Retrospective templates
Six retrospective formats, each with the questions to ask, a timed agenda and facilitation tips. Pick one and start a free board in a click. No account needed.
Which format should we use?
- Your team is new to retrospectivesGood / Bad / Improve
- The last sprint was tense or disappointingMad / Sad / Glad
- You want concrete actions, not just discussionStart / Stop / Continue
- You're closing out a project or release4Ls
- You're planning ahead and want to surface risksSailboat
- You want a quick process tune-upDAKI
All templates
- GoodBadImprove
Good / Bad / Improve
The simplest retrospective format: what went well, what didn't, and what to change next sprint.
3 columns · about 45 minutes
Read the guide - MadSadGlad
Mad / Sad / Glad
A retrospective that names feelings, not just facts. Useful when morale, not process, is the real issue.
3 columns · about 50 minutes
Read the guide - StartStopContinue
Start / Stop / Continue
A behaviour-focused format: what to start doing, stop doing and keep doing. Every card is already an action.
3 columns · about 45 minutes
Read the guide - LikedLearnedLackedLonged For
4Ls
Liked, Learned, Lacked, Longed for. A broader look at the sprint that leaves room for learning and unmet needs.
4 columns · about 60 minutes
Read the guide - WindAnchorRocksIsland (Goal)
Sailboat
A visual metaphor: what pushes you forward, what holds you back, and what risks lie ahead.
4 columns · about 60 minutes
Read the guide - DropAddKeepImprove
DAKI
Drop, Add, Keep, Improve. A lightweight way to tune your process without a long discussion.
4 columns · about 40 minutes
Read the guide