Game of Thrones
A themed retrospective that maps the team's reality onto a fantasy kingdom. The castle is what the team is great at, the hole the current problems, the wall what could make it stronger, and the White Walkers the looming risks and challenges. The story-driven framing makes a strategic conversation feel engaging and easy to join.
What is this activity?
This retrospective format is inspired by the series Game of Thrones. The aim is to reflect on the team's strengths, current challenges, areas for improvement, and potential risks/challenges.
The Castle: What are we great at?
- List the team's strengths and accomplishments
The Hole: What are the current issues/problems?
- Identify the challenges and problems the team is facing
The Wall: What could make us a better team?
- Discuss potential improvements and ways to enhance team performance
The White Walkers: What are the potential risks/challenges?
- Discuss the potential risks and challenges that may arise in the future.
Action items:
- Summarize the main takeaways from the retrospective and outline next steps for improvement.
