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| #117 - Beyond Frameworks: Ambition, AI, and Agility - Part 1 | 13 Nov 2024 | 00:26:51 | |
In this podcast episode, Jim and Sander discuss the final stages of Sander and Ryan Brooks's upcoming book, Solving for Value: A Journey of Ambition and Stupidity. Sander shares his excitement around the book's December 1st release and the launch event. The book, originally focused on Scrum, evolved to address broader challenges around creating value in product management beyond just following frameworks. Jim and Sander explore shifts in the industry toward product-centric models, noting the risks of adopting frameworks like Scrum without considering organizational context and the tendency for companies to prematurely abandon or restructure teams when products fail, disregarding the team’s accumulated knowledge and cohesion. They discuss the rising use of AI in product management and workforce reductions tied to AI, cautioning that while AI has potential, it also brings significant ethical and operational risks. Jim and Sander question whether AI advancements could meet needs without fully replacing human roles and the broader impacts on industry and society. The conversation touches on the potential impact of technologies like Neuralink and AI on future work and human life, noting ethical, social, and economic implications, including the challenges of accessibility to these advancements. They wrap up by promoting the book's storytelling approach, which mixes a business fable with real-life insights, aiming to deliver practical, relatable learning for those in product development and management. Check out our sponsor: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| #116 Neurodiversity in Scrum Teams with Anita Kalmane-Boot - Part 2 | 01 Nov 2024 | 00:40:00 | |
summary In this conversation, Sander Dur and Anita Kalmane-Boot explore the concept of neurodivergence, discussing its implications in personal and professional settings. They delve into the definitions of neurodiversity and neurodivergent conditions, share personal experiences, and highlight the importance of understanding and accommodating neurodivergent individuals in team environments. The discussion also touches on the challenges faced by neurodivergent people, the process of diagnosis, and the need for open conversations about mental health in the workplace. Sander and Anita discusse the complexities of neurodiversity, the challenges of social interactions, and the dynamics of remote work. They reflect on personal experiences and emphasize the importance of self-acceptance and creating supportive environments for neurodivergent individuals. The discussion also touches on parenting, confidence versus arrogance, and the need for understanding in team dynamics. takeaways
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| #112 The Product Operating Model with Chris Jones - Part 1 | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:32:54 | |
summary In this conversation, hosts Sander Dur and Jim Sammons discuss various topics including the impact of books, the secrecy of Apple, consumer behavior, and the product operating model with their guest Chris Jones. They explore the concept of the product operating model, which focuses on shifting from output-oriented approaches to outcome-oriented approaches. They also discuss the importance of building and solving problems in product development, as well as the role of product strategy in driving cohesive decision-making. The conversation explores the implementation of the product operating model and the role of product owners and product managers. It discusses the shift from locally implemented frameworks to a more holistic approach throughout the entire organization. The conversation also touches on the involvement of CFOs in funding and investment decisions and the ideal composition of the C-suite in a product organization. Examples of companies that have successfully adopted the product operating model are mentioned. The distinction between product ownership and product management is clarified, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and a holistic approach. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of product management and the potential for automation. takeaways
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| S02 E02 The Impact of Passion with Lyssa Adkins | 02 Sep 2021 | 00:39:30 | |
Frequent listeners of the show know that throughout the episodes “engagement” has been a recurring theme. Engagement of employees, with the organization, with their work, and with themselves. Today’s show zoom in a little bit deeper on that. Lyssa Adkins, one of the most influential people out there when it comes to Agile coaching, joins us to talk about where she discovered her passion and what the impact of passion is. What you’ll discover in this show: - Passion impacts your everyday life on a large scale - Lyssa discovered her impact by doing rather than defining upfront - Quality of work goes up when working with passionate people Lyssa Adkins Coach. Facilitator. Teacher. Inspirer. My current focus is improving the performance of top leadership teams through insightful facilitation and organization systems coaching. Making difficult decisions faster and with clear alignment, unknotting challenging multi-department impediments, creating the conditions for smooth organizational delivery, helping leaders take up the “Agile transformation” that is theirs to make…this is where I thrive and help thrive. My Agile community focus is amplifying women’s voices, which is why I am a founder of the TENWOMENSTRONG #WomeninAgile programs. I have been pleased to serve the emergence of Agile Coaching as a profession. In 2010, I co-founded the Agile Coaching Institute which has developed over 10,000 people in the knowledge, skills, and being-ness needed to yield genuinely competent agile coaching. I am the author of Coaching Agile Teams which, as a top-ranking Agile book, was released as an audiobook in its 10th year. I like to explore facilitating intense conflict, societal change, organizational change, the benefits and costs of being human in the workplace, agile coaching, agile transformation, adult human development, human systems dynamics, the role of nature, and books of all sorts. I tend toward a balance of the provocative and practical. Contact Lyssa Adkins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyssaadkins/ Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/ Additional resources: Personal website: Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=lyssa+adkins&crid=2JZ98CSO2E7V3&sprefix=lyssa+ad%2C Support the showContact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S02 E01 Empirically Unfucking with John Riley | 16 Aug 2021 | 00:54:38 | |
John Riley is the founder of ReadySetAgile and PST for Scrum.org. When I talked to him about the topic for this episode, he brought up to talk about empirically unfucking things. I have no clue what it meant, so I was eager to find out. Empirically unfucking things means getting out of a messed-up situation supported by empirical evidence. This might be harder than it sounds. How do return to a good state from a messy scenario? What you’ll discover in this show: - It could be helpful when Sprint financials are transparent - Competitors are stakeholders too - Therefore we can invite them to Sprint Reviews John Riley Principal Agile Coach & Trainer at Ready Set Agile John Riley is an experienced Agile Coach, Professional Scrum Trainer, and community speaker helping others embrace the values and purposes of agility. He believes in the simple principles of continuous learning, a test-first mindset, and enabling teams to be self-organizing to foster creativity and continuously deliver the highest value to users. John's background in manufacturing and software delivery allows him to lead by example to coach individuals, teams, and organizations to achieve their highest abilities.
Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/
Additional resources: https://www.readysetagile.com/ Watch the Nordstrom Innovation Lab: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Clo2t0QGmms&t=96s Support the showContact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E20 Continuous learning in Formula 1 with Jurriaan Kamer | 26 Jul 2021 | 00:42:42 | |
Formula 1 is the world’s biggest traveling circus. Races are fast-paced, but so is learning. What you on screen is just one part, but the actual learning starts after the race. Hundreds of terabytes of data are collected each competitive weekend. But what do teams do with that data? How can they improve the way they work, ultimately to move up the field? Teams work with a massive amount of people, large budgets, and high pressure. Staying ahead of the competition is crucial. Jurriaan Kamer, co-author of Formula X talks about his insights. What you’ll discover in this show: - Bigger budgets don’t necessarily mean faster improvement - Autonomy and culture are critical to drive success - Even staggering amounts of people can work as one Jurriaan Kamer Organization designer & transformation at The Ready | Author 'Formula X' | Speaker The forces of complexity, humanity, and technology are putting pressure on our organizations that can't be met by traditional ways of working. Our organizations need to be better for their people and better for the world. This requires a shift from 'plan & predict' to 'sense & respond'.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jurriaankamer https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG1WPfl4intvNQy5_5bVBcw http://medium.com/@jurriaankamer https://twitter.com/jurriaankamer Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/
Additional resources: Pick up a copy of the book Formula X: Available in Dutch (www.formule-x.nl), English (www.formula-x.co) or German (www.formel-x.de). Also available as audiobook.
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| S01 E19 Embracing an innovation mindset with Jeff Gothelf | 21 Jul 2021 | 00:43:14 | |
As the world around is constantly changes, we need to innovate the way we work, as well as our products in order for us to survive in the long run. Classic cases like Nokia and Blockbuster made very clear what happens if you focus on the wrong things. However, it can be quite a challenge to move from our traditional cash cow and follow a path of more risk (but a higher potential margin). Stakeholders might be cautious of the fact that this might not bring them the ROI they expected. To inspire us in this week’s episode of Mastering Agility, Jeff Gothelf talks to us about his experience and ideas. What you’ll discover in this show: Jeff Gothelf DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AND BUSINESS AGILITY COACHING, CONSULTING, TRAINING & KEYNOTES I believe humility and learning are in short supply. To improve that, I teach executives and teams -- through advising, workshops, keynotes, coaching & books -- to focus on their customers, learn from mistakes and create an agile culture that continuously improves their products and services and the way they work. Contact Jeff Gothelf: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gothelf/ Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/ Contact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E18 Answering listeners questions with Mike Cohn | 12 Jul 2021 | 00:42:24 | |
Estimation is hard. We forecast how much work we can take into the Sprint during Sprint Planning, but is still is exactly that: a forecast. We don’t know if we are correct. That’s the beauty of empiricism. We won’t know if we’re right or wrong until we observe the outcomes. And that is what makes this such a widely discussed topic. We always seem to have a need of being correct on forehand. We give listeners the opportunity to send in questions regarding planning and estimation, that Agile Royalty (according to Jeff Gothelf) Mike Cohn will answer! Listen now and find out! What you’ll discover in this show: - Velocity is not a metric that displays quality or value - I find Krupananda Mannekunta’s name pretty hard to pronounce - Estimates can be useful to give a relative timeframe for long-term planning too Mike Cohn Owner of Mountain Goat Software, author, speaker, and consultant As an in-demand agile and Scrum instructor, I train groups all over the world on how to adopt and succeed with agile software development using the Scrum framework.
https://www.mountaingoatsoftware.com/ Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/
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| S01 E17 Remote after Covid with Chris Stone | 05 Jul 2021 | 00:42:58 | |
The pandemic has made a tremendous impact all around the world. We needed to adapt our ways of working, how we approach problems, find out a new work-life balance. Now that vaccinations are getting up to speed, and more and more people are getting vaccinated, the world is slowly reopening. After working from home for such a long time, going back to what we’re used to will pose a whole new set of challenges. What did we learn? What challenges can we expect? Will we ever go back to the office full-time again? Chris Stone has been working remotely even before the pandemic hit. He’s the right guy to talk about this. What you’ll discover in this show: - Employers will now have to convince employees to work from the office, instead of the other way around - Remote is here to stay - Not being limited to a physical office creates a new range of audience and employees Chris Stone Virtual Agile Coach For eight years now I've been fostering an environment for the success of high-performing teams and organizations through the use of agility. I've worked across a wide range of industries and with some of the largest organizations in the world, as well as with smaller, more lean enterprises. As The Virtual Agile coach, I intend to enable frictionless innovation, regardless of location. I'm therefore a firm believer in enabling agility whilst working virtually. Through this platform, I'll share my advice, guidance, coaching, mentoring, and training, along with a series of actionable experiments for you to try.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thevirtualagilecoach/ Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/
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| S01 E16 Talking Tech Debt with Steve Porter | 28 Jun 2021 | 00:50:27 | |
Technical debt is one of those things that can really bite your ass when you're not taking care of it. Tech debt sneaks in and before you know it, you’re spending more time repaying that debt rather than delivering actual value. But not all tech debt is wrong. And not everything that is perceived as tech debt is actually that. What about undone work? And what can we do to prevent this from accumulating? To what extent do we need to be transparent about it? Steve Porter, Scrum.org’s Professional Series Manager and developer at heart, joins us in this episode of Mastering Agility to discuss this. What you’ll discover in this show: - Introducing tech debt might be a good thing - There is a difference between tech debt and work that is just not done - Estimation of effort is still needed. Also discussing what has been done to remove it could be good to do during Sprint Reviews Steve Porter Supporting the Professional Scrum Trainer community Steve Porter works with the Scrum.org team of experts and its wider trainer community to create and maintain its Professional Series of courses and assessments. Steve guides this collaborative process to ensure training is current and meets the needs of the professional Scrum community. Before joining Scrum.org, Steve was the product owner for TeamPulse, Telerik’s agile project management tool. He has also provided application lifecycle management (ALM) consulting services for organizations around the globe. At his core, Steve is still a developer. He taught himself how to code at an early age and has spent years turning ephemeral ideas into functioning software. It's the joy of this craft that Steve brings to all his interactions at Scrum.org.
