Podcasts about agile project management

Agile in Hardware: The Future of Agile Hardware Development, A Case Study From High Power Semiconductor Industry With Milad Maleki and Markus Thut In this Agile in Hardware episode, Milad Maleki and Markus Thut of Hitachi Energy Ltd. describe the pioneering methods and challenges of Agile hardware development in high-power semiconductor manufacturing. From introducing cutting-edge RoadPak technology for Formula E racing to optimizing consumer EV solutions, they share a fresh perspective on agile practices beyond the traditional software domain. Join us as we uncover the intricacies of an iterative approach to hardware design, production integration, and actionable insights for advancing Agile principles in complex hardware manufacturing. The RoadPak Project: Pioneering eMobility Innovation Milad and Markus kick off the discussion with the story behind the RoadPak project, a powerful technology supporting electric mobility and racing industries, including Formula E and Formula 1. Developed initially as a small-scale prototype, RoadPak has since evolved into a versatile solution with wide-reaching applications in consumer electric vehicles and fast-charging stations. “From racing to consumer EVs, RoadPak's journey showcases the transformative potential of scaling innovation from concept to consumer solutions.” Redefining Agile in Hardware: An Iterative Revolution Unlike traditional hardware development's linear approach, the team adopted an Agile model to adapt and evolve both the product and its manufacturing processes at the same time. By designing the production line in tandem with the product, they created a collaborative environment where feedback directly informed product design and production line adjustments. “In Agile hardware, the manufacturing process becomes part of the product itself—a continual feedback loop between design, production, and customer needs.” Iterative Sample Development: The A, B, C, and D Samples Milad and Markus discuss the use of progressive sample iterations (A, B, C, and D) to refine RoadPak's development. But, within each of the sample phases, they iterated quickly, for example having samples from A1, A2, A2b, etc. This approach provided invaluable insights, allowing for cost-effective tools and small-scale prototypes that rapidly incorporated feedback from customers and the production line. “Every iteration helped us with fast and impactful learning cycles which refined both product design and manufacturing. Proving that fast feedback is crucial—even in hardware.” Customer Feedback and Early Prototyping: Shortening the Feedback Loop To ensure RoadPak met real-world requirements, the team engaged customers early and often. They relied on simulation, rapid prototyping, and laser-cut parts to accelerate the feedback process. A specialized “evaluation kit” enabled customers to test the component in their own environments, exemplifying how quick delivery - even in hardware projects - can significantly speed up product development. “Early customer feedback is critical; our evaluation kit bridged the gap, turning theoretical design into practical functionality for real-world testing.” Integrated Development: Product and Manufacturing as Partners This episode emphasizes the unique challenges of developing the product and manufacturing process concurrently. By focusing on early quality control and optimizing the process on-site, they achieved higher yield and product reliability, setting the foundation for scalable, high-quality production. “For any new product, designing the manufacturing process alongside the product itself isn't optional—it's essential for quick feedback, and long-term success and quality.” Key Success Factors in Agile Hardware Development Markus and Milad highlight the importance of cross-functional teams, communication, and focus on dedicated resources. By streamlining their team's goals and processes, they maintained agility and clarity in the development cycle. This episode wraps up with tips and resources for those looking to apply Agile principles to hardware, emphasizing the value of flexible, collaborative workflows. “Focus and communication drive success in Agile hardware; with the right team alignment, you're equipped to adapt quickly and effectively.” Recommended Resources Milad and Markus suggest practical resources to deepen listeners' understanding of Agile in hardware. The book Scrum Essentials: Agile Software Development and Agile Project Management for Project Managers, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Stakeholders by Troy Dimes serves as an adaptable foundation. “Books and frameworks are starting points, but adapting Agile to hardware means integrating experimentation as a core part of the process.” About Markus Thut and Milad Maleki Markus Thut is a lead engineer at Hitachi Energy Ltd.'s semiconductor production in Lenzburg, Switzerland, specializing in high-power semiconductors and eMobility innovations. Markus is recognized for his forward-thinking approach to automation and industrial innovation, rooted in Swiss precision and a dedication to bringing visionary ideas to life. You can link with Markus Thut on LinkedIn and connect with Markus Thut on Twitter. Milad Maleki is the Head of R&D for high-power semiconductors at Hitachi Energy. With a PhD from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Milad has led groundbreaking research and development initiatives in the semiconductor field, championing collaboration and innovation to power a sustainable energy future. You can link with Milad Maleki on LinkedIn and connect with Milad Maleki on Twitter.

Loved chatting with Helene Gidley, founder of A2 Agile Incorporated, about how an an agile approach can help small business owners stay organized, adapt to change, and avoid burnout. Here are a few key takeaways: Agile is about visibility and adaptability: Helene emphasizes the importance of making your work visible and breaking it into small, manageable chunks. This allows you to respond to changes quickly and see progress incrementally. Keep tasks visible: She suggests using physical tools like sticky notes to keep tasks front and center. This old-school method helps you stay focused and track your progress more effectively. Treat time as a valuable resource: Helene discusses the importance of scheduling time not just for meetings but also for completing tasks, ensuring that you prioritize and protect your time as a valuable resource, just like your budget. Break tasks into smaller steps: Large tasks can feel overwhelming, so Helene recommends breaking them down into smaller, actionable steps that can be done in short time increments, providing a sense of accomplishment as you check them off. About Helene Helene Gidley, founder of A2Agile Inc. is a vibrant entrepreneur and agile coach celebrated for her extraordinary ability for getting things done. Drawing on 40 years of experience, Helene shows you how to use powerful Agile Project Management techniques to get things done and build your best life. Learn More https://www.a2agile.com/agileliving   --- Discover other episodes and more:  https://morethanafewwords.com/avoid-fomo/ Connect with Lorraine on LinkedIn  

In this episode, I'm joined by Helene Gidley to explore how Agile Project Management techniques can help us get things done! Originally developed in the IT industry to improve software development processes, Agile uses simple tools like cards and sticky notes to make tasks visible and manageable. Helene shares how she's adapted this method into her daily life and even wrote a book about it, The Art of Agile Living.We dive into how you can transform daily chaos into a playground of possibilities, and why Helene still swears by planning on paper—even in today's digital world. She explains how breaking tasks into smaller steps boosts motivation, reduces stress, and helps hit deadlines faster than you'd expect.Helene's approach is very similar to my “a few minutes a day keep the chaos away” mantra and approach, and we'll also chat about how they differ. If you've ever struggled with procrastination, multitasking, or finishing what you start, tune in as we share some practical tips to help you regain control and build momentum.Find the full shownotes >>> here>> I'd love to hear from you, send me a Text Message ;-)From Chaos to Peace Consulting Inc - https://connygraf.comGet notified of the next live round of Chaos to Peace Jumpstart

Summary In this episode, Andy interviews Karla Eidem, the Managing Director of North America region at Project Management Institute (PMI). The discussion focuses on the latest trends and developments in project management. They explore the evolution of project managers from executing technical aspects to becoming strategic partners in organizations. They also discuss the shift towards hybrid and agile approaches in project management and the impact of different work arrangements on team collaboration and project performance. Finally, they also touch on the role of AI in project management and the resources offered by PMI to support project professionals. If you're looking for insights on how to keep up with the latest trends in leading and delivering projects, this episode is for you! Sound Bites "The role of the PMs has definitely shifted away from executing the technical aspects of a project to a strategic partner in the organization." "Project managers must also be adaptable and resilient to the well ever-changing business environment and be very competent in risk management." "A good project manager should know which tools to pull from their PM toolbox almost like a mechanic knowing what to do." "Work location does not have a negative impact on project performance. In fact, project performance rates for in-person, hybrid, and remote work actually yield similar results." "We need to be better storytellers. If we're not able to communicate effectively the value of what we do, then it'll be hard for the leaders of their organizations to even understand why they need to invest in project management." "A hybrid approach is actually gaining ground as the fit-for-purpose approach." "Performance levels are comparable for hybrid, agile, and predictive approaches." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:24 Start of Interview 04:39 How to Decide Between Traditional and Hybrid Approaches 11:15 Findings About Remote, Hybrid, and In-Person Work 14:41 Karla's Personal Experience With Remote Work 16:45 Mobile Devices and Productivity 19:56 How AI is Transforming Project Management 25:00 Strategies for Continuous Learning Despite Busy Schedules 28:56 Communicating the Value of Investing in Project Management 32:41 Wrap-Up 33:01 Andy Comments After the Interview 34:35 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Pulse of the Profession® at pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/pulse. AI for Project Managers and Leaders With the constant stream of AI news, it's sometimes hard to grasp how these advancements can benefit us as project managers and leaders in our day-to-day work. That's why I developed our e-learning course: AI Made Simple: A Practical Guide to Using AI in Your Everyday Work. This self-guided course is designed for project managers and leaders aiming to harness AI's potential to enhance your work, streamline your workflow, and boost your productivity. Go to ai.i-leadonline.com to learn more and join us. The feedback from the program has been fantastic. Take this opportunity to unlock the potential of AI for your team and projects. Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Business Acumen   The following music was used for this episode: Music: Quantum Sparks Full Version by MusicLFiles License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Chillhouse by Frank Schroeter License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

