Energisers · Trust & communication
Two Truths and a Lie
Each person shares three short statements about themselves; the others guess which one is invented. Works in a room, on video or both.
Quick answer
How do you run Two Truths and a Lie with a team?
Each person shares three short statements about themselves; the others guess which one is invented. Works in a room, on video or both. Duration: 15 minutes. Group size: 4–60 people. Setting: Hybrid. Below you will find a step-by-step guide, the materials and facilitator tips.
- Duration
- 15 minutes
- Group size
- 4–60 people
- Setting
- Hybrid
- Energy level
- Calm
- Materials
- Nothing required, Optional: sticky notes or a shared online board, Optional: a poll tool for remote voters
- Price
- Free, no sign-up
Objective
Help colleagues learn surprising things about each other and break the ice.
Materials
- Nothing required
- Optional: sticky notes or a shared online board
- Optional: a poll tool for remote voters
Step by step
- Give everyone two minutes to write two true facts and one believable lie.
- In groups of up to 10, one person reads their three statements.
- The others vote (hands up, chat or poll) on which statement is the lie.
- The speaker reveals the answer and may add a one-line story.
- Rotate until everyone has had a turn.
Facilitator tips
- Encourage work-safe, light facts; nobody should feel pushed to share personal details.
- For large groups, use breakout groups of 6–8 so the session stays under 20 minutes.
Variations
- Theme it: travel, first jobs or hidden talents.
- Team edition: each team writes statements about the team.
Accessibility
No movement needed. Allow written statements in the chat for people who prefer not to speak, and keep captions on for remote participants.
