Project Description

Who is this method suitable for?

  • Team

At which step in the process?

  • Step 04 – Why?

This is how it works:

  • 1

    Brainstorming: What went well?

    ✍️ Everyone for themselves: All team members write down what went well.
    📢 Presentation of ideas: Everyone presents their points, without discussion.

  • 2

    Brainstorming: What could have gone better?
    ✍️ Each to their own: Which aspects could have gone better?
    📢 Presentation of the points: Again, the thoughts are presented without direct evaluation.

  • 3

    Brainstorming: What measures do we derive from this?
    ✍️ Everyone writes down possible measures.
    📢 Presentation of the ideas: All measures are collected and made visible.

  • 4

    Prioritization of the measures
    If many measures have been developed, they are prioritized: Everyone receives 1-2 points that they can assign to the most important measures.
    If there are only a few measures, the team can agree directly on the most important ones.

  • 5

    Elaborate the measures
    If the measures are not yet completely clear, work them out together with a goal, deadline and to-dos. At the end, a responsible person should be named, otherwise there is a risk that they will not be implemented.

Flipchart Lessons Learned

Additional information

Why does it work?

  • Structured reflection process: The clear sequence helps to stay focused.
  • Every voice counts: Individual brainstorming allows every perspective to have its say.
  • Commitment: A responsible person ensures that measures do not fizzle out.

Preparation tip

  • Record the results in writing, e.g. as a document or whiteboard photo. This way, the team can build on them in future meetings.
  • It is better to prepare a flipchart with the 3 headings, then the results from the brainstorming sessions can be placed there directly.

Personal experience
I use this method most often for lessons learned because it is simple and clear. But pay attention to the emotions in the room, otherwise clarity could be missing for good results.
➡ See my blog.

Ideal for:

  • Teams that want to learn from experience
  • Project or sprint completions
  • Improving cooperation

🚫 Not for:

  • Situations in which there is no willingness to change

Further information:

📘 Detailed guide to Lessons Learned
Asana: Lessons Learned – definition, process and examples
➡ View here (Last access: 01.04.2024)