Product Agility

Send us a textScrum Day London is our second conference of the year, and we’re thrilled to bring you more exciting episodes from this renowned event!As we continue our TalkInTen series, we have a special episode featuring Aisling Finn, a lead Agile coach, who explores the intriguing analogy of "Agility as a Chocolate Egg – how do you eat yours???" and its implications for enterprise agility.Aisling on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aisling-finn/Here is the synopsis of Aisling's Talk:This session will thought provoking as we look at  what you may have to consider from an enterprise perspective when looking to increase flow and value at scale.People are very strategic at how they eat their chocolate egg – they have reason whether they smash it open or crack it in half or break a piece off bit by bit. So to optimise flow we need to look at why and what we want to optimise.When looking across large scale organisations, any break or change we make will have ripple effects. How people work together is how it all knits together. How do you actually group people together to maximise flow? How do you break down traditional functional silos – or can you?Like crème eggs, you have to unpick the outer shell to get to the good stuff! This may lead to mess, more questions and a difficult clean up!Episode Highlights:- Leadership and Culture: Discover the importance of leadership in driving enterprise agility.- Processes and Tools: Learn about the tools and processes that can help scale Agile practices effectively.- Enhancing Collaboration: Understand how to break down silos and foster better collaboration in large organisations.- Practical Applications: Gain insights into real-world applications of these principles and how they can be implemented.If you enjoy the show, please leave a review!Use code PRODUCTAGILITY24 for 15% off training courses at Sheev.Sheev - https://www.sheev.co.ukHost 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. Stay up-to-date with us on our social media📱! Ben Maynard 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/benmaynard-sheev/ 🐦 https://x.com/BenWMaynard 💻 https://sheev.co.uk/ Product Agility Podcast 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/company/productagilitypod/ 💻 https://productagilitypod.co.uk/ 🖇️ https://linktr.ee/productagility Listen & Share On Spotify & iTunes Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0lkwAYJzVSuk5zfJ1vIDZq?si=4c691fb12f124a56 iTunes - https://apple.co/3YvTX8p Want to come on the podcast? Want to be a guest or have a guest request? Let us know here https://bit.ly/49osN80

Send us a textScrum Day London is our second conference of the year, and we’re thrilled to bring you more exciting episodes from this renowned event!As we continue our TalkInTen series, we have a special episode featuring Allen Jellas, a seasoned Agile coach and consultant, who explores the critical importance of culture in successful Agile transformations.Allen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajellas/Here is the synopsis of Allen's Talk:Imagine your company starts a transformation and hits a ceiling, unsure why. This common challenge often stems from not aligning organizational culture with Agile values.In my session, I’ll share two stories and insights on why understanding culture is crucial before implementing processes and techniques. You'll learn the difference between the inside-out and outside-in approaches, how to identify your current and desired culture and the importance of considering the whole system in organizational transformation.I’ll discuss my experiences with a scale-up FinTech company and a large French digital automation and energy management company, highlighting:- Understanding organizational culture and the inside-out approach.- Identifying current and desired organizational culture.- Considering the whole system for successful transformation.Attendees will explore these concepts, share challenges, and discuss questions like:- What were we missing?- What happened?- How might we do differently next time?Episode Highlights:- Understanding Culture: Learn about the significance of aligning organizational culture with Agile values and the inside-out approach.- Identifying Culture: Gain insights on how to identify your current organizational culture and set desired cultural goals.- Holistic Transformation: Discover why considering the entire system is essential for successful organizational transformation and leadership.If you enjoy the show, please leave a review!Use code PRODUCTAGILITY24 for 15% off training courses at Sheev.Sheev - https://www.sheev.co.ukHost 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. Stay up-to-date with us on our social media📱! Ben Maynard 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/benmaynard-sheev/ 🐦 https://x.com/BenWMaynard 💻 https://sheev.co.uk/ Product Agility Podcast 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/company/productagilitypod/ 💻 https://productagilitypod.co.uk/ 🖇️ https://linktr.ee/productagility Listen & Share On Spotify & iTunes Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0lkwAYJzVSuk5zfJ1vIDZq?si=4c691fb12f124a56 iTunes - https://apple.co/3YvTX8p Want to come on the podcast? Want to be a guest or have a guest request? Let us know here https://bit.ly/49osN80

