What if your work meetings could be super productive and you could lead your team to new heights with the power of emotional intelligence? Get ready to explore these possibilities with our distinguished guest, Fred Deichler, an Agile coach and regular conference speaker. Immerse yourself in a thrilling exploration of the Agile Coaching Growth Wheel, a powerful tool for professionals navigating their Agile journey. Fred shares his personal experience of overcoming language barriers, and how it contributed to his personal and professional growth.Emotional intelligence and facilitation play a crucial role in Agile coaching, and Fred dives into how you can harness these skills to enhance team dynamics and facilitate more effective meetings. Through shared experiences and anecdotes, Fred unveils key competencies that every Agilist must master and how to read cues from team members for successful coaching. Let's venture into this insightful discussion on balancing personal goals with career investments and how to imbue courage into your everyday work practices.As we wind up the episode, prepare to get valuable insights into the Agile Coaching Growth Wheel, its various levels and competencies. Fred imparts wisdom on being an effective leader, spreading knowledge without coming across elitist, and the delicate art of knowing when to use specific teaching techniques. Whether you're a certified Scrum Master or new to Agile, you'll find this episode filled to the brim with practical advice and insightful lessons. Don't miss this opportunity to supercharge your Agile journey!Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. https://twitter.com/theagilewithinhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-within/?viewAsMember=true

Have you ever questioned the crucial role your inner child plays in team dynamics or how understanding your personality type can enhance your relationships? Our esteemed guest, Clarissa Burt, a luminary in personal growth and development, sheds light on these intriguing aspects and guides us on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Together, we unpick the importance of fostering healthy self-esteem, accepting mistakes as invaluable learning experiences, and the power of continuous personal development.Ever grappled with the concept of setting healthy boundaries in your personal and professional relationships? Clarissa impressively blends courage, self-esteem, and emotional management into a remarkable formula for developing meaningful connections. She shares enlightening insights on protecting oneself from toxic relationships, understanding generational trauma, and the necessity of emotional intelligence. With her guidance, we also explore the distortive impact of social media on our perception of reality and mental health, and how embracing failure can be a stepping stone towards success.Lastly, we explore the power of values and self-reflection in personal growth. Clarissa shares the importance of a strong value system as a life blueprint and the transformative potential of mirror therapy. We delve into how courage, self-esteem, and the acceptance of mistakes are key ingredients in setting healthy boundaries and fostering personal growth. This episode is not just a listening experience, it's a call to embrace the Agile Within. So, prepare to be challenged, inspired, and motivated to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. https://twitter.com/theagilewithinhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-within/?viewAsMember=true

Promise a fresh take on Agile training in our latest podcast episode. Join us as we engage with Mike Lyons from Kairise, a company that's transforming the traditional Agile training landscape with their self-paced, cost-effective solutions. Discover how you can gain a firm grasp of Agile methodologies without the usual time and financial constraints of a two-day introductory course.Agile coaches are the unsung heroes of the tech industry, and in our discussion with Mike, we challenge the notion of these coaches as mere overhead costs. Listen to Mike as he passionately argues their significant contribution to top line revenues and bottom-line reduction. Prepare to have your perspective shifted as we also evaluate how intelligent automation might be harnessed to achieve similar outcomes. In the final part of our discussion, we dissect the roles and responsibilities of an Agile Coach. We underline the importance of delivering superior quality products in less time and the necessity of understanding the business side of things. Learn how to effectively "speak the language of money" with Mike as we also highlight the advantages of asynchronous training and other resources for aspiring Agile coaches. This episode is a goldmine of insights into the world of Agile, its practice, and its impact, so plug in those earphones and tune in now!About Mike:🏭 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐞 𝐝𝐨 & 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐖𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 👩👨From the front lines, I have seen agile transformations fail because it takes too long to scale foundational training. It’s time to learn in a new way...in the flow of work. At KaiRise, we help leaders, and their teams get certified in Agile Foundations - Just-in-Time - when it is needed. And we do it✅ at your pace, ✅ on your schedule, ✅ and from the comfort of any deviceAnd if you don't like it, we’ll give you your money back.𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐞𝐭?👉 An industry recognized Agile Certification: The ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP)👉 And if you’re like most of our clients ~10+ hours / week recovered from your schedule……by putting the learnings into practice. 💡𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬A lean Agile mindset changes your worldview. You begin to see waste in the system everywhere you look. The foundations of Agility are critical and learning the concepts just-in-time makes it stick.Agility will help you✅ Make and meet your commitments✅ Focus your decision-making ability✅ Adapt quickly to change without significant overhead or friction✅ See solutions where before there was chaosHere is a link to our site: https://www.kairise.com/We would like to offer The Agile Within listeners 25% off our Agile Foundations offering - https://www.kairise.com/courses/agile-foundationsUse this code (2023kairisefans) and we will take 25% off the street price.About our Sponsor:Don't miss Scrum Day, scheduled for Sep 14, 2023, in Madison, WI, at the Alliant Energy Center. Morning keynote using Liberating Structures by Keith McCandless followed by break-out rooms including speakers from Stanford University and the authors of "Fixing your Scrum".  Afternoon keynote by Dave West, CEO of Scrum.org. Scrum is a team sport, so bring your team and get your tickets at www.ScrumDay.org. Hosted by Rebel Scrum.  Find the training you've been looking for at www.RebelScrum.site.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. https://twitter.com/theagilewithinhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-within/?viewAsMember=true

