intermediate · 54–72 min
From Silent Compliance to Radical Candor Workshop
Low trust is killing your agility. Use these structures to build the psychological safety needed for honest and brave retrospectives.
About this session
Retrospectives often fail when team members nod in agreement while withholding the critical feedback necessary for improvement. This workshop replaces polite silence with a structured environment where participants can safely surface hidden tensions and move toward actionable honesty.
Why it works
The session functions by systematically distributing the social risk of speaking up, ensuring that the burden of dissent does not fall on a single individual. By layering interactions that move from individual reflection to small-group validation, the process builds the collective confidence needed to address systemic friction without triggering defensive reactions.
What you’ll walk away with
- Clear actionable outcomes from a 4-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 4 activities are designed to flow together smoothly.
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