Blog about team health and everything Agile

Whether you're looking to make a complete Agile transformation or simply want to introduce Agile gradually, the fundamental unit remains the same: the team. Different organizations may have different approaches to adopting Agile - some might opt for a sweeping, all-at-once transition, while...

When running workshops or trainings, especially with new teams, it's a great idea to spend a few minutes breaking the ice and helping participants feel at ease. A good icebreaker should be short (10 minutes or less), help connect people, be fun, and easy to execute. It's essential to avoid...

Have you ever come across the term "Definition of Done" in your Agile journey? Many Agile teams encounter this concept, but not all of them adopt it. There could be several reasons for this: not fully grasping its purpose, confusing it with Acceptance Criteria, or simply not having enough time to...

More and more companies are undergoing Agile transformation, hoping to cash in on all the good stuff Agile has to offer: faster time to market, becoming more in tune with what customers want, building better products, and boosting business results. But let's be clear, going full Agile isn't a...

In my last post, I explored the compelling benefits of using story points for Agile work estimation.

While intuitively straightforward, adopting this method does require some initial groundwork. Today, we're going to delve into how to introduce story points estimation to a...

You might have heard about story points, a concept gaining popularity these days in the Agile world. They're becoming an indispensable tool for many teams working on project estimation. But what exactly are story points and how can they benefit your team?

In this post, we'll explore what story...

OKRs - or Objectives and Key Results - are becoming an increasingly common term in the business world, and for a good reason. At their core, OKRs provide a simple yet effective structure for goal-setting that facilitates strategic planning and fosters alignment within an organization.

Think of...

Agile has taken the business world by storm, and it's no wonder why. With its emphasis on customer-centricity, quicker time-to-market, and fostering an environment for innovation, more and more organizations are eagerly hopping on the Agile bandwagon. However, there are times when, despite...

I've always found Agile workshops to be an incredibly effective tool for bringing teams together and addressing complex problems. These workshops can serve as a melting pot of ideas, fostering an environment where design thinking and creativity can flourish. Throughout my career in Agile...

First, let's clarify what Sprint Zero is. For those unfamiliar with the term, Sprint Zero refers to an initial sprint undertaken by a newly-formed team to create the foundational artifacts and kick off their work. A typical Sprint Zero might follow this sequence:

Day 1 - Team kick-off,...

You might be aware that Agile has its roots in Lean, and Lean principles were partially developed at Toyota. Terms like "Kanban" (看板, board), "kaizen" (改善, improvement), and "jidoka" (自動化, automation) come from the Japanese language, along with numerous other Lean concepts originating from Japan,...

So you have decided to hire an Agile coach - for a one-off training, to guide you through Agile transformation or to join your company and help you build your Agile capabilities. It is usually rather clear what are the skills and qualities to look for (Agile expertise, coaching skills, knowledge...