Lean On Agile (& Elevate Change) Show

Nov 13 2024 33 ep. 40 mins 22
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Lean On Agile (& Elevate Change) Show is a Webinar + Podcast about Agile & Beyond. We share stories of success, learning, and conversations with thought leaders. The topics include but not limited to Agile Software Development, Agile Methodologies, Transformation, and related topics.

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Projects in an Agile World: Risk, People, and Process with Abtin Zohrabi

Nov 13 2024 41 mins  
In this episode, Abtin joined Shahin to delve into project management, career transitions, Agile's role in project execution, and the complexities of risk and change management. Abtin shares stories from his extensive career journey, from navigating political advisory roles to consulting, teaching, and driving transformation in project management. Topics Covered: The journey from

Beyond Agile Coaching with Lyssa Adkins

Sep 03 2024 44 mins  
In this episode, Lyssa joined Shahin to delve into the evolving landscape of leadership and Agile coaching, offering valuable insights and resources. She highlights the skills essential for thriving in an increasingly uncertain world and discusses her efforts to elevate leadership consciousness to address complex global challenges. Topics Covered: Importance of Adaptive Skills: L

Unclogging Workflows: Identifying and Eliminating Bottlenecks in Your Process

Jul 15 2024 9 mins  
Bottlenecks in Work Processes - Bottlenecks occur when demand exceeds system capacity. - Example: A team with sufficient work may face bottlenecks due to limited resources or dependencies on other teams. - Real-life scenarios are more complex than simplified examples. Bottlenecks and Solutions - Bottlenecks are challenging and expensive to deal with. - Finding opportunities within

Beyond Velocity: Mastering Agile Coaching and Collaboration with Doc Norton

Jun 20 2024 42 mins  
In this episode, Doc joined Shahin to talk about Beyond Velocity: Mastering Agile Coaching and Collaboration. The following have been topics of our conversation: Coaching, leadership, and software development Exploring different aspects of coaching, including technical, leadership, and agile coaching. Coaching helps clients achieve sense of accomplishment, while also providing

User Story Excellence: Boosting Collaboration and Delivery in Agile Teams

May 17 2024 7 mins  
Writing Effective User Stories - User stories are often written poorly, leading to challenges in estimation and development. - They should be small, easy to understand, and consumable by developers. - Agile coaches can help teams write better user stories by providing tools and guidance. Using User Stories Effectively - User stories should provide value to users. - Improper use of

Systems Thinking, Leadership Habits, and Organizational Change with Don Gray

Mar 21 2024 56 mins  
In this episode, Don joined Shahin to talk about Systems Thinking, Leadership Habits, and Organizational Change. The following have been topics of our conversation: Transitioning from technical skills to people management. The importance of people in software development, highlighting their creative force and impact on success and well-being. The importance of trusting and e

How to Have Effective Daily Meetings (Standups)?

Feb 22 2024 12 mins  
Standup Meeting in Agile Teams - Standup meetings are short daily meetings held in agile teams to discuss progress and challenges. - They are typically held at the start of the day and should be kept to 15 minutes or less. - Standups can be helpful for identifying and resolving issues early on. Managing Lengthy Team Meetings - Discussing the issue of lengthy team meetings that exce

Decision Making as Change Agents!

Feb 12 2024 14 mins  
Hybrid Work Environment: Encouraging Team Collaboration Decision Making in Change Management - Discussing the role of change agents and initiators in decision-making. - Exploring the concept of shared decision-making versus individual decision-making. - Considering the complexities of decision-making in change management using a hypothetical scenario. Levels of Decision-Making - D

Burnout, NLP, Self-care and Personal Growth with Anna Romanovska

Jan 11 2024 39 mins  
In this episode, Anna joined Shahin to talk about Burnout, Technology, and Personal Growth. The following have been topics of our conversation: Burnout, stress, and self-care. NLP and its role in communication. NLP and its effectiveness in personal growth. NLP and coaching with a focus on organizational change. Work-life balance and self-validation. Feedback, burnout, and me

Kanban Ninja, Leadership Retreat and New Open Space

Nov 21 2023 18 mins  
In this episode, ⁠Shahin⁠ talks about Kanban Ninja, KLR and New Open Space. The following have been topics of our conversation: Insights from attending Kanban Leadership Retreat in San Diego Customized open space format for efficient topic selection and discussion. "Kanban ninjas" session in KLR23 to teach techniques for using Kanban method without telling people,