Velocity can be useful internally, but it is a weak leadership signal on its own. Teams can increase activity and still miss outcomes. That is why reviews should focus on what changed in the product and for customers.
A good weekly review asks three questions. What shipped, what impact did it have, and what did we learn. Keep it tight and evidence based.
What To Bring To The Review
Bring concrete examples, not only dashboards. Show before and after behavior where possible. If impact is unknown, say that clearly and define how it will be measured.
Do not punish uncertainty. Reward teams for honest signals and fast learning.
Why Teams Prefer This
People feel trusted for real output, not performative updates. Leaders get a clearer view of progress. Decisions improve because the conversation is tied to outcomes.