The Ryder Cup Retrospective

The Ryder Cup Retrospective Board is designed to facilitate effective retrospectives for product managers, engineers, and project managers. This board follows the Agile methodology and provides a structured approach to reflect on past projects and identify areas of improvement.

About this template

The Ryder Cup Retrospective Board is inspired by the famous golf tournament, where teams from Europe and the United States compete against each other. This template borrows the concept of friendly competition to encourage collaboration and continuous improvement within your team.

How to use this template

Follow the steps below to get the most of this retro for you and your team.

1. Set the Stage

Start by gathering your team in a comfortable and conducive environment. Begin the retrospective by explaining the purpose and goals of the session. Emphasize the importance of open and honest communication, as well as the commitment to finding actionable solutions.

2. Reflect on the Past

Using the cards, encourage participants to share their thoughts and experiences. Each team member should contribute their insights, focusing on specific events, actions, or decisions that impacted the project's outcome.

3. Dot vote for the most important tickets

Use the "Dot Vote" sectionto prioritize the most important tickets on the board. Each team member can use the provided golf ball tokens to cast their votes. This process helps identify the key areas that require attention and action.

4. Reflect and Discuss

Utilize the "Rate the Retro" section to evaluate the retrospective session itself. Encourage team members to place their golf ball tokens on the scale, ranging from "double bogey" to "eagle," based on their perception of the retro's effectiveness. This step promotes self-reflection and provides valuable feedback for future improvements.