Ready to unravel the mysteries of your mind and how it perceives change? Join us with brilliant change agent and entrepreneur, Pia Wendelbo, as we traverse the terrain of the dual process theory, illuminating the dual ways our brains process decisions. Pia takes us on her recent personal journey, moving to Spain's warmth, and shares how this significant change has shaped her perspectives. As we journey further, we explore the importance of cultivating a secure setting for change within teams. Here, we spotlight trust-building, fostering a learning culture, and the crucial role of competent team members to guide the learning process. We take a detour into the realm of self-reflection and the necessity of understanding our resistance to change. We conclude our journey with an insightful discussion on finding commonality and fostering a safe learning environment. This episode is a must-listen for Agile practitioners, Scrum Masters, and anyone looking to understand the complexities of change better.https://www.linkedin.com/in/digital-change-agent/https://www.scandinavianchangeagents.com/About Pia:As a Change Agent and entrepreneur, I help companies and individuals navigate the digital disruption with the aim of growing and transforming successfully.With over 20 years of experience in strategy, innovation, product development, process optimization, and organizational change, I can assist you in setting the right framework for a successful digital transformation that focuses on both business and customer needs.I believe that empathy is essential in supporting organizations through digital transformation. I can help you understand the human side of the changes you're going through.My approach involves utilizing behavioral design and neuro-science to ensure that your organization is prepared to take on the necessary changes. I specialize in creating a safe space for learning and growth while we transform and believe that successful change happens when each employee transforms successfully.If you're ready to make a change, book a 30-minute session with Pia or call her at +34722383193 or +45 61209500.https://calendly.com/talkaboutchangeAbout our Sponsor:Don't miss Scrum Day, scheduled for Sep 14, 2023, in Madison, WI, at the Alliant Energy Center. Morning keynote using Liberating Structures by Keith McCandless followed by break-out rooms including speakers from Stanford University and the authors of "Fixing your Scrum".  Afternoon keynote by Dave West, CEO of Scrum.org. Scrum is a team sport, so bring your team and get your tickets at www.ScrumDay.org. Hosted by Rebel Scrum.  Find the training you've been looking for at www.RebelScrum.site.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. https://twitter.com/theagilewithinhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-within/?viewAsMember=true