In this very special 500th episode, your host, Andy Storch, takes you on a reflective journey through the most impactful moments and episodes in the podcast's history. We'll revisit key discussions on Agile Project Management in L&D, retaining talent during the great resignation, digital learning, and more. Andy shares his personal insights into the joys and challenges of podcasting, the importance of continuous learning, and the integral role of AI in talent development.Connect with Andy Storch:WebsiteLinkedInJoin us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!Join us at the Talent Development Think Tank Conference

APMG International presents our popular weekly panel Q&A show. This episode is about how to become an Agile Change Agent. An opportunity to have your real-life questions answered. Host: Shanice Mitchell-Cox, APMG International Question Master: Charlotte Miller, APMG International Panelists: Malini Jayaganesh is a Strategic Advisor & Coach - ITSM Hub; Director Emeritus - Business Relationship Management Institute Richard Campbell is a Director, Product Engagement Lead at Agile Business Consortium Sarah Olaifa is a Project Manager, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) Belinda Waldock is an Agility Coach, Being Agile Ana Aranda is a Training Catalogue Managing Director at Netmind

It's the season finale of Elixir Wizards Office Hours! SmartLogic's Project Manager Alicia Brindisi and VP of Delivery Bri LaVorgna join host Dan to delve into the agile ceremony of retrospectives. They explore the vital role of retrospectives in Agile project management and unveil practical strategies for enhancing their effectiveness. Alicia and Bri break down the elements of a successful retrospective. They cover everything from meticulous preparation to facilitation techniques, and how to choose the best format for fostering open dialogue and actionable results. Learn how to navigate common obstacles and guide discussions toward productive, solution-focused outcomes. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the transformative potential of retrospectives within the Agile framework, portraying them not just as a procedural activity, but as a catalyst for continuous team growth and project success. Key topics discussed in this episode: Mastering the full potential of retrospectives in Agile environments Best practices for effective preparation and facilitation Choosing the right format to suit your team's dynamics Strategies for overcoming typical challenges during retrospectives Techniques for addressing and resolving interpersonal conflicts constructively The critical importance of valuing each team member's perspective Practical advice on applying insights from retrospectives to enact organizational changes Tailoring and refining retrospectives to meet your team's unique requirements Links mentioned: SmartLogic https://smartlogic.io/ SmartLogic LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/smartlogic-io Contact Bri Bri@smartlogic.io Retrium Retrospectives for Scrum & Agile Teams https://www.retrium.com/ 4Ls Retrospective Template https://www.retrium.com/retrospective-techniques/4ls Start Stop Continue Retrospective https://www.retrium.com/retrospective-techniques/start-stop-continue Sailboat Retrospective https://www.retrium.com/retrospective-techniques/sailboat Starfish Retrospective https://www.retrium.com/retrospective-techniques/starfish ClickUp Project Management Platform https://clickup.com/teams/project-management Asana Task Manager http://www.asana.com Jira Project Management Tool https://www.atlassian.com/software/jira  Special Guests: Alicia Brindisi and Bri LaVorgna.

APMG International presents our popular weekly panel Q&A show. Episode 248 is about how to become a Digital Leader. Hosted by Nick Houlton and Question Master Suchitra Jacob. Answering your questions are Malini Jayaganesh, Adrian Pyne, Sarah Hills, Richard Campbell, Allan Kelly and Cath Convery.

In Episode 9 of Elixir Wizards Office Hours, we dive into task writing and backlog grooming, transforming ideas from the discovery phase into actionable tickets. Join SmartLogic Developer Camber Griffin and hosts Dan Ivovich and Owen Bickford as they explore the intricacies of task writing, ticket grooming, estimation, and backlog management in the software development lifecycle. They emphasize crafting clear, detailed tickets that act as comprehensive guides for development teams. A well-written ticket does more than outline what needs to be built—it facilitates collaboration by including entry points, linking to essential documentation, defining acceptance criteria, detailing QA steps, and identifying potential risks and future hurdles. Key topics discussed in this episode: Crafting actionable development tickets from inspiration Achieving the optimal level of detail in tickets Tailoring ticket content for developers, QA, and stakeholders Standardizing ticket format with templates Structurally breaking down tasks into manageable sections Ensuring flexibility in implementation while maintaining clear specifications Proactively discussing architectural and design approaches Incorporating related documentation within tickets Clarifying acceptance criteria and QA procedures Accurately estimating task effort and complexity Collaboratively grooming tasks with cross-functional teams Adjusting tickets to evolving requirements Strategically planning for uncertainties and out-of-scope concerns Managing and versioning ongoing documentation Keeping the backlog clean, prioritized, and relevant Mapping dependencies among interconnected tasks Links mentioned: Jira Work Management https://www.atlassian.com/software/jira ClickUp Project Management Platform https://clickup.com/teams/project-management GitHub Projects https://docs.github.com/en/issues/planning-and-tracking-with-projects Zube Agile Project Management https://zube.io/ Pivotal Tracker Agile Project Management Tool https://www.pivotaltracker.com/ Trak Portfolio Management System https://pd-trak.com/ ClearCase Software Configuration Mgmt www.ibm.com/products/devops-code-clearcase Oban Job Processing in Elixir https://github.com/sorentwo/oban Special Guest: Camber Griffin.

Summary In this episode, Andy interviews Rich Maltzman and Jim Stewart about their book Great Meetings Build Great Teams: A Guide for Project Leaders and Agilists. They discuss the common reasons why people dislike meetings, such as lack of purpose and poor facilitation. They introduce the concept of 'meeting goblins,' which are negative personalities that emerge during meetings, and provide strategies for dealing with them. The conversation also covers the challenges and best practices of virtual meetings, as well as the benefits and potential pitfalls of agile ceremonies like daily standups. The conversation focuses on the importance of effective meetings in building great teams. Rich and Jim share their experiences and strategies for running successful meetings, including setting ground rules, timekeeping, and using technology like AI for meeting summaries. They also discuss the impact of cultural differences on meetings and provide tips for managing diverse teams. The conversation concludes by emphasizing the link between great meetings and great teams, highlighting the role of meetings in fostering collaboration, building relationships, and achieving project goals. Sound Bites "Meetings are a fact of life, often complained about but also often tolerated." "Connection before context. Before you start right into the meeting, make sure you have a little bit of social interaction." "Goblins are personalities that come out during meetings, and it's up to the meeting facilitator to recognize and address them." "Great meetings aren't just about agendas and facilitation techniques; they're about showing that you care about the project and the team." "Rosie the Reticent is the quiet version of Nadia the Naysayer." "Decision latency is one of the biggest reasons for project failures, so it's crucial to have the right people at meetings." "Understanding national, regional, and organizational cultures is important for effective meetings." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:17 Start of Interview 02:28 Why Do People Hate Meetings 05:06 Meeting Goblins 16:03 Virtual Meetings 19:50 Connection Before Context 20:53 Advantages and Warnings: Agile Standups 27:29 How Culture Impacts Meetings 34:42 When Too Many People Are Invited 41:53 AI and Meetings 47:38 The Link Between Great Meetings and Great Teams 51:26 Interview Wrap Up 52:00 Andy Comments After the Interview 54:16 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Rich, Jim, and their book here: Jim on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/jimstewartpmp/ Rich on LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/exclaim/ Their book on Amazon: click here If you'd like more on this subject, here are some episodes to check out: Episodes 72 and 246, with meeting researcher Steven Rogelberg Episode 245, with meeting guru J. Elise Keith AI for Project Managers and Leaders With the constant stream of AI news, it's sometimes hard to grasp how these advancements can benefit us as project managers and leaders in our day-to-day work. That's why I developed our e-learning course: AI Made Simple: A Practical Guide to Using AI in Your Everyday Work. This self-guided course is designed for project managers and leaders aiming to harness AI's potential to enhance your work, streamline your workflow, and boost your productivity. Go to ai.i-leadonline.com to learn more and join us. The feedback from the program has been fantastic. Take this opportunity to unlock the potential of AI for your team and projects. Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills   The following music was used for this episode: Music: The Fantastical Ferret by Tim Kulig License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Energetic & Drive Indie Rock YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S30Oxdmi1dg License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

APMG International presents our popular weekly panel Q&A show. Episode 244 is about how to manage Agile Projects. Hosted by Nick Houlton and Question Master Charlotte Miller. Answering your questions are Bina Champaneria, Farah HEBA, Richard Campbell, Mark Kouwenhoven, Wijnand Lens, and Giles Lindsay.

