The Star Wars: The Agile Force Awakens retrospective uses an engaging sci-fi theme to help teams identify new actions, remove blockers, and celebrate strengths for continuous improvement.

When to use this template

This format is most effective for teams seeking a creative, fun way to reflect on practices and reinvigorate team engagement—especially after intense sprints or milestone projects.

How to facilitate

Set the stage by inviting the team into the Star Wars universe, explaining each column's metaphor and purpose.

Explain the guidelines for idea sharing, emphasizing open and honest feedback in each column.

Give everyone several minutes to add thoughts asynchronously to each column: Launch the Hyperdrive, Beware the Sith Traps, and Wield the Force.

Facilitate a round of group reading, clarifying any points and grouping similar items together collaboratively.

Guide a discussion on key items, focusing first on blockers, then exploring strengths and new ideas.

Have the team vote on top action items or areas for immediate attention.

Record action points with owners and agree on follow-up.

Close with a reflection on how this session's insights can help the team 'master the Jedi arts' of collaboration and improvement.

Pro Tips

Build a custom playlist or soundboard with iconic Star Wars music to set the scene for better engagement.

Tie specific team strengths to Star Wars references (e.g., 'Our communication is as precise as a Jedi’s lightsaber').

Prompt quieter team members directly, inviting their input to ensure every voice is heard.

Encourage the team to use the theme when phrasing comments; creative flair makes the session more memorable.

Summarize and share agreed actions with clear Star Wars analogies to help the team remember them.

FAQ

Do Star Wars references distract from real issues?

Themed retros add fun, but always steer discussions back to real team practices and actions. The theme is a tool to boost engagement, not avoid challenges.

What if someone is unfamiliar with Star Wars?

Provide a quick overview and clarify that participation is welcome regardless of fandom. Focus on the column meanings rather than deep lore.

How do we turn themed insights into actionable improvements?

Connect feedback to specific next steps, and translate themed language into concrete actions with clear ownership and follow-up.

Is this format suitable for serious team challenges?

While fun, the format supports open discussion—facilitators should balance light-heartedness with focus when tackling sensitive topics.

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At a glance

Duration
45–60 min
Team Size
4-10 people
Columns
3 columns
Base Format
Start, Stop, Continue

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🌌⚔️ Star Wars: The Agile Force Awakens

May the Agile Force be with us! Join this intergalactic retrospective as we discover which practices fuel our starship, which belong to the dark side, and how we can master the Jedi arts of collaboration.

Template Columns

🚀 Launch the Hyperdrive

🛑 Beware the Sith Traps

✨ Wield the Force

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