The Agile Within

Apr 09 2025 108 ep. 37 mins 97
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Providing agile insights into human values and behaviors through genuine connections.

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Can Anyone Be An Agile Coach? with Kamal Kalra

Apr 09 2025 39 mins  
What separates a mediocre Agile coach from a truly exceptional one? The answer might surprise you. When Kamal Kalra posed the question "Can anyone be an Agile coach?" at an Agile open space, he challenged the conventional wisdom that knowledge alone qualifies someone for the role. Kamal brings a refreshingly human-centered approach to Agile coaching. His journey began when a mentor

Unlocking the Future of Agility with Jessica Soroky

Apr 02 2025 32 mins  
The Agile landscape has evolved dramatically in recent years, with demand for traditional roles decreasing while expectations for value delivery increase. How can Agile practitioners adapt and thrive in this changing environment? Jessica Soroky, Senior Director of Program Management and Product Operations at Pendo, shares her fascinating journey transforming a team of Scrum Masters

Selling the Vision! A Product-to-Sales Journey with Seth Carpien

Mar 26 2025 35 mins  
What happens when a traditional salesperson collides with Agile principles? Seth Carpian, Chief Growth Officer at Tricon InfoTech, takes us on his transformative journey from being the sales executive who promised anything to land a deal to becoming a trusted advisor who understands the realities of software development. The turning point came when a delivery colleague essentially

Scrum Master 2.0 with Parjin Manguri

Mar 19 2025 37 mins  
As a Scrum Master do you feel trapped in an endless cycle of fixing the same team problems? It just might be time to evolve your approach. In this thought-provoking episode, Parjin Manguri shares her vision for "Scrum Master 2.0" - the evolution from team facilitator to systemic change agent. Drawing from her experiences across multiple organizations, Parjin explains why many team-

Finding Balance with Mark Metze

Mar 12 2025 11 mins  
Have you ever felt like you're constantly over-correcting? Maybe one day you're doing too much for your team, becoming the bottleneck rather than the enabler. The next, you swing too far toward directing rather than guiding. I visualize this struggle as an old-fashioned gold scale—add a little too much weight to either side, and the whole thing crashes to the ground. Through year

Career Stuck? Full Court Press! with Mark Metze

Feb 26 2025 14 mins  
Step into a game-changing perspective on career development in the latest episode! Join me as I dive deep into the philosophy of creating your own opportunities through relentless effort and strategic thinking. Just like a basketball team that employs a full-court press to dominate the game, we can apply this relentless approach to our careers to break free from stagnation. Using m

Why I Choose to be a Human-Centric Coach with Vadim Arefiev

Feb 19 2025 39 mins  
Vadim Arefiev, a senior Agile coach and founder of the Success Charge Academy, shares his inspiring transition from a full-stack Java developer to a human-centric coach. With insights from a pivotal encounter with Agile legends Gene Gendel and Jeff Sutherland, Vadim discusses the profound fulfillment found in helping others unlock their potential. Through personal stories and exper

Learning Organizations Love Workshops with Paula Lipnick

Feb 12 2025 28 mins  
Discover the secret sauce behind creating impactful workshops that foster learning and innovation within organizations. Join me as I engage in a lively conversation with the insightful Paula Lipnick, a seasoned product agility lead, whose expertise in orchestrating transformative workshops is nothing short of inspiring. Paula shares her valuable strategies on aligning workshop goal

The Secret to Making a Positive Impact with Michelle Pauk

Jan 29 2025 45 mins  
Michelle Pauk, a seasoned executive and leadership coach, returns to The Agile Within to share her transformative insights on positivity in the Agile world. Ever wondered how mindset shifts could powerfully change the way Agile professionals contribute to their field? Michelle argues that it’s less about proving your worth and more about making authentic contributions. We navigat

NeuroLeadership: The Power of Team Psychology with Harkiran Brar

Jan 23 2025 35 mins  
What happens when you blend the marvel of natural wonders with the intricate science of the human mind? Join us as Harkiran Brar, IT project manager and host of "Project Perks with Harkiran," takes us on a journey through the picturesque beauty of Niagara Falls and into the realm of neuroleadership. Discover how the awe-inspiring vistas of our world can ignite creativity and enhanc