💘❤️ Cupid's Arrow
Aim true like Cupid's bow—share what we should launch, let go, and keep soaring to hit the heart of our sprint goals.
Template Columns
🏹💖 New Targets
Identify fresh initiatives to spark collaboration and love in our workflow.
Base column: Start🛑💔 Missed Shots
Highlight practices that miss the mark and should be halted.
Base column: Stop💞✨ Sweet Successes
Celebrate actions that keep our team’s spirit thriving.
Base column: ContinueAbout this template
A love‑themed start‑stop‑continue retrospective that identifies new initiatives, halts ineffective practices, and celebrates successes to hit sprint goals.
When to use this template
Use when the team needs a fresh, engaging way to align on priorities and reinforce positive behaviors after a sprint.
How to facilitate
Begin with a brief warm‑up, reminding the team of the sprint goal and the Cupid's Arrow theme
Ask participants to write down ideas for New Targets, Missed Shots, and Sweet Successes on virtual sticky notes
Group similar ideas together and discuss each column, focusing on actionable items
Vote on the top three items in each column to prioritize
Create concrete action items for the selected New Targets and Stop items, assigning owners and due dates
Close with a quick appreciation round, highlighting the team's commitment
Pro Tips
Add emojis or icons to virtual cards to keep the love theme lively
Limit discussion time per item to avoid deep dives that stall the session
Invite quieter members to share via chat or anonymous input
FAQ
What if the team struggles to generate ideas for Missed Shots?
Prompt with specific examples of recent blockers or ask each person to share one thing that slowed them down, then capture those as Missed Shots.
How do we keep the session from running too long?
Set a timer for each column discussion and stick to it; if an item needs deeper analysis, move it to a follow‑up meeting.
Can this format work for larger groups?
Yes, break the group into smaller breakout rooms for the idea‑generation phase, then reconvene to share and vote on the consolidated list.
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At a glance
- Duration
45–60 min
- Team Size
4-12 people
- Columns
3 columns
- Base Format
Start, Stop, Continue
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