Story Point Abuse: Stop It!The Agile Compass Matthias Orgler Story Point Abuse: Stop It! Are you ready to put an end to the chaos of story point abuse that’s wreaking havoc on your agile team? Hello Reader, let's talk story point estimations today – and it's common abuses. But before we start, here are some related articles you might have missed: Unlock agile velocity The truth about user stories Mastering deadlines with agile methods Story Point Abuse: Stop It! Alright, we need to talk about something that’s been…Read more
Slow Down to Speed Up: Why Observation is the Secret Weapon of Successful Agile CoachingThe Agile Compass Matthias Orgler Slow Down to Speed Up: Why Observation is the Secret Weapon of Successful Agile Coaching Rushing into change can feel like progress, but what if it’s actually setting you up for failure? Discover why the most effective agile coaches know that slowing down, observing, and understanding are the keys to driving meaningful, lasting transformation. Hello Reader, last week we talked about velocity. In the past we covered many other agile concepts from XP and Scrum:…Read more
Master Velocity: Your Secret to Sustainable Agile Success (and Common Pitfalls to Avoid!)The Agile Compass Matthias Orgler Understanding and Mastering Agile Velocity Curious about how to use velocity to boost your team’s delivery without burning them out? Dive into this guide to discover how velocity can be your secret weapon for sustainable, predictable progress in agile—while avoiding the common pitfalls that trip up even seasoned pros! Hello Reader, in the last three weeks we went through various agile topics: How to motivate people The Boss-Worker Game (for premium…Read more
Don’t Manage Dependencies – Eliminate Them!The Agile Compass Matthias Orgler Don’t Manage Dependencies – Eliminate Them! When it comes to dependencies, most teams and managers immediately ask, “How do we manage these dependencies?” But are we asking the right question? Hello Reader, last week was about the Wright brothers and how aiming impossibly high can actually be a great leadership technique. Today I want to talk about a topic most of us are faced with daily: Dependencies. Thank you for reading the free edition of The Agile…Read more
The Agile Compass Matthias Orgler Story Point Abuse: Stop It! Are you ready to put an end to the chaos of story point abuse that’s wreaking havoc on your agile team? Hello Reader, let's talk story point estimations today – and it's common abuses. But before we start, here are some related articles you might have missed: Unlock agile velocity The truth about user stories Mastering deadlines with agile methods Story Point Abuse: Stop It! Alright, we need to talk about something that’s been…Read more
The Agile Compass Matthias Orgler Slow Down to Speed Up: Why Observation is the Secret Weapon of Successful Agile Coaching Rushing into change can feel like progress, but what if it’s actually setting you up for failure? Discover why the most effective agile coaches know that slowing down, observing, and understanding are the keys to driving meaningful, lasting transformation. Hello Reader, last week we talked about velocity. In the past we covered many other agile concepts from XP and Scrum:…Read more
The Agile Compass Matthias Orgler Understanding and Mastering Agile Velocity Curious about how to use velocity to boost your team’s delivery without burning them out? Dive into this guide to discover how velocity can be your secret weapon for sustainable, predictable progress in agile—while avoiding the common pitfalls that trip up even seasoned pros! Hello Reader, in the last three weeks we went through various agile topics: How to motivate people The Boss-Worker Game (for premium…Read more
Discover how user stories improve communication, focus on user needs, and boost agile team success with practical insights & actionable tips.Read more
Discover how the Boss-Worker Game can help agile coaches and leaders empower their teams and transform leadership styles. This hands-on activity vividRead more
We’ve all been there: Trying to figure out what really gets people moving, what truly makes them tick. And if you’re like most people, you might thinkRead more
Ever thought that a marshmallow could teach you a thing or two about building effective teams?Read more
This article isn’t about Tesla. It’s about leadership, innovation, and why too many managers fail to grasp the essence of how innovation really works.Read more
Agile coaches often face the challenge of nurturing trust and openness within teams. The Personal History Exercise, as presented by Patrick Lencioni Read more
The Agile Compass Matthias Orgler Don’t Manage Dependencies – Eliminate Them! When it comes to dependencies, most teams and managers immediately ask, “How do we manage these dependencies?” But are we asking the right question? Hello Reader, last week was about the Wright brothers and how aiming impossibly high can actually be a great leadership technique. Today I want to talk about a topic most of us are faced with daily: Dependencies. Thank you for reading the free edition of The Agile…Read more
