Since the average pro spends over half the standard workweek sitting in meetings, how can teams use this valuable time to build a stronger company culture and authentically connect with employees?įear not! We’ve done the research for you by compiling the ultimate list of fun and thoughtful icebreaker questions to bring to your next virtual meeting.

And, even if you can keep your camera off, 67% of employees admit they’re distracted during virtual meetings – from checking emails, texting, and trying to multitask on other work. In fact, 64% of younger professionals report video meetings already cause them anxiety. Feeling disconnected and uncomfortable at the beginning of a meeting doesn’t exactly set attendees up for engaged participation. You’re already wondering, could this meeting have been an email.Īn unfortunate and familiar scenario in today’s remote and hybrid work models. Attendees awkwardly nod and half-smile as the moderator shuffles through docs to get started. Someone says hi - who was it? - and you unmute to say “hi” back, but only a broken ‘iii’ carries through. Slowly others filter into the meeting, quiet faces popping up around you on the screen. You’re the first one in the virtual meeting room, debating if you should turn on your video and mic already.

Icebreaker for zoom meetings