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Agile Philosophy

Understand the Agile philosophy and its impact on organisations. Go beyond frameworks to explore Agile as a guiding ethos for value delivery.

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Manifesto for Agile Software Development

Discover more about Manifesto for Agile Software Development and how it can help you in your Agile journey!
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The Fallacy of Equating Agility with Speed: What Agile Really Means

Discover why Agile isn’t just about speed! This video reveals its true focus on value, adaptability, and delivering the right products. Embrace a strategic mindset!
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You can't stop the signal! But you can ignore it!

Explore how Agile and Scrum illuminate challenges in teams and organizations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and responsiveness to critical signals.
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Mastering Agile: The Power of "Just Enough and No More" for Optimal Efficiency

Discover how the mantra “just enough and no more” can transform your agile practices. Learn to optimise processes, enhance productivity, and deliver value effectively.
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Unlocking Agile’s Core: Questioning to Create Value

Unlock the true potential of Agile! Discover how questioning and adaptability can transform your organisation and outpace competitors. Watch now! 🌟
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Empowering Teams to Tailor Their Processes: A Path to True Agility

Empower your teams to adapt processes for greater value! Discover how to break down silos and foster innovation in this Agile reality check.
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Special Sprints: Agile Banditry or Risk Management?

Uncover the truth about special sprints in Agile! Join Martin as he reveals their pitfalls and impact on product delivery. 🚀🔍 #Agile #SpecialSprints
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Empowering Teams to Maximize Value and Return on Investment

Unlock your team’s potential! Discover how empowering Agile teams boosts innovation, adaptability, and ROI in this insightful video. Click to learn more! 💼📈
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Agile is Not New: A Journey Back to the Basics

Explore Agile’s rich history and its evolution in this insightful video by Martin Hinshelwood, revealing how to reclaim its true value in modern business. 🌍💡
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Conquering Sloth in Agile: 6 Signs Your Team Might Be Stalling

Uncover the hidden signs of sloth in Agile practices. Learn how to empower your team, deliver value, and embrace true agility in your projects!
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Detecting Agile BS: Lessons from the Department of Defense

Is your development ecosystem truly Agile? Discover insights from the DoD and learn to eliminate bottlenecks for seamless, innovative delivery! 🚀
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Detecting Agile BS: Lessons from the US Department of Defense

Is your company truly Agile? 🤔 Discover a 6-question test inspired by the U.S. Department of Defense to assess and enhance your Agile practices!
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There is no "do agile" there is only "be agile"

Discover why true agility is about being, not just doing. Embrace deep organizational change for lasting value in your agile journey. Learn more!
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7 Deadly Sins of Agile: Greed

Uncover the hidden dangers of greed in agile! 🚫📈 Join Martin Hinshelwood as he reveals how this sin can derail teams and hinder productivity.
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Evolution not Transformation: This is the Inevitability of change

Discover why true agility is an evolution, not a transformation. Embrace continuous change to thrive in today’s fast-paced business landscape.
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Addressing Systemic Issues in Agile Organizations

Unlock the secrets to startup success! Discover how agile techniques can transform your business and boost team performance in this must-watch video.
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Say-Do Metrics: Avoiding Agile Banditry in Your Organization

Uncover the truth behind say-do metrics in Agile! Join Martin as he reveals pitfalls and shares insights for genuine outcomes. 🚀📊 #Agile #Transparency
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Avoiding the Seven Deadly Sins of Agile: Transform Your Organisation for True Agility

Uncover the “Seven Deadly Sins of Agile” that hinder transformation. Learn how to foster true agility and drive meaningful change in your organisation.
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Why does Agile focus on values and principles rather than a prescribed set of steps?

Discover why Agile prioritises values and principles over rigid steps, enabling teams to navigate complexity and uncertainty effectively.
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What are the top 3 things a Scrum Master needs to bear in mind when adopting the coaching stance?

Discover the top 2 essentials for Scrum Masters in coaching agile teams: the art of listening and the power of credibility. Elevate your coaching game! 🎧🤝
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Why are recessions a great time for organizations to evaluate the opportunity of agile?

