Retrospective

Project Retrospective

What worked, what didn't, and what we'd do differently. Structured post-project reflection before the context fades. Best run within 48 hours of project completion while memories are fresh.

Completion time: 5–7 minutesCadence: Project-endBest for: Whole project team — triggered when project is marked completeAuto-trigger: When project or goal marked complete

Template questions (8)

1
Overall, how successfully do you feel this project went?
Opinion Scale 1–5
1 = Very poorly
5 = Very successfully
2
How well did the project deliver on its original timeline and scope?
Opinion Scale 1–5
1 = Significantly missed
5 = Fully on time and scope
3
What went well that we should replicate in future projects?
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4
What didn't go as planned, and what was the root cause?
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5
What would you do differently if you were starting this project again?
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6
How well did the team communicate and stay aligned throughout the project?
Opinion Scale 1–5
1 = Very poorly
5 = Very well
7
How clearly were the goals, scope, and expectations defined at the start of this project?
Opinion Scale 1–5
1 = Very unclear
5 = Very clear
8
What's one thing about how we work together you'd like to change for the next project?
Optional
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