š„š Backyard BBQ Bash
Time to fire up our agile grill! Reflect on what sizzled, what got burned, and how we can turn up the flavor next sprint. Letās cook up some improvements together!
Template Columns
š„ Sizzling Successes
Share the highlights that made this sprint as satisfying as the perfect BBQ.
Base column: What Went Wellš„µ Overcooked Moments
Discuss the issues that left us a bit charred or underwhelmed this sprint.
Base column: What Went Wrongš½ Extra Seasoning Needed
Identify ways to spice up our process and grill up even better results next time.
Base column: What We Want to ImproveAbout this template
The Backyard BBQ Bash retrospective invites your team to reflect on wins, pain points, and improvement ideas using a fun BBQ theme, fostering open and engaging dialogue.
When to use this template
Use this template when your team needs a fresh, energizing format to celebrate successes, address challenges, and brainstorm actionable improvements.
How to facilitate
Kick off by welcoming the team, introducing the BBQ theme, and explaining the purpose of each column to set a fun, casual tone.
Ask everyone to note their Sizzling Successes, focusing on highlights and positive moments from the sprint.
Move on to Overcooked Moments, encouraging candid sharing of what didnāt go as planned or felt overwhelming.
Have the team brainstorm Extra Seasoning Needed, identifying specific actions or processes that could enhance future sprints.
Review all contributions as a group and discuss any notable patterns or surprises, giving everyone a chance to clarify or expand.
Collaboratively select key action items from the Extra Seasoning column to implement in the next sprint.
Wrap up by acknowledging the teamās input and commitment to continuous improvement, closing the retrospective on a positive, forward-looking note.
Pro Tips
Set the mood by opening with a fun BBQ-related icebreaker to get everyone relaxed and talking.
Encourage quieter team members to add their ideas via sticky notes or chat to ensure every voice is heard before group discussion.
Use specific examples for both successes and challenges to move beyond vague feedback.
Limit time spent in each column to keep the retrospective focused and energetic.
Revisit previous āExtra Seasoningā action items to track progress and build accountability over time.
FAQ
What if team members hesitate to share Overcooked Moments?
Remind everyone that honest reflection is essential for growth and frame feedback as chances to improve, not criticize.
How do we ensure Extra Seasoning Needed leads to real change?
Define clear, actionable and time-bound improvements and assign owners for accountability before closing the retrospective.
Is this format suitable for larger teams?
For teams over ten people, split into breakout groups to keep discussions lively and give everyone a voice.
At a glance
- Duration
45ā60 min
- Team Size
4-10 people
- Columns
3 columns
- Base Format
What Went Well, What Went Wrong, What We Want to Improve
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Use this template to run your next retrospective