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One Word

Each person sums up the sprint in exactly one word, then the words are explored. The fastest retro there is — perfect as a check-in or when time collapsed.

Steps

  1. 2 min
    Set the stage

    One word each about the sprint — no explanations yet.

  2. 3 min
    Choose your word

    Think silently and write the word down.

  3. 7 min
    Share round

    Each person shows their word and explains it in two sentences.

  4. 3 min
    Theme and action

    Name the shared theme; agree one small action if one emerges.