Discover why recessions spark a shift towards agile methodologies, enabling organisations to adapt and thrive in turbulent times. Join Martin Hinshelwood!
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Empowering Your Team: Why Quick Fixes in Agile and DevOps Are a Myth

Discover why quick fixes in Agile and DevOps fail. Learn how to empower your team for sustainable change and embrace the journey of continuous improvement.
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How to Be an Effective Agile Coach: Agnosticism in Practice

Discover the second essential achievement for aspiring #AgileCoaches with Martin Hinshelwood. Elevate your skills and empower teams to thrive!
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Empowering Agile Teams: Why Understanding Product Vision is Key to Success

Unlock your team’s potential by ensuring they grasp the product vision and strategic goals. Discover practical steps to foster alignment and agility!
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Ditching Agile Banditry: Why Story Points and Velocity Metrics Are Undermining Your Team's Success

Ditch the agile banditry! Discover how to replace story points and velocity with objective metrics that empower teams and enhance collaboration.
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7 harbingers of the Agile apocalypse - Judgement

Unlock the essence of Agile! 🚀 Join Martin as he explores core principles, pitfalls of prescriptive methods, and what truly motivates today’s workforce.
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Redefining Agile’s Core: Beyond Rituals and Procedures

Discover the true essence of Agile with Ken Schwaber! Learn how to innovate software development beyond rituals for better results. 🌟
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Ditch the Agile Bandit Mentality: How to Prioritise Value Over Estimates for Team Success

Break free from the “Agile Bandit” mentality! Discover how to prioritise value over estimates and foster a culture of psychological safety in your team.
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The Importance of Patience and Trust in Building Agile Organizations

Unlock Agile success with patience! Discover how this vital virtue builds trust, navigates setbacks, and fosters a non-blame culture. Watch now! 🌟
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The Power of Community: Becoming an Awesome Agile Coach

Discover the fourth essential achievement for aspiring #AgileCoaches with Martin Hinshelwood. Elevate your skills and empower teams to thrive!
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Transforming Agile: How to Shift from Blame to Systemic Solutions for Better Team Dynamics

Discover how to transform your agile environment by addressing systemic issues rather than individual behaviours. Learn to foster adaptability and innovation today!
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Unlocking the Power of Immersive Learning in Agile

Discover 5 reasons why immersive learning transforms Scrum training for students! Join us for insights that inspire and elevate your Agile journey. #Scrum #Agile
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Empowering Agile Teams: The Critical Role of User Feedback in Requirement Changes

Unlock your team’s potential! Discover how to empower agile responses to user feedback and enhance your organisation’s adaptability in this insightful video.
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The Power of Humility in Agile: A Core Virtue for Success

Discover how humility drives success in Agile! Uncover its role in collaboration, trust, and decision-making. Watch now for transformative insights! 🌟
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What more needs to happen before traditional organisations consider Agile?

Discover why traditional organisations hesitate to adopt Agile in a complex world. Join Martin Hinshelwood for insights on evolving project management.
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How is agile product development different to waterfall project management?

Discover how agile product development contrasts with traditional waterfall project management in complex environments. Learn to adapt and thrive!
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The Pitfalls of Agile Burndowns: Stop Being Agile Bandits

Discover the 4th kind of Agile bandit with Martin Hinshelwood! Uncover insights on burndown charts and enhance your Agile journey. #Agile #Scrum #Shorts
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Ditching the Myth of Special Sprints: Embrace True Agile Practices for Usable Products

Ditch the myth of special Sprints! Discover how to enhance your Agile practices by focusing on delivering quality products without safety nets.
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Introduction to Agility’s Ghosts: Shedding Dogma and Embracing Pragmatism

Uncover the truth about agile certifications! Join Martin as he challenges perceptions and reveals their impact on learning and growth in the agile world.
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Empathy in Agile: Building Trust and Stronger Relationships for Success

Discover how empathy and respect can transform your agile practices. Learn to build trust within teams, with leadership, and towards customers for lasting success.
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The Power of Kindness in Agile: A Core Virtue for Success

Discover how kindness transforms Agile! Explore empathy’s role in boosting customer satisfaction and employee engagement for organisational success. 🌟
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Temperance in Agile: Why Less is More

Master the art of balance in Agile with our video on Temperance! Discover how moderation maximises efficiency and elevates your Agile practices. 🌟
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Overcoming the Plague of Rigidity: Embracing True Agility in Your Team

Break free from the plague of rigidity in Agile! Discover how to foster innovation and adaptability within your team for true agility.
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Quotes: Less is More. True or False?

