standard retrospective templates
Four Ls Retrospective
A structured reflection using Liked, Learned, Lacked, and Longed for categories to analyze sprint performance
What? So What? Now What? Retrospective
A structured reflection framework for systematic problem analysis and action planning
Agile Retrospective
A structured way to reflect on the past sprint and identify improvements.
Start Stop Retrospective
Retrospective Idea - A focused retrospective for clear, actionable team improvements
Drop Add Keep Improve Retrospective
Identify areas for change and continuity.
Fishbone (Ishikawa) Retrospective
Run a fishbone (Ishikawa) diagram to find the root causes of team challenges using the proven cause-and-effect method.
Cross-Team Collaboration Retrospective
Boost teamwork through open communication and trust-building across silos.
Daily Standup
Boost team alignment and productivity through quick daily check-ins.
Sprint Retrospective
Reflect on the past sprint and identify areas for continuous improvement.
Start Stop Continue Retrospective
A free Start Stop Continue template for surfacing actionable team improvements and maintaining successful practices.
Must Should Could Won't Retrospective
Prioritize initiatives using clear decision criteria for better project outcomes
Sailboat Retrospective
Visualize team progress as a journey at sea with winds, anchors, and opportunities
KALM Retrospective
Balance continuity and change with structured reflection
SWOT Analysis
A SWOT matrix to evaluate Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats — internal and external factors affecting success
Strategic Roadmap Planning
Align priorities and plan strategic initiatives.
Sprint Review Feedback
Gather actionable feedback on your sprint review process.
Rate of Improvement Retrospective
Evaluate team progress and identify areas for accelerated growth.
Norm Kerth's Prime Directive Retrospective - Original Four
Reflect on team performance with empathy and insight
Anchors & Engines Retrospective
Sprint retrospective idea – See what is driving your team forward and holding them back
WRAP Retrospective
A structured approach to reflect on wishes, risks, appreciations, and puzzles within your team.
Mountain Climber Retrospective
Overcome roadblocks, strengthen teamwork, and reach your summit.
Mad Sad Glad Retrospective
Reflect on highs, lows, and frustrations
Scrum Values
Strengthen your team's agile mindset by reflecting on Scrum's core values
FLAP Retrospective
A structured reflection framework focusing on future planning and past learning
Lean Coffee
A structured but agenda-less meeting for open discussion.
Rose Bud Thorn Retrospective
A nature-inspired Rose Bud Thorn (or Rose Thorn Bud) template for reflecting on successes, opportunities, and challenges.
Starfish Retrospective
Identify areas for improvement and growth in a structured way.
Definition of Done
Align your team on what "done" truly means.
