The Somebodiness Scavenger Hunt.
A Team Activity to Spark Connection, Stories and Shared Strengths.
Inclusion starts with knowing the people we work with—not just what they do, but who they are. The Somebodiness Scavenger Hunt is a fun, flexible activity that invites teams to recognize one another’s stories, strengths and lived experiences. It’s not about putting anyone on the spot—it’s about building everyday trust and connection in ways that feel real and human.
You can use these prompts in many ways:
✔️ As icebreakers in meetings
✔️ During onboarding to help new team members connect
✔️ At retreats, learning sessions, or team-building days
✔️ In buddy systems or peer mentoring groups
✔️ Or simply posted on a breakroom board or shared over team chat throughout the week
Want a printable version of the full list below? Use the download button below to take it with you and share with your team.
Find someone who … / Who on our team …
1. … can speak or understand more than one language.
2. … has worked in more than three different kinds of jobs.
3. … remembers their very first job and what it taught them.
4. … learned something useful from a mistake.
5. … has a surprising or little-known talent.
6. … enjoys building, fixing, or making things.
7. … has worked in both quiet and busy work environments.
8. … has learned a new skill in the last year.
9. … has worked a job where they wore a uniform.
10. … enjoys teaching or showing others how to do something.
11. … has lived in more than one city, state, or country.
12. … has worked here for more than five years.
13. … has joined the team in the last six months.
14. … brings calm energy during busy days.
15. … can name a mentor or role model who influenced them.
16. … likes solving puzzles or fixing problems.
17. … has shared a helpful idea that made work better.
18. … has worked both in a team and alone.
19. … enjoys learning from people with different views.
20. … knows how to cook something from their family or culture.
21. … has ever taken a class or training outside of work.
22 … has worked with the public or customers before.
23. … enjoys helping others succeed at work.
24. … has experience working with their hands.
25. … grew up in a different type of community (rural, urban, suburban).
26. … has been part of a great team before, and knows what made it great.
27. … likes organizing things or creating order.
28. … can name a time they felt appreciated at work.
29. … has a hobby or interest outside of work that energizes them.
30. … has ever trained or onboarded a new team member.
31. … has found a way to stay positive during change.
32. … has taken a chance on learning something new.
33. … knows a fun fact about their name or background.
34. … enjoys listening to people’s stories or perspectives.
35. … likes finding ways to save time or improve how things are done.
36. … has contributed to something that made the workplace better.
37. … likes using humor to build a connection.
38. … has had a job that taught them patience.
39. … has learned something helpful from someone younger or older than them.
40. … enjoys celebrating small wins.
41. … has made someone feel included at work.
42. … likes encouraging people when they’re having a rough day.
43. … has led a project, even informally.
44. … knows how to use tools or equipment others might not.
45. … has brought people together for a shared purpose.
46. … has created or improved a system that helps the team.
47. … is known for being dependable.
48. … likes trying new approaches to old problems.
49. … is proud of how they show up on this team.
50. … believes every person has something valuable to offer.
51. … has a favorite quote or saying they try to live by.
52. … enjoys learning from people with different backgrounds.
53. … has made someone feel welcome on their first day.
54. … likes to celebrate team wins, big or small.
55. … has found creative ways to solve problems at work.
56. … brings a strength to the team that others rely on.
57. … likes learning by doing, not just reading or watching.
58. … believes kindness is part of being a good teammate.
59. … is known for showing up when it matters most.
60. … enjoys helping others feel confident in what they do.