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Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/
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| S01 E15 Adding Playfulness with Carsten Lutzen | 21 Jun 2021 | 00:39:15 | |
Working environments can benefit greatly by having playful environments. But to have playful environments, you need those frontrunners that will take you there. Carsten Lutzen is the right guy for the job. His LinkedIn page and YouTube channel (see for details below) radiate creativity and he helps you get there. Working at the LEGO group, he is constantly surrounded by playful, but serious products. Let’s listen to his experience as the Playful Agile Coach. What you’ll discover in this show: - Humor breaks the tension - Liberating Structures and icebreakers are great for starting and fostering collaborative discussions - LEGO is still hiring! Speakers: Carsten Lutzen Agile Coach in The LEGO Group I like motivating people and helping them achieve their goals and to make sure that the team performs well. I love to look at processes and try to improve them using the tools in my (agile) toolbox. I don't believe that one methodology exists that will work on all projects, hence we need to tweak the tools for every single project and take the things that works and skip the things does not.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carstenlutzen/ Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement or psychological safety, Sander has a drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/
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| S01 E14 Going to Mars, AI and ML, and being an author with Joe Justice | 14 Jun 2021 | 00:58:50 | |
Joe Justice is an interesting man. Famous for building electrical cars, while combining Scrum for both soft- and hardware, Joe has been all over the globe for anything you can think of. In this episode, he’s talking to us about his experience in different countries, his thoughts on humanity going to Mars, the future state of machine learning and artificial intelligence, but he’s also giving away a signed copy of his book Scrum Master: The Agile Training Seminar for Business Performance. Give Joe one word, and he just takes off. What you’ll discover in this show: - Japan has created a high-level state of safety and honor. Joe applied agile to automotive manufacturing in 2006, founding Team WIKISPEED, and set 4 world records. WIKISPEED became the first automotive manufacturer to accept Bitcoin in 2012, and was featured on the cover of Bitcoin Magazine issue #3. Joe Justice joined Tesla in 2020, where Joe operated Agile@Tesla from the company headquarters. Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander is driven to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/ Additional resources: Find his book right here: https://www.amazon.com/Joe-Justice/e/B08RW4P8YN%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share Watch Joe’s Tedx talk on Support the showContact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E13 SPECIAL: Hard topics: beyond shame, trust, and burnouts with Patricia Kong | 09 Jun 2021 | 00:52:20 | |
Abstract: In this special episode of the ‘Mastering Agility’ podcast, Patricia Kong and I have a conversation about topics that are close to both our hearts; shame, trust, and the experience of burning out. It seems that is the social standard to always say that everything is great, when asked how you’re doing. That real life should be like Instagram. The truth is; it’s not. Far from that. Working remotely impacts trust within teams. Shame affects your overall self-esteem. Burnouts are increasingly more common. Patricia is ruthlessly honest about her views and experience. What you’ll discover in this show: - Being open and transparent about how you feel is powerful - Understanding what feeds you energy on the workspace can prevent burnouts - The way others treat you might say more about them, than it says about you Speakers: Patricia Kong Organizational Agility, Innovation, Product Ownership | Speaker * Author * Coach * Instructor Patricia Kong is co-author of "The Nexus Framework for Scaling Scrum" published by Pearson and a well-known public speaker and mentor. She is a co-developer of the Evidence-Based Management Framework for Business Agility and Nexus Framework for Scaling Scrum. Patricia helps organizations thrive in a complex world by focusing on enterprise innovation and leadership and teams. She is a people advocate and fascinated by organizational behavior and misbehaviors. She emerged through the financial services industry and has led product development, product management and marketing for several early stage companies in the US and Europe. Patricia is experienced working with 1$B+ clients focusing on business development and delivery engagements. Patricia lived in France and now lives in her hometown of Boston. Patricia is fluent in 4 languages.
Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement or psychological safety, Sander has a drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/
Additional resources: Join our respective talks at Scrum Day Europe! Feel free to reach out any time.
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| #111 Raging Against Fake Agile with Gillie & Marge | 05 Sep 2024 | 00:49:16 | |
In this episode, the Mastering Agility Podcast-team discusses various misunderstandings and misapplications of Agile practices, particularly how Agile is often reduced to a set of tools or deadlines rather than its core principles of flexibility and value-driven work. Key points include:
The episode also touches on themes like trust within teams, the pitfalls of bureaucratic decision-making, and how large corporations struggle to implement true Agile principles compared to smaller, nimble organizations. Check out our sponsor: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E12 Evidence Based Management with Patricia Kong | 07 Jun 2021 | 00:45:57 | |
Abstract: When creating any sort of product, it's important to understand whether we are moving in the right direction. But how do we know that? How do we measure that? And what metrics do we use for that? Agile organizations know that frequent inspection of results limits risk and improves the ability to deliver value. Scrum.org created a complementary framework called Evidence-Based Management. Patricia Kong is here to talk about how we can use EBM to elevate our ability to deliver value. What you’ll discover in this show: - You don’t need to apply the whole framework at once - The Evidence-Based Management framework provides a great set of metrics to start with - Four Key Value Areas help organizations and teams to gather quantifiable data in order to figure out what to do next Speakers: Patricia Kong Organizational Agility, Innovation, Product Ownership | Speaker * Author * Coach * Instructor Patricia Kong is co-author of "The Nexus Framework for Scaling Scrum" published by Pearson and a well-known public speaker and mentor. She is a co-developer of the Evidence-Based Management Framework for Business Agility and Nexus Framework for Scaling Scrum. Patricia helps organizations thrive in a complex world by focusing on enterprise innovation and leadership and teams. She is a people advocate and fascinated by organizational behavior and misbehaviors. She emerged through the financial services industry and has led product development, product management and marketing for several early stage companies in the US and Europe. Patricia is experienced working with 1$B+ clients focusing on business development and delivery engagements. Patricia lived in France and now lives in her hometown of Boston. Patricia is fluent in 4 languages.
Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/ Additional resources: To learn more about Evidence-Based Management, check out the guide: https://www.scrum.org/resources/evidence-based-management-guide For Scrum.org’s EBM certification, check it out right here:
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| S01 E11 The Six Enablers of Business Agility with Karim Harbott | 30 May 2021 | 00:36:27 | |
Abstract: Any agile transformation can be incredibly challenging. Complexity is sky high, and so is risk. Talk through some of these challenges, accompanied by all his experience he condensed into his highly anticipated new book The 6 Enablers of Business Agility (released June 1st). Adopting the latest and greatest agile tools and practices won’t be enough to respond to rapid market change. But if that’s not the case, what can we do?! Join us now for some great advice and words of experience by this world-leading business agility and leadership consultant! What you’ll discover in this show: - Implementing new roles for everyone alone is not going to cut it Speakers: Karim Harbott Business Agility and Leadership consultant, entrepreneur, author, and international keynote speaker Karim Harbott is a world-leading business agility and innovation coach. He is a serial entrepreneur and founding partner of Agile Centre, a global agile training and consulting firm, and the Business Agility Academy, the leading international business agility certification body. He is also a non-executive director of the Scrum Alliance, the world’s first, and largest, agile certification body.
Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product developme Support the showContact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E10 Starting with Self-Management with Stephanie Ockerman | 25 May 2021 | 00:55:38 | |
Abstract: A few episodes ago, Jordan Gross and Ziryan Salayi joined us to talk about the self-management recipe. In my own experience, it can be incredibly hard to start doing self-management right. What makes it so hard is that the discussion about what we can expect from self-managing teams and what the common understanding is, is being skipped. Today author, self-management expert, and Co-Active Coach Stephanie Ockerman joins to talk about how organizations can start doing it right. What you’ll discover in this show: - Self-management is supported by a good level of self-awareness - Self-management can be seen as a three-legged stool; Shared goals, boundaries, and clear responsibilities - Starting without being aligned on expectations can lead you in different directions Stephanie Ockerman I combine my expertise in agile product delivery, Co-Active coaching, facilitation, experiential training, project management, and leadership to help individuals, teams, and organizations deliver valuable products in a complex and unpredictable world. My Superpowers: Sander Dur (host) Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/ Additional resources: Download the free Mini-Guide Coaching with the Scrum Values. Contact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E09 The Value of Product Goals with Roman Pichler | 12 May 2021 | 00:34:08 | |
Abstract: Last year, the Scrum Guide got updated. One of those updates has been the addition of the Product Goal. How do Product Goals relate to the Product Vision or the Sprint Goals. And how can we still distinguish this in our teams with all the different terminology without causing widespread confusion? What you’ll discover in this show: - Product Goals are goals on the mid-term, six months out from now - Product Vision and Goals need to be supported by the environment of the team, it’s not just the goal of the Product Owner - Cascading goals makes it easier and more tangible for teams to create value Roman Pichler Product management expert ROMAN PICHLER is a product management expert specialized in digital products. He has played a leading role over the last 10 years in advancing product management and developing new practices that help agile organizations and teams create great products. Roman shares his knowledge through his training courses and consulting services, his three books on product management, his popular blog, podcast, and talks, and his product management tools, including his widely used product vision board. As the founder and director of Pichler Consulting, Roman looks after the company’s offerings. This allows him to continue to practice product management and to experiment with new ideas. Roman is based in Wendover near London in the United Kingdom. When he’s not busy with work, Roman enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, riding his bicycle in the local hills, playing the tenor saxophone, and helping with family events at Amaravati Buddhist monastery. https://www.linkedin.com/in/romanpichler/ https://twitter.com/romanpichler https://www.youtube.com/romanpichler https://www.instagram.com/roman_pichler/ https://www.facebook.com/pichlerconsulting Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/ Additional resources: https://www.romanpichler.com/romans-books Contact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E08 Continued recipe for self-management with Jordan Gross and Ziryan Salayi | 02 May 2021 | 00:36:18 | |
The Scrum framework thrives in complex environments, where more is unknown than that is known. That requires decentralized decision-making and self-managing teams. This level of autonomy is incredibly powerful, yet just as incredibly difficult to install. The guys from the Self-Org Chefs are here to talk to us. What you’ll discover in this show: - Self-management is a layered concept - In order for self-management to work, a great level of trust is needed - Leadership can make or break self-management in your environment Ziryan Salayi I am an Agile professional who is passionate about getting the most out of people and teams. Getting organizations and individuals more agile, more customer-oriented, and creating high-performing teams has become my personal mission over the years. My aim is to enable employees to be fully empowered and support self-selection in all areas within agile organizations. Agile Transformation & Self-organization Coach Jordann’s purpose is to nurture environments in which people can become their best selves. He believes one should manage the system and not just the people. Enabling environments in which people grow to new heights gives him energy. Contact Jordan Gross: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanngross/ Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/ Contact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E07 Cooking self-management with Ziryan Salayi and Jordan Gross | 26 Apr 2021 | 00:34:10 | |
Abstract: The Scrum framework thrives in complex environments, where more is unknown than that is known. That requires decentralized decision-making and self-managing teams. This level of autonomy is incredibly powerful, yet just as incredibly difficult to install. The guys from the Self-Org Chefs are here to talk to us. What you’ll discover in this show: - Self-management is a layered concept - In order for self-management to work, a great level of trust is needed - Leadership can make or break self-management in your environment Ziryan Salayi I am an Agile professional who is passionate about getting the most out of people and teams. Getting organizations and individuals more agile, more customer-oriented, and creating high-performing teams has become my personal mission over the years. My aim is to enable employees to be fully empowered and support self-selection in all areas within agile organizations. Agile Transformation & Self-organization Coach Jordann’s purpose is to nurture environments in which people can become their best selves. He believes one should manage the system and not just the people. Enabling environments in which people grow to new heights gives him energy. Contact Jordan Gross: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanngross/ Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdu Support the showContact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E06 Zombie Scrum with Johannes Schartau and Christiaan Verwijs | 19 Apr 2021 | 00:38:15 | |
Abstract: Scrum is lightweight framework; easy to understand, hard to master. It provides four formal events and one container event. It’s not prescriptive. But still, it’s pretty hard to use in practice. Just going through the motion is not going to help teams and organizations to reap the benefits Scrum can provide. Johannes Schartau and Christiaan Verwijs from The Liberators are here to talk to us about what they call “Zombie Scrum” is how you can cure it. What you’ll discover in this show: - Scrum Zombies can appear in every organization Johannes Schartau Organizational Consultant I am an Agile Coach, international speaker, complexity and integral thinker, Liberating Structures user, and Zombie Scrum fighter. I am also the co-author of the "Zombie Scrum Survival Guide" together with Christiaan Verwijs and Barry Overeem. Out now as part of the Professional Scrum Series at Addison-Wesley. Christiaan Verwijs Co-Founder of The Liberators I enjoy igniting positive change in teams and organizations. It is my strong belief that people should be empowered to drive change themselves, rather than being told by management or consultants how to change. My mission is to liberate the world from dehumanizing and demotivating workplaces by helping organizations find better ways to tap into the creativity, intelligence, and wisdom of people. I feel that this is the best way forward in this world of complex work. Based on my personal experience and my background in software engineering and organizational psychology, I have found both the Scrum Framework and Liberating Structures to be powerful ingredients here. Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement or psychological safety, Sander has a drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/ Additional resources: For more information on Zombie Scrum, check this website out: Support the showContact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E05 How conversations drive Value with Jeff Patton | 12 Apr 2021 | 00:35:46 | |
