planning · Retrospective · 2–5 min · 1-1 people · low energy

Activity Search

Retromat's activity search allows facilitators to find specific retrospective activities by keyword or ID. This targeted approach helps tailor retrospectives to address specific team needs or challenges.

When to use Activity Search

Use this when you have a specific goal in mind for the retrospective or need an activity to address a particular issue.

What it solves

Difficulty finding relevant retrospective activities; needing to address a specific team challenge.

How to run Activity Search, step by step

  1. Access the Retromat.org search function. (1 min)
  2. Enter a keyword or activity ID related to the desired outcome. (1 min)
  3. Review the search results and select activities that align with the team's needs. (up to 3 min)

Materials needed

  • Internet access

Facilitator tips

  • Use a combination of keywords to refine your search.
  • Read the activity descriptions carefully to ensure they align with your goals.

Common pitfalls

  • Using overly broad keywords that return too many irrelevant results.
  • Selecting activities without fully understanding their purpose.

Variations

  • Browse activities by category or theme instead of using the search function.

Running it online or hybrid

Share your screen to demonstrate the search process and discuss results.

What it produces

A list of relevant retrospective activities.

Origin

Provided by Retromat.org — source

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