⚡️🔋 Spark of Motivation
Ignite the team's drive! Reflect on what fuels our energy, what drains it, and how we keep the momentum soaring in our sprint.
Template Columns
🚀 Launch New Sparks
Identify fresh actions that will boost motivation and energize the team.
Base column: Start🛑 Extinguish Energy Drains
Pinpoint habits or obstacles that sap motivation and should be halted.
Base column: Stop💡 Keep the Flame Alive
Highlight practices that sustain motivation and should be maintained.
Base column: ContinueAbout this template
A quick, energizing retrospective that uncovers what fuels the team, what drains it, and how to sustain momentum.
When to use this template
Use when motivation feels uneven or after a high‑intensity sprint to re‑ignite energy.
How to facilitate
Set the stage by reminding the team of the sprint goal and the purpose of the Spark of Motivation retrospective.
Ask participants to silently write down examples of new actions that could boost motivation, then share them in the Launch New Sparks column.
Collect items that have been draining energy, add them to the Extinguish Energy Drains column, and discuss why they hinder motivation.
Gather practices that are already working well, place them in the Keep the Flame Alive column, and explore how to reinforce them.
Prioritize the top two items from each column, assign owners, and define concrete next steps before closing.
Pro Tips
Use a quick pulse check (1‑5 scale) at the start to gauge current morale and compare later.
Encourage concise, action‑oriented wording for each item to make follow‑up easier.
Rotate the facilitator role so different voices shape the motivation conversation.
FAQ
What if the team struggles to find new ideas for motivation?
Prompt with specific questions like 'What helped you feel energized this sprint?' or share a personal win to spark thinking.
How do we prevent the list from becoming a blame board?
Frame every item as a behavior or circumstance, not a person, and keep the tone solution‑focused.
Can we run this after a short sprint?
Yes, the format is lightweight and works well after any sprint length, especially when morale shifts quickly.
How many items should we keep in each column?
Aim for 5‑7 items per column to keep discussion focused; excess items can be grouped or deferred.
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At a glance
- Duration
45–60 min
- Team Size
4-12 people
- Columns
3 columns
- Base Format
Start, Stop, Continue
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