Join us as we step into the world of transformational leadership, with Dr. Karuna Ramanathan, our esteemed guest for the episode, who has a rich history as a naval warship captain, leadership transformation architect, and globally certified coach. Brace yourself for a riveting conversation about the dynamic role executives play in leading change within organizations. Dr. Karuna's deep wisdom and our personal journeys make for an intriguing exchange of ideas and experiences.Intricacies of control within organizations and the challenges of shifting gears from execution to strategy are up for discussion. We dissect Dr. Karuna's unique 251 technique, a potent tool for leaders and managers, helping them to share their stories and experiences, fostering confident and adaptive team leadership. We also delve into the realm of natural, though often muted, emotions, setting the stage for an enlightening discourse on the power of storytelling in leadership.As we near the end, we navigate the choppy waters of change, where Dr. Karuna generously shares his expertise in aiding middle managers metamorphose into confident, adaptive team leaders. He emphasizes the significance of understanding the fear of change, the power of incremental steps, and the art of leading with respect and empathy. If you are keen to understand how openness, transparency, and a well-orchestrated path to change can create a seismic shift in leading an organization through change, this episode is a must-listen.https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karuna-ramanathan-885b52a/About Dr. Karuna:Karuna Ramanathan is a transformational leadership expert with nearly three decades of experience in supporting senior leaders and organizations through difficult transformations. He is a former naval warship captain who went on to lead and architect leadership transformation and systems-level change in the Center for Leadership Development. Karuna is currently the Principal Consultant for KR Konsulting, bringing with him deep experience gained from designing and facilitating more than 2500 sessions. He is a Marshall Goldsmith Global Certified Coach, Global Coach Group Certified Leadership Coach, and a trained Erikson Executive Coach.Karuna is an expert in large system change programs, co-creation and collaboration techniques, organizational storytelling and narratives, and tacit knowledge elicitation/transfer methods. He has more than 2000 paid coaching hours with senior leaders and nearly 1000 pro-bono coaching hours, helping leaders grow. Karuna's book, "Navigating The Seas of Change," published in 2020, is a leadership primer for change leaders.Karuna has been featured as “Top 10 Organisation Development Consultants 2023” by the Asia Business Outlook and nominated by the CEO Insights ASIA, a business magazine, as one of “Asian Leaders & Achievers-2023”. About our Sponsor:Don't miss Scrum Day, scheduled for Sep 14, 2023, in Madison, WI, at the Alliant Energy Center. Morning keynote using Liberating Structures by Keith McCandless followed by break-out rooms including speakers from Stanford University and the authors of "Fixing your Scrum".  Afternoon keynote by Dave West, CEO of Scrum.org. Scrum is a team sport, so bring your team and get your tickets at www.ScrumDay.org. Hosted by Rebel Scrum.  Find the training you've been looking for at www.RebelScrum.site.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. https://twitter.com/theagilewithinhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-within/?viewAsMember=true

Can you imagine transforming the stifling patterns of your daily interactions into liberating dialogues? Join us as we unravel the complexities of interpersonal dynamics with psychologist, speaker, and author Dr. Carrie Johansson. Dr. Carrie enlightens us about the drama triangle, characterized by the roles of bully, rescuer, and victim, and how this stifling pattern plays out in our everyday conversations. She then introduces the liberating counterpart - the winners triangle, which offers a path to acceptance and commitment therapy.We also touch on the critical aspect of psychological flexibility as we explore the integration of social skills in agile frameworks. Transitioning from traditional communication models to collaborative ones can be a hurdle, but with Dr. Carrie's insightful perspectives, we delve into the behavioral side of agility. We also discuss the edge cases of the drama triangle, where trust plays a vital role in transitioning from one triangle to the other.In the final segment of our enlightening discussion, we delve into the process of shifting fixed characteristics into practicable tendencies. Using hand-eye coordination as an analogy, we tackle the concept of improvement through practice. Dr. Carrie sheds light on overcoming psychological rigidity, loss aversion, and resistance to change encountered when transitioning from traditional frameworks to agile ones. The power of the 'rule of five' is also discussed as a tool to expand options and flexibility. We wrap up with a sneak peek into Dr. Carrie’s book, ‘Self-Help on the Go’, a practical guide to navigate life's tricky moments. Join us on this journey to unlock your psychological flexibility and harness the power of choice.https://www.selfhelponthego.com/home-6070https://www.linkedin.com/in/selfhelponthego/https://www.amazon.com/Self-Help-Go-Because-Broken-Sometimes/dp/1952233860/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31XLCI8267I44&keywords=carrie+johansson&qid=1690057263&sprefix=carrie+johnson%2Caps%2C136&sr=8-1Don't miss Scrum Day, scheduled for Sep 14, 2023, in Madison, WI, at the Alliant Energy Center. Morning keynote using Liberating Structures by Keith McCandless followed by break-out rooms including speakers from Stanford University and the authors of "Fixing your Scrum".  Afternoon keynote by Dave West, CEO of Scrum.org. Scrum is a team sport, so bring your team and get your tickets at www.ScrumDay.org. Hosted by Rebel Scrum.  Find the training you've been looking for at www.RebelScrum.site.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. https://twitter.com/theagilewithinhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-within/?viewAsMember=true