Explore the truth behind “Less is More” with Martin Hinshelwood’s insights on #agile. Discover how simplicity can drive team success! #shorts #scrum
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Unlocking the True Power of Agile: Embracing Change and Collaboration for Team Success

Discover the essence of Agile and Scrum! Learn how collaboration, adaptability, and value delivery can transform your team’s success. Join the journey!
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From Control to Collaboration: How Project Managers Can Embrace Agility and Thrive

Unlock the secrets to agile project management! Discover how to shift your mindset, embrace uncertainty, and empower your team for success.
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Why Agile Success Lies in Principles, Not Tools: A Shift in Focus

Shift your focus from tools to the core principles of Agile. Discover how embracing these fundamentals can enhance decision-making and foster innovation.
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Risk Mitigation: Agile Usable Products vs Documentation in Traditional Project Management

Explore how Agile’s focus on usable products enhances risk mitigation compared to traditional documentation methods in project management. Adapt and thrive!
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Bruce Lee on Scrum and Agile

Explore Bruce Lee’s philosophy on Scrum and Agile, emphasizing simplicity and adaptability to enhance your organization’s processes and customer satisfaction.
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The Power of Immersive Learning in Agile Training

Discover the top 5 reasons why immersive learning transforms Scrum training for students! Dive into the experience in this engaging short video. #Scrum #Agile
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From Unused Gym Memberships to Agile Implementation The Parallels of Misapplied Investments

Explore the parallels between unused gym memberships and agile implementation. Discover how commitment and consistent effort drive true transformation in both realms.
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Navigating the Judgment Trap: How to Foster a Healthy Agile Environment

Discover how to break free from the “judgment trap” in Agile. Learn to foster collaboration, innovation, and a healthier team environment today!
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Why is Satya Nadella a better example of agile leadership than Steve Jobs?

Discover why Satya Nadella exemplifies agile leadership better than Steve Jobs, as Martin Hinshelwood explores vision and teamwork in this insightful video.
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Navigating Complexity: Why Agile Practices Are Essential for Modern Product Development

Discover how Agile practices can transform your product development in a complex world. Learn to adapt, mitigate risks, and deliver value incrementally.
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Bridging the Gap: How to Align Your Organisation for Successful Agile Product Management

Transform your product management approach! Discover how to align teams, embrace agile, and maximise value delivery in software development.
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7 harbingers of the Agile apocalypse- War

Explore how internal ‘wars’ in organisations mirror Norse Ragnarök, revealing paths to innovation or downfall. Join Martin to navigate these conflicts! 🛡️⚔️
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Breaking the Silence: How to Combat Communication Gaps in Agile Teams

Discover the hidden dangers of silence in Agile teams and learn effective strategies to foster open communication for better collaboration and value delivery.
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7 Harbingers of the Agile apocalypse - Silence

Uncover the silence in agile teams! Join Martin as he explores stakeholder engagement and communication strategies for effective Sprint reviews. 🗣️🤝
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7 Harbingers of the Agile Apocalypse - Plague

Explore the parallels between ancient myths and today’s agile challenges as Martin tackles the plague of incompetent coaches. Join the journey! 🌬️🐒
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7 deadly sins of Agile: Wrath

Explore the impact of wrath in agile teams! Discover how blame deflection and lack of accountability disrupt productivity. Watch now! 🚀📊
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Beyond the Rituals: Embracing the Core Principles of Scrum for True Agile Success

Discover the true essence of Scrum by focusing on its core principles—empiricism, transparency, and value delivery. Transform your agile practices today!
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How do you think Agile is evolving since its inception in 2001?

Discover the evolution of Agile since 2001, its challenges, and the future of work in dynamic environments. Join Martin on this insightful journey! 🌐🚀
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Unlocking Organisational Agility: How to Empower Your Team for Rapid Market Response

Unlock your business’s potential with organisational agility! Discover how to empower teams, streamline communication, and respond swiftly to market changes.
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If you could teach just one thing about Scrum, what would it be?

Unlock Scrum’s true potential! Discover how empiricism and complexity empower teams and drive success in this insightful video. #Scrum #Agile
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Unlocking Organisational Value: The Transformative Power of Engagement in Agile Teams

Unlock your team’s potential! Discover how decentralisation and engagement can transform your organisation, driving innovation and value creation.
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Best Scrum advice you ever received?

