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Retrospective Meetings

Retrospective Meetings are held at the end of a sprint or project to reflect on what went well, what didn’t, and how the team can improve in the future.
Jenna Green
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November 27, 2025

What are Retrospective Meetigns?

Retrospective Meetings are held at the end of a sprint or project to reflect on what went well, what didn’t, and how the team can improve in the future. It’s an opportunity for continuous improvement.

How to Hold Retrospective Meetings

  • Hold a Retrospective Meeting at the end of each sprint or project phase, involving the entire team.
  • Encourage open discussion and feedback on both successes and challenges.
  • Tip: Document the action items from the meeting and review them in the next Retrospective to track improvements.

About the Author
Jenna Green
Jenna Green is the Head of Marketing at Magnetic, where she leads brand, demand generation, and content strategy for one of the fastest-growing platforms in the professional services space. Known for her clear, focused messaging and strong sense of what actually connects with buyers, Jenna’s work bridges strategy and execution driving campaigns that resonate, convert, and scale.

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