Is Two Truths and a Lie a good icebreaker for work?

Yes. It is quick, needs no equipment, works in person or on video calls, and helps coworkers learn something memorable about each other. Keep statements light and professional.

What are work-appropriate Two Truths and a Lie ideas?

Stick to hobbies, travel, skills, pets, food, and harmless trivia about yourself. Avoid anything personal, political, or potentially uncomfortable for the group.

Two Truths and a Lie for Work: 35 Icebreaker Ideas

Q: How do you play it on a video call?

Each person shares three statements, then the team votes in the chat or by reaction. Reveal the lie before moving to the next person. It runs well in 10 to 15 minutes for a small team.

Two Truths and a Lie is one of the best icebreakers for work: it is fast, needs zero setup, runs on a video call or in a meeting room, and helps a team learn something real about each other. These office-friendly example sets keep it light and professional, with the lie marked for each.

Warm up the team with a quick round of lie-spotting.

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Safe-for-work classics

I have worked in three different cities. I once gave a presentation with my slides upside down. I have never used a spreadsheet. (Lie: I have never used a spreadsheet)
I started my career in a totally different field. I can type over 90 words per minute. I have met our CEO in person. (Lie: I have met our CEO in person)
I have a side hobby most people would not guess. I once won an award at a past job. I have never missed a deadline. (Lie: I have never missed a deadline)

Hobbies and skills

I can play the guitar. I have run a half marathon. I bake bread every weekend. (Lie: I bake bread every weekend)
I speak a second language. I have a photography hobby. I have climbed a mountain. (Lie: I have climbed a mountain)
I am learning to paint. I once coached a youth sports team. I can solve a Rubik's cube. (Lie: I can solve a Rubik's cube)

Travel and trivia

I have visited five countries. I have flown in a small propeller plane. I have never been on a train. (Lie: I have never been on a train)
I once worked remotely from the beach. I have seen a total solar eclipse. I collect fridge magnets. (Lie: I collect fridge magnets)
I have lived in two different time zones. I have a passport full of stamps. I have met someone famous. (Lie: I have met someone famous)

Pets and home

I have two cats. I grow herbs on my windowsill. I have never owned a pet. (Lie: I have never owned a pet)
My dog has its own social media. I once fostered kittens. I keep my desk perfectly tidy. (Lie: I keep my desk perfectly tidy)

How to run it with your team

Set the tone. Ask for light, professional statements: hobbies, travel, skills, pets, food.
Keep it moving. One person at a time, quick votes, then reveal. Aim for 10 to 15 minutes.
On video calls, collect guesses in the chat or with reactions, then reveal the lie.
Avoid sensitive topics. Steer clear of anything personal, political, or uncomfortable.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it a good icebreaker for work?

Yes. It is quick, needs no equipment, works in person or on video, and helps coworkers learn something memorable about each other.

What ideas are work-appropriate?

Hobbies, travel, skills, pets, food, and harmless trivia. Avoid anything personal, political, or uncomfortable for the group.

How do you play it on a video call?

Each person shares three statements, the team votes in the chat or by reaction, then you reveal the lie and move on. About 10 to 15 minutes for a small team.