Retrospectives
A retrospective is a structured session where a team pauses to look back at a period of work and figure out what went well, what didn't, and what to change going forward. Unlike a casual debrief or a venting session, a retrospective follows a deliberate process that moves the group from sharing experiences through analysis to concrete actions.
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What You'll Achieve with the Retrospectives Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
Improved team collaboration and communication.
Increased accountability through clear action assignments.
Enhanced problem-solving skills by reflecting on past work.
When to Use the Retrospectives Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
At the end of a sprint to reflect before moving on.
After a project milestone to capture lessons learned.
How the Retrospectives Workshop Works
A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process
1Setup
In this initial phase, the facilitator determines the scope of the retrospective and prepares the environment by choosing a format and setting up materials.
2Step 1: Set the Stage
The facilitator welcomes participants, establishes the retrospective's scope, and introduces working agreements to create a safe space for honest discussions.
3Step 2: Gather Data
Participants reflect on the previous period of work by writing down observations on sticky notes, which are then grouped to identify common themes and insights.
4Step 3: Generate Insights
The group reviews the clustered observations to identify key themes, facilitating discussions to understand underlying causes and patterns behind each theme.
Key Topics Covered in the Retrospectives Workshop
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