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Summary

This article introduces a creative approach to Scrum retrospectives by using a superhero theme to boost team engagement and creativity. I present a structured retrospective agenda that includes a warm-up activity where team members create their superhero personas, and the FLAP (Future directions, Lessons learned, Accomplishments, Problem areas) method to generate insights. The article uses speech balloons to capture key takeaways and actions. You will learn how to conduct a themed retrospective that will make your team’s retrospective sessions more enjoyable and effective by thinking outside the box.

Key Concepts

• Themed Retrospectives: This aproach will lead You to consider the situation differently, the mind likes to be tricked to unleash its creative power.
• Superhero Warm-up Exercise: Each team member introduces themselves as a Superhero, unveiling their role, strength, and weaknesses.
• FLAP Exercise: Use Future directions, Lessons learned, Accomplishments, Problem areas to explore the data
• Speech balloons Exercise: Use speech balloons to express the main takeaways and filter data.

References

• FLAP Activity
• Superhero Quotes