Send us a textScrum Day London is our second conference of the year, and we’re thrilled to bring you more exciting episodes from this renowned event!As we continue our TalkInTen series, we have a special episode featuring Colleen Johnson, CEO of ProKanban.org, who discusses the future of Agile and the critical importance of flow in project management.Colleen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-johnson/Here is the synopsis of Colleen's Talk:In the fast-moving world of digital transformation, agility has never been more critical. However, getting there is often slow, costly, and takes too long to provide value. Join Colleen as she shares how organizations can leverage the power of simple, yet effective practices to optimize the flow of value to customers. Learn why ‘Flow’ – a state where work progresses smoothly and efficiently through all business processes, without bottlenecks or delays – is the critical element missing from most organizations. Explore how to shift from traditional Agile frameworks to a Flow-centric approach through core practices like continuous delivery, work-in-progress limits, and fast feedback loops. Attendees will learn about simplifying Agile practices for efficiency, leveraging real-world examples to showcase how flow enhances project success rates. Colleen will provide actionable insights for implementing Flow in organizations, addressing the challenges of adoption and measuring success, and ultimately envisioning a future where agility equates to a predictable, efficient, and value-driven workflow.Episode Highlights:- The Future of Agile: Discover why ‘Flow’ is essential for optimising value delivery in Agile environments.- Practical Applications: Learn how to implement flow-centric practices like continuous delivery, work-in-progress limits, and fast feedback loops.- Enhancing Efficiency: See real-world examples of how flow can transform project success rates and organisational agility.- Actionable Insights: Gain actionable tips for adopting and measuring the success of flow in your organisation.If you enjoy the show, please leave a review!Use code PRODUCTAGILITY24 for 15% off training courses at Sheev.Sheev - httHost 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. Stay up-to-date with us on our social media📱! Ben Maynard 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/benmaynard-sheev/ 🐦 https://x.com/BenWMaynard 💻 https://sheev.co.uk/ Product Agility Podcast 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/company/productagilitypod/ 💻 https://productagilitypod.co.uk/ 🖇️ https://linktr.ee/productagility Listen & Share On Spotify & iTunes Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0lkwAYJzVSuk5zfJ1vIDZq?si=4c691fb12f124a56 iTunes - https://apple.co/3YvTX8p Want to come on the podcast? Want to be a guest or have a guest request? Let us know here https://bit.ly/49osN80

Send us a textScrum Day London is our second conference of the year, and we’re thrilled to bring you more exciting episodes from this renowned event!As we continue our TalkInTen series, we have a special episode featuring Anikh Subhan, a senior consultant and Agile transformation expert, who explores the intersection of transformation and delivery in Agile environments.101 Ways Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7MAKMpOmWHjsJeYqOMeLvl?si=5ff79d7bb31541feAnikh on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anikhsubhan/Here is the synopsis of Anikh's Talk:Delivering the right value, at the right time for the right users, in the right way is hard. Transforming the right aspects, at the right time, for the right people in the right way is also hard.Many organisations are undergoing transformation efforts to change their ways of working, whilst also trying to maintain a pace of delivery of projects that need to be completed.How can we optimise the simultaneous delivery and transformation initiatives? What synergies are there that we can double up on? And which techniques can we apply to both types of work?In this interactive session, we will explore the synergies between transformation/change initiatives and delivery, delving into the common methods and practices that can be used to achieve a successful organisational change as well as ensuring consistent delivery of valuable software.Episode Highlights:- Transformation and Delivery: Discover how to balance ongoing delivery with transformation initiatives to drive continuous improvement.- Practical Applications: Learn about real-world use cases where synergies between transformation and delivery have been successfully leveraged.- Enhancing Efficiency: Explore techniques that can be applied to both transformation and delivery work to create efficiencies and ensure consistent value delivery.If you enjoy the show, please leave a review!Use code PRODUCTAGILITY24 for 15% off training courses at Sheev.Sheev - https://www.sheev.co.uk101 Ways Podcast - https://www.101wayHost 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. Stay up-to-date with us on our social media📱! Ben Maynard 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/benmaynard-sheev/ 🐦 https://x.com/BenWMaynard 💻 https://sheev.co.uk/ Product Agility Podcast 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/company/productagilitypod/ 💻 https://productagilitypod.co.uk/ 🖇️ https://linktr.ee/productagility Listen & Share On Spotify & iTunes Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0lkwAYJzVSuk5zfJ1vIDZq?si=4c691fb12f124a56 iTunes - https://apple.co/3YvTX8p Want to come on the podcast? Want to be a guest or have a guest request? Let us know here https://bit.ly/49osN80