Abstract: Nothing quite captures emotions and the perception of value as just having a simple conversation. JIRA tickets full of details still cannot display what a face-to-face conversation can. But challenging times, like now with the pandemic going on, require a different approach. Jeff Patton joins us to share his insights! What you’ll discover in this show: - COVID has shown that product delivery still continuous steadily - Political discussions within the organizations are hard to break - The point where conversations start to stop have a huge impact Speakers: Jeff Patton VETERAN PRODUCT MANAGER, AGILE, LEAN, UX AND PRODUCT DESIGN EVANGELIST Jeff Patton is the glue that connects good product management and strategy, lean user experience, and agile delivery practices together. He has authored numerous articles, essays and, most recently, a book, “User Story Mapping.” An independent consultant with a unique teaching and speaking style, he uses hand-drawings and engaging story-telling to share his passion for product design. Sander Dur (host) Scrum Master, Agile Coach, trainer, and podcast host for ‘Mastering Agility” Sander Dur is a business agility enthusiast, with a passion for people. Whether it’s healthy product development, agile leadership, measurement, or psychological safety, Sander has the drive to enable organizations to the best of their abilities. He is an avid article writer, working on a book about Scrum Mastery from the Trenches, and is connecting listeners with the most influential people in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanderdur/
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| S01 E04 Humanizing the workspace with Gunther Verheyen | 04 Apr 2021 | 00:45:35 | |
Ever since the industrial revolution we've been getting more distanced from the value of people in the workspace. People are being called resourced and treated as such. A computer mouse is a resource. An office chair is a resource. People are people. In this episode, we're talking to Gunther Verheyen about we can humanize the workspace again. Support the showContact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E03 The Importance of Sprint Goals with Maarten Dalmijn | 29 Mar 2021 | 00:38:36 | |
Sprint Goals provide the single objective, the single focus, for the Sprint when we're talking about what's the most important thing to do. Often it's a misunderstood or hard thing to create. Why do we need one? Can we really create only 1, we're working on so many things?! Maarten Dalmijn is here to talk to us about why Sprint Goals are so important and how to deal with these questions. There is so much to say about it that he's even writing a book on this specific topic! Support the showContact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| #110 The Agile Product Operating Model with Simon Reindl & Martin Hinshelwood | 26 Aug 2024 | 01:30:30 | |
summary The conversation explores the challenges and misconceptions surrounding agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and the need for a common understanding and language in the industry. The guests discuss the fatigue and disillusionment with agile and the constant influx of new buzzwords. They emphasize the importance of focusing on core principles and delivering value, regardless of the specific framework or terminology used. The conversation also touches on the lack of competence and understanding among practitioners, highlighting the need for accreditation and a governing body to ensure quality and consistency. The conversation in this part revolves around the agile operating model and the need for certification. The hosts discuss the challenges of finding the right level of expertise and affordability in hiring co-hosts. They also touch upon the issue of online debates about using the wrong terminology. The conversation then transitions to the topic of the agile operating model and the potential for it to become the next big thing. They discuss the need for a certification process and the requirements for someone to be truly certified. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the product operating model and the potential impact on organizations and the audience. The conversation explores the convergence of product and agile operating models, the challenges of scaling innovation, the importance of clear constraints and empowerment, and the need for a learning culture. It emphasizes the need to focus on core principles rather than structures, embrace failure as part of the learning process, and create a culture of trust and connectedness. takeaways
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| S01 E02 Applying inspection and adaptation in Formula 1 with Giedo van der Garde | 23 Mar 2021 | 00:48:00 | |
Formula 1 is a hypercompetitive sport, with over 400 million people tuning in every year. Margins are within tenths of a second, budgets going over 200 million dollars, and teams are larger than the average company. When it comes to Formula 1 teams, the ability to inspect and adapt is incredibly important. Former Formula 1 driver Giedo van der Garde talks to us about his experience. Support the showContact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S01 E01 The Evolution of Business Agility with Dave West | 10 Mar 2021 | 00:44:30 | |
Since the notion of business agility started, many different frameworks have arisen. Dave West, CEO of Scrum.org, is joining us on the first podcast in the series to talk about the evolution of the whole concept of business agility, what role Scrum has played in it, and gives us his thoughts on how the future of business agility will look like. Support the showContact us at: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| #109 Organizing the Scan Agile Conference with Kjell de Ruiter & Eliska Cejpova | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:32:45 | |
Summary The conversation revolves around the Agile24 conference and the feelings associated with its end. The Sander and his guests talk about the biggest concerns in the run-up to the conference and the importance of risk management and preparation. They reflect on improvements for next year, particularly in terms of party and networking. They discuss the smooth organization process and the real costs of volunteering. The conversation also touches on the approach to in-person conferences after COVID and the global attendance and success of the event. The engaging and impactful speakers are discussed, as well as the experience of imposter syndrome and public speaking. The hosts emphasize the importance of conferences for networking and finding happiness in small moments. Takeaways
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| #108 The Silent Killer of Agile with Alex & Sally Sloley | 26 Jul 2024 | 00:49:13 | |
Summary The conversation covers karaoke, the Finnish Agile community, bad agile practices, agile transformations, fear, and personal advice. Sander Dur and his guests Sally and Aley Sloley discuss their dislike for karaoke and share stories about karaoke experiences. They praise the Finnish Agile community for their commitment and investment in creating a high-quality conference. They also discuss the negative impact of bad agile practices and the importance of sticking to true agile principles. The conversation delves into the concept of agile transformations and the need for continuous improvement rather than a definitive end state. They address the fear and resistance to change that often hinders agile adoption. They share personal experiences and offer advice on embracing experimentation and overcoming fear. The conversation concludes with a discussion on their mission to stop bad agile practices and the importance of staying true to one's beliefs. They also talk about using birds as metaphors in Sally's work and the importance of happiness in their careers. They share their fears and the impact of Agile on their lives. Takeaways
