intermediate · 60–60 min
The Creative Problem Solving for Sprints Workshop
Stuck on a hard technical problem? Break through the wall with creative thinking.
About this session
When a sprint stalls because of a persistent technical bottleneck, teams often waste time in circular debates or lose momentum. This session provides a three-step structure to move past the immediate frustration and generate concrete solutions that the whole team supports. Running this workshop turns a technical wall into a documented action plan in exactly one hour.
Why it works
By separating the process into distinct phases of discovery and decision-making, the workshop prevents the loudest voices from dominating the technical discussion. It forces the team to look at the problem from new angles before committing to a specific fix, ensuring that the final decision has full buy-in and clear ownership.
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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