Retrospective Activity
KUDO Cards
Playful Easy Popularity: 1
This activity:
- Facilitate feedback and appreciation among team members
- Enhance morale and foster a positive team environment
- Increase team motivation and engagement
Introduction
Kudo cards allow individuals to express gratitude and recognize the contributions of their colleagues, fostering a culture of appreciation and motivation within the team. This practice helps to break down hierarchical barriers and encourages open communication, ultimately enhancing team morale and engagement.
Thank you
Awesome
A Privilege
Good Job
For the specific activity, the facilitator could use these points to describe the process:
- The Thank you column is for Things and behaviors a specific colleague did that you are thankful for.
- The Awesome column is for Performances or behaviors a specific collegue did that it's awesome.
- The A Privilege column is for Cases where you had a very fruitful collaboration with a specific colleague.
- The Good Job column is for Behaviors, performance, or initiatives of a specific colleague that stood out.
See how a retrospective works in Team O'clock
Tips & Tricks
Introduce Kudo cards gradually to allow team members to adapt to the new practice without feeling overwhelmed.
Consider small rewards for both the givers and receivers of Kudo cards to motivate ongoing engagement and recognition within the team.
Share praises publicly so that everyone can see to boost morale and reinforce positive behaviors within the team.
Popularity: 1
The "KUDO Cards" activity is rarely used among Team O'clock teams. It seems that only a few teams use this activity for their retrospectives.
Recap
KUDO Cards
Playful Easy
Thank you
Share appreciations
Awesome
Celebreate amazing performance
A Privilege
Good collaboration cases
Good Job
Recognize good performance