Unlock Scrum’s true potential! Embrace flexibility over dogma with expert insights from Martin. Discover adaptive practices for effective project management. 🚀
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What would be an example of a great agile consulting outcome for a client?

Discover how agile consulting can transform complex challenges into valuable outcomes, enhancing business agility and driving success in your organisation.
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Transform Your Product Development: Unleash the Power of Experimentation and Collaboration

Unlock your product development potential! Discover strategies to enhance user value, reduce waste, and foster collaboration in our transformative PPDV course.
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Avoiding Agile Banditry: Why Story Points and Velocity Are Misleading Metrics

Discover how to escape the story point trap in Agile! Join Martin as he reveals better metrics for success and transforms your team’s value delivery. 🚀🌟
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The Ghosts of Agile Past: Why Burndown Charts Might Be Holding You Back

Uncover the truth behind burndown charts in Agile! Join Martin from NKDAgility as he debunks myths and explores better alternatives. 📊💡
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What is Taylorism, and why Waterfall is just the tip of the iceberg!

Explore the roots of Taylorism and its impact on modern project management. Discover why traditional methods may hinder innovation and employee engagement.
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There’s No Such Thing as an Agile Transformation: Why You Should Focus on the System, Not the Culture

Uncover the truth about Agile and culture transformation with Michael Sahota. Discover why changing culture is more complex than it seems!
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Story Points: A Ghost of Agile Past

Uncover the hidden challenges of story points in Agile! Join Martin as he explores their pitfalls and advocates for a value-driven approach. 👻🚀 #AgileChallenges
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Breaking the Silence: How to Combat the Hidden Dangers in Agile Teams

Silence in Agile can spell disaster. Discover how to break the silence, foster communication, and enhance team trust for better value delivery.
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7 Harbingers of the Agile apocalypse - Organizational Structure

Uncover the “Antichrist of Agile” as Martin Hinshelwood explores how traditional structures hinder agility and the path to self-organisation. 🔄🚫
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Does 'starting with why' - Simon Sinek - really matter?

Explore the essence of motivation beyond money! Discover how ‘starting with why’ fuels intrinsic drive and purpose in the workplace.
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7 deadly sins of Agile: Lust

Discover why ’lust’ for quick agile solutions can hinder transformation. Learn to tailor agile practices to your unique needs! 🚀🔄 #Agile #Transformation
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Harnessing the Power of Empiricism: Transform Your Decision-Making with Data-Driven Insights

Unlock the power of empiricism! Discover how data-driven decisions can transform your agile approach and foster continuous improvement in your work.
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Unmasking Agile: How to Spot Genuine Practices Amidst the Myths

Discover the truth behind agile practices! Uncover why most teams struggle with genuine agility and learn how to foster a culture of innovation and responsiveness.
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There is no place like production

Discover why real user feedback in production is essential for delivering value. Learn to validate assumptions and enhance product success effectively.
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Unlocking Naked Agility: How Happy Teams Drive Exceptional Products

Unlock the secret to exceptional products by fostering happy, engaged teams. Discover how autonomy, mastery, and purpose drive success in your organisation!
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Breaking Free from the Plagues of Agility: How to Cultivate Flexibility and Innovation in Your Team

Break free from the plagues of agility! Discover how to foster flexibility, boost team morale, and embrace change for true Agile success.
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Unlocking Success: How Small Experiments Transformed Feature Delivery from 25 to 150 in Software Development

Discover how embracing smaller features and a culture of experimentation can transform your software development process, boosting delivery from 25 to 150 features annually!
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From Developer to Agile Advocate: How My Journey Unveiled the Power of Scrum and DevOps

Discover how my journey from developer to Agile advocate transformed my approach to project management. Explore the liberating power of Agile and Scrum!
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Scaling Smart: How to Build Sustainable Growth Without the Chaos

Discover how to scale your organisation smartly and sustainably. Learn the key principles of NE agility for delivering real value without the chaos.
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Embrace Kaizen: Unlocking Continuous Improvement for Personal and Team Success

Unlock the power of Kaizen! Discover how continuous improvement can transform your work and personal life with small, impactful changes. Embrace growth today!
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The 7 Deadly Sins of Agile: A Grecian Odyssey through Modern Software Development

Explore the 7 Deadly Sins of Agile through ancient Greek wisdom. Learn to navigate modern software challenges and foster a culture of growth and collaboration.
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Kalabule or a Professional at Agile in Africa

Explore the call for professionalism in Africa’s software industry. Join Martin Hinshelwood as he challenges the ‘kalabule’ mindset and promotes agile values.
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How big is the gap between an average developer and a great Agile Developer?

