Product Agility

Send us a textOur first conference of the season is the fantastic Lean Agile London 2024!As we round off our TalkInTen series, we have a special treat: Avipaul Bhandari, an Agile veteran with over 20 years of experience, dives into the often-overlooked power of empathy within Agile frameworks.Avipaul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avipaulbhandari/Here is the synopsis of Avipaul's Talk:In this engaging talk, Avipaul sheds light on the pivotal role of empathy as a driving force behind meaningful change within Agile frameworks.Through personal anecdotes and practical insights, he reveals how embracing empathy can catalyse transformation, foster stronger collaboration, and cohesive team dynamics, and enhance value delivery. Join us as we explore the profound impact of empathy - an essential ingredient for Agile success.Episode Highlights:- Empathy in Agile: Discover how to implement empathy-driven strategies to enhance team dynamics and value delivery- Practical Insights: Gain practical tips and real-world examples from Avipaul’s extensive experience- Transformational Strategies: Learn how to use empathy to navigate organisational complexities and improve your product strategyIf 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

Legendary figures in agile and product management, Daniel Terhorst-North and Jeff Gothelf, discuss the challenges of operating a product business at scale. They explore the importance of cross-functional teams, the role of OKRs in driving alignment, overcoming resistance to change, and share real-world examples of successful agile transformations. Listeners gain insights on implementing effective strategies for enhancing product delivery and customer satisfaction.

Send us a textWe found ourselves at Lean Agile Brighton 2023 interviewing world-class Agilists getting their "Talks In Ten."As we gear up for Lean Agile Brighton 2024, we're excited to share a special episode recorded at last year's conference featuring Julie Starling. In this TalkInTen, Julie dives into the actionable use of data to drive enhanced delivery and improve organisational flow.Julie on LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/45dmWStHere is the synopsis of Julie's Talk:How We Use Data To Ignite ActionAre you tired of having the same conversations, delivering “late” and being put under pressure for decisions you didn’t even make? In this session, I’ll walk through how we managed to flip the script in a highly regulated, risk-averse financial institution by introducing probabilistic forecasting and flow metrics, as well as ditching wasteful estimations.I’ll cover what you need to get started (very little!) and we’ll explore things I wish we knew when we started our journey, including what is involved in making the mindset shift at an organisational level. I’ll also be sharing some of the success stories we’ve seen, which include teams improving their ways of working based on data, as well as critical decisions being made by stakeholders at the earliest possible opportunity rather than when we’ve missed a deadline.Probabilistic forecasting has helped move our risk-averse stakeholders away from traditional and comfortable but ultimately higher-risk ways of working… however, we’re still on our journey and there is so much more to come, so I’ll also touch on where we are going, which includes using DORA metrics.Episode Highlights:Actionable Data: Learn how to use data to increase flow, generate conversation, and enable experimentation.Probabilistic Forecasting: Discover how to implement probabilistic forecasting to flip the script in risk-averse environments.Flow Metrics: Understand the importance of flow metrics in enhancing delivery and improving decision-making.Tune in now for valuable insights and practical strategies for using data to drive enhanced delivery and organisational flow!If you enjoy the show, please leave a review! Use code PRODAGILITY24 for 50% off interactive slides at AhaSlides.AhaSlides - 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

Send us a textOur first conference of the season is the fantastic Lean Agile London 2024!As we round off our TalkInTen series, we have a special treat: our insightful host, Ben Maynard, steps into the spotlight for the first time as both the interviewee and the focus of his own episode. In this episode, Ben delves into the essential role of having a clear product vision and how to navigate organizational complexities to achieve it.Ben on LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/3x0fmybHere is the synopsis of Ben's Talk:Ever feel like your product vision needs a pair of glasses? Join Ben for a lively session where we'll turn the blurry mess of traditional product visions into something clear, actionable, and focused. Think of it as laser eye surgery for your product strategy!Hold up, though, it's not just a case of re-writing a canvas. To fundamentally fix the problem, we will need to dive into the murky waters of organisational complexity and dredge up the common culprits that lead to cloudy product visions and bog down brilliance. With real-world tales and a dash of humour, Ben will explore how too many cooks in the kitchen (or stakeholders in the spreadsheet) can spoil both broth and bandwidth.Armed with Radical Product Thinking, Systems Thinking and OKR superpowers, you’ll learn to trim the fat and tighten the focus, making your product vision sharp enough to cut through even the thickest red tape.Expect practical tools, snappy strategies, and a few "Aha!" moments as we showcase how companies just like yours have gone from chaotic to charismatic. Wrap up the session with a Q&A to grill. So, dust off your binoculars and prepare to zoom in on a product vision that’s not just good, but brilliant!Episode Highlights:- Radical Product Thinking: Discover how to implement radical product thinking to cut through organisational complexities and enhance your product strategy.- Systems Thinking: Learn about the integration of systems thinking to understand and address the root causes of cloudy product visions.- OKRs for Clarity: Understand how to use Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) to maintain a focused and measurable product vision.If you enjoy the show, please leave a review! Use code PRODAGILITY24 for 50%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

