🦸♂️🦹 Superhero Blockbuster
Suit up, heroes! Let's reflect on our team's latest adventure. Share the victories, identify the villains holding us back, and propose the superpowers we need next. Together, we'll script our blockbuster success!
Template Columns
🌀 Heroic Winds
Highlight the forces that propelled our team to greatness in this episode.
Base column: Wind🦹 Kryptonite Anchors
Call out the obstacles or challenges that weakened us during our mission.
Base column: Anchors💡 Power-Up Plans
Suggest the actions or upgrades needed to become even more unstoppable.
Base column: ActionsAbout this template
The 'Superhero Blockbuster' retrospective helps teams reflect on what drove their success, the challenges faced, and actionable improvements to strengthen their future endeavors.
When to use this template
Use this format during milestone reviews or after a particularly challenging sprint to encourage an engaging and spirited reflection.
How to facilitate
Begin by introducing the theme and encouraging the team to adopt their superhero personas.
Explain the purpose of each column: reflecting on team strengths (Heroic Winds), obstacles (Kryptonite Anchors), and improvements (Power-Up Plans).
Give participants time to add their thoughts in each column on virtual sticky notes.
Discuss each column one by one, starting with Heroic Winds, and celebrate noted victories.
Move on to Kryptonite Anchors to address challenges faced, and encourage collaborative analysis of root causes.
Finally, review the Power-Up Plans and prioritize actions that can be executed in the upcoming period.
Summarize the findings and confirm ownership of key actionable tasks.
Close with a thank-you and encourage the team to reflect on their roles as superheroes in the project's success.
Pro Tips
Incorporate humor and superhero references to enhance engagement.
Use a timer to ensure discussions in each column stay focused and time-efficient.
Prepare specific examples to spark initial discussions.
Acknowledge every contribution to build inclusivity and morale.
Encourage action items to be concise and feasible.
FAQ
How can I encourage participation in this themed retrospective?
Start with an icebreaker activity related to superheroes to make the team comfortable with the theme.
What if discussions become too lengthy?
Set a timer for each column and gently remind the team to stay focused if necessary.
How can I ensure actionable outputs from the retrospective?
Discuss Power-Up Plans with a focus on SMART actions to ensure clarity and feasibility.
At a glance
- Duration
45–60 min
- Team Size
4-12 people
- Columns
3 columns
- Base Format
Wind, Anchors, Actions
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Use this template to run your next retrospective