About this session
Memory Market is a 15-minute icebreaker for groups who want a quick, light way to meet colleagues and test their memory. It runs live online or in person.
People swap one light fact or recommendation at a time, then see how many colleagues they can match to what they shared when the market closes.
Groups leave with new names, a few good recommendations and an easy start to the meeting or event.
What your people take away
- Swap one light fact or recommendation at a time
- Meet several colleagues in a few minutes
- Link each person to what they shared
- Test your memory when the market closes
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What the session covers
15 minutes
A quick icebreaker with a twistPeople swap light facts or recommendations in quick rounds, then test who they remember when the market closes. It's an easy, low-pressure way to start any meeting or event.
- Open the market
- Swap facts and recommendations
- Close the market
What’s covered
Open the market
- Pick something light to shareEach person chooses a simple fact or recommendation, like a favorite book, podcast or local spot.
- Learn the rulesA host explains the quick swap rounds and how the memory test works.
Swap facts and recommendations
- Trade one item at a timePeople pair up, in the room or in breakout rooms, swap one item, then move on to someone new.
- Link people to what they sharedParticipants try to remember each name alongside the item they heard.
Close the market
- Test your memoryWhen the market closes, people try to match colleagues to what they shared.
- Share the best findsThe group shares a few favorite recommendations before moving on.
Tools and materials
- Market prompt cards
- Swap round timer
- Memory check sheet
- Online breakout room plan
Who it’s for
- Meetings and workshops that need a quick opener
- Conferences and new-hire cohorts
- Remote and hybrid teams
- Groups who don't know each other well
How booking works
- Book online. Create a free Workbliss profile, then pay with session credits, by card or by invoice.
- Pick a date. Choose a date at least 14 days ahead, or book now and set the date later.
- Choose your expert. Within 3 working days, we send you profiles of the experts available for your date.
- We deliver it. Your expert is briefed on your people and goals, then runs the session live online or at your site.
Questions about Memory Market
How long is Memory Market?
Memory Market runs as 15 minutes. You choose the length when you book.
Can Memory Market be delivered online or in person?
Yes, both. It runs live online, so every office can join at the same time, or in person at your site, in any country.
How do we book Memory Market?
Create a free Workbliss profile with your work email, then open Memory Market to see the price for each length and book it. You can pay with session credits, by card or by invoice, and choose a date at least 14 days ahead, or set it later.
Who leads the session?
A vetted Workbliss expert, briefed on your people, culture and goals before the session. After you book, we send you profiles of the experts available for your date within 3 working days, so you can choose who leads it.
Can it be tailored to our company?
Yes. Every session is shaped around your goals, your people and the benefits you already offer, and delivered by experts in your people’s languages.