Send us a textOur first conference of the season is the fantastic Lean Agile London 2024!As we round off our TalksInTen from Lean Agile London 2024, we have a special episode featuring David Crowe, an expert in organisational storytelling with a rich agile background. Join us as David delves into the art and science of narratives and stories within organisations, drawing on Boje’s model to enhance our understanding of change and transformation.David on LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/3XnlFXk Here is the synopsis of David's Talk:Stories and narratives are essential to sensemaking about the pasts, the presents, and the futures of organisations. Drawing on Boje’s model of the dynamics of narrative and story sensemaking, I show how we can talk about time and space in organisations, the role of scale, and the incorporation of diverse and opposing perspectives in how we understand and shape change.At the end of the session, you'll be able to:Distinguish between narratives and stories.Describe different forms of narrative and story, and how they can be used when storying to retrospectively to understand pasts, prospectively to understand possible futures, and in the now to understand emergence in the present.Define and identify the roles of dialogisms and dialectics in permitting, exploring, and transcending diverse perspectives.Apply these ways of storytelling to the challenges we face in facilitating change.Boje's model - https://bit.ly/4cnbuWUEpisode Highlights:Narratives vs. Stories: Understand the critical differences between narratives and stories, and how each can be used to shape organisational change.Dynamic Sensemaking: Learn about Boje’s model and how it helps in discussing time, space, and scale in organisations.Practical Applications: Gain insights into applying these storytelling techniques to real-world challenges in facilitating change.If you enjoy the show, please leave a review!Use code PRODAGILITY24 for 50% off interactive slides at AhaSlides.Aha Slides - https://bit.ly/3UXJO42Host 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. Stay up-to-date with us on our social media📱! Ben Maynard 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/benmaynard-sheev/ 🐦 https://x.com/BenWMaynard 💻 https://sheev.co.uk/ Product Agility Podcast 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/company/productagilitypod/ 💻 https://productagilitypod.co.uk/ 🖇️ https://linktr.ee/productagility Listen & Share On Spotify & iTunes Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0lkwAYJzVSuk5zfJ1vIDZq?si=4c691fb12f124a56 iTunes - https://apple.co/3YvTX8p Want to come on the podcast? Want to be a guest or have a guest request? Let us know here https://bit.ly/49osN80

Send us a textScrum Day London is our second conference of the year, and we’re thrilled to bring you more exciting episodes from this renowned event!As we continue our TalkInTen series, we have a special episode featuring Dave West, CEO of Scrum.org, who discusses the transition to a product operating model and its significance in the digital age.Dave on LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/3xrMdvUHere is the synopsis of Dave's Talk:Agile is a response to the problem that digital opportunities cannot be easily realized with traditional, industrial project management and delivery approaches, because delivering digital value requires a different approach. As digital becomes a fundamental part of most business opportunities, agile approaches must better align with the whole organization, not just the software teams. That requires a change. Over the last ten years, organizations have wrestled with what that change embodies. Should it focus on structure, process, strategy, people, or rewards? And the answer is yes. But even when considered holistically, something is missing. “The what”.In this talk, Dave West, CEO of Scrum.org, discusses the impact of the product operating model and how, when combined with a holistic, systemic approach to organizational change, it provides the true north to enterprise agility. Dave will discuss the product operating model and introduce an approach to getting its introduction. Episode Highlights:- Product Operating Model: Understand the concept and importance of a product operating model in achieving enterprise agility.- Holistic Approach: Learn how a systemic approach to organisational change can drive better alignment and value delivery.- Practical Insights: Gain insights into real-world applications and strategies for implementing a product operating model in your organization.If you enjoy the show, please leave a review!Use code PRODUCTAGILITY24 for 15% off training courses at Sheev.Sheev - https://www.sheev.co.ukHost 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. Stay up-to-date with us on our social media📱! Ben Maynard 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/benmaynard-sheev/ 🐦 https://x.com/BenWMaynard 💻 https://sheev.co.uk/ Product Agility Podcast 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/company/productagilitypod/ 💻 https://productagilitypod.co.uk/ 🖇️ https://linktr.ee/productagility Listen & Share On Spotify & iTunes Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0lkwAYJzVSuk5zfJ1vIDZq?si=4c691fb12f124a56 iTunes - https://apple.co/3YvTX8p Want to come on the podcast? Want to be a guest or have a guest request? Let us know here https://bit.ly/49osN80

