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Name That Coworker
Icebreaker

Name That Coworker is a fantastic game for deepening interpersonal connections. It requires a bit of prep, but the payoff is huge. Learning that the quiet accountant used to be in a punk band, or that the CEO's favorite movie is a cheesy rom-com, humanizes the workplace. It provides endless conversation starters for weeks to come and makes everyone feel seen as individuals.

How to run it

  1. 1.Collect 2-3 fun, unknown facts or baby photos from each team member beforehand.
  2. 2.Put the facts/photos into a presentation deck.
  3. 3.Show a fact on the screen and have the team guess who it belongs to.
  4. 4.Allow the person to briefly explain the story behind the fact once they are revealed.
  5. 5.Keep track of who guesses the most correctly for a small prize.

Pro Tips

  • Send out a survey a week in advance to collect the facts.
  • Ensure the facts are anonymous when presented.
  • If using baby photos, make sure everyone submits one so no one feels left out.

Name That Coworker

Guess the teammate from anonymous fun facts or baby photos — a low-pressure way to learn new things about each other.

Team Size

10–50 People

Duration

20 min

Location

Hybrid

Energy Level

Low

Budget

Free

Difficulty

Easy

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