In this episode, we explore interesting trends in the industry, leading us to delve deeper into whether companies are backing away from Agile.

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In this episode, we will be addressing the challenges that arise when requirements change unexpectedly or when flexibility is needed in our teams, companies, products, or customers. This may involve tackling problems related to our processes, planning, technical debt, legacy systems, as well as contracts with both internal and external parties.

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In this episode, we will be discussing the essential leadership traits that are required to build a customer-centric organization. We will analyze the characteristics of expert, achiever, and catalyst leaders, emphasizing the effectiveness of inclusive leadership. Additionally, we will explore how people can deal with bad leadership and how they can develop and grow their own leadership style. We welcome you to join us as we delve into this topic.

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In this episode, we discuss Jon Kern’s, coauthor of the Agile Manfesto, LinkedIn post calling for a return to Agile basics and reimagining it for the future.

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• (00:00)  Introduction
• (05:25)  Back-to-Basics
• (46:26)  Wrap up

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In this episode, we will discuss the key components of influence and techniques for enhancing it to improve your work as a coach.

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• (00:00)  Introduction
• (03:30)  Influence
• (50:03)  Wrap up

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In this episode, we'll explore methods to improve organizational responsiveness by aligning strategic and tactical delivery and creating a system that fosters strategic agility. We'll also delve into the complexities of establishing a stronger and more comprehensive business system, discussing the challenges and effective techniques involved.

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• (00:00)  Introduction
• (02:05)  Join us in Portland!
• (02:28)  Strategic Agility
• (43:50)  Wrap up

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In this episode, we discuss techniques for starting a new coaching engagement with a team and getting them headed in the right direction.

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• (00:00)  Introduction
• (03:41)  Coaching a New Agile Team
• (46:04) Wrap up. 

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During the Agile 2023 event, I couldn't help but notice a significant number of individuals I met had chosen to remove the term "Agile" from their job titles. This observation prompted a valuable learning spike, where we delve into the reasons behind this trend and explore potential actions to address it.

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This episode explores the often-discussed unhealthy relationship between adopting organizations, consultancies, certificate providers, and framework and tool vendors, commonly called the "Agile Industrial Complex." Is this phenomenon real, and what can be done about it if it is?

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• (00:00)  Introduction
• (01:46)  Agile Industrial Complex
• (45:48) Wrap up. 

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This episode delves into Agile methodology and its potent role in mitigating risks. We also explore the art of persuading and enlisting others in adopting these approaches for effective risk reduction. 

Also, in this episode, we discuss some tips when coaching a new team.

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• (00:00)  Introduction
• (01:26)  Agile and Risk
• (34:51)  What are some tips for a new team coach
• (46:49) Wrap up. 

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In this episode, we explore how companies prioritizing processes over nurturing their workforce's skills and executing Agile with an outdated command and control mindset can lead to a culture where individuals feel ignored and underappreciated, despite their invaluable contributions to product development and company success.

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• (00:00) Introduction
• (02:25)  What about the people
• (45:05) Wrap up

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