🎤🍺 Quahog Chronicles: A Family Guy Retro
Step into Quahog and reflect like Peter, Brian, and the gang! Explore the zany sitcom-style moments of our sprint. Recap the laughs (successes), blunders (challenges), and plan for an even more epic next episode.
Template Columns
🤣 Griffins' Greatest Moments
Celebrate the successes and hilarious highlights from our sprint—the times we really nailed it.
Base column: What Went Well🤦♂️ Peter's Oopsies
Point out the mishaps and challenges that tripped us up—you know, the moments that felt like one of Peter’s plans gone awry.
Base column: What Went Wrong🌟 Next Episode Promos
Suggest improvements and plans for the future, inspired by how we’d write the best ‘next episode.’
Base column: What We Want to ImproveAbout this template
The 'Quahog Chronicles: A Family Guy Retro' retrospective format uses humor and sitcom-themed reflection to explore successes, challenges, and improvements.
When to use this template
Use this fun, thematic retrospective when your team needs a boost in morale or a lighter approach to reflect on their work.
How to facilitate
Introduce the retrospective format and explain the Family Guy theme to set a lighthearted tone.
Review the columns and their significance, associating each with humorous references to the show.
Ask participants to spend 10 minutes writing their observations into each column as per the categories.
In a round-robin or popcorn style, discuss contributions as a group, connecting themes and timelines as needed.
Encourage the team to identify patterns and construct actionable improvements from the insights shared.
Wrap up with a shared acknowledgment of the effort and dedication of the team during the sprint.
Pro Tips
Ensure the theme aligns with the team's spirit and is enjoyable for all.
Encourage sharing light moments, maintaining an inclusive and respectful environment.
Allocate adequate time for each section to allow meaningful discussions.
Have someone facilitate and balance humor with productivity.
Summarize the key takeaways visually for later reference.
FAQ
What if someone in the team isn't familiar with Family Guy?
Explain the concept briefly and focus on the theme of light-hearted humor rather than detailed show references.
How can I ensure actionable takeaways amidst the humoristic setting?
After the free-form sharing, allocate time to specifically draw insights and craft improvement plans.
Can this format be used for serious performance discussions?
While the format encourages levity, ensure balancing humor with a clear focus on objectives and improvement plans.
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
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