Agile consultant Ade Shokoya discusses the impact of AI on human-centered agility. He debates the potential displacement of key roles, loss of intuition, and adaptability, and the importance of soft skills in Agile methodologies. The workshop challenges the enthusiasm surrounding AI in Scrum frameworks.

Send us a textScrum Day London is our second conference of the year, and we’re thrilled to bring you more exciting episodes from this renowned event!Continuing our TalkInTen series, we present Evelien Acun-Roos, an experienced Agile trainer, discussing practical tools for enhancing Scrum events in her talk 'Agile Unboxed: Practical Tools for Breaking Down Barriers in Scrum Events'.Evelien on LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/4c6tTaXHere is the synopsis of Evelien's Talk:While Agile is all about being adaptive and responsive, Agile teams often find themselves ensnared by invisible barriers that hinder innovation and efficiency. This talk embarks on a practical journey through interactive exercises and real-world case studies, focusing on enhancing the effectiveness of Scrum events. Participants will explore strategies aimed at promoting critical thinking, fostering open communication, and stimulating creative problem-solving in agile environments.Key Takeaways:- Strategies to enhance engagement and participation in Scrum events.- Techniques to apply the 5P’s of Personal Engagement.- Practical methods to build trust and boost collaboration within teams, grounded in the latest findings from neuroscience and behavioural science.You will be equipped with a set of actionable tools and insights, ready to transform your Scrum events and elevate your teams’ performance. This session is designed not just to inspire but to empower attendees with the knowledge and skills to foster an environment where critical thinking and innovative problem-solving thrive in alignment with agile values.Episode Highlights:- Practical Strategies: Enhance engagement and participation in your Scrum events.- 5P’s of Personal Engagement: Learn techniques to apply these principles effectively.- Building Trust: Discover methods to boost collaboration within teams.- Customising Agile: Gain insights on adapting agile practices for your team’s unique challenges.If you enjoy the show, please leave a review!Use code PRODUCTAGILITY24 for 15% off training courses at Sheev.Sheev - https://www.sheev.co.ukHost 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. Stay up-to-date with us on our social media📱! Ben Maynard 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/benmaynard-sheev/ 🐦 https://x.com/BenWMaynard 💻 https://sheev.co.uk/ Product Agility Podcast 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/company/productagilitypod/ 💻 https://productagilitypod.co.uk/ 🖇️ https://linktr.ee/productagility Listen & Share On Spotify & iTunes Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0lkwAYJzVSuk5zfJ1vIDZq?si=4c691fb12f124a56 iTunes - https://apple.co/3YvTX8p Want to come on the podcast? Want to be a guest or have a guest request? Let us know here https://bit.ly/49osN80

