Perfect phrases for icebreakers : hundreds of ready-to-use phrases to set the stage for productive conversations, meetings, and events / Meryl Runion ; with Diane Windingland.

"From jump-starting meetings to motivating teams to turning any situation into a positive networking event, this streamlined guide provides you with the right words to: Highlight important topics in meetings or conversations; Motivate people to share resources and support; Add levity to personal or group interactions; Inspire collaboration and creativity; Pique curiosity about your message"--Page 4 of cover.

Section 1. Why: purpose-driven icebreakers -- Section 2. How: method-driven icebreakers -- Section 3. Who: people-driven icebreakers -- Section 4. What: topic-driven icebreakers -- Section 5. When and where: situation and location-based icebreakers -- Appendix: Phrases to find partners and form groups.