Ever found yourself trapped in the waterfall of traditional team dynamics, yearning for the agility of mountain goats? Dr. Carrie Johansson, a seasoned psychologist, guides us on a transformative hike from these rigid systems to the peak of adaptability. Drawing from her own experiences trekking through the Appalachian and Rocky Mountains, she opens up about the pivotal role of psychological flexibility in making this transition. Be ready for an insightful journey into the mindscape of your team, where the terrain changes from predictable to agile.Open your minds as we dissect the psychological flexibility formula and the wonders it can achieve. With Dr. Carrie, we explore the importance of being grounded in the present, critically assessing our situation, and making the optimal next move. This isn't just about making a leap; it's about understanding the ledge you're standing on. We delve into the depths of clear communication, unmasking its potential to navigate tricky talks and foster healthy team dynamics. And that's not all. Dr. Carrie takes us on a tour of our own brains - explaining the roles of the prefrontal cortex, the mammal brain, and the back brain, and their collective power in helping us reach our full potential. We delve into metacognition and how understanding our thought processes can lead to better decision-making. We also tackle the challenges of agile implementation, moving beyond the victim mentality, and creating a psychologically safe environment. So, pack your gear and tune in as we unravel the path to psychological agility with Dr. Carrie Johansson.https://www.selfhelponthego.com/home-6070https://www.linkedin.com/in/selfhelponthego/https://www.amazon.com/Self-Help-Go-Because-Broken-Sometimes/dp/1952233860/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31XLCI8267I44&keywords=carrie+johansson&qid=1690057263&sprefix=carrie+johnson%2Caps%2C136&sr=8-1Don't miss Scrum Day, scheduled for Sep 14, 2023, in Madison, WI, at the Alliant Energy Center. Morning keynote using Liberating Structures by Keith McCandless followed by break-out rooms including speakers from Stanford University and the authors of "Fixing your Scrum".  Afternoon keynote by Dave West, CEO of Scrum.org. Scrum is a team sport, so bring your team and get your tickets at www.ScrumDay.org. Hosted by Rebel Scrum.  Find the training you've been looking for at www.RebelScrum.site.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. https://twitter.com/theagilewithinhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-within/?viewAsMember=true

Ever wonder how to navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship, or how to manage a distributed team across different time zones? Join us for an insightful chat with Sardor Akhmedov, who wears multiple hats as a tech entrepreneur, CRO, managing partner at Jafton.com, and an angel investor at Fathom AI. Sardor's journey from a student to co-owner of a tech business is nothing short of inspiring. He sheds light on his introduction to agile and scrum methodologies, the transition from business development to business operation, and the nitty-gritty of scaling a company. If you're striving for self-awareness and keen understanding of your entrepreneurial strengths and weaknesses, Sardor's experiences are a must-listen. We then pivot our conversation towards the challenges and potential solutions of remote work, a hot topic in today's globalized business environment. Sardor shares his wisdom gained from managing a geographically diverse team, and how he implemented core hours and adopted Time Doctor to track productivity. He underscores the need for transparency between employers and employees, and reveals how relocating his sales team to the US boosted efficiency.As we wrap up, Sardor unveils his strategies for streamlining processes, consolidating software, and motivating his team. He talks about the importance of productizing his business and balancing remote work with personal values. His valuable insights on the importance of building relationships with potential investors and leveraging technology to streamline operations are golden nuggets for anyone running or planning to start their own business. This episode is a deep dive into the challenges of running a business with a significant time zone difference and its impact on operations. Buckle up for an enriching journey with Sardor [email protected]://www.linkedin.com/in/sardor-akhmedov/Don't miss Scrum Day, scheduled for Sep 14, 2023, in Madison, WI, at the Alliant Energy Center. Morning keynote using Liberating Structures by Keith McCandless followed by break-out rooms including speakers from Stanford University and the authors of "Fixing your Scrum".  Afternoon keynote by Dave West, CEO of Scrum.org. Scrum is a team sport, so bring your team and get your tickets at www.ScrumDay.org. Hosted by Rebel Scrum.  Find the training you've been looking for at www.RebelScrum.site.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. https://twitter.com/theagilewithinhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-within/?viewAsMember=true