APMG International presents our popular weekly panel Q&A show. Episode 239 is about how to achieve an Agile Mindset. Hosted by Nick Houlton and Question Master Charlotte Miller. Answering your questions are Bina Champaneria, Malini Jayaganesh, Farah HEBA, Cindy Hancock, Allan Kelly, and Mridul Tandon.

Summary Anton Skornyakov, the co-founder and managing director of Agile.Coach, discussed his role in coaching organizations and individuals on agile project management methodologies. He emphasized the importance of delivering small, useful pieces of a project to customers for feedback and the challenges encountered when implementing new ERP systems. Anton also shared his admiration for Russian political activist Alexei Navalny, calling him a hero due to his successful and agile campaigning. Lastly, Anton provided information about how one could contact him through his website, Slicingwork.com.   About Anton Passionate about Agile methodologies, Anton Skornyakov holds the esteemed Certified Scrum Trainer certification, a distinction shared by only 250 individuals globally, awarded by the Scrum Alliance®. Anton's dedication to organizational collaboration and Agile principles in the public and nonprofit sectors led him to his current role as co-founder and managing director of Agile.Coach. In this capacity, he has coached nearly a hundred organizations and thousands of individuals in the art of slicing work. Anton is also the author of the upcoming book The Art of Slicing Work: How to Navigate Unpredictable Projects, which is the subject of our conversation today. 

Summary Anton Skornyakov, the co-founder and managing director of Agile.Coach, discussed his role in coaching organizations and individuals on agile project management methodologies. He emphasized the importance of delivering small, useful pieces of a project to customers for feedback and the challenges encountered when implementing new ERP systems. Anton also shared his admiration for Russian political activist Alexei Navalny, calling him a hero due to his successful and agile campaigning. Lastly, Anton provided information about how one could contact him through his website, Slicingwork.com.   About Anton Passionate about Agile methodologies, Anton Skornyakov holds the esteemed Certified Scrum Trainer certification, a distinction shared by only 250 individuals globally, awarded by the Scrum Alliance®. Anton's dedication to organizational collaboration and Agile principles in the public and nonprofit sectors led him to his current role as co-founder and managing director of Agile.Coach. In this capacity, he has coached nearly a hundred organizations and thousands of individuals in the art of slicing work. Anton is also the author of the upcoming book The Art of Slicing Work: How to Navigate Unpredictable Projects, which is the subject of our conversation today. 

In Elixir Wizards Office Hours Episode 2, "Discovery Discoveries," SmartLogic's Project Manager Alicia Brindisi and VP of Delivery Bri LaVorgna join Elixir Wizards Sundi Myint and Owen Bickford on an exploratory journey through the discovery phase of the software development lifecycle. This episode highlights how collaboration and communication transform the client-project team dynamic into a customized expedition. The goal of discovery is to reveal clear business goals, understand the end user, pinpoint key project objectives, and meticulously document the path forward in a Product Requirements Document (PRD). The discussion emphasizes the importance of fostering transparency, trust, and open communication. Through a mutual exchange of ideas, we are able to create the most tailored, efficient solutions that meet the client's current goals and their vision for the future. Key topics discussed in this episode: Mastering the art of tailored, collaborative discovery Navigating business landscapes and user experiences with empathy Sculpting project objectives and architectural blueprints Continuously capturing discoveries and refining documentation Striking the perfect balance between flexibility and structured processes Steering clear of scope creep while managing expectations Tapping into collective wisdom for ongoing discovery Building and sustaining a foundation of trust and transparency Links mentioned in this episode: https://smartlogic.io/ Follow SmartLogic on social media: https://twitter.com/smartlogic Contact Bri: bri@smartlogic.io What is a PRD? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Productrequirementsdocument Special Guests: Alicia Brindisi and Bri LaVorgna.

As a newly designated Certified ScrumMaster®, I thought it would be appropriate for me to share my newly acquired knowledge with my listeners - with a particular emphasis on how Scrum can be utilised in the high school classroom, and when managing teams of high school teachers. Scrum is a hugely popular Agile Project Management technique that is most commonly associated with boardrooms, not classrooms! Today I aim to explain why Scrum is an excellent framework for use with any school projects, and how the logistics of the system work. This episode is accompanied by a blog post: Check out my blog of teachers containing tons of useful tips: https://richardjamesrogers.com/ Check out my award-winning book for high school teachers, The Quick Guide to Classroom Management: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1505701945/ Scrum Guide: https://scrumguides.org/scrum-guide.html Agile Manifesto: https://agilemanifesto.org/ Contact me at info@richardjamesrogers.com

Unlocking Productivity: Meet Kory Kogon, FranklinCovey's Expert VP and Bestselling Author Kory Kogon serves as FranklinCovey's Vice President of Content and Senior Consultant. She co-authored The 5 Choices: The Path to Extraordinary Productivity, a Wall Street Journal bestseller. Kogon is a recognized expert, having appeared on TODAY, MSNBC's Your Business, Forbes.com, Inc.com, and FastCompany.com. She has contributed to FranklinCovey's acclaimed work sessions, including The 5 Choices to Extraordinary Productivity®, Project Management Essentials for the Unofficial Project Manager™, and Presentation Advantage®. With over 25 years of diverse business experience, Kogon has held roles ranging from frontline positions to executive leadership. In this podcast, we'll explore key insights from Kory Kogon on project management essentials. She will delve into the common pitfalls leading to project failure, the fundamental principles of effective project management, and the five critical project phases for success. She'll discuss the importance of blending Agile and Waterfall methodologies, inspiring colleague engagement, and mastering essential people management behaviors for successful performance conversations. Plus, she'll share firsthand accounts of the impact seen from individuals who've implemented these practices. Connect with Kory Kogon online: LinkedIn | Franklin Covey

Register for our next live webinar to discuss multidisciplinary ITSM projects here: https://bit.ly/3Vkzjtm. What do ITSM, BRM, Agile, and Project Management frameworks have in common? Kicking off this year's season of Ticket Volume, David Tomlinson invites us to explore this question. He makes the argument that any successful framework implementation doesn't mean obsessing over which one is better or finding a perfect fit and following it blindly. For this, he explains how organizations and leaders have to focus on adaptation, common sense, and the human factor when it comes to designing strong processes. David Tomlinson serves as Senior Learning Specialist and DevOps Ambassador for DevOps, Agile, Project, Program, and IT Service Management at QA Ltd. Before this, he also worked for over ten years as Senior Trainer Consultant at FGI Consultancy.

