One Person One Thought
In groups, each player takes a turn talking for 90 seconds while expressing one thought at a time to one person.
by Erica MarxGoal
Teaches speakers to pace their speaking
Keeps you grounded and connect to what your saying.
Grounds and connects you with each person.
Instructions
Each player takes a turn talking for 90 seconds while expressing one thought at a time to one person.
Instruct and demo
Topic: what are you doing this weekend / how did you make your breakfast this morning etc.
Coaching: encourage participants to be boring, what they say doesn’t matter, everything is right
example
Look at one person, start talking, one thought…. “This morning I first thought I’d have toast but then thought I should use up some leftovers”
Look at next person. “So I got the beans and cheese and tortillas out of the fridge”
Deliver one thought to one person. (not nec. one sentence)
Look at next person “I’m really fine with having dinner food for breakfast. I think it’s usually better food anyway”
ETC.
Purpose
Teaches speakers to pace their speaking
Keeps you grounded and connect to what your saying.
Grounds and connects you with each person.
Note - do this after Eye Contact Count
Background
from Jenny and Ellen (from Sue Walden??)
Author
I help teams connect, collaborate, and perform at their best in both virtual and in-person environments. As an executive and leadership coach, I design highly engaging experiences where people can think together, navigate challenges, and strengthen the way they work. With a background in leadership coaching, facilitation, and applied improvisation, I create interactive retreats, conferences, and networking events that energize participants and create lasting impact. My work creates the conditions for psychological safety, honest communication, and deep collaboration, allowing teams to build trust, navigate challenges, and achieve meaningful results together. I am deeply committed to mission-driven organizations. As a board member of the International Applied Improvisation Network, I partner with nonprofit and social justice leaders to help their teams thrive in fast-changing environments.
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