Category: Agile

  • Book: “Clearly Agile: A Leadership Guide to Business Agility”

    It’s finally happened! My friend and Business Agility Institute (BAI) colleague, Giles Lindsay, has released his agility book. We both co-founded the UK operation of the BAI, and it’s been a remarkable journey. I had the pleasure of attending the book launch yesterday evening. It was wonderful to meet many like-minded agilists—some familiar faces and…

  • Book Release: “Clearly Agile: A Leadership Guide to Business Agility”

    I’m honored to be recognized by my friend and colleague, Giles Lindsay, as he celebrates the launch of his new book, ‘Clearly Agile.’ It’s been inspiring to witness the fruition of his hard work. Giles shared this exciting news on LinkedIn today: “The journey to unveiling “Clearly Agile: A Leadership Guide to Business Agility” continues…

  • Business Agility Catalyst

    Today, I have been awarded the Business Agility Catalyst / Level 4 credential issued by Agile Business Consortium (ABC) This “Professional 4 credential is awarded to those who’ve proven their extensive knowledge, experience, and practice across a range of Agile and Business Agility competencies. The earner has submitted evidence of competence, experience, and knowledge to satisfy…

  • Embracing Agile for Predictable Adaptability

    Last week, I wrote about how predictability is a cornerstone of effective leadership. Especially for leaders in complex or high-stakes environments, predictability offers a sense of control and security in an otherwise dynamic world. While predictability is valuable, overemphasizing it often creates a rigid environment that limits flexibility, stifles innovation, leads to resistance when new…

  • The Role of Agility in Leadership Development

    Agile leaders recognize that in a world where the only constant is change, they must guide their teams with a vision and principles that evolve with the organization. I explored this topic recently in my post The Importance of Agile Leadership. Today, I’m expanding on this with the role of Agility in leadership development Agility…

  • The Importance of Agile Leadership

    In today’s business landscape, leadership is at a crossroads. With constant change, relentless disruption, and volatility reshaping industries, organizations face an unprecedented demand for leaders equipped with new skills, a higher degree of resilience, and the ability to adapt swiftly to meet increasing employee expectations. In such a turbulent environment, the key to long-term steadiness…

  • Why the Product Mindset is Essential for Agility

    A few weeks ago, I shared a post titled “How Adopting a Product Mindset Enables Organizational Agility.” That article stemmed from observations with my current client, where I’m leading a $10 million product development program focused on digital identity—one of many firsts for them, including their inaugural Scaled Agile (SAFe) program. I shared a post…

  • 5 Signs That a Product-Led Approach is No Longer Optional for Your Organization

    A few weeks ago, I shared a post titled “How Adopting a Product Mindset Enables Organizational Agility.” That article stemmed from observations with my current client, where I’m leading a $10 million product development program focused on digital identity—one of many firsts for them, including their inaugural Scaled Agile (SAFe) program. To keep things brief…

  • How Adopting a Product Mindset Enables Organizational Agility

    In today’s fast-paced business landscape, agility has become more than a buzzword—it’s a critical capability for organizations aiming to stay competitive. However, many companies struggle with how to truly embed agility into their culture and operations. One powerful enabler of agility that often goes underappreciated is the shift to a product mindset. When businesses transition…

  • Agility over Agile

    “Agility over Agile” is a concept that emphasizes the importance of being adaptable and responsive to change, rather than strictly adhering to the methodologies or frameworks commonly associated with Agile as used in projects and product development. Here’s why this perspective can be important: Adaptability In a rapidly changing business environment, the ability to adapt…