What we like – our interests, values, and experiences – says a lot about us. They shape who we are. The Favorites Thumball is designed to spark meaningful conversations through 32 engaging discussion prompts, encouraging participants to share their favorite people, places, things, experiences, and preferences and build relationships at work.

Talking about favorites is more than just small talk – it builds relationships at work and creates connections by highlighting commonalities, sparking curiosity, and opening the door for deeper discussions. When colleagues take the time to learn about one another in a fun and interactive way, they build rapport, strengthen teamwork, and enhance workplace morale. These personal connections lead to better communication, increased empathy, and a more cohesive and supportive work environment.

Use the Favorites Thumball in your next training as an icebreaker, movement break, or activity component to build relationships at work. For maximum effectiveness, explain the importance of understanding colleagues at the personal level and create an inviting environment where everyone feels welcome to share their favorites.

To make it easier, before tossing the ball around, ask for "one of your favorites" instead of requiring people to share their all-time favorite things – this makes it much easier to answer on the spot!

The Favorites Thumball covers a variety of topics:

• Locations and destinations
• Ways to spend time
• Cuisines
• Art forms
• Preferences

By playing in teams, participants will achieve the following outcomes:

• Build connections through shared interests and experiences.
• Encourage self-expression and active listening.
• Create a fun and engaging atmosphere for conversation.

Looking for a fun and effortless way to break the ice and spark meaningful conversations? Thumballs are one of the best collaboration activities for teams. Just toss, catch, and respond to the prompt under your thumb – it's that simple. With engaging and intuitive topics, Thumballs create a relaxed, stress-free environment that energizes any training session, encourages participation, and makes learning more interactive. Get ready to turn every toss into a chance for connection, insight, and fun.

Mary Miller Pembleton, a speech pathologist, created Thumball™ to engage her students with learning challenges by combining speech activities with ball games. After a dream inspired her to market the product, she and her husband Gregg developed and patented Thumball™, which is now used to improve communication and social skills in various settings. Their business, Answers In Motion, also customizes Thumballs for HRDQ and other companies. The product's success has grown with increased publicity and sales, fulfilling their vision of making Thumball™ a household name.