Your Agile Coach

Agile Rocket

Business EN ↓ 62 episodes

Hi, I’m Andy. Your Agile Coach! This is my podcast, Agile Rocket. I will talk to you, in a casual tone, about what Agile is and how to apply Agile thinking to your daily life and work. The podcast aims to advocate various agile best practices in a more comprehensible manner. Everyone could get something from each episode, no matter which domain you’d like to apply to. Besides that, for those who’d like to change working culture of environments, I would introduce many contemporary software engineering practices. Maybe you could get inspired from within them, knowing how to extend unknown concep...

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Your Agile Coach

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Latest episode

Sep 26, 2025

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Episodes

Scrum Sucks!? Things The Scrum Guide Does Not Tell You (ft. Joanna Plaskonka) 23.02.2024

In fact, there are some defects in the Scrum framework. Getting familiar with the Scrum guide does not guarantee your success of implementing Scrum practices! In the world of agile methodologies, Scrum has become the cornerstone for many teams striving for efficiency and collaboration. But, as we'll uncover, even the best-intentioned frameworks can hit roadblocks in the real-world application. I a...

Building Psychological Safety in Agile Teams 05.01.2024

**About guest: David Adeoye Abodunrin ** 👨 FB@adeoyeabodunrin 👨 IG@adeoyeabodunrin 👨 YT@deoking1 👨 LinkedIn@abodunrinadeoyedavid The Secret to A High Performance Team I bet not only me but also other individuals, no matter you are a project manager, a software engineer, or an agile coach, would have faced a tough condition that members chose not to reveal real problems in a projects, which mad...

Navigating conflicts between team members and stakeholders 22.12.2023

A Manager's Dilemma Between The Team & The Stakeholders Transitioning from a software engineer to a project management role is a journey filled with challenges and transformations. It's a shift from focusing solely on technical tasks to leading teams and bridging the gap between stakeholders with varying expectations. Imagine a scenario where you're caught in the middle of a conflict, just lik...

How to Deal With Ambiguity And Uncertainty In Project Requirements? 08.12.2023

Dealing With Ambiguity And Uncertainty In the world of software engineering, clarity and precision are often our guiding stars. We yearn for well-defined instructions, and a clear roadmap to follow. However, the transition from the role of a software engineer to that of a project manager can be a revelation, one that demands we navigate through the murky waters of ambiguity and uncertainty. I want...

Learning to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously 24.11.2023

Multitasking exhausts you? You really need the episode I’d like to share an interview experience with a CEO beforehand that contained some meaningful tips as you were handling multiple projects at the same time. The CEO just laid out the challenges their team faces as business scales. With a customer base of up to 100 users and only two project managers, the pressure is mounting. Immediate change...

Balancing technical knowledge with broader project management skills 10.11.2023

Your Inner Struggling As Transitioning to A Project Manager From A Software Engineer In the world of project management, there's a prevailing notion that project managers must be technical wizards, fluent in the language of coding and development. While technical knowledge is undoubtedly valuable, it's not the only ingredient for effective project management. I once stood at the crossroads of this...

Gaining the Trust and Respect of The Development Team As a Former Peer 27.10.2023

No Trust, No Communication As I went on my journey as a technical project manager, my initial concerns weren't centered around project logistics or timelines. Instead, I found myself pondering a crucial question: how do you cultivate genuine relationships with your technical team? As many project managers rely on their past experiences to guide them, it became clear that this might not be enough,...

Build Shared Understanding, Not Shared Documents 13.10.2023

Build Shared Understanding, Not Shared Documents “Shared documents aren’t shared understanding” This comment motivated me to make up the episode to share my ideas of effective collaboration. I was once a software engineer, a scrum master, and a technical project manager. And I’d gone through some inefficient working models, especially writing detailed documents. I know many project manager might h...

Adjusting to A More People-Centric Role Rather Than A Technical One 29.09.2023

Mindset Adjustment From A Software Engineer to A Project Manager Have you ever thought of making the leap from a software engineer to a project manager? Embarking on this transformative journey can be both challenging and rewarding. As someone who has traversed this path, I understand the thoughts and doubts that might cross your mind. From mastering technical stuffs to managing the complexities o...

