👔 Father’s Day Throwback
Celebrate teamwork like a family! Let’s gather ‘round to honor our project’s ‘dad moments’: the proud achievements, the dad jokes (mishaps), and the legacy we want to build for next sprint.
Template Columns
🎉 Dad Wins
Share the dad-like moves and team successes we tackled together this sprint.
Base column: What Went Well🧦 Sock Slips
Reveal the slip-ups, missed steps, or awkward ‘dad dance’ moments we faced.
Base column: What Went Wrong🛠️ Legacy Building
Discuss what traditions, habits, or improvements we want to add to our fatherly workflow.
Base column: What We Want to ImproveAbout this template
The Father’s Day Throwback retrospective uses a playful, family-themed approach for teams to celebrate wins, own their missteps, and build a stronger team legacy together.
When to use this template
Use this retrospective around Father's Day, after a particularly challenging sprint, or when your team needs a dose of fun team culture and lighthearted reflection.
How to facilitate
Set the scene by welcoming the team and introducing the Father’s Day family-theme, encouraging everyone to bring a playful and open mindset
Allow everyone a few quiet minutes to add notes in each column: Dad Wins for successes, Sock Slips for mishaps, and Legacy Building for future improvements or traditions
Invite team members to share highlights from each column, discussing what gave them pride, what made them laugh, and what could be learned
Facilitate a group discussion around patterns or themes, especially in Legacy Building, and brainstorm actionable steps for habits or changes to adopt next sprint
Review and prioritize the suggested improvements or traditions, turning agreed ideas into action items with clear owners
Wrap up with a positive note—invite everyone to share a funny dad joke or their proudest team moment to close the session on a high
Pro Tips
Encourage everyone to share a 'dad' anecdote or joke to set a relaxed, inclusive tone
Look for recurring themes in the ‘Sock Slips’ column to spot deeper workflow snags
Help the team focus on one or two meaningful legacy actions, rather than a long list that’s hard to sustain
If energy is low, consider adding a quick, lighthearted icebreaker related to family traditions
Remind participants to frame mishaps as learning opportunities, not personal criticisms
FAQ
What if my team isn't familiar with Father's Day or the theme feels awkward?
Focus on the spirit of celebrating team growth and learning through fun analogies. Adapt the language to suit your team's culture.
How do we avoid the session becoming too silly or unfocused?
Balance fun with purpose by anchoring discussions on real wins, lessons, and actionable improvements. Keep an eye on the time and redirect as needed.
What if participants aren’t engaging with the 'Legacy Building' column?
Prompt with specific questions, like what recurring habits helped or what traditions you’d wish to start. Sometimes giving examples will spark more ideas.
At a glance
- Duration
45–60 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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