Summary In this episode, Andy Kaufman interviews Gil Broza about his new book, Deliver Better Results: How to Unlock Your Organization's Potential. They discuss the importance of systems thinking in value delivery and the six aspects of system fitness. Gil shares practical strategies for improving value delivery and emphasizes the significance of mindset over tactics. He also provides examples of successful transformations and offers resources available on the book's website. Takeaways Value delivery should be viewed as a system, not a collection of practices. Systems thinking helps identify the cause and effect relationships within a value delivery system. Understanding the effects of choices and actions is crucial for making informed decisions. The Square model provides a framework for assessing system fitness and improving value delivery. Successful transformations require a sequential and incremental approach, focusing on mindset and values. Resources on the book's website offer additional support for implementing the strategies discussed. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:22 Start of Interview 03:18 Understanding the Value Delivery System 04:13 Key Ideas from Systems Thinking 07:05 Avoiding Oversimplification in Cause and Effect 08:03 Considering the Effects of Choices and Actions 10:30 Introducing the Square Model 11:55 The Six Aspects of System Fitness 13:50 The Backstory of the Square Model 19:04 Sequential and Incremental Strategies for Improvement 21:25 The Importance of Mindset in Change 22:52 Differentiating Values and Beliefs 25:16 The Significance of Mindset over Tactics 28:08 Helping People Navigate Change 29:47 The Role of Fear in Change 30:05 The Concept of 'Committed, but not Attached' 32:41 Case Study: Agile Transformation in a Startup 39:17 Andy Comments After the Interview 42:32 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Gil and his book at DeliverBetterResultsBook.com. The free chapter that Gil mentioned is available at HeardOnPodcast.DeliverBetterResultsBook.com. No Freaking Idea! Do you know someone who is in college or maybe recently graduated? My experience is there are a growing number of people who dread being asked the question, “So, what's the plan?” When it comes to their career, they have no freaking idea! I bring this up because we have a course entitled just that: No Freaking Idea: How to Navigate Career Uncertaity. It's a career guide for people who don't know what they want to do, and it has been so fun to hear the feedback on the course. Whether it's you who is wondering about next steps in your career or a son or daughter and you'd like to give them this as a gift, learn more by going to NoFreakingIdea.courses. Thanks! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Ways of Working   The following music was used for this episode: Music: Brooklyn Nights by Tim Kulig Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/11192-brooklyn-nights License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Quantum Sparks [Full version] by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10996-quantum-sparks-full-version License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Summary In this episode, Andy interviews author Anne Morris about key concepts from her book Move Fast and Fix Things: The Trusted Leader's Guide to Solving Hard Problems. She emphasizes the importance of building trust and moving fast in change initiatives. Morris introduces the FIX Map, which illustrates the relationship between trust and speed. She also explores the significance of inclusion and the power of storytelling in driving successful change. Additionally, Morris addresses common misconceptions about speed and shares insights on applying Agile principles to change management. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:25 Start of Interview 02:44 Discussion on the Phrase 'Move Fast and Break Things' 04:18 Introduction to the FIX Map Model 12:30 The Trust Triangle 15:19 Looking at Change Through Different Eyes 21:10 The Role of Storytelling in Change Initiatives 26:10 Overcoming Skepticism and Maintaining Focus 27:26 The Dangers of Delay and the Need for Action 29:40 The Influence of Agile Principles in Leadership 34:04 The Intersection of Leadership and Parenting 35:57 Andy Comments After the Interview 39:26 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Anne and her book at AnneAndFrances.com. And catch her TEDx Talk at https://www.ted.com/talks/anne_morriss_5_steps_to_fix_any_problem_at_work. If you'd like more on this topic, check out my discussion with Anne's co-author Frances Frei in episode 294 where we talk about their book Unleashed. AI for Project Managers and Leaders If you're not actively using AI on a daily basis, you might just be missing out. Join us for our course AI Made Simple. It's specifically tuned to everyday use cases for project managers and leaders. Join other colleagues from around the world who have found it immensely helpful! Thanks! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills   The following music was used for this episode: Music: Summer Morning [Full version] by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/11262-summer-morning-full-version License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Fashion Corporate by Frank Schroeter Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/11233-fashion-corporate License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

John Grant talks about how legal teams can adopt Agile and Kanban project management methodologies to optimize workflows, correct bottlenecks and increase client satisfaction. John is a lawyer and the founder of The Agile Attorney consultancy. As John explains, the traditional project management method is waterfall. A technique often used by technology companies, involving a sequential approach where each stage is dependent on the completion of the previous one. But John is a proponent of the newer, Agile methodology, which emerged from the software development community. It is a flexible approach where tasks are broken down into small increments with minimal planning, and processes are iterative. Agile is one of John's favorites because he believes it is well suited for legal work. John also talks about the value of a Kanban board, a visual tool used to manage work at various stages of a process. It typically includes columns such as “To Do,” “Doing,” and “Done”. So why is he so into project management methodologies? Because despite coming from a long line of lawyers, before he went to law school, he first worked in tech.

In this episode of the People Solve Problems podcast, host Jamie Flinchbaugh engages in a deep and insightful conversation with Andrea Jones, the founder of AJC. Andrea shares her extensive knowledge and experiences in project management and change implementation, particularly in mid-market companies. She introduces her unique framework, Executeagility, which stems from both her personal experiences and her professional expertise. The episode begins with Andrea discussing the challenges she faced in her early career, particularly the lack of clear expectations and frameworks in project management. She vividly recounts a pivotal moment in her career where the absence of a structured approach led to significant challenges. This experience was a key driver in her development of the Executeagility framework, designed to provide clarity and structure in project management. Andrea emphasizes the importance of prioritizing work in a manner that's impactful to the business. She outlines her framework's approach to prioritization, which includes listing all opportunities and considering criteria that are impactful to the business today. The process involves scoring these opportunities against impactful criteria and reassessing them regularly. This method not only aids in efficient prioritization but also ensures that the most important tasks are addressed promptly. A significant aspect of Andrea's discussion revolves around the implementation of Agile methodologies in project management. She adapts traditional Agile practices to fit the realities of mid-market companies, where resources are often limited. Her version of Agile includes running sprints with cross-functional teams who are not fully dedicated to a single project. This approach acknowledges the constraints of mid-market companies while still benefiting from the agility and responsiveness of Agile methodologies. Andrea also highlights the importance of structured frameworks in enhancing employee satisfaction and overall business success. She believes that providing clear expectations and structured methodologies not only leads to improved project outcomes but also contributes to a happier, more productive work environment. The conversation also touches on the importance of leadership and stakeholder engagement in successful project management. Andrea underscores the need for leaders to actively participate in the process and set clear expectations. This involvement is crucial for the successful implementation of any project management framework. The episode closes with Andrea offering insights into how leaders can foster a productive and happy work environment through disciplined project management practices. Her perspectives provide valuable takeaways for leaders and professionals in the field of project management. For further insights and to connect with Andrea Jones, listeners can visit her LinkedIn profile and explore AJC's website for more information on their services at AJC's Website.

Over the Holiday season, The Kula Ring is bringing you a few conversations between Jeff and Carman, the hosts of The Kula Ring and founders at Kula Partners. Agile Project Management is not something that typically comes to mind when discussing marketing. But, when clients discover that is how we manage marketing work at Kula Partners, Jeff and Carman often find themselves answering curious questions about it. In this episode of The Kula Ring, we discuss what Agile is and share how our experience can help manufacturing marketers weigh the benefits and barriers of implementing the project management style. Please enjoy and Happy Holidays!

In this episode, Richard Pharro, CEO of APMG International, speaks to thought leaders Melanie Franklin and Andrew Craddock as they delve into the evolution of Agile Project Management, discussing its impact on businesses and the broader context of cultural transformation.Melanie Franklin, a seasoned expert in Change Management, and Andrew Craddock, a prominent figure in Agile methodologies, share their extensive experience, offering valuable advice and guidance for organisations navigating the complexities of delivering projects and fostering agility.From the origins of Agile to its expansion beyond IT into various business domains, this conversation delves into the core concepts and principles behind Agile methodologies. Explore the importance of cultural change, the significance of Agile certifications, and the crucial role of collaboration and communication within teams implementing Agile frameworks.Furthermore, gain insights into the integration of Scrum teams in non-software development projects, the impact of AI on Agile Change Management, and the evolving roles of individuals and teams in an AI-driven work environment.Discover how Agile and Change Management converge to drive innovation and how they intertwine with emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, reshaping the future of work and organisational dynamics.Tune in for a compelling discussion that offers actionable insights, expert advice, and a glimpse into the future of Agile methodologies, Change Management, and the transformative impact they hold for businesses worldwide.LINKS:

APMG International presents our popular weekly panel Q&A show. Episode 209 is about how to become an Agile Change agent. Hosted by Nick Houlton and Question Master Suchitra Jacob. Answering your questions are Farah HEBA, Malini Jayaganesh, David McCreery, Adrian Pyne, and Giles Lindsay.

APMG International presents our popular weekly panel Q&A show. Episode 201 is about how to build a strong business case. Hosted by Stephan Brendel and Question Master Charlotte Miller. Answering your questions are Sarbojit Bose, Malini Jayaganesh, Nataliya Khylenko, Adrian Pyne, Valerie Smith and Giles Lindsay.

