Lightning Workshops

Lightning Workshop: Retrospective & Action Planning

Use the Rose/Thorn/Bud framework for a structured retrospective. Identify what worked (roses), what didn't (thorns), and what's emerging (buds). The team will define 2-3 experiments to try in the next cycle, based on these reflections.

Duration
2 days
Group Size
4-10
Category
Lightning Workshops
Format
In-person
Use the Rose/Thorn/Bud framework to capture team reflections.
Identify root causes of key challenges.
Design actionable experiments for improvement.
Assign experiment ownership and define success metrics.
This retrospective helps teams learn from past experiences. It drives targeted improvements and fosters a culture of continuous learning and adaptation. Teams become more effective at problem-solving and innovation.
9:00am-
BREAK 5 min
Introduction: Scope the time period, set safety agreements
9:05am-
Luma 15 min
Rose, Thorn, Bud
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9:20am-
Luma 25 min
Affinity Clustering & Analysis
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9:45am-
Service Design Tools 15 min
Hypothesis Generation
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10:00am-
BREAK 10 min
Break
10:10am-
Testing 20 min
I Like, I Wish, What If
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10:30am-
Hyper Island 10 min
Check-in/Check-out
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10:40am-
Design 10 min
Quick Prototype Review
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10:50am-
BREAK 10 min
Wrap-up: Key takeaways, how we'll check in on experiments

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For Facilitators

  • Review participant profiles and expectations
  • Prepare all materials and supplies
  • Test technology and room setup

For Participants

  • Complete pre-session survey
  • Review background materials
  • Prepare examples or case studies

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  • Rose/Thorn/Bud template (whiteboard or wall)

  • Sticky notes (pink, green, yellow)

  • Markers

  • Experiment cards (index cards or half-sheets)

  • Dot stickers (3 per person)

  • Timer

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  • Facilitator Guide (PDF)
  • Participant Workbook Template
  • Presentation Slides
  • Printable Materials

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