Send us a textOur first conference of the season is the fantastic Lean Agile London 2024!We continue our TalkInTen series by interviewing the insightful Katrin Wellmann. In this episode, Katrin delves into the essential role of agile leadership and why it’s more than just a buzzword.Katrin on LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/3VqV4Hi Here is the synopsis of Katrin’s Talk:Many managers struggle in their role within a newly beginning agile transformation. Agile Leadership is not a role; it is an activity and a stance, something everyone in an organisation can engage in. In this interactive peer workshop, you will experience a string of activities to let your own path as an Agile Leader emerge.Many managers struggle in their role within a newly beginning agile transformation.Agile Leadership is not a role. It is an activity and a stance, something everyone in an organisation can engage in.Are you a Senior Manager, a Product Owner, a Scrum Master, or a team member… – who is wondering how to solve leadership issues that arise in transforming organisations?Which approaches to choose – how to act differently now than before? And, as a manager, a leader of any kind in such an org, how to handle the growing self-management of agile teams…?In this interactive peer workshop, you will experience a string of activities to let your own path as an Agile Leader emerge.Episode Highlights:- Understanding Agile Leadership: Learn why agile leadership is an activity and stance, not just a role.  - Navigating Transformations: Discover approaches to tackle leadership issues that arise during organisational transformations.  - Interactive Peer Workshops: Katrin walks through activities designed to help you develop your path as an agile leader.  - Target, Trust, and Track: Explore Katrin's model for replacing command and control with a focus on targeting goals, trusting teams, and tracking progress.🎙️ Don’t miss this episode filled with practical strategies and expert advice for enhancing agile leadership within your organization. Tune in now and transform your approach to leadership.If you enjoy the show, please leave a review!Use code PRODAGILITY24 for 50% off interactive slides at AHost 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!We continue our TalkInTen series by interviewing the insightful Marcus de Vale. In this episode, Marcus delves into the essential role of visual tools in gaining clarity and effectively communicating complex ideas.Marcus on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusdevale/Here is the synopsis of Marcus's Talk:Gaining clarity is a challenge that we all face! In this session Marcus from WorkVisible Studios will walk you through a few simple visual tools that can help you see through the fog, understand what’s going on and communicate it effectively.Episode Highlights:- Visual Thinking: Learn how to use visual thinking as a tool to gain clarity and simplify complex ideas.- Effective Communication: Discover techniques to visualise processes and flows, making it easier to communicate with your team.- Practical Tools: Explore practical visual tools that can be integrated into your daily work to enhance understanding and decision-making.- Building Confidence: Understand that you don’t need to be an artist to use visual facilitation effectively; it’s about making ideas visible, not pretty.🎙️ Don’t miss this episode filled with valuable insights and practical strategies for using visual tools to enhance clarity and communication in your work. Tune in now to be inspired.Stay tuned for more TalkInTen bonus episodes from Lean Agile London 2024 on the Product Agility Podcast!If you enjoy the show, please leave a review! Your feedback helps us improve and reach more Agile enthusiasts like you.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 textOur first conference of the season is the fantastic Lean Agile London 2024!We continue our TalkInTen series by interviewing the insightful Hafedh Messaoudi. In this episode, Hafedh delves into the fascinating world of neuro agility and how leveraging brain science can transform training and coaching practices, leading to more effective and lasting change.Hafedh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hafedh/Here is the synopsis of Hafedh's talk:Navigating the journey of business agility, effective training isn’t just beneficial—it’s essential. It equips employees with the vital skills required for the anticipated agile environment. However, the success of the journey towards Agility relies on the quality of training provided. When thoughtfully prepared and rooted in neuroscience, training doesn’t just inform—it transforms, acting as a powerful catalyst for enduring change.Join me in this interactive conference as we explore the brain mechanics that underpin successful change. Together, we’ll delve into how leading successful companies have harnessed the power of neuroscience to boost their business agility. Discover the secrets behind their achievements and how you can apply these insights to empower your own agile transformation.Episode Highlights:- Neuro Agility: Learn how to leverage brain science to enhance training and coaching practices.- Transformative Training: Discover how neuroscience-based training can act as a catalyst for lasting change.- Practical Tools: Gain insights into tools and methods that can save time and improve the effectiveness of your training sessions.- Real-World Applications: Hear case studies and examples of how these techniques have been successfully implemented in various organisations.