🧙♂️⚡️ Hogwarts Huddle
Gather your wands and reflect on our magical sprint, celebrating charms (wins) and curses (challenges) as we brew the perfect potion for future success.
Template Columns
🌬️ Breezy Broomwinds
Identify the breezes that propelled us forward, like spells that accelerated progress.
Base column: Wind⚓️ Anchors of the Great Hall
Spot the heavy stones that held us back, like misfiring spells or blocked passages.
Base column: Anchors🪄 Action Spells
Define the next enchantments to cast for improvement.
Base column: ActionsAbout this template
A whimsical sprint retrospective that celebrates wins as charms and uncovers challenges as curses, turning insights into actionable spells.
When to use this template
Use when the team enjoys a playful, themed approach and wants to surface both positives and obstacles in a memorable way.
How to facilitate
Set the stage by reminding the team of the Hogwarts theme and explain the three columns: Breezy Broomwinds, Anchors of the Great Hall, and Action Spells
Ask each participant to write down on virtual sticky notes the breezes (wins) that helped the sprint, using the Breezy Broomwinds column
Collect the breezes, group similar items, and briefly discuss why they accelerated progress
Next, have everyone add anchors (challenges) to the Anchors of the Great Hall column, then cluster and discuss the most impactful blockers
For each top anchor, co‑create an Action Spell in the third column, assign owners, and set a clear next‑step deadline
Pro Tips
Encourage magical language; letting people label items as spells or curses boosts engagement and memory
Use timer blocks for each column to keep energy high and prevent over‑analysis
After the session, capture the Action Spells in a shared board and follow up in the next stand‑up
FAQ
What if the team struggles to think of breezes?
Prompt with specific examples like completed stories, smooth handoffs, or spontaneous collaborations to spark ideas.
How do we handle dominant voices taking over the discussion?
Use round‑robin sharing or set a time limit per person, ensuring everyone contributes their own spells.
Can this format work for a sprint that didn’t meet its goals?
Yes; the Anchors column captures the missed targets, and the Action Spells focus on concrete improvements for the next sprint.
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At a glance
- Duration
45–60 min
- Team Size
4-12 people
- Columns
3 columns
- Base Format
Wind, Anchors, Actions
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