What do you think about today's podcast?In this episode Temi speaks with Danielle Gerber, an SPCT and expert in agile transformations. They discuss Danielle's journey from traditional project management to agile coaching, her experiences with various frameworks like SAFe, Scrum, and Kanban, and the importance of mindset in agile practices. Danielle shares her insights on the challenges and misconceptions surrounding agile methodologies, particularly the SAFe framework, and emphasizes the need...

What do you think about today's podcast?In this episode of the Agile Matrix podcast, host Temi dives deep into the Daily Scrum, a crucial agile event. Temi discusses the common pitfalls teams face during their daily scrums, such as turning it into a status meeting, going off-topic, and ignoring blockers. The episode emphasizes the importance of synchronizing efforts towards the sprint goal and provides practical strategies to improve the effectiveness of daily scrums. Temi encourage...

What do you think about today's podcast?SummaryIn this episode of the Agile Matrix Podcast, Taz Brown shares her extensive experience in Kanban and agile coaching. She discusses her journey from IT to becoming a Kanban coach, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, leadership, and experimentation in implementing Kanban. Taz debunks common myths about Kanban, highlights the significance of empathy in coaching, and provides insights on scaling Kanban across organizations. She also offers v...

What do you think about today's podcast?In this episode, Mike and Temi dive into the challenges and misconceptions surrounding the role of a Scrum Master in Agile environments. They discuss the importance of delivering measurable improvements and aligning with an organisation’s definition of value. The conversation also highlights the decline in the quality of Agile practitioners and the need for a higher standard. Mike introduces dysfunction mapping as a problem-solving tool, and both guests...

What do you think about today's podcast?SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Bob Galen, an experienced Agile coach, shares his journey from software development to Agile coaching, discussing the evolution of the role and the importance of self-mastery and personal branding. He emphasizes the need for Agile coaches to communicate their value effectively and to continuously grow their skills. Bob also reflects on the current state of Agile coaching, the challenges faced, and the opportunities ...

What do you think about today's podcast?In this conversation, Kimberly Wiefling discusses the critical role of leadership in organisations, emphasizing the need for leaders to transform from managers into inspiring figures who foster hope and optimism. She introduces the concept of 'Scrappy Leadership,' which encourages taking risks and embracing messiness in the pursuit of innovation. The discussion highlights the importance of employee engagement, the consequences of dysfunctional leadershi...

What do you think about today's podcast?In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of Kanban with insights from Joey, exploring how the principles from David Anderson’s Kanban book have been applied across various contexts, including higher education, nonprofits, and government agencies. Joey emphasises the importance of managing work through clear policies and leveraging metrics to identify bottlenecks and improve flow.We discuss how Kanban’s impact goes beyond individual teams, ...

What do you think about today's podcast?In this episode of the Agile Matrix Podcast, we’re joined by Christoph Dibbern, an Accredited Kanban Consultant, Scrum Trainer, Flight Levels Coach, and Management 3.0 Facilitator. Christoph brings a wealth of experience from his diverse roles, including his work as a lecturer at the University of Hamburg, to share valuable insights on mastering agility at scale.Tune in as Christoph takes us on a journey through the intricacies of scaling Agile framewor...

What do you think about today's podcast?In this enlightening episode of the Agile Matrix Podcast, we sit down with Sonya Siderova, the visionary CEO and Founder of Nave, and a leading Kanban coach. Join us as we delve deep into the critical role of metrics and predictability in Agile teams, and discover how to harness the power of data to drive continuous improvement.Sonya shares her wealth of experience and expertise, providing actionable insights on:- Key metrics every Agile team should foc...

What do you think about today's podcast?In this enlightening episode of the Agile Matrix Podcast, we sit down with Sonya Siderova, the visionary CEO and Founder of Nave, and a leading Kanban coach. Join us as we delve deep into the critical role of metrics and predictability in Agile teams, and discover how to harness the power of data to drive continuous improvement.Sonya shares her wealth of experience and expertise, providing actionable insights on:- Key metrics every Agile team should foc...

What do you think about today's podcast?Welcome to another enlightening episode of Agile Matrix, where we delve deep into the dynamic world of agile methodologies and product development. I’m thrilled to have with us today, Ben Maynard, a seasoned expert in the realm of agility and innovation and Host of the Product Agility Podcast.Product Agility Podcast: https://productagilitypod.co.uk/In this episode, we’re exploring the cornerstone of modern business success: Product Agility. Join us as w...

What do you think about today's podcast?Welcome to another enlightening episode of Agile Matrix, where we delve deep into the dynamic world of agile methodologies and product development. I’m thrilled to have with us today, Ben Maynard, a seasoned expert in the realm of agility and innovation and Host of the Product Agility Podcast.Product Agility Podcast: https://productagilitypod.co.uk/In this episode, we’re exploring the cornerstone of modern business success: Product Agility. Join us as w...