How to Manage “Dreamed Requests” From Sales or Senior Management? 15.09.2023

Do you want to handle dreamed requests from sales or senior management? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by unforeseen requests from sales or senior management while managing projects? If you're a project manager or an engineer, chances are you've encountered this challenge at some point in your career. In this episode, I want to share 3 effective approaches to help you navigate those dreamed-up r...

Agile Principles for Developing Life-Critical Products: Lessons from the Titan Submarine Tragedy 01.09.2023

How to Handle Life-Critical Products? The recent devastating incident involving the Titan submarine near the Titanic serves as a stark reminder of the consequences that can arise from a failed product. As we look at the reasons behind this tragedy, we discover a multitude of factors contributing to its happening. However, if the company follows some simple principles, the result could be reverted....

Empower Your Team With The PRODUCT VISION 18.08.2023

Guide A Team Toward The Goals With A Product Vision Try to imagine, when you are dedicated to achieving some goals, what really motivated you to do that? When it comes to product development, there are not a few people talking about the ultimate vision they are going to build, but features they are going to craft. In fact, it is a wrong strategy to tell the team what to do first. Instead, tell the...

You have several PM certifications, but you CANNOT land a PM role 04.08.2023

Experience Matters. In this episode, we address a common dilemma faced by many aspiring project managers. We've all seen the advertisements urging us to obtain various project management certifications, promising that they will secure us a coveted PM role. But is that really the case? Let's explore this issue together. I aim to dispel 3 common myths surrounding PM certifications for those aspiring...

How to Become A Scrum Master WITHOUT Experience, Even NO Certifications 21.07.2023

For those who'd like to become a scrum master Economic recessions and the rise of artificial intelligence have disrupted traditional work patterns, leading to a need for professionals who can provide emotional and social value, areas where AI still struggles to match human capabilities. The role of a Scrum Master embodies these qualities, making it a highly sought-after position in the near future...

Agile Team Planning: Story Points vs. Lead Time - Which is Best? 07.07.2023

Data-driven prediction s always better than dreaming the timeline Are you tired of wasting time on estimations that never seem to be accurate enough? Do you find it hard to quantify your predictions and report them to your boss? Then this episode is for you. We will discuss the benefits of using story points and lead time to estimate the workload and how they can help you reach a consensus within...

A Self-Organized Team Manages Themselves Without Instructions: A Classic Story in Service1st 23.06.2023

The Secret To Motivate A Team To Get Self-Organized In this episode, we will discuss the importance of self-organization in teams, and what happens when a team is not self-organized. We will also share a story from the book, 《The Agile Project Management with Scrum》 , about a team that managed to self-organize to improve their productivity. We will explain why self-organization is crucial for te...

Debunk 3 Common Misconceptions of Story Points In Agile Project Management 09.06.2023

3 Common Misconceptions of Story Point Have you ever found yourself confused about what story points are and how they are used? Well, you're not alone. Many practitioners are uncertain about the true meaning and purpose of story points, leading to common misconceptions that we will explore in this episode. So, what exactly are story points? Simply put, they are a relative value used to estimate th...

A Scrum Master Protects Your Team As A Sheepdog: A Classic Story in MetaEco 26.05.2023

Protect Your Team As A Sheepdog In today's episode, we'll be discussing the important role of a Scrum Master in handling external interruptions in Agile teams, using a real-life story from a startup called MetaEco. The story revolves around the challenges faced by the CTO, Tom, and how he showed courage in upholding Scrum principles despite external pressures from the CEO, Paul. We'll also explore...

使用交期預測專案落點,讓時間掌握更有信心 12.05.2023

這一集,教你用另一種方式,準確預測專案落點 - 交期 (Lead Time) 對於專案管理來說,項目落點的預測是一個重要的議題 而「交期」這個名詞,源自於看板方法 表示一個項目從承諾要做到最後交付時,中間所花費的時間 換言之,交期預測可以讓您更清楚項目的完成時間,並且在項目開始前做好風險管理和資源規劃 今天這一集內容,我將突破以往你對於時間預測的維度 用敏捷方法裡的另一種視野 告訴你,怎樣利用科學化的方式 幫助你預測專...

