Navigating the Sin of Sloth in Agile
Sloth, one of the seven deadly sins of Agile, can manifest in various ways across teams, organisations, and leadership. In this video, Martin 🎥 delves deep into the pitfalls of not genuinely committing to Agile principles, even when we claim to be following them.
From failing to deliver a working product at the end of a Sprint to having convoluted deployment processes, Martin highlights the common indicators of Sloth in Agile practices. 🚫🐌 He emphasises the importance of honesty and transparency, urging teams to be upfront about their capabilities within the Agile framework.
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In this insightful discussion, Martin also touches upon the challenges faced by organisations that are mandated to adopt Agile for products that might not be suited for it. Whether it’s traditional development methods or complex underlying systems, it’s crucial to genuinely align actions with Agile values. 🔄📈
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Key Takeaways:
00:00:05 Introduction to the Seven Deadly Sins of Agile 00:00:30 Common Signs of Sloth in Agile Practices 00:01:00 Discrepancies in Agile Implementation 00:01:29 The Need for Honesty and Transparency in Agile
7 Deadly Sins of Agile Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQEC_R53iJWOFJcaaeEVVIO1o-9Lik2TQ&si=qDLDIwYFnG6OQGmS
For those struggling to implement Agile principles or align their actions with its values, NKDAgility is here to help! Dive into the video to learn more and avoid the pitfalls of Sloth in your Agile journey. 🚀
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