Chapter6: HowtoRunaCompanyRetreatforaRemoteTeam 57 • Each unconference lasts 40 minutes, with one lead/facilitator and one notetaker. • Before the retreat, everyone is free to suggest topics (via a spreadsheet) andnominatetheleadperson,whichcouldbethemselves • At the unconference, participants are encouraged to share ideas in the conversation. Someofthetopicscoveredatthelastretreatinclude: • Productivity and Energy Management • HowtoMakeDataFriendlier • HowZapierExpertsUsetheProduct • ManagingDiverseTimeZones • HowtoWinThePriceIsRight After doing a couple of retreats, we’ve found that the best retreats combine something everyone on the team can work on in person along with multiple activities that help the team get to know each other better. Like our Game of Thronesviewingparty: