intermediate · 45–90 min
The 'Pre-Refinement' Discovery Session
Stop wasting time refining vague ideas. Get clarity before the meeting.
About this session
Refinement sessions often stall when the team spends the first thirty minutes trying to understand a vague ticket rather than discussing how to build it. This session creates a dedicated space to interrogate raw ideas and define their boundaries before they ever reach the full group's backlog.
Why it works
The process forces contributors to move from abstract concepts to concrete constraints, surfacing hidden assumptions that usually only emerge during development. By documenting these decisions early, the session eliminates the circular debates that happen when a group lacks a clear starting point.
What you’ll walk away with
- Clear actionable outcomes from a 3-step facilitated process
- Increased participant engagement and buy-in
- Documented decisions and next steps
- Improved team alignment on the topic
Who it’s for
Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches
Frequently asked questions
Who should facilitate this workshop?
This workshop works best when led by someone comfortable with facilitation. Ideal for Scrum Masters or external facilitators working with agile & scrum teams.
How long does this workshop take?
Plan for 60-90 minutes depending on group size. The 3 activities are designed to flow together smoothly.
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