Agile Project Management - The Sprint: How to Run the Sprint Retrospective

The video explains the Sprint Retrospective, a key Scrum meeting for team reflection and improvement. It emphasizes the importance of a structured, positive approach to discussing what worked and what can be improved. The retrospective should be timeboxed and allow for open communication. The outcome should be actionable suggestions that enhance team morale and project quality. Implementing these suggestions promptly can transform failing projects into successful ones.

What is the primary focus of a Sprint Retrospective?

• To inspect and adapt

• To celebrate team achievements

• To plan the next Sprint

• To assign new tasks

Why is it important for each team member to speak during the retrospective?

• To ensure everyone agrees on the next steps

• To assign blame for issues

• To allow the team to hear different perspectives

• To make the meeting longer

How should issues like absenteeism be addressed in a retrospective?

• By ignoring them to maintain positivity

• By avoiding any mention of them

• By blaming the absent team members

• By discussing them openly without negativity

What is the benefit of taking a positive approach in retrospectives?

• It allows for more complaints

• It reduces the meeting time

• It helps in rapid improvement

• It focuses on individual performance

Why should retrospective suggestions be implemented quickly?

• To avoid forgetting them

• To demonstrate early progress and boost morale

• To reduce the workload in the next Sprint

• To ensure they are not repeated in the next meeting