🇮🇳🏔️ Indian Geography Adventure
Embark on a journey through India's rich geography to review our project! Discover mountain-high successes, identify stormy monsoons, and chart rivers of continuous improvement. Let's navigate this beautiful landscape together!
Template Columns
🏔️ Himalayan Heights
Identify the highest peaks of our achievements so far and celebrate them.
Base column: Start🌋 Desert Storms
Reflect on what challenges or patterns we should leave behind to avoid getting stuck.
Base column: Stop🌾 Fertile Plains
Share what is currently working well and should continue flourishing.
Base column: Continue🌊 Changing Tides
Propose fresh ideas to adapt like the changing flow of mighty rivers.
Base column: ChangeAbout this template
The Indian Geography Adventure retrospective guides teams to reflect on project progress using geographic metaphors to identify successes, challenges, and opportunities for growth.
When to use this template
Use this retrospective to reflect on a recent project or sprint, seeking a fresh and exploratory perspective.
How to facilitate
Open with a brief explanation of the geographic metaphor's purpose and its relation to the team's project journey.
Start with the 'Himalayan Heights' column, encouraging the team to celebrate significant achievements and milestones.
Move to 'Desert Storms' and have the team identify areas of struggle or behaviors that should be avoided moving forward.
Discuss contributions in 'Fertile Plains,' highlighting patterns and activities that are fruitful and supportive.
Conclude with 'Changing Tides,' brainstorming ideas for new approaches and future adjustments.
Review all columns to validate alignment and commitment to discussed actions.
Pro Tips
Use thematic imagery or music of Indian geography to immerse participants.
Encourage storytelling related to the metaphors to personalize the insights.
Ensure a balance of reflection and forward-planning to maintain engagement.
FAQ
What if team members struggle to contribute to the 'Himalayan Heights' column?
Prompt the team to reflect on both large and small wins, highlighting everyday achievements as well.
How can I keep the discussion on track in the 'Desert Storms' column?
Set a time limit for each section to ensure discussions are concise and outcomes-oriented.
At a glance
- Duration
45-60 min
- Team Size
4-10 people
- Columns
4 columns
- Base Format
Start, Stop, Continue, Change
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