👹💦 Gremlins Misadventures
Let's dive into the world of mischievous Gremlins! Explore what went smoothly (before midnight), what pesky hiccups disrupted our project, and how we can tame the chaos for future success. Let’s transform our efforts into a Gremlin-free zone!
Template Columns
🌟 Midnight Miracles
Celebrate the things that went perfectly before the clock struck twelve.
Base column: What Went Well👿 Gremlin Mischief
Identify the naughty disruptions that caused trouble in our project.
Base column: What Went Wrong🛠️ Gizmo Upgrades
Suggest fixes to tame the chaos and equip us better for future adventures.
Base column: What We Want to ImproveAbout this template
Gremlins Misadventures retrospective uses a playful theme to uncover successes, challenges, and improvements through metaphorical Gremlins.
When to use this template
Use this fun retrospective when addressing recent project outcomes requiring exploration of successes, issues, and improvement paths.
How to facilitate
Start by introducing the 'Gremlins' theme and explain the meaning of each column.
Warm up the discussion by sharing examples of 'Midnight Miracles' where things went smoothly.
Move on to 'Gremlin Mischief,' encouraging the team to share disruptions that hindered progress.
Finally, brainstorm on 'Gizmo Upgrades,' detailing actionable improvements to prevent future challenges.
Summarize the key insights from each column and agree on top action items to address moving forward.
Conclude by thanking everyone for their participation and reflect on the value of the discussion.
Pro Tips
Encourage quiet team members to contribute by directly asking or supporting written input.
Use the theme metaphor (Gremlins) to lighten the tone of sensitive feedback.
Define specific next steps under 'Gizmo Upgrades' with clear ownership and deadlines.
Challenge the team to focus on constructive insights, going beyond surface-level observations.
Close the retrospective by restating the key takeaways and acknowledging everyone's input.
FAQ
How can I inspire creativity using the Gremlin metaphor?
Share playful examples of Gremlins disrupting workflows or successes representing midnight achievements to spark participation.
What if the team struggles to find actionable improvements?
Encourage breaking down issues into smaller components and discussing one aspect to uncover feasible improvements.
How do I keep the team engaged in a virtual setting?
Use interactivity tools like polls or breakout rooms during the session to drive discussions for each column.
At a glance
- Duration
45–60 min
- Team Size
4-12 people
- Columns
3 columns
- Base Format
What Went Well, What Went Wrong, What We Want to Improve
Tags
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