The Biggest Mistake When Leading Icebreakers

Are Your Icebreakers Actually Breaking the Ice?

the Lazy Facilitator: Episode 03

Here’s the biggest mistake I see facilitators make with icebreakers, and it could be costing you your entire session.

Most facilitators think that just because an activity is called an icebreaker, it would automatically break the ice. They’ll throw in some generic two truths and a lie or tell us your name and a fun fact as they whip around the room and expect magic to happen.

Here’s what actually happens.

People go through the motions, they share surface-level information, and the room stays just as cold as it was before.

Why? Because calling something an icebreaker doesn’t make it one.

Real icebreaking happens when people feel genuinely comfortable interacting and sharing with others. This is when they often discover unexpected connections or share a moment of authentic laughter together. And here’s the key.

It’s Not About The Activity

It’s about the emotional shift that occurs in the room.

Would you like to know the secret to making this happen in your program?

The best icebreakers often aren’t called icebreakers at all. They’re just well-designed moments that naturally create connections.

So stop relying on the label of your activities and start focusing on the outcome.

Now, if you want to learn dozens of truly remarkable icebreakers that actually work to break the ice, click the link in the description below.