QOTD (Question of the Day)
QOTD is a simple daily icebreaker that uses a thoughtfully crafted question to spark meaningful conversations and build connections within a group. It fosters a positive group culture through regular, intentional exchanges.
Use QOTD at the beginning of meetings, workshops, or classes to create a consistent opportunity for sharing and connection, especially when aiming to build trust and understanding over time.
Solves: Lack of engagement at the start of a session; superficial interactions; difficulty building rapport within a group.
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Step 1: Prepare a question in advance that is relevant to the group's purpose or program goals. (5 minutes)
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Step 2: Pose the question to the group. (1 minute)
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Step 3: Invite participants to share their responses in small groups or with the larger group. (4-9 minutes)
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Step 4: Transition to the next activity.
- Craft questions that are open-ended and encourage personal reflection.
- Be prepared to share your own answer to the question to model vulnerability and encourage participation.
- Use different question prompts each day to keep the activity fresh.
- Have participants submit questions anonymously for the group to answer.
- Incorporate visual prompts or images to stimulate discussion.