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GIF Challenge

Participants respond to specific prompts or 'moods' using only animated GIFs. It’s a fast-paced, visual way to gauge the group's temperature and express personality.

15-30 min2-20 peopleMedium
When to Use

To quickly raise the energy of a group and provide a creative outlet for emotional expression.

How It Works

Solves: Dry, overly formal communication that lacks emotional nuance.

Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these steps to facilitate this method
  1. 1

    Step 1: Present a prompt such as 'How your last project felt' or 'Monday morning vibes' (1 min).

  2. 2

    Step 2: Give participants 2 minutes to find and post the perfect GIF on a shared board or chat.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Review the entries and have the group vote on the most accurate or funniest response (5 mins).

  4. 4

    Step 4: Repeat for 3-4 rounds.

Facilitator Tips
  • Use this as a 'pulse check' during a break to see if people are feeling overwhelmed or excited.
  • Set clear boundaries on appropriate content to keep it professional.
Variations
  • GIF Story: Use three GIFs to tell the story of your career journey.
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