No Nonsense Leadership
#0092 - Developing digital products in China - Bianca Grizhar
Dec 22, 2023
Bianca Grizhar discusses developing digital products in China, focusing on cultural differences, cross-functional teams, and the benefits of Scrum. The podcast explores working in a multicultural environment, the challenges of a diverse team, and the importance of shared language and agile practices.
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Quick takeaways
- Establishing a shared language, both verbal and in code, is crucial for effective communication and collaboration in cross-cultural teams.
- Forming blended squads that treat everyone as part of the same team fosters unity, problem-solving, and adaptability, overcoming cultural differences.
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Creating a Shared Language
In the podcast, the speaker discusses the importance of establishing a shared language within cross-cultural teams. Despite the language barriers and diverse backgrounds, the team decided to use English as their working language to ensure effective communication and understanding. This shared language extended beyond verbal communication to include the language of code and agile methodologies like user stories and Scrum. By having a shared language, the team was able to collaborate more seamlessly and work towards common goals.
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