Agile Mentors Podcast from Mountain Goat Software

Agile coaching expert Vinnie Gill and Brian discuss key strategies for overcoming conflicts and enhancing teamwork within the coaching community. They dive into challenges faced by Agile coaches, emphasizing empathy, collaboration, and self-care. Vinnie shares insights on the importance of 'starting with why' and applying methods to oneself, fostering strong, productive relationships within the Agile coaching community.

Join Brian and expert Arlen Bankston as they explore Liquid Agility, a framework enhancing Agile practices. They discuss the JUICE framework categorizing work into innovation, iteration, and operation streams, transforming prioritization. Learn how Liquid Agility revolutionizes product management and Agile methodologies to make them more effective and adaptable.

Join Brian and guest Sumeet Moghe, author of the Async First Playbook, as they dive into mastering asynchronous work in Agile teams. Learn about fostering deep focus, securing team buy-in, balancing synchronous tasks, and building cohesion in distributed teams. Discover actionable advice on creating a productive environment through intentional communication. Tune in to reshape your team's approach to collaboration and productivity in the asynchronous era.

Steve Martin, an expert in organizational change, discusses the Change Initiative Canvas. Topics include learning from failure, recognizing the need for change, and setting clear objectives. Strategies for overcoming resistance and achieving successful transformations are also explored.

Brian and guest Anthony Coppedge from IBM discuss bridging team-leadership gaps, overcoming fear, and emphasizing long-term value in Agile organizations. They highlight the role of middle management, data-driven decisions, and tools like the Retrospective Radar for success in driving agility and fostering transparency.

Evan Leybourn, co-founder of the Business Agility Institute, discusses the rise of human skills and agile acumen in today's workforce. They explore the shift towards valuing soft skills over technical knowledge, the importance of diverse experiences in agile roles, and the need for organizations to appreciate the impact of specialized roles. The episode offers insights into adapting and thriving in an ever-evolving professional landscape.

Join Brian and Scrum expert Stefan Wolpers as they tackle Scrum anti-patterns, communication breakdowns, organizational challenges, and the rigidity of Agile practices. Explore the power of inversion in learning, the importance of clear communication, challenges in offshoring, and best practices for navigating Scrum anti-patterns. Gain insights to enhance team collaboration and drive successful Agile transformations.

HR innovator and Agile expert Pia-Maria Thorén discusses revolutionizing HR with Agile principles. Topics include attitude-based hiring, nurturing candidate experiences, team involvement in hiring, empathy in performance challenges, and transforming layoffs into growth opportunities.

Join Brian Milner and Master Coach Cherie Silas as they unravel the complexities of Agile coaching, explore the pivotal role of an Agile coach, and discuss the transformative Tandem Coaching program. Discover the secrets to empowering Agile transformations and the importance of adopting a coaching mindset for meaningful business outcomes. Dive deep into the nuances that distinguish professional coaching from Agile coaching in this captivating conversation.

Join Brian and Avipaul Bhandari as they explore how one-on-one conversations can redefine team dynamics and scale organizational culture in the Agile space. Discover the secrets behind effective interactions, fostering empathy and understanding, and empowering agile practices within teams. Learn how to leverage one-on-one meetings to unlock your team's potential and catalyze a cultural transformation.