In this episode, Emma is joined once again by Professor Darren Dalcher of the University of Lancaster. Few people have studied project management as closely or for as long as Darren. In a career spanning more than 25 years, he has become very interested in the reasons for project failure. When it comes to agile, Darren was there from the start when it was being experimented with in software development. Who better, then, to explore the origins of agile and its impact on projects?   Contact: apmpodcast@thinkpublishing.co.uk 

Thomas Holl is the President and co-founder of Babbel, an innovative language learning app. With extensive entrepreneurial experience spanning two decades, he drives Babbel's North American expansion and product growth. Before Babbel, Thomas co-founded a music software startup, revolutionizing the industry with the world's first MP3 DJ tool, later sold to Native Instruments and patented as Traktor. On The Menu: 1. Creativity and Problem-Solving Through Limitations 2. Importance of Agile Project Management and Efficiency Through "Build, Measure, Learn" Cycle 3. Driving Startup Growth with Performance Marketing 4. The Role of Instinct in Entrepreneurship and The Founding Story of Babbel 5. Babbel's Evolution as a Language Learning Platform 6. Balancing Innovation and Regulation in Technology

Is Agile Project Management a Harmful Term? I Think NOT... Sometimes I get really annoyed when people come to me with the very prescriptive dogmatic approach to Agile and claim the certain terms should not be used. Join V. Lee Henson, Founder of AgileDad as we discuss why this practice is wrong and why Agile Project Management is just fine with me! How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] ⁠https://www.agiledad.com/⁠ - [instagram] ⁠https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/⁠ - [facebook] ⁠https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/⁠ - [Linkedin] ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/⁠

Subscriber-only episodeSarah is studying Agile Project Management. The first chapter discusses the Dynamic System Development Method (DSDM) and the Agile Business Consortium. DSDM is a framework for effective fast Agile project management and delivery. It has been applied to both small software developments and full-scale business process change. It provides a mature approach to Agile in a complex corporate world. It was created by a large number of project practitioners who wanted to build quality into "Rapid Application Development" (RAD). They initially only availed it to members of the consortium but later allowed it to be adopted universally for free. The DSDM Agile Project Framework is an evolution of the previous version of DSDM, which provides information to use DSDM effectively and understand its practical application. Agile PF retains DSDM project-focused principles together with its roles that are suited to a corporate project environment. The most significant change in the DSDM process has been in the area of the product associated with the process. In the past, many projects with a traditional approach failed either due to the large size, poor communication or business engagement, and the measurement of progression in percentages completed instead of delivery of business value. To counter these problems, RAD was applied to incrementally build software applications based on discussions, demonstrations, and short feedback loops. This provided quick fixes but often its application adversely affected the quality of the solutions. DSDM was introduced to fix the problems of the traditional approach and RAD by combining the best parts of both approaches. DSDM has been at the forefront of scalable Agile projects and solution delivery. It has also been used on non-IT solutions and is often referred to as Mature Agile. As a founding member of Agile Alliances, DSDM has been the heart of Agile since 2001. DSDM encourages detail to emerge over time, hence the project can move forward, with a general understanding of the high likelihood that business requirements will change over time. This avoids the excessive effort spent in the traditional approach on detailed upfront work. Solutions from DSDM address the current and imminent needs of the business rather than the traditional approach of attacking all perceived possibilities. This allows solutions to have a better fit with business needs and ease of integration Join, support, and access exclusive episodes now.Sarah is offering a six-week coaching program for neurodivergent and neurotypical professionals who want to improve their career prospects, business development and support with the PRINCE2 practitioner exam. A one-hour free session. ● Connect with Sarah via email (hello@divineenigma.org), YouTube (@divineenigma338) Instagram (@divineenigma) ● Join Sarah's waitlist● Join Sarah's 6-week coaching: https://divineenigma.org/product/6-week-coaching-plan/ NeuroEnigma Membership if you'd like to support this independent podcast, click for free ebook Producer & Host: Sarah Music: “She Royalty” by Amaro & “Whistle” by Lukas Got Lucky

The Future of Project Management This episode features Howard Sublett as we discuss where Project Management and Agile are headed in the future. Howard is the former CEO of the Scrum Alliance. He's been working in the space for years and has been doing consulting work since leaving SA. During the conversation we explore how the agile transformation space has been changing, some of the issues organizations are having with agile coaching, and where things are headed with the intersection of agile and traditional project management. Habitat for Humanity During the interview, Howard mentions his volunteer work for Habitat for Humanity. If you are interested in learning more about it: https://secure.habitat.org/ Contacting Howard LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howardsublett/ Email: howardsublett@gmail.com

In this episode, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with wedding venue owner Dewayne Williams to discuss his experience purchasing and renovating a wedding venue in the midst of planning his own wedding, how he is able to market and sell during construction, and how he and his wife manage and oversee the property while living in a different state! About Our Guest: Dewayne Williams is the CEO of M.A.C. Enterprise Consulting, a full service Business Consulting firm.He has more than 17 years of Business Management experience across multiple industries including Oil & Gas. He has been recognized by Executives and Senior Leaders for meeting and exceeding business goals with an innovative approach to Organizational Change Management, Agile Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Leadership Coaching, ERP Management, and Communications which helps to solve client's business issues. No strangers to entrepreneurship, Dewayne and his wife Andrea (who also owns her own microblading beauty business) decided to purchase and pursue venue ownership after learning and spending time planning their own wedding last year! After purchasing the 2 acre property, they began the renovations right away, and are planning on having their first event in 2023! Magnolia Springs is a timeless wedding venue located in St Martinville, LA. They capture the elegance of city sophistication amidst the splendor of country living, providing an unrivaled canvas for a dream wedding. Wedding guests will experience a spectacular and an unmatched sense of luxury throughout the estate. With intricate architecture, the Magnolia Springs venue will leave a lasting impression on your forever love story. Venue Info: Magnolia Springs Wedding & Event Center 1255 Capritto Forty Arpent Rd St. Martinville, LA 70582 Tel: 337-342-2322 Email: info@magnoliaspringsvenue.com Website: www.magnoliaspringsvenue.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magnoliaspringsvenue/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lelionnevenue Instagram: https://www.pinterest.com/lelionnevenue/ If you are a new or existing venue owner and want a professional team to operate and manage your venue business click here! https://www.cseventservices.com Thanks for checking out The Venue RX! Where we document and share best practices for owning & operating profitable world class venues! BE A GUEST! If you are interested in being a guest on our show, or you know someone who you would recommend, go to our website and submit a request! We will review your application and get back to you promptly. ► Website http://thevenuerx.com/submit Don't forget to smash that LIKE Button. Remember to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel and click the BELL ICON to set alerts for all our new weekly videos! CONNECT WITH US & SUPPORT!!! ✩ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thevenuerx/ ✩ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thevenuerx ✩ Website: www.thevenuerx.com ✩ Anchor: https://bit.ly/3gKSshE LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ✩ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3qW7ntS ✩ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3gIz7h3Android: https://bit.ly/3njXOTE

We've all heard the term agile, but what does it really mean? In this episode of the Performance Matters podcast,... The post Episode #98 | Agile Project Management first appeared on GP Strategies Corporation. The post Episode #98 | Agile Project Management appeared first on GP Strategies Corporation.

