Energy Levels Retrospective

Check how your team is feeling, energy-wise, about their work.

In the realm of team collaboration, maintaining high energy levels is the key to sustained success. The "Energy Levels Retrospective" offers a structured yet straightforward format to assess, understand, and enhance the collective energy of your team.

What is this retrospective format?

The "Energy Levels Retrospective" is a reflective exercise designed to delve into the highs and lows of a project or activity. It consists of three core components:

Energy Boost: Reflect on moments that energized you during the project. These could be successes, positive collaborations, or any experiences that fueled your enthusiasm.

Energy Drain: Identify aspects that drained your energy. This could include challenges, communication issues, or any factors that felt like an energy setback.

Recharging your Batteries: Envision strategies and actions that could re-energize you and the team. This segment focuses on proactive solutions to maintain and enhance energy levels.

When is it best to use this retrospective activity?

This retrospective is most effective at the conclusion of a project, a sprint, or any significant work phase. 

By reflecting on energy levels at the end of a cycle, teams can identify patterns, celebrate successes, and address challenges to improve future collaboration.