Business Agility Now Podcast

Mar 05 2025 240 ep. 17 mins 307
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Advice. Firsthand experiences. Inspiring conversations. Fresh perspectives. You’ll find it all on the SAFe Business Agility podcast—your connection to all things SAFe, and a lot more.

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Portfolio Leadership

Mar 05 2025 38 mins  
“The portfolio leadership team are real human beings and they sometimes got into the position that they're in from being really good at a certain style of leadership that worked really well for execution and they're now asked to think from a more strategic point of view and … nobody helps them get to that point.” In this conversation, Adam talks to Rebecca Davis, SAFe methodo

Tactical Tuesday: Working with Tools

Mar 04 2025 6 mins  
Having the right Agile tool is critical to any successful transformation. In this episode, Charlene Cuenca, SPCT and principal consultant with Icon Agility Services, explains why, shares her tips about when to implement one, and how to use it to collect key data. Like what you hear? Connect with Charlene on LinkedIn. Explore SAFe courses here.

Tactical Tuesday: Why Focus?

Feb 25 2025 4 mins  
Shifting to an Agile way of working is much more than checking boxes for standups and user stories. In this episode, Harry Narang, transformation leader and Agile coach with Skillbook Academy discusses the importance of understanding the why behind Agile practices, rather than just implementing them at face value. Like what you hear? Connect with Harry on LinkedIn. Explore SAFe cou

Tactical Tuesday: Working Smarter in SAFe with AI

Feb 18 2025 4 mins  
How can you embrace AI to accelerate value for your organization and yourself? Dr. Wiselin Mathuram, SPCT at International Business Consultants, shares real-world examples and actionable advice. Like what you hear? Connect with Wiselin on LinkedIn. Explore SAFe courses here.

Tactical Tuesday: Coaching is Not About You

Feb 11 2025 2 mins  
What makes a good coach? Niko Kaintantzis, SPCT at Kegon in Switzerland, explains in this episode. Like what you hear? Connect with Niko on LinkedIn. Explore SAFe courses here.

Practicing SAFe to Empower the Warfighter

Feb 05 2025 43 mins  
“We're starting to see that lightbulb moment in folks' minds to say, ‘It's okay to be a little bit vulnerable. It's okay to talk about some painful things.’ It's hard to do that within the government world because of the old ways of thinking and working, but we're starting to break those barriers down.” In this episode, Adam talks to Scott Sinclair, Agile Coach within the U

Tactical Tuesday: How to Be Resilient

Feb 04 2025 2 mins  
Coaching can be hard, especially when people are scared and skeptical of change. In this episode, Martha Ann Oliver, SPCT candidate, shares lessons learned and practical tips to stay resilient. Like what you hear? Connect with Martha Ann on LinkedIn. Explore SAFe courses here.

Think, But Don't Worry

Jan 28 2025 1 mins  
Many things can go wrong—and right—in an Agile transformation. In today’s episode, Enterprise Agile Coach and SPCT Ray Angelone shares his succinct wisdom about how to handle those existing and potential challenges. Like what you hear? Connect with Ray on LinkedIn. Explore SAFe courses here.

Empowering the Next Generation of Agile Coaches

Jan 22 2025 29 mins  
“I was really nervous and scared starting my first [Agile Release] Train. It would have been awesome if I had a mentor or coach initially to help me with that. You have to have mentors in your life. Those areas that I struggled with as I was growing my career, I reflected on ‘how can I make it better for others?’ and that’s what I strived to do.” In this mentor-focused ep

Tactical Tuesday: Take a Step Back

Jan 21 2025 2 mins  
In this episode, Lindy Quick, SPCT and transformation architect, explains why taking a step back from your day-to-day activities and remembering to breathe can provide important perspectives and help spark new ideas. Like what you hear? Connect with Lindy on LinkedIn. Explore SAFe courses here.