What do you think about today's podcast?In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Damien Stark, a seasoned Agilist with over 14 years of experience, to explore the complex world of Agile transformations. Damien delves into the common challenges and misconceptions that organizations face when attempting to implement Agile methodologies, particularly in large, siloed environments.Throughout the conversation, Damien emphasizes the crucial role of mindset shifts in successfully adopting Agil...

What do you think about today's podcast?Are your Sprint Planning sessions setting your team up for success, or are they leaving you adrift without clear direction? In this episode of the Agile Matrix Podcast, we delve into the essential elements of Sprint Planning and how to optimize this crucial event to drive team success.Join us today, as we explore what Sprint Planning is all about, and discover actionable strategies to make your planning sessions more effective. We’ll uncover three commo...

What do you think about today's podcast?Get ready to be inspired as we embark on a journey into the realm of Agile leadership with none other than Jim Sammons , Professional Scrum Trainer with scrum.org, Agile consultant and Coach — a problem solver extraordinaire, dedicated to igniting the flames of excellence within Agile teams worldwide.Join us as we delve deep into the art of Agile leadership and explore Jim’s unique approach to inspiring teams to reach new heights of excellence. Fr...

What do you think about today's podcast?Get ready to be inspired as we embark on a journey into the realm of Agile leadership with none other than Jim Sammons , Professional Scrum Trainer with scrum.org, Agile consultant and Coach — a problem solver extraordinaire, dedicated to igniting the flames of excellence within Agile teams worldwide.Join us as we delve deep into the art of Agile leadership and explore Jim’s unique approach to inspiring teams to reach new heights of excellence. Fr...

What do you think about today's podcast?In this episode of the Agile Matrix podcast, the host discusses the importance of optimising the sprint retrospective in Scrum. The sprint retrospective is a scrum event held at the end of a sprint where the team reflects on the recent sprint and identifies ways to improve for future sprints. The objectives of a sprint retrospective include reflection, continuous improvement, team cohesion, process optimisation, and action planning. The structure of a t...

What do you think about today's podcast?In this episode, we dive deep into the essence of metrics, asking the fundamental question: why do we measure in the first place? Louis-Philippe shares his invaluable insights, drawing from his extensive experience as a Prokanban trainer and PST.From the controversial role of velocity to the practical application of metrics in agile environments, we explore it all. Discover the metrics that have sparked conversations and the challenges of introduc...

What do you think about today's podcast?Unlock the secrets of Agile transformation as we welcome Kemi Raji, an expert Agile coach and board member of the Agile Alliance, to our latest podcast episode. Kemi’s journey from project management to becoming a Scrum Master and Agile coach is nothing short of inspirational. She shares her passion for continuous improvement and a curiosity-driven approach to learning, providing rich anecdotes emphasising empathy and effective team support in Agile pra...

What do you think about today's podcast?Join us in this enlightening episode as Professional Scrum Trainers Sam and Souleymane delve into common misunderstandings surrounding the Scrum Master accountability in Scrum. We explore the Scrum Master accountability, debunk some of the prevalent myths, and point at the way forward.Whether you're a seasoned Scrum Master or new to agile, this discussion will provide valuable insights to improve your Scrum practices and drive team success. ...

What do you think about today's podcast?In this electrifying episode, we have a conversation with none other than Matthias Orgler: Agile coach, business innovator, and eternal optimist. Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery as we unlock the secrets to mastering the core of Scrum: its five pivotal events.Join us as Matthias brings his wealth of experience and infectious enthusiasm to the table, guiding us through a dynamic conversation that promises to revolutionize the way you perceiv...

What do you think about today's podcast?Getting your estimations right can make a significant difference in how smoothly your projects run and how effectively you deliver value to your stakeholders. In this episode, I’ll be sharing seven essential tips to help you master relative estimation, ensuring your team’s estimates are accurate, reliable, and consistent. Whether you’re a seasoned agile practitioner or just getting started, these tips will help you enhance your estimation process a...

What do you think about today's podcast?Neil Killick, a trailblazing Agile Coach, trainer, and Consultant with a knack for challenging the status quo. Neil brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise, and today, we're diving headfirst into the fascinating realm of the NoEstimates movement.Where to find Neil:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilkillick/Email: [email protected]: @neil_killickSubscribe to his blog here: https://www.neilkillick.com/blogGet ready to buckl...

What do you think about today's podcast?Join us on the Agile Matrix podcast as we delve into the exhilarating world of sprint goals – the secret sauce that transforms ordinary sprints into epic adventures! Kanban Week is just around the corner in May – a week-long extravaganza packed the Kanban courses. For team Kanban Practitioner: https://www.agilematrix.org/product/team-kanban-prac…er-20th-may-2024/For Kanban System Design: https://www.agilematrix.org/product/kanban-sys...