⚡️💥 Energy Boost

Let’s recharge our team’s batteries with an energizing retro! Focus on what powers us, what can spark new momentum, and how to zap away obstacles so we can reach our full potential together.
40–60 min
4-12 people
Based on: Keep, Add, Less, More
⚡️💥 Energy Boost
Template Columns
🔋 Reliable Power Sources

Highlight the things that consistently fuel our progress and should stay in our routine.

Base column: Keep
⚡️ New Sources of Energy

Suggest fresh ideas or practices that could give our team an extra jolt of energy.

Base column: Add
🌙 Energy Drainers

Identify processes or habits that sap our energy, so we can do them less often.

Base column: Less
☀️ Amplify the Buzz

Point out what energizes us the most and share ways to boost their presence even more.

Base column: More
About this template

The Energy Boost retrospective helps teams reflect on what fuels their momentum, spark new ideas for improvement, and eliminate energy drainers for a revitalized team dynamic.

When to use this template

Use this format when your team feels low on motivation, after an intense sprint, or anytime you want to refocus on positive energy and collaboration.

How to facilitate
1

Set the stage by inviting everyone to consider what boosts or drains their energy at work

2

Explain the four columns: Reliable Power Sources, New Sources of Energy, Energy Drainers, and Amplify the Buzz

3

Use silent brainstorming so team members can add thoughts to each column directly and without influence from others

4

Invite everyone to review the board and group similar items together to spot trends

5

Discuss each column in turn, exploring how to preserve power sources, try new ideas, minimize drainers, and amplify what works

6

Prioritize a small set of actionable improvements and assign owners for follow-up

7

Close with a quick round of appreciations or a fun re-energizing activity to keep team momentum high

Pro Tips

Kick off with a brief icebreaker or energizer to create the right mood

Encourage specific examples in each column to generate more actionable insights

Use the Amplify column to celebrate wins and reinforce positive team behaviors

Timebox each section so energy stays high throughout the retro

Invite quieter teammates to share their ideas in chat or comments if they're less comfortable speaking up

FAQ
How do I help the team open up about energy drainers without blaming others?

Remind everyone to focus on processes, not people, and frame feedback as opportunities for shared improvement rather than pointing fingers.

What if most suggestions in the 'New Sources of Energy' column feel unrealistic?

Encourage brainstorming, then together filter out ideas that are actionable right now versus those to revisit later, ensuring at least one new idea is trialed.

How do I prevent the retro from getting repetitive if we use 'Energy Boost' often?

Mix up the facilitation style, rotate who leads each section, or challenge the team to bring new examples each time to keep insights fresh.

At a glance
  • Duration

    40–60 min

  • Team Size

    4-12 people

  • Columns

    4 columns

  • Base Format

    Keep, Add, Less, More

Tags
team energy
motivation
reflection
team building
continuous improvement
online facilitation
Ready to get started?

Use this template to run your next retrospective