We all know that faster learning loops are critical to success in complexity. Yet, we rarely (if ever) take the time to practice one of the most powerful learning moves in the game: the retrospective.
In this episode of Brave New Work, Aaron Dignan and Rodney Evans talk about the power of reflection—for the individual, team, and organization—and why we can't keep charging ahead without looking back. Later, they're joined by Parabol founder and CEO Jordan Husney, who shares what he’s learned hosting tens of thousands of retrospectives on their platform, including this gem: ”The only wrong way to have a retrospective is to not have one at all.”
Get the full transcript and resources mentioned in this episode here: https://www.theready.com/podcast/episodes/bnw10-retrospectives-the-most-important-meeting-you-arent-having
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00:00 Intro + Check-In: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?
03:03 Why it’s important to take time to reflect
07:36 Real retros are about democratization of reflection
09:47 Where resistance to reflection comes from
18:17 What parts of retros still need work
24:16 Interview with Jordan Husney begins
27:04 Jordan’s observations about retro behaviors
34:09 The most controversial part of a retro
42:22 Retrospective practices by culture and geography
45:01 How to take next actions after a retro
56:07 Pro tips for having better retros
1:00:01 Wrap up: Leave us a review!
