In this episode of Badass Agile, I dig deep into what it means to be an impactful leader when the thrill of being the "hero" has faded. I start by reflecting on my own journey in tech—from helping people adapt to personal computers, to mastering new programming languages, and finally realizing it wasn’t about the latest skills, but about giving people the confidence to face the unknown.
I explain how the agile space is changing: it's crowded, maybe becoming stale, and many of us are wondering what comes next. I highlight that our real value isn’t in how much we know about Scrum or Kanban, but in our hunger to help people navigate change, improve efficiency, eliminate waste, and foster better human relationships.
If you’re feeling like your impact is limited or your work isn’t as fulfilling as it once was, this episode is about how to pivot: not by chasing more knowledge, but by listening closely to what people need now. I share ways to identify the next challenges to solve—by serving, observing, and innovating, even if it means stepping outside traditional agile roles or into entirely new domains.
By the end of the episode, you’ll understand how to reclaim your sense of purpose by focusing on bringing unique and meaningful change to the people and industries you serve, even as the field evolves. This is a practical, honest exploration of how to stay impactful as an agilist and leader, even when the hero’s journey changes course.