Send us a textScrum Day London is our second conference of the year, and we’re thrilled to bring you more exciting episodes from this renowned event!As we continue our TalkInTen series, we have a special episode featuring Irénéé Dondijo, a senior lecturer and blockchain researcher, who explores the intersection of blockchain technology and Agile project management.Irénéé on LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/3KPFFdNHere is the synopsis of Irénéé's Talk:In today’s ever-changing technological landscape, fostering inclusive and varied viewpoints within agile frameworks is critical for encouraging innovation and sustainability. This talk delves into the critical role that blockchain technology plays in breaking down barriers and advocating for inclusion in agile contexts. Agile approaches may transcend conventional boundaries by embracing diversity, and this debate aims to highlight the revolutionary influence of blockchain in attaining this objective. By exploring decentralized decision-making, transparent collaboration, equalized access to information, and the inventive potential of smart contracts, this discussion sheds light on how blockchain technology functions as a catalyst for establishing inclusive agile settings. Ultimately, this dialogue fosters a critical study of the synergies between blockchain and agile approaches, paving the way for a more inclusive, dynamic, and successful approach to project management and technological progress by acknowledging problems and presenting possibilities.Episode Highlights:- Blockchain in Agile: Understand how blockchain technology can improve transparency, trust, and inclusivity in Agile projects.- Practical Applications: Learn about real-world use cases where blockchain has been successfully integrated into Agile processes.- Enhancing Collaboration: Discover how blockchain can facilitate better collaboration and communication among Agile teams and stakeholders.If you enjoy the show, please leave a review!Use code PRODUCTAGILITY24 for 15% off training courses at Sheev.Sheev - https://www.sheev.co.ukHost 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. Stay up-to-date with us on our social media📱! Ben Maynard 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/benmaynard-sheev/ 🐦 https://x.com/BenWMaynard 💻 https://sheev.co.uk/ Product Agility Podcast 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/company/productagilitypod/ 💻 https://productagilitypod.co.uk/ 🖇️ https://linktr.ee/productagility Listen & Share On Spotify & iTunes Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0lkwAYJzVSuk5zfJ1vIDZq?si=4c691fb12f124a56 iTunes - https://apple.co/3YvTX8p Want to come on the podcast? Want to be a guest or have a guest request? Let us know here https://bit.ly/49osN80

Send us a textIn this episode, Ben Maynard sits down with Nesrine Changuel, PhD, a distinguished product management professional with a rich history at leading tech companies, including Google, Spotify, and Skype. Nesrine is passionate about building innovative products that solve users' problems. Known for her self-management skills, excellent team and relationship-building abilities, and strong communication, Nesrine enjoys collaborating with others to create impactful products. She shares her incredible journey from a research engineer to becoming a product coach and delves into the importance of delight in product management. The conversation explores how delight can create a lasting competitive advantage, drive user loyalty, and enhance product shareability.Learn more about Nesrine's coaching and advisory services for product teams. Nesrine on LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/4ctz0ShKey Highlights:🔍 08:13 - The Importance of Delight in Product Development🔍 10:26 - The Power Of Emotional User Connection🔍 12:25 - Cracking The Code To Product Delight🔍 20:18 - Strategic Product Development Decisions🔍 28:22 - The Story Behind Spotify's Discover Weekly: The Importance of Familiarity🔍 39:32 - Designing For Delight: Product Principles Discover practical insights on how to elevate your products by focusing on delight, balancing innovation with user comfort, and fostering a playful and safe organisational culture.Join us as Nesrine Changuel shares her expert insights and learn how you can create products that not only meet user needs but also bring joy and surprise to their lives.Reflective Questions for Listeners:How can you create moments of joy and surprise in your product to delight your users?What familiar elements can you incorporate into new features to make them more engaging?How does your organisational culture support or hinder the creation of delightful products?If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends, colleagues, and network. Subscribe to the Product Agility podcast for more insightful conversations with industry experts.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. Stay up-to-date with us on our social media📱! Ben Maynard 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/benmaynard-sheev/ 🐦 https://x.com/BenWMaynard 💻 https://sheev.co.uk/ Product Agility Podcast 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/company/productagilitypod/ 💻 https://productagilitypod.co.uk/ 🖇️ https://linktr.ee/productagility Listen & Share On Spotify & iTunes Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0lkwAYJzVSuk5zfJ1vIDZq?si=4c691fb12f124a56 iTunes - https://apple.co/3YvTX8p Want to come on the podcast? Want to be a guest or have a guest request? Let us know here https://bit.ly/49osN80