🎙️ Don’t miss this episode filled with valuable insights and practical strategies for leveraging neuroscience to enhance your training and coaching practices. Tune in now to be inspired.Stay tuned for more TalkInTen bonus episodes!If you enjoy the show, please leave a review! Your feedback helps us improve and reach more Agile enthusiasts like you.Use code PRODAGILITY24 for 50% off interactive slides at AhaSlides.AhaHost 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!We continue our TalkInTen series by interviewing the insightful Lavaneesh Gautam. In this episode, Lavaneesh delves into the Vision to Value Mapping approach, emphasizing how it bridges the gap between business objectives and tangible deliverables.Lavaneesh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lavaneesh-gautam/ Here is the synopsis of Lavaneesh's talk:The chasm between the ‘Why’—the intrinsic business or customer value—and the ‘What’—the tangible Product Backlog items or deliverables—represents a critical gap in product development. Bridging this divide requires a robust strategy, and the Vision to Value Mapping emerges as a compelling solution. This innovative approach fosters a seamless connection between business objectives, their impacts, stakeholders, and the benefits realized by users. By integrating user outcomes, exploratory experiments, and potential solutions into a coherent framework, Vision to Value Mapping not only clarifies the path from concept to execution but also enhances collaborative efforts.Episode Highlights:- Bridging the Gap: Learn how to connect business objectives with tangible deliverables effectively.- Vision to Value Mapping: Discover the innovative approach that aligns business goals with user outcomes.- Practical Tools: Explore tools like Lean Canvas, North Star Metrics, and more to measure and track progress.- Enhanced Collaboration: Understand how to improve collaborative efforts through integrated frameworks.🎙️ Don’t miss this episode filled with valuable insights and practical strategies for bridging the gap between vision and value in product development. Tune in now to be inspired.Stay tuned for more TalkInTen bonus episodes from Lean Agile London 2024 on the Product Agility Podcast!If you enjoy the show, please leave a review! Your feedback helps us improve and reach more Agile enthusiasts like you.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 textOur first conference of the season is the fantastic Lean Agile London 2024!We continue our TalkInTen series by interviewing the insightful Ady Dike. In this episode, Ady delves into the essential role of psychological safety in fostering environments where creativity can thrive, emphasisaing the link between emotional intelligence and psychological safety.Ady on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ady-dike/Here is the synopsis of Ady's talk:Ady explores the importance of psychological safety in nurturing environments where people are at their creative best. She highlights how a mix of social and technical expertise, underpinned by emotional intelligence, is crucial for thriving in today’s knowledge economy. This talk will examine the role of psychological safety in maximising the power of our creative imagination and how we can all contribute to creating great workplaces.Episode Highlights:- Psychological Safety: Understand the significance of psychological safety in fostering creativity and innovation.- Emotional Intelligence: Learn how emotional intelligence contributes to creating psychologically safe environments.- Creating Great Workplaces: Discover practical strategies to build and maintain a culture of trust, transparency, and continuous learning.- Leveraging Data: Explore key metrics that reveal the effectiveness of current practices and identify areas for improvement.🎙️ Don’t miss this episode filled with valuable insights and practical strategies for fostering psychological safety and emotional intelligence in your teams. Tune in now to be inspired.Stay tuned for more TalkInTen bonus episodes from Lean Agile London 2024 on the Product Agility Podcast!If you enjoy the show, please leave a review! Your feedback helps us improve and reach more Agile enthusiasts like you.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 textOur first conference of the season is the fantastic Lean Agile London 2024!We continue our TalkInTen series by interviewing the insightful Sheetal Thaker. In this episode, Sheetal explores the essential elements of effective leadership in today’s fast-paced business world, emphasizing the importance of agility for organizations to thrive in dynamic environments.Sheetal on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheetal-thaker/Here is the synopsis of Sheetal's talk:In this talk, Sheetal discusses the crucial components of effective leadership, starting with fostering team unity to enhance collaboration and communication. She highlights how united teams are better equipped to navigate challenges and solve them faster. Sheetal also delves into the importance of cultivating a culture of trust, transparency, and continuous learning to embrace change, foster innovation, and sustain agility.Finally, Sheetal shares how leveraging key metrics can reveal the effectiveness of current working methods and uncover hidden opportunities for improvement. These metrics can pinpoint areas where teams may need further development while showcasing high-performing individuals.Episode Highlights:- Team Unity: Learn how to foster collaboration and communication among team members for better problem-solving.- Culture of Trust and Learning: Understand why trust, transparency, and continuous learning are essential for innovation and agility.- Leveraging Data: Discover key metrics that reveal the effectiveness of current practices and identify areas for improvement.🎙️ Don’t miss this episode filled with valuable insights and practical strategies for leading with agility. Tune in now to be inspired.Stay tuned for more TalkInTen bonus episodes from Lean Agile London 2024 on the Product Agility Podcast!If you enjoy the show, please leave a review! Your feedback helps us improve and reach more Agile enthusiasts like you.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