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PROACT Helps You NOT React and Make Better Decisions The Secret PROACT Framework to Make Better Decisions A big decision is like climbing a mountain. You have to take it step by step. You cannot take the complexity away but you can manage it. You can break it down into manageable parts and analyze them. You then reassemble your thoughts into a good choice. The PROACT Framework gives you a step-by-...

The Top 6 Reasons Why People Get So Angry Over Small Things Accumulated Stress Personal Triggers Control and Expectations Emotional State Communication Breakdown Cumulative Effects 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/l...

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Backlog Items When the Product Is Still Undefined - Mike Cohn I get many of my ideas for tips from the questions people ask me in class or on calls. And I’m leaning on a real-life question for this week’s tip. Someone asked me recently:   “We’re working on an integration project, building out three APIs. We don't have proper user stories and are just figuring it out as we go. But it makes it h...

Do Non-Certified Offerings Add Value? In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations are continually seeking ways to stay competitive and innovative. One strategic approach is to invest in skill development and knowledge expansion of their teams, especially in areas like Agile methodologies and integrating cutting-edge technologies like AI. However, the dilemma often lies in cho...

Effectiveness vs Efficiency - Avoiding The Trap... Efficiency and effectiveness, while often used interchangeably in the business lexicon, embody distinct concepts that are crucial for organizational success. Efficiency refers to the extent to which time, effort, and resources are wisely used to achieve a desired outcome, essentially measuring the input-output ratio. It's about doing things in...

You Will Go Where You Are Looking - A Lesson on Goal-Setting: When driving a car, your eyes determine the path your vehicle follows. You will steer where you look. Anyone with a driver’s license probably knows this principle. “You’ll go where you’re looking.” 🚗 This principle also explains why teams need a shared goal. < One shared goal > 🎯 A clear, compelling, and shared goal increases th...

Fight FALSE Coaching Advertisements: Have you ever had someone try to tell you that they have a red pill blue pill approach to solving EVERY Agile Coaching issue? I recently came across an article titled I use this coaching method to solve 90% of problems and it works every time. Just reading the title made my skin crawl as I had flashbacks to many years ago when I purchased a used car from a not...

Understanding The Link Between Agile Thinking & Agile Mindset Agile thinking and the agile mindset are increasingly important concepts in both business and personal development. Rooted in the principles of Agile methodology, originally developed for software development, these concepts have far-reaching applications in various fields. This article explores the essence of agile thinking, the ag...

Top 3 Ways To Leverage The Daily Standup Podcast Listen to the Podcast Episodes to help you learn Agile and teach others about Agile Replace your organization's book club with aPodcast Listening Party Use the podcast for research and discovery How to connect with AgileDad: - [website]  https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram]  https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook]  https://www.fac...

Longer Time = Lower Precision - Mike Cohn How much confidence should leadership have in an agile plan? It depends. Plans vary greatly in their precision depending on the time horizon. Teams typically create different plans for different time horizons. They might, for example, make a three-month plan, a one-year plan, and a three-year plan. You can depend on those plans, as long as they reflect the...

Bo Lends a Paw - An Act of True Love In Salem, New Jersey, a firefighter named Al Stell performed a heartfelt act of kindness that sparked a larger community initiative. The story began in a local grocery store, where Al noticed a distressed woman who didn't have enough money to cover her essential groceries. Moved by her predicament, Al stepped in and paid for her groceries. The woman, priori...

Navigating the 2024 Job Market - FREE WEBINAR Coming Soon! As we embark on 2024, the job market continues to evolve, shaped by technological advancements and shifting economic landscapes. Understanding these changes and adapting to them is crucial for anyone looking to enhance their career or find new opportunities. This comprehensive guide aims to equip you with strategies to navigate the 2024 jo...

The REAL Reason Why People HATE Scrum - Abigail Sunday https://medium.com/@abbi.sunday/the-real-reason-people-hate-scrum-521a3482f610 This is one of the BEST articles that I have read about Scrum in the recent past! PLEASE go and give it a read and show Abigail some LOVE! Imagine this: you’re part of a team newly transitioning to Scrum. There’s excitement in the air, but also a hint of skepticism....

Introducing The Agile Coaching Skills - Certified Facilitator Workshop! FACILITATORS ARE IN VERY HIGH DEMAND!! Facilitation supports groups of people as they collaborate, create, and make decisions. The Agile Coaching Skills - Certified Facilitator (ACS-CF) course provides training for anyone interested in developing their facilitation mindset and knowledge while learning from experienced agile pr...

Why work in an Agile Way? This has been a question I first asked myself as a team member in a Scrum Team. Over the years, I’ve reserved my right to add to, refine and change my answers. The question can be approached from multiple angles. Say from the perspective of being responsive to customers’ needs: “We work in an Agile Way to respond to customer needs, release frequently, get feedback quickly...

I know you have all heard of a glitch in the matrix before.. I wanted this special episode to serve as the I am so sorry for missing a day! We will be all back on track this Monday. Even Agile Dads make mistakes... How to connect with AgileDad: - [website]  https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram]  https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook]  https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linked...

The Top 5 Most Listened to Podcast Episodes of 2023: Are Your User Stories Opened Or Closed? -  3/28/23 7 Tips To become a Successful ScrumMaster - 3/2/23 Responsibilities vs Accountabilities - A Better Understanding of Agile Roles - 2/9/23 The Product Owner Does NOT Need To be The Sole Source of Knowledge - 1/16/23 The Top 10 Ways To Create and Support an Agile Culture - 1/31/23 How to connect wi...

https://medium.com/@sametkaraahmet/together-in-agile-methodology-385c1d8c3311 by: Samet Karaahmet "Together" in Agile... I know you hear the voice of Troy right now.... We're all in this together... In the dynamic landscape of the IT sector, Agile methodology has become the cornerstone of efficient project management. At the heart of Agile lies the pivotal concept of feedback and the...

Planning a significant event like an all-hands meeting, symposium, or conference can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to choosing the right speaker. The speaker sets the tone for your event and can be the difference between an unforgettable experience and a forgettable one. Whether it's inspiring your team, sparking innovative ideas, or sharing invaluable insights, the perfect spea...

Happy 2024! I’m back to work after a long end-of-year company shutdown. I hope your 2024 has been wonderful so far. Late last year, I recorded an  Agile Mentors podcast episode  about agile leadership with my colleague, Brian Milner. I started sharing some of the tips from that episode with you last month. Agile leadership is such a critical topic that I want to share a few more tips with you this...

One Voice Really Does Make a Difference - especially when the other party is a giraffe that dos not have a voice of its own. Come on a journey with V. Lee Henson as we explore a heartwarming story about his oldest daughter and the animal that she loved the most! How to connect with AgileDad: - [website]  https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram]  https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] ...

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Sprint Review - Sprint Demo - Sprint Retro - What's The Difference? Agile, Scrum, and other techniques all use a different glossary when it comes to clarity around these definitions. Learn from V. Lee Henson, the tips, tricks, and techniques needed to understand and practice the differences foreach of these. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website]  https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram]  ht...

Multi-Team Product Backlog Refinement - Blog Post Review https://medium.com/orgtopologies/creating-cross-team-collaboration-with-multi-team-product-backlog-refinement-36e84aa87abb This article focuses on refining the Product Backlog with multiple teams at the same time:  multi-team Product Backlog Refinement (aka mt-PBR) . The goal of mt-PBR is to maximize information sharing and collaboration dur...