Pinpoint people you share a purpose with, do something together, and get them talking.

There’s also a myriad of non-cringey, yet strikingly effective, icebreakers to choose from. A few honorable mentions include: Triple H: Ask each member of the team to share a hero, a highlight, and a hardship. You’ll learn an awful lot about what someone values and how they see their

• Prompt: “What’s something you own that people would be surprised to know you have?”

• Prompt: “Tell us about a hobby or collection you have.”

• Why it works: When you get people talking about themselves it allows them to share something slightly personal without forcing vulnerability, which opens up a space for connection, empathy and humanization