Standup Facilitation Guide
This template is specifically designed for facilitators preparing to lead daily standup meetings. It provides a structured approach to organize standups, ensuring they are efficient and goal-oriented. The template structures components of the standup for best flow and results: from preparation and anticipating common issues to meeting flow and follow-ups. It equips facilitators with the organization and readiness necessary to shape the meeting, fostering timely communication and problem-solving.
When to Use It
- Daily in team environments to enable project momentum
- In agile settings to reinforce rapid iteration and adjustments
- Anytime a team requires consistent and effective communication
Who Should Use It
- Facilitators and project leaders new to conducting standups
- Experienced leaders seeking a more structured approach to daily check-ins
- Agile coaches and scrum masters enhancing team synchronization
How It Works
Daily Standup Facilitation Guide Template
- Preparation: Compile all materials and tools as listed in the template.
- Kickoff Framing: Initiate the meeting with an inclusive tone to encourage active participation.
- Guide the Standup: Utilize the template to ask essential questions:
- What were yesterdayā€™s achievements?
- What is todayā€™s focus?
- Are there any impediments?
- Meeting Conclusion: Recap discussions, express gratitude for contributions, and clarify subsequent actions.
- Post-Meeting Actions: Tackle follow-up tasks and address concerns raised during the standup as directed by the template.
Authors and Contributors
Tristan Kromer
Tristan Kromer works with innovation teams and leaders to create amazing products and build startup ecosystems. He has worked with companies from early stage startups with zero revenue to enterprise companies with >$1B USD revenue (Unilever, Swisscom, Salesforce, Fujitsu, LinkedIn).
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