The 1-Workshop Workweek — Getting Started
A kick-off workshop that enables your team to work async-first using the 1-Workshop Workweek framework.
What is this workshop?
Most teams waste hours in meetings that could be replaced with a single well-run workshop. The 1-Workshop Workweek is a framework that helps your team shift to async-first collaboration — fewer interruptions, more focused work, and better decisions made together. This kick-off workshop gets your whole team aligned on the system from day one.
- Fewer and better meetings
- More time for focused, deep work
- Work from anywhere, on your own schedule
- A team that runs itself between workshops
What's included
- Async-first principles overview
- Communication channel agreements canvas
- Response time norms builder
- Weekly workshop schedule template
This is for you if…
- Team leads who want fewer, better meetings
- Managers of remote or hybrid teams struggling with coordination
- Anyone whose team spends more time syncing than doing
How to access this template
How to run this workshop
Tips for first-time facilitators
- Read the board sections the night before so you're not navigating it live.
- Timebox each section to 15 minutes — it's easy to over-discuss norms.
- Post the agreed norms in your team Slack channel immediately after — don't wait until tomorrow.
Frequently asked questions
How do I copy this template?
Create a free Miro account at miro.com. Open the link, click the board title in the top-left corner, then click 'Duplicate board'. The copy is immediately added to your account.
Do I need a paid Miro account?
No. A free Miro account lets you have 3 active boards. If you're already at the limit, you can archive old boards or combine multiple templates onto a single board.
How long does this kick-off workshop take?
Most teams complete it in 60–90 minutes. It's designed to be run once at the start — after that, the framework runs itself with weekly 30-minute workshops.
Is this template for beginners or experienced facilitators?
Both. No facilitation experience is required. The Miro board includes built-in instructions for each section, so you can guide the session even if it's your first time.
Are there Google Slides or Docs versions?
This specific template is only available in Miro, as the interactive whiteboard format is core to how the workshop runs. Other Workshop Wednesday templates are available in Google Slides and Docs.
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