《看板系統》升級:提升工作效率,從「限制在製品數量」開始 28.04.2023

** **🔆 *講座工商時間* 主題:用實際體驗解鎖PDCA:用4步驟打造敏捷團隊,快速適應市場需求 時間:2023/04/22 13:30 ~ 16:30 地點:臺北市松山區南京東路五段168號4樓-B室 報名連結: https://www.accupass.com/event/2303120740203944695910 -- 💰 **頻道贊助方案說明:務必填寫問卷 ** forms.gle/THFWUcBU8BTkoJCh7 [1] 單次贊助 100 或 平台留言 👉 只要是透過 Mixerbox | Firstory | SoundOn 平台贊助,我會一一唱名感謝各位...

用3步驟建立簡易看板系統 (Kanban System),啟動自己的創業計畫 14.04.2023

** **🔆 *講座工商時間* 主題:用實際體驗解鎖PDCA:用4步驟打造敏捷團隊,快速適應市場需求 時間:2023/04/22 13:30 ~ 16:30 地點:臺北市松山區南京東路五段168號4樓-B室 報名連結: https://www.accupass.com/event/2303120740203944695910 -- 💰 **頻道贊助方案說明:務必填寫問卷 ** forms.gle/THFWUcBU8BTkoJCh7 [1] 單次贊助 100 或 平台留言 👉 只要是透過 Mixerbox | Firstory | SoundOn 平台贊助,我會一一唱名感謝各位...

Scrum Master 修煉旅程:一個人的敏捷轉型之路,教你直搗團隊協作痛點 31.03.2023

** **🔆 *講座工商時間* 主題:用實際體驗解鎖PDCA:用4步驟打造敏捷團隊,快速適應市場需求 時間:2023/04/22 13:30 ~ 16:30 地點:臺北市松山區南京東路五段168號4樓-B室 報名連結: https://www.accupass.com/event/2303120740203944695910 -- 💰 **頻道贊助方案說明:務必填寫問卷 ** forms.gle/THFWUcBU8BTkoJCh7 [1] 單次贊助 100 或 平台留言 👉 只要是透過 Mixerbox | Firstory | SoundOn 平台贊助,我會一一唱名感謝各位...

《敏捷火箭》空襲警報:《2023/03/09 敏捷內湖講座回顧》Scrum Master 修煉旅程,一個人怎麼開始敏捷導入? 22.03.2023

🔆 講座工商時間 主題:用實際體驗解鎖PDCA:用4步驟打造敏捷團隊,快速適應市場需求 時間:2023/04/22 13:30 ~ 16:30 地點:臺北市松山區南京東路五段168號4樓-B室 報名連結: https://www.accupass.com/event/2303120740203944695910 -- **💰 頻道贊助方案說明:務必填寫問卷 ** forms.gle/THFWUcBU8BTkoJCh7 [1] 單次贊助 100 或 平台留言 👉 只要是透過 Mixerbox | Firstory | SoundOn 平台贊助,我會一一唱名感謝各位的支持 [...

探討產品開發必備原則:瞭解D.E.E.P原則如何影響需求描述的品質 17.03.2023

講座工商時間:用實際體驗解鎖PDCA:打造敏捷團隊,快速適應市場需求 時間:2023/03/25 (六) 13:30 ~ 17:30 地點:台灣台北市臺北市中正區羅斯福路二段70號11樓之4 - 1101房 活動通連結: https://www.accupass.com/event/2302240212452047093994 前言 當了很多年的PM或主管,也學了許多團隊經營的工具或方法 但是常常面對需求時還是會力不從心 連撰寫需求都還要擔心,我寫的東西,真的團隊看得懂嗎? 還是又要日復一日地反覆確認...

探索PDCA:塑造敏捷團隊 (Agile Team),改善關鍵績效與專案結果 03.03.2023

講座工商時間:用實際體驗解鎖PDCA:打造敏捷團隊,快速適應市場需求 時間:2023/03/25 (六) 13:30 ~ 17:30 地點:台灣台北市臺北市中正區羅斯福路二段70號11樓之4 - 1101房 活動通連結: https://www.accupass.com/event/2302240212452047093994 塑造敏捷團隊,你其實不用立刻導入Scrum或Kanban 你是團隊的主管, 專案經理, 產品負責人, 或是任何可以影響團隊方向的人 或許你曾經嘗試導入某些知名的敏捷框架 試圖解決團隊協作的問...

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