🚀🪐 Starship Retrospective
Crew, gather in the command deck! Reflect on our cosmic journey: what propelled us forward, what tried to pull us back, and what missions lie ahead. Let’s navigate the universe of agile together!
Template Columns
🌌 Warp Drives
Share the stellar forces and successful maneuvers that propelled our mission forward.
Base column: Wind🪨 Space Debris
Identify the obstacles or space junk that slowed our journey through the stars.
Base column: Anchors🚦 Mission Directives
Decide on clear actions for the next phase of our intergalactic voyage.
Base column: ActionsAbout this template
The Starship Retrospective uses a space exploration theme to help teams reflect on recent work, celebrate achievements, tackle obstacles, and chart a course for future improvements.
When to use this template
Use this energetic, themed retrospective when your team needs to re-energize, revisit successes and setbacks, or set clear next steps after a major project phase or sprint.
How to facilitate
Welcome the crew and set the cosmic scene, explaining the Starship theme and each column's purpose.
Ask team members to add their thoughts to the 'Warp Drives' column, focusing on successes and positive momentum.
Move on to 'Space Debris' and encourage open sharing of blockers, challenges, or anything that disrupted progress.
Guide discussion around both previous columns, inviting clarification and deeper exploration of key themes.
Collaboratively brainstorm and prioritize practical next steps in the 'Mission Directives' column, aiming for clear, actionable items.
Wrap up the session by reviewing agreed-upon action items and assigning owners to each mission directive to ensure follow-through.
Close the retrospective with a quick pulse-check to gauge crew morale and readiness for the journey ahead.
Pro Tips
Invite team members to bring space-themed virtual backgrounds or sound effects to add playful energy and engagement.
Focus discussions on actionable items by frequently referring back to concrete examples in 'Warp Drives' and 'Space Debris'.
Timebox each discussion segment to ensure all columns receive adequate attention and the session stays on track.
Encourage quieter voices to share by using anonymous input features or by rotating opening remarks for each column.
FAQ
What if the team has trouble coming up with 'Warp Drives' or positives?
Prompt with targeted questions about recent accomplishments or moments of effective collaboration. Highlight even small wins to build momentum.
How can we keep the 'Space Debris' column constructive and not negative?
Remind the crew to focus on obstacles, not people, and frame discussion around problem-solving rather than blame or venting.
What if action items in 'Mission Directives' aren't followed up on?
Assign clear owners and deadlines for each action. Review progress at the start of the next retrospective to reinforce accountability and build trust.
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At a glance
- Duration
45–60 min
- Team Size
4-10 people
- Columns
3 columns
- Base Format
Wind, Anchors, Actions
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