In This Episode:In this episode, I interviewed Fred Fowler, a Level III SCRUM Master, professional Trainer and Author. Fred has tons of experience working with SCRUM, currently over 16 years, and shared some stories of projects he has been involved in over the years.Agile Coach and Scrum Certification instructorAuthor of three books on the SCRUM FrameworkCoordinate and host the second annual Silicon Valley Scrum(mit) conference:The organizer of the Silicon Valley SCRUM Meetup Group: https://www.meetup.com/silicon-valley-professional-scrum-meetup Favorite Tool(s):As an experienced programmer, Fred creates his own tools.Books:Advanced Scrum Case Studies - Fred Fowler(Choose "Buy Books" from the menu - use code PM-MASTERY for 20% off)An Introduction to the Scrum Framework - Fred Fowler(Choose "Buy Books" from the menu - use code PM-MASTERY for 20% off)Agile Project Management with SCRUM - Roman PichlerQuotes:If you don't have to do it yourself, nothing is impossible.Busy doesn't matter - what matters is the value produced.Links: https://www.siliconvalleyscrum.com/https://www.meetup.com/silicon-valley-professional-scrum-meetup/Connect with Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fmfainc/For a full list of podcast episodes visit go here: PM-Mastery Podcast EpisodesFor a full list of blog posts go here: PM-Mastery Blog PostsPM-Mastery.com PMI Talent Triangle: Technical/Ways of Working (Learn More)Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource/

In This Episode:In this episode, I interviewed Angela Thurman from Thurmanco for the second time and we discussed Agile vs agile. In this conversation, we discussed the differences in Agile vs Waterfall methodologies and Angela's thoughts on the future of Agile project management. Project Management Tools:TrelloAsanaSmart SheetsAirTableMS Project A Recommended LinkedIn Course:Agile Project Management with Microsoft Project w/Bonnie BiaforeDid You Know:Orchids grow in every state of the USA.Fun facts about Orchids.Links: Thurmanco.comFor a full list of podcast episodes visit go here: PM-Mastery Podcast EpisodesFor a full list of blog posts go here: PM-Mastery Blog PostsPM-Mastery.com PMI Talent Triangle: Technical (Learn More)Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource/

#5amMesterScrum Show 891 Live - Agile Project Management - Agile Won't Work Here- Today's topics: (1) A lot of Agile Project Management jobs out there so what is it? Using the Agile Manifesto in your Project Management Journey. Please like and subscribe and share 5amMesterScrum.  Please send me your topics.   You are are doing Great Please Keep on Sharing. 5am Mester Scrum 5am Mester Scrum Show 891 went live on Youtube, LinkedIn and Facebook Wednesday 10/26/2022 from Philadelphia, PA  Happy Scrumming, Social Media: - search 5amMesterScrum or #5amMesterScrum  and you should find us and if not please let us know LinkedIn, Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok     Podcasts: (search 5amMesterScrum)

Today's guest is Richard Groff, Senior ServiceNow Program Manager at Latham & Watkins in Berlin, Germany. Latham & Watkins is a global law firm who has internationally recognized practices in a wide spectrum of transactional, litigation, corporate and regulatory areas. Their success is grounded in their devotion to the collaborative process, which reaches across global offices & practices and draws upon their deep subject matter expertise, an abiding commitment to teamwork and a powerful tradition of creative lawyering. Richard is an experienced Program Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the law practice, investment banking and entertainment industries. He is skilled in Operations Management, Personnel Management and Team Building, System Deployment, Agile Project Management and Transformational Change Management. Richard is also a strong program and project management professional with a Bachelor of Arts focused in History from New York University. In the episode, Richard will discuss: How key drivers relate to business outcomes and drive strategy at L&W, The reality of implementing ServiceNow in your business, Challenges to be aware of when putting your strategy into practice, The importance of team building & talent development, Finding talent in a competitive ServiceNow market, How to effectively manage your service models and CMDB, and The future of AI in ServiceNow

Agile Project Management is not something that typically comes to mind when discussing marketing. But, when clients discover that is how we manage marketing work at Kula Partners, Jeff and Carman often find themselves answering curious questions about it. In this episode of The Kula Ring, we discuss what Agile is and share how our experience can help manufacturing marketers weigh the benefits and barriers of implementing the project management style.

Career Boost - From Salesforce Admin to Salesforce Consultant - Part 2    In this week's podcast, we're talking about understanding and applying Agile Project Management and why this is an essential skill for any Salesforce professional if they are going to be managing expectations of stakeholders on a Salesforce project  We discuss why it's important, what the value of it is,  why is it in the norm approach for tech? Why did it come about for tech agencies? We  touch on why it's different between traditional and agile project management methodologies and which agile project management methodology would suit you in your job role.  This will be a six part series during which we are going to look at at how to empower Salesforce users with coaching skills as well as how to manage Salesforce changes with DevOps. We are going to look at how you can pitch yourself as a Salesforce consultant for any job role you might be going for. And more!  If you enjoyed this episode please follow, share and leave a review to help others find us.    Highlights from this episode:  (02:40) 4 Key Principles  (06:42)  The beginnings of APM  (09:53) An alternative approach  (14:58)  SCRUM explained  (17:52) The courses we offer    Find out more about how Supermums empowers women around the globe with training and recruitment services. Join us to train, volunteer, sponsor or hire our amazing women in tech. Visit www.supermums.org  Find out about our free short courses here to start or progress your career in tech https://supermums.org/accelerate-your-salesforce-career/  Download our positive affirmation screensavers here to remind yourself how to be a Mum on Cloud Nine https://supermums.org/screensavers/  Supermums helps women to boost their Salesforce career from starting out to progressing up their career ladder. Sign up to their weekly newsletter to benefit from weekly tips, events and insight https://supermums.org/insights/newsletter/   

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In this week's pod, we welcomed Adrian Pyne to discuss what project agility really looks like. Adrian is above all a project professional. He has led or rescued Transformation programmes widely from Telcos to eCommerce, Finance. Mining, Aviation, and the public sector. He has designed, built and operated P3 (project, programme and portfolio management) capability, PMOs, and Professional Services businesses. His key skill is the adaptation of best practice successfully. In the last 10 years his consultancy has focussed on two areas. Firstly, what he and colleagues call Organisational Project Management – the creation of an organisation culture that enables projects to Thrive and not merely Survive, or even die. Secondly, on Agile Project Management which too many organisations get badly, and expensively, wrong. He has written Agile Beyond IT, a book on Agile Project Management, showing how it both can be used well beyond the realm of IT Agile software development projects.. Adrian says he will also show that Agile projects can have any life-cycle they need. Adrian remains a frequent speaker around APM and elsewhere, including internationally, and is a visiting lecturer at Nottingham and Southampton University Business Schools, He is also a regular blogger, and he says, is still learning. Adrian is semi-retired and lives with his partner in Dorset. The main topics we discussed on the podcast were as follows: Agile or Agility comes from the Agile Manifesto 2001 (4 values). It was always intended to be used for Software Development Great project professionals are agile! We “do” projects to deliver value. Agile is focused on the delivery of value In the late 90s / early 2000s saw a realization that people deliver projects. If they are not engaged and focused, the project is likely to fail There is no point implementing agile projects if the organizational culture is toxic A hybrid approach between Agile and Critical Path methodologies is often challenging. When you adapt agility to Project Management, it is adapted to everything including planning / scheduling. This needs to keep pace in order for it to work Scrum is a purely software development approach – it is NOT a project management approach Some of the major agile certifications are heavily focused towards IT projects. This needs to be broadened to make it more relevant Agile projects should aim to make an audit trail of the value within a project For every project change request – does it enhance the value? Organisations that do not adopt agility are more likely to be commercial risk Here are links to a some of the topics we discussed: Agile Beyond IT: How to Develop Agility in Project Management in any Sector – Adrian Pyne https://www.amazon.co.uk/Agile-Beyond-develop-agility-management/dp/1788603273 Manifesto for Agile Software Development - https://agilemanifesto.org/ Jo Lucas – Activating the Mycelium - https://sustainabilitypractitioners.org/rpm-ego-to-eco-in-conversation-with-jo-lucas/ Forbes: How to Succeed in a Project Economy - https://www.forbes.com/sites/rebeccazucker/2022/01/11/how-to-succeed-in-a-project-economy/?sh=668b222a28d9 Agile Beyond IT Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/agile-beyond-it-6922580439241007104/ Tune in next time when we're joined by Spencer Easton to talk about Takt production vs Takt time. For more information, blogs or to support our charities visit www.projectchatterpodcast.com If you'd like to sponsor the podcast get in touch via our website. You can also leave us a voice message via our anchor page and let us know if there's something or someone specific that you would like on the podcast. Proudly sponsored by: JustDo - https://www.justdo.com/ PlanAcademy - https://www.planacademy.com/chatter/ ($75 off any course) InEight - https://ineight.com/ Prosci - https://empower.prosci.com/project-ch... (FREE resource kit) Stay safe, be disruptive and have fun doing it! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/project-chatter-podcast/message

