Opportunity Connection Slides Group Employment Game
The Opportunity
Connection
Social Capital. Professional Growth. Real Opportunities.
“Two people apply for the same job.”
“One gets hired because they knew somebody.”
Mission Overview
Today, we are completing Challenges to earn Opportunity Points in your Quest Log.
Warm-Up: Bingo
The best network is the one already in this room.
How to Play:
• Talk to your peers.
• Match the Bingo squares.
• Fill your house!
10:00
Starts Now
01
Start the
Conversation
Scenario:
“You are at a community event. You don't know anyone. How do you break the ice?”
Good Start:
"Hi, my name is... how do you know the host?"
Danger Zone:
"I need a job. Do you have one for me?"
02
Who Would
You Talk To?
Select the best person for each goal:
Goal A
Need a reference for a job application.
Goal B
Want to volunteer to build your resume.
Goal C
Looking for actual job openings.
03
The Missed Opportunity
Jordan hears: “My warehouse is hiring.”
Jordan says: “Cool.” ...and leaves.
Mission: List 3 active questions in your Quest Log to turn this into an interview invitation.
Mixer Prep:
Your Intro
Before we start the Mixer, you need a plan.
The Formula:
Name + Current Goal + One Question.
CHOOSE YOUR TARGET
Pick one person you want to meet!
The Networking
Mixer
Your Mission:
Introduce yourself
Ask a professional question
Record your progress!
Hunt the Elite Employer
Impress them to earn the Golden Ticket Reward in your Quest Log!
Final Scoreboard
Team 1
0
Points
Team 2
0
Points
Team 3
0
Points
Team 4
0
Points
Mission Accomplished
"Networking means building Social Capital that leads to opportunities."
Exit Ticket
What is the most helpful square you signed on Bingo?
Which Challenge was the easiest to complete?
Who is one person YOU will connect with this week?
Mission Control Guide Facilitator Resource
Mission Control
Guide
Opportunity Connection
90-Minute Training
Phase Time Materials Warm-Up: Bingo 15 Min Bingo Handout, Slide 3 Challenge 1: Conversation 15 Min Slide 4, Quest Log Challenge 2: Who to Talk To? 15 Min Slide 5, Quest Log Challenge 3: Missed Opportunity 15 Min Slide 6, Quest Log Mixer Prep: Your Intro 10 Min Quest Log, Slide 7 Final: The Networking Mixer 15 Min Quest Log, Slide 8 Scoring & Wrap Up 5 Min Slides 9-11
Warm-Up: Connection Bingo
Start by having students walk around the group and find people who match their Bingo squares. Use this as a high-energy transition from arrival to active learning.
Phase 1: Challenges
Use Slides 4, 5, and 6 to lead group discussions. For each challenge, reward the fastest or most thoughtful team with points on the scoreboard.
"Networking is a skill you practice, not a talent you are born with."
Mixer Prep: Your Intro
Give students 5 minutes to write down their "Mission Plan" in their Quest Log. They should choose one professional goal (e.g., "Find an apprenticeship") and one question they will ask an employer.
Final: The Networking Mixer
The Main Event.
Students move through the room to complete the missions in their Quest Log. They must meet at least 3 new people and record one professional takeaway from each conversation.
Facilitator Role:
Walk around and 'Verify' missions. If a student shows you a completed mission, check their box in the Quest Log. Keep the energy high with background music!
Final Score & Debrief
Calculate final team scores based on Quest Log completion. Review the Exit Ticket questions on Slide 11.
Facilitator Master Notes
Misconception Alert:
Students often think networking is "bothering" people. Remind them that experts love sharing their journey with eager learners.
Engagement Tip:
If the room goes quiet, introduce a "Speed Connect" round—every 60 seconds, everyone must find a new partner.
Connection Bingo Handout Connection Bingo
Meet your network. Find someone who...
Name:
How to Play:
Walk around and talk to your group. Find someone who matches a square and have them sign their name (or write it). Try to get a line or a full house!
Has worked in customer service
Can speak more than one language
Has a valid driver's license
Has volunteered in the last year
Wants to learn a new trade skill
Free Space
Has updated their resume recently
Knows someone who is hiring
Has worked a night shift before
Is looking for a full-time role
Has experience using power tools
Knows how to use Excel or Word
Has more than 2 years of work history
Likes working as part of a team
Wants to be a manager one day
Has completed a training course
Networking Fact:
"Everyone in this room has skills and connections that could help you. You just have to ask."
Networking Quest Log Networking Quest Log
Track your connections. Unlock your future.
Player Name:
Phase 1: Challenge Achievements
Challenge 1: The Opener
Identified "Good Starts" vs "Danger Zones" in a conversation.
Challenge 2: Who to Talk To?
Selected the right connection for the right professional goal.
Challenge 3: Follow Up
Turned a "Missed Opportunity" into 3 active questions.
Phase 2: The Mixer Missions
Live Connection Missions
1
Introduced myself to a stranger with a smile.
2
Asked someone about their professional background.
3
Gave or received one piece of career advice.
4
Found the "Elite Employer" for a Golden Ticket!
The Opportunity Vault
Interview
Reference
Volunteer
Recommendation
Facilitator will check these off as you earn them.
