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Collaboration & Contracts Across Borders (With David Spinks)

Sep 14, 2023
47:50

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David Spinks, a distinguished figure in the world of product development, brings a wealth of expertise to the Product Agility Podcast. As an accomplished author, scrum expert, and visionary in the realm of agile collaboration, David's influence extends far and wide. Co-author of the seminal books Mastering Collaboration Within a Product Team and Adopting Agile Across Borders, his insights have guided organisations towards unprecedented levels of teamwork and innovation.

Welcome back to the Product Agility Podcast! In this episode, you will...

💡 Discover the challenges and opportunities of working with product teams that consistently outperform their peers🚀

🌱 Learn how to avoid misunderstandings and foster better collaboration across cultures🤝

📈 Gain insights into building trustful relationships, the role of contracts in agile environments, and how different cultures approach agile contracts💪

🌟 Don't miss out on this exciting discussion on high-performing product teams and collaboration across borders. David's expertise and experiences will provide valuable insights for anyone working in the product and agile space!🎯

🎉 Thank you for listening to this episode of the Product Agility Podcast. Learn what makes a good product team and how to make it successful in next week’s episode. Subscribe to our podcast on your favourite platform!🎙️

Chapters

00:00 - The Challenge & Cultural Differences In Implementing Agile Contracts 
03:58 - Adopting Agile Across Borders: Navigating Cultural Complexities 
09:45 - The Cultural Differences Between The British Coded And Dutch Observations
11:59 - The Applicability Of Agile Principles To Broader Change Initiatives 
19:02 - Building Lasting Relationships & Flexibility In Budget Management 
26:55 - The Lewis Model: Understanding Cultural Patterns For Better Communication
39:28 - Tips For Managing Conflict In Organisational Culture 
43:04 - Building Empathy And Understanding In Cross-cultural Work Environment

Host Bio

Ben is a seasoned expert in product agility coaching, unleashing the potential of people and products. With over a decade of experience, his focus now is product-led growth & agility in organisations of all sizes.

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