Reflecting on the bygone era of innovation practices like Google's 20% time and its impact on driving creativity within teams.Examining the shift in focus from innovation to maximizing efficiency and reducing waste in modern frameworks and agile methodologies.Unveiling the challenges faced by companies in maintaining a culture of innovation amidst the industrialization of Agile.Exploring the current market dynamics and the increasing emphasis on doing more with less, potentially stifling innovation.Analyzing the role of leadership, organizational culture, and employee empowerment in fostering innovation and driving meaningful change.Drawing parallels between Agile's journey and the "jump the shark" phenomenon, signaling a decline in the original essence of the movement.Providing hope and practical strategies for professionals to reignite innovation, reestablish creative spaces, and foster a culture of experimentation.Discussing the importance of connecting engineers with the purpose and impact of their work to drive meaningful innovation.Exploring the benefits of hackathons and similar events when coupled with a strong connection to the company's vision and values. Has Agile Jumped the Shark? Part deux! — RGalen Consulting BlogGoogle 20% Time…Sadly it’s gone! — RGalen Consulting BlogThe State of Agile Innovation SurveyWhere has all the innovation gone? — RGalen Consulting Blog Do More Than Listen: We now create video versions of every episode and post them on our YouTube page. If you're really eager, you can tune in on Twitch to watch us record every episode. Keep The Conversation Going: We love our community. We love interacting with our community even more, and our Discord server is the place for that! Give us feedback, bring up topic ideas, or just ask few questions. We're here to help! Join our community now! Help Us Spread The Word:  Love our content? Help us out by sharing on social media, rating our podcast/episodes on iTunes, or by giving to our Patreon campaign. Every time you give, in any way, you empower our mission of helping as many agilists as possible. Thanks for sharing! Ask Us Questions 24/7 In today's competitive professional landscape, maximizing productivity is crucial. AI-powered personal assistants, like Walter, offer professionals a powerful tool to unlock their productivity potential. By enhancing efficiency, automating tasks, facilitating collaboration, and providing intelligent insights, Walter empowers professionals to focus on meaningful work and achieve more in their professional lives. Embrace the power of AI and unleash your productivity with an AI-powered personal assistant like Walter. Remember, time is your most valuable asset as a professional. Invest it wisely with a...