Introducing Each Other

Purpose. Removes the awkwardness of self-introduction by having a partner do it for you.

When to use. In the first 15 minutes of a session, once names are known and the group is settling in.

Best for. Any group size, in person.

• No materials to gather; just read through the steps once before you run it.

Room setup. Open enough floor space for pairs to spread out and hear only their own partner.

Virtual setup. Run this over video call using breakout rooms for the paired interviews.

Hybrid setup. Pair remote participants with each other for the interview round.

Materials.

1. Split participants into pairs.
2. Give pairs a few minutes to interview each other, focusing on finding out something the wider group probably doesn't already know.
3. Bring the group back together.
4. Go around the room, with each person introducing their partner to everyone, sharing what they learned.

Learning outcome. Participants leave having been introduced by a partner, often surfacing details a self- introduction would have skipped.

• No materials needed
• Debrief questions ready
• Timer set for 20–30 min
• Pairs planned