This week, Brian Milner is joined by Julie Chickering to talk about the best practices and common pitfalls to avoid during the Daily Scrum event. Overview Brian Milner and Julie Chickering discuss the true purpose of the Daily Scrum and how to make this 15-minute meeting more efficient. According to the Scrum Guide, the Daily Scrum is to inspect progress towards the Sprint Goal, synchronize activities, and create a plan for the next 24 hours. Debunking the myth that “The Daily Scrum is a Status Meeting”, Julie and Brian share their first-hand experience of this misconception and show Scrum Masters how to transform the Daily Scrum into a purposeful and collaborative planning session led by the Developers, for the Developers. You’ll learn how to get your Daily Scrum under control and discover new approaches to encourage productivity, accountability and collective ownership as well as Daily Scrum formats that encourage teamwork. Finally, Brian and Julie dive deep into the struggles brought by remote working and the many alternatives to tackle this issue. Listen now to discover: - 02:00 - The purpose of the daily scrum and common misconceptions - 11:00 - How to use the sprint backlog to prioritize work - 00:12 - The importance of teamwork and striving for smaller stories that flow - 14:56 - How to encourage developers to take ownership of the Daily Scrum - 00:20 - Suggestions for Daily Scrum formats to encourage teamwork - 00:22 - When to update items on the Sprint Backlog to benefit the Daily Scrum meeting - 00:25 - How to encourage accountability and collective ownership of work - 00:27 - How to monitor and assess unplanned work and forecast velocity - 00:35 - Guidelines for problem identification and problem solving during the Daily Scrum - 00:38 - How to adapt the Daily Scrum for distributed teams in a remote world - 00:44 - The benefits of cross training - 00:45 - The 16th minute concept - 00:47 - Ken Schwaber’s clockwise scrum methodology Listen next time when we’ll be discussing... Julie joins Brian again to explain the true purpose of the Sprint Review and why it is a mistake to call this event a ‘demo’. References and resources mentioned in the show · Agile Project Management with Scrum by Ken Schwaber · The Scrum Guide Want to get involved? This show is designed for you, and we’d love your input. · Enjoyed what you heard today? It would be great if you left a rating and a review. It really helps, and we read every single one. · Got an agile subject you’d like us to discuss or a question that needs an answer? Share your thoughts with us at podcast@mountaingoatsoftware.com This episode’s presenters are: Brian Milner is SVP of coaching and training at Mountain Goat Software. He’s passionate about making a difference in people’s day-to-day work, influenced by his own experience of transitioning to Scrum and seeing improvements in work/life balance, honesty, respect, and the quality of work. Julie Chickering is a certified Scrum Trainer as well as a CST, PMP, PMI-ACP CSM, CSPO, and Path to CSP Educator. She believes that Agile practices are packed with potential — to enable business agility, and breakthrough results. Julie loves to help people implement agile even when the environments are messy, people are complicated, and situations are challenging. She brings real-world experience working with people at all levels to adopt and roll out realistic Agile strategies organization-wide.

This week, Brian Milner is joined by Julie Chickering to talk about the best practices and common pitfalls to avoid during the Daily Scrum event. Overview Brian Milner and Julie Chickering discuss the true purpose of the Daily Scrum and how to make this 15-minute meeting more efficient. According to the Scrum Guide, the Daily Scrum is to inspect progress towards the Sprint Goal, synchronize activities, and create a plan for the next 24 hours. Debunking the myth that “The Daily Scrum is a Status Meeting”, Julie and Brian share their first-hand experience of this misconception and show Scrum Masters how to transform the Daily Scrum into a purposeful and collaborative planning session led by the Developers, for the Developers. You’ll learn how to get your Daily Scrum under control and discover new approaches to encourage productivity, accountability and collective ownership as well as Daily Scrum formats that encourage teamwork. Finally, Brian and Julie dive deep into the struggles brought by remote working and the many alternatives to tackle this issue. Listen now to discover: - 02:00 - The purpose of the daily scrum and common misconceptions - 11:00 - How to use the sprint backlog to prioritize work - 00:12 - The importance of teamwork and striving for smaller stories that flow - 14:56 - How to encourage developers to take ownership of the Daily Scrum - 00:20 - Suggestions for Daily Scrum formats to encourage teamwork - 00:22 - When to update items on the Sprint Backlog to benefit the Daily Scrum meeting - 00:25 - How to encourage accountability and collective ownership of work - 00:27 - How to monitor and assess unplanned work and forecast velocity - 00:35 - Guidelines for problem identification and problem solving during the Daily Scrum - 00:38 - How to adapt the Daily Scrum for distributed teams in a remote world - 00:44 - The benefits of cross training - 00:45 - The 16th minute concept - 00:47 - Ken Schwaber’s clockwise scrum methodology Listen next time when we’ll be discussing... Julie joins Brian again to explain the true purpose of the Sprint Review and why it is a mistake to call this event a ‘demo’. References and resources mentioned in the show · Agile Project Management with Scrum by Ken Schwaber · The Scrum Guide Want to get involved? This show is designed for you, and we’d love your input. · Enjoyed what you heard today? It would be great if you left a rating and a review. It really helps, and we read every single one. · Got an agile subject you’d like us to discuss or a question that needs an answer? Share your thoughts with us at podcast@mountaingoatsoftware.com This episode’s presenters are: Brian Milner is SVP of coaching and training at Mountain Goat Software. He’s passionate about making a difference in people’s day-to-day work, influenced by his own experience of transitioning to Scrum and seeing improvements in work/life balance, honesty, respect, and the quality of work. Julie Chickering is a certified Scrum Trainer as well as a CST, PMP, PMI-ACP CSM, CSPO, and Path to CSP Educator. She believes that Agile practices are packed with potential — to enable business agility, and breakthrough results. Julie loves to help people implement agile even when the environments are messy, people are complicated, and situations are challenging. She brings real-world experience working with people at all levels to adopt and roll out realistic Agile strategies organization-wide.

This week, Brian Milner is joined by Julie Chickering to talk about the best practices and common pitfalls to avoid during the Daily Scrum event. Overview Brian Milner and Julie Chickering discuss the true purpose of the Daily Scrum and how to make this 15-minute meeting more efficient. According to the Scrum Guide, the Daily Scrum is to inspect progress towards the Sprint Goal, synchronize activities, and create a plan for the next 24 hours. Debunking the myth that “The Daily Scrum is a Status Meeting”, Julie and Brian share their first-hand experience of this misconception and show Scrum Masters how to transform the Daily Scrum into a purposeful and collaborative planning session led by the Developers, for the Developers. You’ll learn how to get your Daily Scrum under control and discover new approaches to encourage productivity, accountability and collective ownership as well as Daily Scrum formats that encourage teamwork. Finally, Brian and Julie dive deep into the struggles brought by remote working and the many alternatives to tackle this issue. Listen now to discover: - 02:00 - The purpose of the daily scrum and common misconceptions - 11:00 - How to use the sprint backlog to prioritize work - 00:12 - The importance of teamwork and striving for smaller stories that flow - 14:56 - How to encourage developers to take ownership of the Daily Scrum - 00:20 - Suggestions for Daily Scrum formats to encourage teamwork - 00:22 - When to update items on the Sprint Backlog to benefit the Daily Scrum meeting - 00:25 - How to encourage accountability and collective ownership of work - 00:27 - How to monitor and assess unplanned work and forecast velocity - 00:35 - Guidelines for problem identification and problem solving during the Daily Scrum - 00:38 - How to adapt the Daily Scrum for distributed teams in a remote world - 00:44 - The benefits of cross training - 00:45 - The 16th minute concept - 00:47 - Ken Schwaber’s clockwise scrum methodology Listen next time when we’ll be discussing... Julie joins Brian again to explain the true purpose of the Sprint Review and why it is a mistake to call this event a ‘demo’. References and resources mentioned in the show · Agile Project Management with Scrum by Ken Schwaber · The Scrum Guide Want to get involved? This show is designed for you, and we’d love your input. · Enjoyed what you heard today? It would be great if you left a rating and a review. It really helps, and we read every single one. · Got an agile subject you’d like us to discuss or a question that needs an answer? Share your thoughts with us at podcast@mountaingoatsoftware.com This episode’s presenters are: Brian Milner is SVP of coaching and training at Mountain Goat Software. He’s passionate about making a difference in people’s day-to-day work, influenced by his own experience of transitioning to Scrum and seeing improvements in work/life balance, honesty, respect, and the quality of work. Julie Chickering is a certified Scrum Trainer as well as a CST, PMP, PMI-ACP CSM, CSPO, and Path to CSP Educator. She believes that Agile practices are packed with potential — to enable business agility, and breakthrough results. Julie loves to help people implement agile even when the environments are messy, people are complicated, and situations are challenging. She brings real-world experience working with people at all levels to adopt and roll out realistic Agile strategies organization-wide.