What if you could navigate the hybrid work trend seamlessly and stand out in today's saturated job market? Join us for a fascinating conversation with Leslie Pomerleau, a national recruiter in the tech space, as she unpacks the rapid shift from fully remote to hybrid work - a change affecting 85-90% of jobs today. Leslie sheds light on the complexities of this transformation, while sharing her unique insights on how to stay productive amidst the unique challenges of remote communication and the struggle to create a personal connection online.In this rapidly evolving job market, remote candidates for hybrid positions need to know how to adapt. Leslie helps us understand this change from an insider's perspective. Together, we unearth the limitations of hybrid work and unravel the implications of hiring a remote candidate for a position that is traditionally office-based. But don't worry, it's not all challenges and obstacles; Leslie also shares practical tips on how to ensure everyone feels included in the team despite their physical location.We round off our insightful conversation with thoughts on the role of branding, engagement, and personal influence in differentiating yourself from the crowd. Leslie offers her expertise on how to present oneself as a high performer in this competitive landscape. We also delve into the exciting world of AI and its impact on roles like scrum masters. Finally, we explore the value of human connection in the workplace and how remote work could be the key to boosting internal happiness. Tune in, you don't want to miss this engaging dialogue with Leslie Pomerleau.If you are looking for a job, or know of someone who is, contact Leslie below:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesliepomerleau/Don't miss Scrum Day, scheduled for Sep 14, 2023, in Madison, WI, at the Alliant Energy Center. Morning keynote using Liberating Structures by Keith McCandless followed by break-out rooms including speakers from Stanford University and the authors of "Fixing your Scrum".  Afternoon keynote by Dave West, CEO of Scrum.org. Scrum is a team sport, so bring your team and get your tickets at www.ScrumDay.org. Hosted by Rebel Scrum.  Find the training you've been looking for at www.RebelScrum.site.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. https://twitter.com/theagilewithinhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-within/?viewAsMember=true

Ever thought about how to turn a potentially disruptive disagreement into a constructive conversation? Well, we've got insights galore from Mark Wavle of Unstuck Agile who's graced us with his wisdom and experiences in the realm of conflict management. Get ready to soak up some real-life instances and practical solutions that you can apply to your day-to-day interactions.We tackle topics ranging from the essence of effective communication to the potency of reflective listening. Mark shares the importance of suspending judgment and understanding the other person's perspective without starting a debate. We take this lesson further by emphasizing empathy as a tool to demonstrate understanding, and the use of 'I' statements to manage conflict. Taking a leaf from Chris Boss's book, Never Split the Difference, we underline the concept of tactical empathy, backing up the idea that understanding and being heard is what everyone seeks.Towards the end, Mark brings his Agile leadership experience into play, providing rich insights relevant to all aspects of life. We delve into creating an environment that favors listening, the implications of using the word "you" in conversations, and the advantages of beginning with low-stakes dialogues. So, brace yourselves for this enlightening episode that transforms conflict into an opportunity for personal and professional growth.Contact Mark Wavle:https://www.unstuckagile.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/wavle/Don't miss Scrum Day, scheduled for Sep 14, 2023, in Madison, WI, at the Alliant Energy Center. Morning keynote using Liberating Structures by Keith McCandless followed by break-out rooms including speakers from Stanford University and the authors of "Fixing your Scrum".  Afternoon keynote by Dave West, CEO of Scrum.org. Scrum is a team sport, so bring your team and get your tickets at www.ScrumDay.org. Hosted by Rebel Scrum.  Find the training you've been looking for at www.RebelScrum.site.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. https://twitter.com/theagilewithinhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-within/?viewAsMember=true