Good article on How to Open a workshop
From Bob Pike   http://www.bobpikegroup.com/Resources/Articles/521  Use this opener as a fun way to introduce brainstorming, and team building.     Objective: Brainstorm humorous endings to common clichés that help to describe a job, company or process.  Audience: Any training audience  Time: 20 minutes  Group Size: Under 50 people  Materials: One handout with the clichés per person or team