Você certamente já ouviu falar em empresas que trabalham com Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Lean, Squads. Mas isso não foi sempre assim e no episódio de hoje do Hipsters Ponto Tech vamos contar um pouco da história do Agile no Brasil. Participantes: Paulo Silveira, o host que acompanhou os primeiros passos do AgileMarcio Frayze, Desenvolvedor de Software e Alura StarRoberto Pina, Lean Agile Change Agent e Instrutor na AluraMaurício Linhares, o co-host que também lembrou da época de faculdade Gostou desse episódio? Deixe aqui seu comentário. Links: Livro "Extreme Programming" de Vinícius TelesLivro "Agile Project Management with Scrum" de Ken Schwaber Inscreva-se no YouTube da AluraInscreva-se na newsletter Imersão, Aprendizagem e Tecnologia Produção e conteúdo: Alura Cursos de Tecnologia - https://www.alura.com.brCaelum Escola de Tecnologia - https://www.caelum.com.br/ Edição e sonorização: Radiofobia Podcast e Multimídia

Você certamente já ouviu falar em empresas que trabalham com Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Lean, Squads. Mas isso não foi sempre assim e no episódio de hoje do Hipsters Ponto Tech vamos contar um pouco da história do Agile no Brasil. Participantes: Paulo Silveira, o host que acompanhou os primeiros passos do AgileMarcio Frayze, Desenvolvedor de Software e Alura StarRoberto Pina, Lean Agile Change Agent e Instrutor na AluraMaurício Linhares, o co-host que também lembrou da época de faculdade Gostou desse episódio? Deixe aqui seu comentário. Links: Livro "Extreme Programming" de Vinícius TelesLivro "Agile Project Management with Scrum" de Ken Schwaber Inscreva-se no YouTube da AluraInscreva-se na newsletter Imersão, Aprendizagem e Tecnologia Produção e conteúdo: Alura Cursos de Tecnologia - https://www.alura.com.brCaelum Escola de Tecnologia - https://www.caelum.com.br/ Edição e sonorização: Radiofobia Podcast e Multimídia

Sanjiv Augustine is the Founder and CEO of LitheSpeed, LLC and the Agile Leadership Academy. Sanjiv is an entrepreneur, industry-leading Agile and Lean expert, author, speaker, management consultant, and trainer. For over 30 years, Sanjiv has served as a trusted advisor to executives and management at leading firms, including Capital One, The Capital Group, CNBC, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, Huntington Bank, The Motley Fool, National Geographic, Nationwide Insurance, Royal Bank of Canada, Samsung, and Walmart. Sanjiv is the host of the Agile Caravanserai podcast and the author of the books "From PMO to VMO: Managing for Value Delivery", "Managing Agile Projects", "Scaling Agile: A Lean JumpStart". As well as several publications including, Transitioning to Agile Project Management, The Lean-Agile PMO: Using Lean Thinking to Accelerate In this episode, Dean Newlund and Sanjiv Augustine discuss:Making an agile strategy Fixing workflow problems Working as a team of teamsRetraining leadership focus  Key Takeaways:Lay out a strategy, or plan out scenarios, make sure the work in your portfolio is working and that you're focusing on the right things, break down big projects into smaller manageable chunks. If you can't see it, you can't measure it. If you can't measure it, you can't manage it. Make sure that all the work is visible and figure out if you're working on too much stuff. Work as a team of teams, or a cross-functional group. Figure out how you can make the departments of your organization work together and how they can help each other complete goals. With unity like this, you can keep the value flowing, not only in one department but throughout the whole organization. As a middle manager, you get rewarded for being able to get stuff done and push your own agenda, but as a leader at an executive level, what will grant you the most success is if you learn to work more collaboratively and tap into the genius of other people.   "Getting things done more quickly, getting the right things done, and doing it in a fun and collaborative way." — Sanjiv Augustine  See Dean's TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7IConnect with Sanjiv Augustine:  Website: http://www.lithespeed.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/lithespeedInstagram: http://instagram.com/lithespeedMeet Up: https://www.meetup.com/DC-Lean-Agile/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjivaugustine/YouTube: http://youtube.com/lithespeed  Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/Twitter: https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 

This inaugural episode features a conversation with my dear friend, the inimitable, Dean Kynaston. Dean and I cover a wide range of topics in this segment, such as: Examples and benefits of coaching and mentoring relationships. A growing awareness within many businesses to make the shift from a Project mindset to Product Development mindset The epic adventures of being in an agile team The motivational factors of master, autonomy, and purpose Love, Trust, Psychological Safety - the power of saying "How Can I Help?" Transactional managers vs. Transformational Leaders … people managers who are discovering effectiveness by adjusting their stance to be more supportive of teams instead of trying to be directive as a primary driver of teams Building capabilities in our people by connecting them with high-quality training, plus the gift of sufficient time back on the job with the help of coaches to reinforce the unlearning process as teams and people insert new learnings and new skills The value of learning from our failures Building relationships by co-creating a vision of what a team can become Books we referenced: Lyssa Adkins' Coaching Agile Teams Dean co-authored Agile Project Management for Dummies Dan Pink's Drive Andrea Tomasini's Organic agility Foundations Other works bearing Dean's imprint: Dean's blog article - Agile Transformation Is A Journey Dean's course offerings - Disciplined Agile Scrum Master Training podcast music supplied by Epidemic Sound featured track: The Last Guardians by Coma Svensson --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/quokka-cast/support

After hearing briefly from Jason, who seems to be making progress on his digital detox, Inger is joined by Dr Ben Kraal. Ben used to be an academic, but escaped into the wilds of UX consulting where he makes a very nice living - but still runs an excellent academic-ish newsletter on the side which is called '1992'.Ben tells Inger about the inspiration for 1992, particularly the concept of Articulation work. This is a concept which comes from an early book on the Social organisation of Medical work by Straus, Fagerhaugh, Suczek and Weiner. Articulation work is a fancy way of talking about:Putting tasks in an order (to complete some arc or work)Doing tasks sequentially or simultaneously (to complete some arc of work)Assigning people to do tasks (to complete some arc of work)Basically all the stuff Inger and Jason do in their #Bujos or Omni or whatever else. Ben explains to Inger that Kjeld Schmidt and Liam Bannon applied the ideas from articulation work to computers and invented Google Docs and Zoom in 1992 - or rather, imagined them in a paper called 'Taking CSCW seriously: Supporting Articulation Work'.  This paper is pretty amazing when you consider at the time you had to use a physical phone hand set to access the internet through a phone line. This short history lesson on human computer interaction (naturally?) leads into a discussion of what meetings are really FOR and how Cal Newport has discovered the principles of Agile Project Management, not a whole new way to email. The nerd is very strong in this discussion, but Inger came away from it very enlightened and now understands why all those books that promise to solve your project management problems, never will (and why everyone hates Jira).In our reading section, Ben recommends a book on forest management (that is very relevant for understanding public health in pandemics - just trust us) and Inger shares an article on the importance of 'cooling off' before saying 'yes' to a new idea. In the 2 minute tips section, Inger shares some writing planning secrets and Ben changes your life with the Highlighted App.LinksSocial organisation of Medical work by Straus, Fagerhaugh, Suczek and Weiner.Taking CSCW seriously: Supporting Articulation Work' Schmidt and BannonThe Mythical Man Month Jason is reading: Seeing like a StateInger is reading: Julia Bank's Power PlayLoleen Berdahl on Substack “Leave us a message on www.speakpipe.com/thesiswhisperer. Email Inger, she's easy to find. You will not be able to find Jason's email (he likes it that way).Talk to us on BlueSky by following @thesiswhisperer and @drjd. Inger is sadly addicted to Threads, but cannot convince JD to join. You can find her there, and on all the Socials actually, as @thesiswhisperer. You can read her stuff on www.thesiswhisperer.com. You can support the pod by buying our Text Expander guide for academics from the Thesis Whisperer website.

You hear a lot about being agile and running an agile business and agile project management... but what-the-hey does the buzzword actually mean for YOU, the solopreneur who is running this show? Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review the OMGrowth Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. For shownotes, transcript and videos, go to omgrowth.com.