Category: Agile
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The 7 Ps for Agile Leaders: Applying Military Wisdom to Drive Success
In the world of Agile leadership, where change is constant and complexity is the norm, lessons from unexpected sources can provide powerful insights. One such lesson comes from the military, where the 7 Ps are a well-known adage: “Proper Prior…
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Lean Change Management: A Catalyst for Agile Organizations
Over the last few weeks, I’ve re-read Lean Change Management: Innovative Practices for Managing Organizational Change by Jason Little. Jason provides a practical and insightful guide for navigating the complexities of organizational change. This book offers a fresh perspective on…
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Make a decision. Move on. Forget about it.
This is how I approach decision-making in business, sports, and life. 30-years ago, I made a bold decision to drop out of starting a degree and accepted a role with a UK bank. Many people told me I was making…
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Crystal Clear: A Human-Powered Methodology for Small Teams
In the Agile world, Crystal Clear, developed by Alistair Cockburn in 2004, is known as a lightweight, human-centered framework for small, co-located teams. While initially crafted for software development, its principles are highly adaptable to business teams outside of tech,…
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Turning Around a Microsoft Practice: An Agile Transformation Story
A decade ago, I embarked on a challenging journey to lead the Microsoft practice at Unilog, a French-headquartered European-wide technology consultancy, in the UK. The practice was facing numerous hurdles, including unprofitability, a lack of sustainable pipeline, low team morale,…
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Discovering the “Best Way”: Agile and the Art of Boiling an Egg
In the world of Agile, we’re often reminded that there is always a best way of doing everything, even if it be to boil an egg. This profound thought, attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson (from his quote “There is always…
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The Role of an Agile Coach
An Agile Coach plays a pivotal role in guiding individuals, teams, and organizations toward the successful adoption of Agile practices and principles. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement, adaptability, and responsiveness, they help create an environment where Agile can…