Why your breakthrough ideas die before they ever start – and why the root cause sits in the portfolio layer, not the teams.
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How do I make agile values stick after the workshop?
Many teams leave agile workshops inspired, only to revert to old behaviors days later. This article explains why agile values fade so quickly and shows one effective way to make them stick long after the session.
The Strange Discovery of Intrinsic Motivation – And Why Leaders Still Get It Wrong
How a series of forgotten psychology experiments uncovered intrinsic motivation—and why modern leadership still gets it wrong.
The Velocity Cult
A darkly funny agile fable about what happens when teams chase metrics instead of meaning — and how rewarding A while hoping for B always ends in dashboard glory and product death.
Stop Managing Dependencies. Start Eliminating Them.
Managing dependencies keeps your org stuck in dysfunction—here’s how to eliminate them instead.
Beyond Story Points: A Practical Guide for Grown‑Up Agile Teams
Story points aren’t evil–but they’re often abused. Here’s how to use them wisely, and how to grow beyond them without losing your mind (or your metrics).
How Apollo 13 Proved the Power of Distributed Leadership
Understand the unique leadership style that enabled Apollo 13’s survival. Empowering teams can lead to extraordinary outcomes.
The Surprising Way Daily Stand-Ups Foster Deep Work
Achieve deep work and increase productivity by tackling constant interruptions. Discover how the daily stand-up can help you focus.
Why T-Shaped Professionals Are the Key to Agile Success
Why are T-shaped professionals crucial for agile success? Explore how their deep expertise and broad understanding foster collaboration.
The Danger of the Detached Product Owner
Uncover the importance of an engaged product owner for developers. Learn how delayed responses can hinder progress and demoralize teams.