see how creative your team can be!

Download this FREE toolkit now, break the ice, let creative juices flow and be ready to rock your team's next meeting!

Research shows that that warming up before a brainstorm improves the outcomes. This toolkit encourages creativity, improves problem-solving skills, and fosters a sense of teamwork and collaboration. It also helps team members to think outside the box and approach challenges from different perspectives, job satisfaction, and overall team performance.

The "Unusual Uses" icebreaker activity can help teams develop problem-solving skills, which can be a valuable asset in any workplace. By thinking creatively and exploring unconventional solutions, team members can improve their ability to overcome challenges and find new opportunities.

Furthermore, this activity encourages collaboration and teamwork by allowing team members to work together to find unusual uses for the given object. This can foster a sense of camaraderie among team members, increase their engagement, and improve their communication skills.

Ultimately, by promoting creative thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills, this 15-minute pre-meeting icebreaker can help teams become more productive and innovative, which can benefit both individuals and the team as a whole.

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