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| #107 Striving for Value & Quality | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:49:22 | |
The conversation revolves around the concept of value and its various interpretations. The hosts discuss the importance of defining and measuring value, the role of quality in delivering value, and the challenges faced by organizations in prioritizing value. They also touch on the impact of short-sightedness, the rise of disruptive competitors, and the influence of money on decision-making. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the pros and cons of different business models, such as SaaS and physical products. The conversation explores the concept of mediocrity and its impact on various aspects of work and life. It discusses the acceptance of mediocrity in education and society, the importance of measuring and striving for quality, and the need for personal and professional growth beyond mediocrity. The conversation also touches on the challenges of working in different cultural contexts and the role of uncertainty in agile practices. Takeaways
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| #106 Untrapping Product Teams with David Pereira | 09 Jul 2024 | 01:20:07 | |
Summary In this episode, David shares his experience of writing his book 'Untrapping Product Teams' and discusses the challenges and traps that product teams often face. He talks about the importance of resilience and a growth mindset for product managers. David emphasizes the need for a balance between discovery and delivery, stating that discovery is not an excuse to not deliver anything. He also highlights the value of evidence-based decision making and the importance of focusing on building the present and the future simultaneously. In this conversation, David shares his thoughts on writing more books and explores the challenges of being a product manager. He discusses the importance of creating a space where product teams can thrive and the need for unconventional product management. David also emphasizes the value of experimentation and creating an environment where product owners can experiment. He highlights the significance of building relationships with stakeholders and the importance of aligning with them rather than managing them. The key takeaway is that no matter where you are, you can drive change and take action for a better tomorrow. Takeaways
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| #105 The Future of Agile with Jose Casal | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:28:22 | |
In this conversation, the Sander Dur and Jose Casal discuss finding happiness in everyday life and the importance of incremental achievements. They also explore the role of leaders as organizational gardeners and the need to create environments for people to thrive. The definition of business agility is examined, along with the future of Agile and business agility. Jose shares insights on the evolution of work and hierarchy, the need for better incentives, and the surprises of change and transformation. Sander and Jose discuss the future of large organizations and the concept of a federation of micro businesses. The conversation concludes with a focus on dynamic team formation and the importance of cleaning up legacy products and services. Check out our sponsor: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| #104 The Happiness Blueprint with Antoni Tzavelas | 26 Jun 2024 | 00:43:51 | |
SummaryIn this conversation, Anthony shares his insights on happiness and its impact on individuals and teams. He discusses the challenges he faced in his life and how he overcame them to find happiness. Anthony emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, empathy, and a positive mindset in fostering happiness. He also introduces the concept of the happiness blueprint, which includes elements like inspiration, mindset, power, alliance, care, and transformation. Anthony highlights the need for organizations to prioritize happiness in the workforce and shares the success story of a high-performing team. He concludes by offering advice on improving daily scrum or stand-up meetings. Takeaways
Chapters 00:00Introduction and Tough Crowd 01:23Discovering the Importance of Happiness 03:28The Impact of Challenging Experiences on Happiness 04:56Overcoming Challenges and Making a Change 06:22The Impact of Challenging Experiences on Family 07:49Feeling Lucky and Grateful 09:13The Influence of Upbringing on Happiness 10:09The Meaning of Happiness 10:58Inspiration from Others 11:55The Happiness Blueprint 13:24The Dangers of Toxic Positivity 14:22Dealing with Bad Days 15:21Resources for Practicing Happiness 21:56Accepting and Embracing Yourself 23:25Dealing with Turmoil and Anger 25:56Developing Emotional Intelligence 27:04Empathy vs Sympathy 28:17The Importance of Self-Change 29:42The Search for Dopamine Hits 30:26The Impact of Happiness on the Workforce 34:18The Resistance to Happiness in Organizations 37:41Success Story of a High-Performing Team 40:36Improving Daily Scrum or Stand-Up 42:04Question for the Next Guest Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| #103 Lean Portfolio Management and OKRs with Yuval Yeret | 18 Jun 2024 | 01:04:42 | |
Summary In this conversation, Jim, Sander, and their guest Yuval discuss various topics including SAFE, lean portfolio management, and OKRs. They explore the misconceptions and polarizing nature of SAFE, the difference between a traditional PMO and a lean portfolio, and the challenges of managing different ways of working within a global organization. They also delve into the concept of OKRs, the importance of setting realistic goals, and the potential pitfalls of tying incentives to OKRs. The conversation concludes with a discussion on metrics and the value of thinking in bets. Takeaways
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| #116 Neurodiversity in Scrum Teams with Anita Kalmane-Boot - Part 1 | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:28:17 | |
summary In this conversation, Sander Dur and Anita Kalmane-Boot explore the concept of neurodivergence, discussing its implications in personal and professional settings. They delve into the definitions of neurodiversity and neurodivergent conditions, share personal experiences, and highlight the importance of understanding and accommodating neurodivergent individuals in team environments. The discussion also touches on the challenges faced by neurodivergent people, the process of diagnosis, and the need for open conversations about mental health in the workplace. Sander and Anita discusse the complexities of neurodiversity, the challenges of social interactions, and the dynamics of remote work. They reflect on personal experiences and emphasize the importance of self-acceptance and creating supportive environments for neurodivergent individuals. The discussion also touches on parenting, confidence versus arrogance, and the need for understanding in team dynamics. takeaways
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| #102 "No Matter What" with Agavni Jessaijan | 11 Jun 2024 | 01:23:44 | |
Summary In this conversation, Sander Dur and Agavni Jessaijan discuss her diverse creative skills and her journey to self-employment. They explore the importance of communication and the belief that everything is possible. Agavni shares her experiences as an entrepreneur and the challenges she faced during the pandemic. They also discuss her participation in a special forces TV show and the lessons she learned from it. The conversation highlights the importance of autonomy, mastery, and purpose in motivation and the need for trust and teamwork. Agavni reflects on her experience on the TV show 'Kamp van Koningsbrugge' and how it taught her the importance of speaking her truth and staying true to her core. She discusses her physical and mental challenges during the show and how they helped her overcome her insecurities. Agavni emphasizes the need for compassionate communication and the integration of the head, heart, and gut brains in personal leadership. She also talks about her upcoming book, 'No Matter What,' which shares her personal journey and offers insights and wise questions for personal growth and development. Takeaways
