When Pigs Fly Retro
📄 What is the template about?
This whimsical retrospective uses the story of the Three Little Pigs to help teams reflect on what’s not working, what’s holding up okay, and what’s rock solid—while encouraging bold, creative thinking with a “Jetpack Ideas” section. It opens with a fun, team-based icebreaker where participants invent gadgets to help pigs fly.
🎯 What it helps you achieve:
Create psychological safety through metaphor and humor
Encourage honest discussion about processes and performance
Promote continuous improvement and bold experimentation
Strengthen team collaboration with a creative icebreaker
End with actionable items to carry into the next sprint
👥 Who would benefit from it the most?
This template is perfect for:
Remote or hybrid Scrum and Agile teams
Teams that want a refreshing, story-based format
Retrospective facilitators looking to boost engagement
Teams who enjoy working visually and creatively in Miro
🛠️ How to use it:
“Invent a gadget that helps pigs fly!”
Split the team into small groups or pairs
Draw, label, and name their invention in the provided whiteboards
Use Miro pen, shapes, or AI image tools to bring the gadget to life
Move into the retro using the metaphor-based layout:
Straw House – What didn’t work at all?
Stick House – What kinda worked, but could be stronger?
Brick House – What worked really well?
Jetpack Ideas – What bold idea could launch us forward?
Facilitate discussion:
Timebox each section
Use voting (Miro voting or emoji) to prioritize insights
End with the Action Items section:
Collect agreed actions
Assign owners and deadlines
Keep this visible for review in the next retro
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