The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons The Masonic Roundtable - 0520 - Lodge Retrospectives
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Jul 18, 2025 Explore the power of retrospectives for improving lodge operations and ensuring seamless succession planning. Discover how agile methodologies can enhance team dynamics and encourage open communication. Listen in as hosts reflect on past meetings, sharing successes and areas for improvement. Dive into creative retrospective techniques that foster camaraderie and teamwork. Finally, gain insights into incorporating diverse perspectives to enhance engagement and elevate the lodge experience.
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Importance of Regular Retrospectives
- Regular retrospectives help check if your lodge is on the right path and improve member engagement.
- Use these meetings to gather honest feedback and adjust operations proactively.
Create Safe Retrospective Spaces
- Keep retrospectives limited to the core team without managers present to build trust and openness.
- Ensure a safe space where members freely share feedback without fear of repercussions.
Retrospective Privacy Matters
- Jason encountered a tool that made retrospective notes publicly visible, unintentionally breaching privacy.
- True retrospectives often reveal strong emotions and deepen team bonds when done with psychological safety.