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| #101 Fred Deichler on The Agile Coaching Growth Wheel | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:40:13 | |
Summary In this conversation, Fred reflects on his experience speaking at Scan Agile and shares his biggest lesson learned. He also discusses the Agile Coaching Growth Wheel and the need for unifying standards in the agile coaching profession. The conversation explores the difference between agile coaches and scrum masters and the importance of theory and practical experience. Fred emphasizes the value of diversity in agile teams and shares insights on articulating the value of agile coaches. Check out our sponsor: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| #100 Denise Tilles on Product Operations | 28 May 2024 | 00:48:24 | |
Summary Denise discusses the concept of product operations and its role in helping product managers make faster and better quality decisions. Product operations involves providing PMs with the necessary inputs and support to set strategy, prioritize, create roadmaps, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders. It differs from traditional agile approaches by focusing on the system around teams rather than just the teams themselves. Denise also highlights the importance of defining the product and understanding the problem to be solved. She emphasizes the need for buy-in from leadership and the importance of clear communication and stakeholder management in implementing product operations. In this part of the conversation, Denise discusses the challenges of stakeholder discussions and balancing strategic decisions with short-term opportunities. She also talks about the relationship between strategy and incentives in a product organization. The conversation then shifts to the topic of Denise's book on product operations and why she decided to write it. She emphasizes the importance of understanding what product operations is and how it can be implemented in different areas of a company. The chapter ends with a discussion on scaling challenges and the role of go-to-market alignment and data in product operations. In this conversation, Yuval and Jim discuss various topics related to agile portfolio management and OKRs. They explore the challenges and benefits of implementing agile practices in traditional project management offices (PMOs) and the importance of aligning goals and strategies at different levels of the organization. They also delve into the use of OKRs as a tool for setting and measuring goals, emphasizing the need for outcome-oriented goals and collaboration in their development. Throughout the conversation, they highlight the importance of continuous improvement and adaptability in managing portfolios and achieving organizational success. Takeaways Product operations helps PMs make faster and better quality decisions by providing the necessary inputs and support. Product operations focuses on the system around teams, rather than just the teams themselves, setting it apart from traditional agile approaches. Defining the product and understanding the problem to be solved are crucial for effective product operations. Buy-in from leadership is essential for implementing product operations. Clear communication and stakeholder management are key to successful product operations. Balancing stakeholder discussions and strategic decisions can be challenging, especially when short-term opportunities arise. The relationship between strategy and incentives in a product organization is complex and can lead to conflicting goals. Product operations is a key function in a company and understanding its role and potential is crucial. Implementing product operations requires considering areas of deficit and opportunity within the organization. Denise's book on product operations provides actionable tips and real-life experiences to help companies navigate these challenges. Agile practices can be challenging to implement in traditional PMOs, but they offer benefits such as increased alignment and adaptability. OKRs are a useful tool for setting and measuring goals, but they should be outcome-oriented and developed collaboratively with the people doing the work. Continuous improvement and adaptability are key to managing portfolios effectively and achieving organizational success. Experimentation and learning are crucial for driving innovation and differentiation in portfolio management. Check out our sponsor: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S07 E08 Cliff Hazel and Chris Stone on Going for Chaos | 21 May 2024 | 00:44:07 | |
Summary The conversation explores the overuse of the phrase 'it depends' and the importance of providing context and honesty in responses. The speakers discuss the value of understanding the starting point and the direction one is moving in. They also emphasize the need to optimize for value rather than efficiency and consider the broader impacts and trade-offs of decisions. The role of fun in retrospectives is highlighted, as well as the importance of finding a sustainable pace and taking care of administrative tasks. The conversation concludes with the question of the biggest learning for the year. Takeaways
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| S07 E07 Evelien Hölsken on Free A Girl | 14 May 2024 | 00:46:51 | |
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| S07 E06 Joe Krebs on Agile Katas | 10 May 2024 | 00:30:46 | |
Summary Takeaways
Chapters 00:00Introduction and Background 02:24The Importance of Continuous Improvement 04:17The Misconception of Agile Transformation 05:14Evolution of the Talk on Agile Kata 06:12The Challenge of Embracing Continuous Learning 07:40Challenges in Challenging Existing Processes 09:07The Time Investment for Creating New Habits 10:08Using Kata to Improve Business Situations 11:36Success Stories of Applying Kata 13:31Applying Kata in Lean Manufacturing Environments 14:55The Challenge of Having a Continuous Improvement Mindset 15:23The Danger of Zombie Scrum 20:35Challenging the Sprint-Based Approach 24:21Applying Kata in Simple Product Spaces 25:20The Slow Progress of Building the Agile Kata Community 27:35Question for the Next Guest Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S07 E05 Esther Derby on Gearing Positive Change | 30 Apr 2024 | 00:56:20 | |
Summary This conversation explores the concept of empathy and its importance in various contexts. Esther Derby gives valuable insights into defining empathy, the possibility of having too much empathy, and practical tips for practicing empathy. The conversation also delves into the role of empathy in product design, overcoming barriers to empathy, and effective communication. Additionally, it highlights the importance of creating a safe environment for empathy and discusses the challenges and benefits of empathy in virtual settings. Takeaways
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| S07 E04 Amber Vanderburg on Communicating Technical Ideas to non-Technical Audiences | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:45:21 | |
Summary In this conversation, Amber shares insights on leading change and higher performance within teams. She emphasizes the importance of inspiring action rather than commanding action, drawing parallels between sports teams and product development teams. Amber also discusses the power of debriefing and learning from failure, as well as the need for effective communication and understanding of technical concepts for different audiences. She highlights the value of asking the right questions to assess baseline knowledge and prioritize information. Amber concludes by expressing her interest in seeing more discussions on talent development and the growth of individuals in the workplace. Takeaways
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| S07 E03 Chris Williams on the Art of Simplicity | 16 Apr 2024 | 01:13:38 | |
