A spectrum game for opinion-sharing.
A this-or-that spectrum game for team meetings. Everyone places themselves between two opposing ends of a question, then all positions are revealed at once.
Only the facilitator signs in. Participants just join.
How it works
Place yourself on a spectrum between two opposing ideas, then reveal and discuss where everyone stands. Great for sparking conversations about team similarities and differences.
Why this works
Placing a dot on a slider is the lowest-effort form of self-disclosure there is. It works even for the most reluctant participant. The simultaneous reveal is what sparks the real conversation ("wait, who is the only one on that end?") and surfaces small differences that often turn into useful follow-up discussions in the meeting itself.
What facilitators say
Because no one sees where others landed before committing, the simultaneous reveal prevents the anchoring you get with a show of hands or a verbal poll.
Where it lands
Who it's for
- New teams forming after a reorg or project kick-off
- Sprint retrospective warm-ups
- All-hands openers with a large or mixed group
- Quiet teams that benefit from a low-effort form of self-disclosure
Best for
- 2-minute standup opener — working style or preference question
- Sprint retro warm-up — team mood or energy check
- All-hands opener to surface team sentiment before a leader update
- New team kick-off — values or working style alignment
When not to use this game
Don't use sensitive or politically charged spectrums in professional settings. Questions that touch on personal beliefs or identity make participants uncomfortable when their position is visible to managers and colleagues. Keep the questions about working style, preferences, and team context.
Facilitator script
Place your dot anywhere on the spectrum between the two ends. There's no right answer. Everyone's position is revealed at the same time.