Tag: humans_being
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The Agile Manifesto in the Age of Gen AI
Is the Agile Manifesto Ready for an Upgrade? It has been quite a break. Regularly posting on LinkedIn provided me an opportunity to find a theme that would resonate in the rapidly changing world of product development. While my efforts to archive those posts were lackluster, a calculated choice I own, I now have a
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Show Me The Money With Value Streams
Back in mid-April of this year, I was talking to Nigel Thurlow about the future of Agile and value streams. We were catching up as he has been assisting a European client and had returned from spending some time overseas. As a student, I like talking with Nigel. I learn more about Lean, The Toyota
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How To Forge Teams By Deliberate Discomfort
Using deliberate discomfort to make teams is what makes the U.S. military. Since I served in the U.S. Navy, I can only speak for my service branch. The more elite or special a unit is, the more difficult the process becomes for a trainee to join the unit. Most people think physical exertion is a
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What Would Bob Ross Do, Say, Or Think?
Have you ever pondered what Bob Ross might do, say, or think? I have, more than once. Bob was a creator and had a painting show on the U.S. Public Broadcasting System for decades. He was known for painting landscapes and spoke in a smooth baritone voice. Which brings me to the formulas: (intent +
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Agile Principle #9 – Focus On Technical Excellence And Solid Design
Part 9 in a 12-part series. This post covers technical excellence and solid design. In part eight of this series, Blake McMillian wrote about A Sustainable Pace For All. He challenges us to expand the context to consider how sustainable pace goes beyond just the people creating the product. In this post, we’re looking at
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Mic check one two, is this thing on?
Hello? Can anyone hear me? Is this thing on? I was sharing a story with our youngest daughter. She and her older sister are on a speech and debate team at the high school (secondary school) level. She was struggling with a fellow team member to the degree of high frustration. It reminded me of
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Take Bold Action On Beliefs For Results
Fear is a terrible thing. It paralyzes us from taking action on beliefs. But, without action, our beliefs are basically worthless. “It’s easier to act your way into good thinking than to think your way into good action.” This was a quote used to wrap up “Plan Vs. Act – Rise To The Challenge.” In
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3 Thoughts For Finding The Voice Of The Customer
Teams creating products and services need the voice of the customer to inform their choices. Customers determine value. They will pay for what is an equal exchange of money for products or services. What happens when the customers can’t be engaged? Do their needs, wants, and desires get considered during development? I’m reminded of this
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How To Prevent Burnout – Just Say No
We must learn to just say no. Europe takes a vacation in August. In the U.S., we don’t take a month off work. As people, we need time off to relax, recharge, and reconnect with family and friends. Creative work is hard. It demands a lot of energy to stay focused on the goals. As
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5 Steps For How To Develop A Confidence Stack
Countering imposter syndrome is tough. The steps below are ways to develop a confidence stack and they are worth a read. Be willing to suck for a while Find a coach or mentor who will push you Do the reps Take small, measured risks Rinse and repeat The concept of stacking isn’t new. If you