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#242 - The End of Traditional Management: Reimagining Work for AI-First Organization - Jurgen Appelo

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Dec 8, 2025
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Jurgen Appelo
Jurgen Appelo, an author and organizational thinker, delves into the challenges and transformations brought by AI in the workplace. He argues that traditional management frameworks, particularly Scrum, are outdated as they hinder AI's agility. Jurgen advocates for 'M-shaped' workers, emphasizing multidisciplinary skills to thrive alongside AI. He highlights the need for dual systems—fast tracks for AI agents and slow tracks for human collaboration—revolutionizing how organizations structure and engage with technology and talent.
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INSIGHT

Dual-Track Management For Humans And AI

  • AI agents require command-and-control style prompting and context engineering.
  • Managers must run a dual-track system for humans and AI so both align effectively.
ADVICE

Prefer Patterns Over Frameworks

  • Use a pattern library rather than a one-size-fits-all framework when designing organizations.
  • Combine patterns deliberately to suit your context instead of installing a fixed framework.
ANECDOTE

Pipedrive’s Tribe Rotation Example

  • Pipedrive adopted reteaming and mission teams inside tribes with rotation between feature work and maintenance.
  • Their rotation lowered churn and kept people engaged while matching unFIX patterns in practice.
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