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The world of software development has been revolutionized by the Agile methodology and DevOps practices, leading to faster and more...

Agile coaches are often well-versed in the principles of Agile methodologies for software development. However, applying these same...

Value Stream Mapping (VSM) is a powerful tool for understanding and improving the flow of value through an organization. It provides a...

There’s one thing that goes wrong with organizational change management. It starts with the very premise of change. Organizations...

The right team size and composition are crucial to any successful competitive venture, in business or sports. Similar to sports where the...

Introduction: In agile retrospectives, it's essential to create a safe and open space for team members to share their thoughts, ideas,...

Welcome to our series on "The Power of Improv in Agile Retros"! In this three-part series, we'll be exploring the benefits of...

In this blog post, we'll dive into the crucial step of creating a retrospective action plan and how to make it a success. Retrospectives...

This is the second of 3 blogs on using Improv to improve meetings, collaboration, and increase business agility. In this blog we'll...

Agile retrospectives are an essential part of the agile process, providing teams with an opportunity to reflect on their progress and...

It's a question that has plagued corporate America for decades: how do we foster innovation and shake up the status quo? We've tried...

As a 25-year agile veteran, I've seen it all when it comes to the misuse and abuse of agile methodologies. From weaponizing agile to...

Ok, you have to read that title with a Dr. Evil voice. There isn't that many, yet... but there are a lot. In this blog let's outline what...

Value stream mapping is a popular technique used by many companies to streamline and optimize their production process. The goal is to...

In Marc Danziger's blog on agile transformation, he writes about the importance of being mindful and humble in our approach to change. He...

Today I had an inspiring chat with fellow agilest, Marc Danziger, an Agile consultant and coach at Eliassen Group, and long time mentor...

Overview and why, as a change agent, you want to read this: In this guide, you will learn how to effectively lead your organization...

I was inspired to write this blog after reading Chapter 6 in Kate Papilio, \ Scrum This!: Straight Talk About Agile Transitions from...

Kate’s book, “Scrum This!: Straight Talk About Agile Transitions from Someone Who’s Been There”, is a valuable resource for agile coaches...

In the world of agile product management, it's crucial to break down large, complex projects into smaller, more manageable pieces. This...