Unlock the secrets to becoming a great agile developer! Discover the power of self-investment, practice, and continuous learning. 📚💡✨
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Stop normalizing unprofessional behaviour in the name of agility

Discover why unprofessional behavior undermines agility in Scrum. Learn to uphold professionalism for true agile success and better team dynamics.
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Naked ALM: starting with why and getting naked

Discover the essence of Application Lifecycle Management with Martin Hinshelwood. Learn to improve software delivery by starting with ‘why’ and embracing agility.
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What is the most interesting outcome you have achieved as an agile consultant?

Discover the fascinating outcomes of agile consulting with Martin Hinshelwood as he shares insights on navigating complexity in project management.
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7 Harbingers of the Agile Apocalypse - Famine

Explore how resource scarcity in organisations mirrors the Aztec’s Fourth Sun, Nahui-Atl. Discover insights and solutions to combat organisational famine! 🌍💼
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What is the one thing that no Agile team can survive?

Discover how contempt for leadership can cripple agile teams. Learn to foster a positive culture and boost productivity in this insightful video!
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Rethinking Sprint Planning: Why Burndown Charts Are Agile Banditry and What to Do Instead

Rethink your Sprint planning! Discover why burndown charts may hinder progress and learn to embrace a flexible, just-in-time approach for agile success.
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Navigating the Agile Apocalypse: How to Combat Judgment and Foster Team Growth

Discover how judgment in Agile can hinder team dynamics and innovation. Learn strategies to foster a supportive culture and enhance collaboration.
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What is DevOps and how is it different to Agile?

Discover the key differences between DevOps and Agile in this insightful video with Martin Hinshelwood. Elevate your software delivery today!
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Quotes: "I estimate that 75% of those organisations using Scrum will not succeed in getting the benefits that they hope for from it." - Ken Schwaber

Discover why 75% of organisations struggle with Scrum success, as Martin Hinshelwood unpacks Ken Schwaber’s insights in this engaging short video! #Scrum #Agile
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Unlocking Agile Consulting: Transform Your Organisation with Diverse Strategies and Continuous Learning

Unlock the secrets of Agile Consulting! Discover diverse strategies, empower your team, and maximise value in your organisation. Join the journey today!
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Worst agile advice you've ever heard?

Discover the worst agile advice ever! Join Martin Hinshelwood as he highlights the pitfalls of focusing on agile mechanics over core values. #agile #scrum #shorts
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Agile leader versus traditional manager

Discover the key differences between an agile leader and a traditional manager in this insightful short video by Martin Hinshelwood. #Agile #Leadership
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Navigating Client Needs: How Agile Consultants Can Uncover True Value Beyond Initial Requests

Unlock the secrets to effective agile consulting! Discover how to guide clients towards true value and sustainable growth in your projects.
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Rethinking Software Estimation: Embrace Probabilistic Forecasting for Agile Success

Unlock the secrets of effective software project management! Discover how probabilistic forecasting can replace traditional estimation for better outcomes.
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Before You Call Yourself an Agile Coach: The Importance of Real Experience

Discover the first of 5 essential achievements to become an #AgileCoach with Martin Hinshelwood. Elevate your coaching journey today! #shorts #agile
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Embracing Chastity in Agile: Why Taking Your Time is Key to True Transformation

Discover the overlooked virtue of chastity in agility. Learn how to implement changes thoughtfully for true organisational transformation.
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The Power of Charity in Agile: How Helping Others Elevates Teams and Organizations

Discover how the virtue of charity can transform your Agile approach, fostering team success and community support. Watch now for powerful insights! 🌟
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The Importance of Evaluating Direction: Are You Heading the Right Way?

Evaluate your project’s direction! 🧭 Discover how to make informed choices and adapt in a changing world. Join us for insights and guidance! 💡
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What are some big red flags when hiring an agile consultant?

Discover key red flags to watch for when hiring an agile consultant to ensure a successful transformation from traditional project management.

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