The conversation explores the concept of simplicity and its challenges in various contexts. It delves into the importance of feedback, organizational and cultural change, and the friction between doing the thing right and doing the right thing. The difficulty of simplicity is discussed, along with the power of simple solutions. The conversation explores the importance of simplicity in product development and the challenges organizations face in achieving it. The three main drivers in the workforce are identified as community, cause, and compensation, with their importance varying depending on career stage. Perks and benefits, such as ping pong tables and beer on tap, are no longer sufficient to attract and retain talent. The focus should be on creating work that matters and providing employees with a sense of purpose. Short-term focus and financial stress can hinder organizations and individuals from achieving simplicity. It is crucial to let go of unnecessary tasks and amplify the value of the work being done. Takeaways
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| S07 E02 Tom Siebeneicher on Our Journey in Public Speaking | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:46:48 | |
Summary In this conversation, Sander and Don discuss their journey in public speaking and share their experiences and insights. They talk about how they started doing public speaking, the challenges they faced, and the lessons they learned along the way. They emphasize the importance of having a supportive network, being open to feedback, and continuously improving their presentations. They also discuss the cultural differences they encountered at different conferences and the impact of their talks on the audience. They conclude by sharing their plans for the future, including exploring speaking opportunities outside of the agile community. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| #115 Hosts against Humanity: A tale of Scrum, Smurfs & big decisions - Part 2 | 27 Oct 2024 | 00:38:52 | |
This episode features an interview with the hosts of Mastering Agility who discuss their personal and professional journeys into Agile. Sander and Jim share how they transitioned into the Scrum Master role from various career paths. Both highlight the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and servant leadership in their Agile work. Jim initially worked in a tech company as a vice president managing multiple roles but shifted to Agile after being recruited by someone who saw potential in his leadership style. He explains that his previous experience prepared him for the Scrum Master role by teaching him to focus on value and relationships. Sander’s Agile journey began with a course on Scrum, which helped him rethink how to approach work, particularly after recovering from burnout. He reflects on how his burnout changed his perspective on success, leading him to focus on what gives him energy and purpose. They also dive into common challenges in Agile transformations, with both hosts mentioning frequent client questions like “How long does it take to become Agile?” or “What metrics should we use?” They emphasize that Agile success depends on adaptability, calculated risk-taking, and fostering an environment where teams can figure out what works for them, much like Spotify did. They criticize organizations that fear risk and avoid change, likening them to companies like Blockbuster and Blackberry, which failed to adapt and ultimately lost their market positions. In discussing work-life balance, Jim and Sander reflect on the impact their careers have had on their personal lives. Jim opens up about struggling with anxiety in the past, while Sander discusses the mental shift he experienced after his burnout, learning to prioritize happiness over traditional markers of success. They also stress the importance of creating space for self-care and setting boundaries in their work, noting that personal well-being is critical to professional success. The episode ends on a lighter note, where each of the hosts shares something personal. Sander reveals that he was once a ballroom dancer, while Jim talks about how he dealt with anxiety. They discuss hypothetical alternative careers if they didn't need to work for money, with suggestions ranging from running a sustainable farm to being a professional helper, tying back to their values of service and learning. Check out our sponsor: Check out our sponsor: Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. | |||
| S07 E01 Gojko Adzic on Specification By Example | 03 Apr 2024 | 01:09:05 | |
Summary Takeaways
Chapters 00:00Introduction 01:21Visualizing Specifications 03:04Early Experiences with Software Quality 04:09Solving Communication Problems 05:31Validating Real-World Usage of Spec by Example 06:29Getting Permission from Companies for Case Studies 08:28Persistent Challenges and Positive Patterns 09:49Adoption of Given-When-Then and Consolidation of Tools 11:42Identifying Bottlenecks and Visualizing Problems 13:01Causing Organizational Change 14:09The Challenge of Change Resistance 16:30The Evolution of Software Development Solutions 26:48Goiko's Recent Work and Projects 35:26The Power of Expressing Human Knowledge in Software 36:03Visualization Tools and Increased Shared Understanding 37:27Specialists vs. Generalists in the Software Industry 38:49The Shift Towards Smaller Organizations and General Purpose Work 41:49The Role of AI in Minimizing Political Games in Organizations 42:54The Responsibility of Software Professionals in Creating Good Software 51:01The Need for Spending More Time on Edge Cases and Negative Use Cases 53:31The Societal Impact of Bad Software and the Role of Governments 57:41The Potential for IT to Become a Profession 01:01:29The Conservation and Shifting of Complexity in Software Development 01:04:43The Impact of Shoddy Software on People's Lives | |||
| S06 E19 David Asch on the Agile Enterprise | 12 Mar 2024 | 00:48:02 | |
SummaryIn this conversation, David Ash discusses his book, The Agile Enterprise, and his experiences applying Agile principles across companies. He shares his initial hesitation about writing the book and his journey of self-discovery and overcoming imposter syndrome. David emphasizes the importance of leaders who think differently and the need for organizations to prevent and address fires rather than constantly firefighting. He also explores the role of AI and technology in augmenting work and the challenges of quantifying the costs of technical debt. The conversation concludes with a question for the next guest about the future of development and incorporating new technologies. Takeaways
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| S06 E18 Johannes Geske and Stephen Sykes on ScrumMatch | 28 Feb 2024 | 00:46:12 | |
Summary In this conversation, Sander Dur and his guests discuss the biggest lessons learned during the week and the importance of user feedback in the release strategy. They introduce Scrum Match, a platform that connects companies with true Scrum Masters who can deliver business value. They highlight the need for true Scrum Masters who can use Scrum as a means to an end and differentiate them from Scrum Masters in name only. The hosts also discuss the future of Scrum Match and the scaling of the platform. They emphasize the importance of focus and the value of feedback for both Scrum Masters and employers. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the importance of sponsorship in podcasting and share insights on building and maintaining relationships with sponsors. They emphasize the need to deliver value to sponsors and measure the success of sponsorships. The conversation also covers negotiation strategies for sponsorship deals. Takeaways
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| S06 E17 Dan Balcauski on Pricing Strategies | 12 Feb 2024 | 01:11:33 | |
Summary The conversation explores various aspects of pricing strategies, including benefits framing, pricing orientations, value-based pricing, and the challenges associated with it. The importance of regularly reviewing pricing and making incremental changes is emphasized. The fear of pricing conversations and risk mitigation strategies are discussed. The emotional relationship with money and its impact on pricing decisions is explored. The chapter concludes with a discussion on bundling price increases with value increases. The conversation explores the topics of costs, value, different business models, adjusting pricing based on value, defining value, and getting started with pricing strategy. It also touches on the concept of overpriced products. Takeaways
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