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The Daily StandupSeptember 11th - Peace, Politics, and Remembrance - You Can Make a Difference! - SPECIAL EPISODESeptember 11th - Peace, Politics, and Remembrance - You Can Make a Difference! Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we explore remembering 9/11 and how politics does not need to divide us as a people. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-09-1110 minThe Daily StandupThe Top 3 Reasons Why Big Tech Layoffs Does NOT Mean That Agile is Dead... It is Refocused!The Top 3 Reasons Why Big Tech Layoffs Does NOT Mean That Agile is Dead... It is Refocused! Behold... Agile is STILL NOT DEAD!! Join V. Lee Henson for what he promises WILL be the MOST VIRAL episode of 2024 as he telly you the REAL reason organizations are doing layoffs and what you can do to be protected. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-08-2910 minThe Daily StandupHow Much Control Do We Need?How Much Control Do We Need? Do you ever wonder what the correct threshold for being in control is? Is there ever a time where it is better to NOT have control? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore what control is and when it is healthy. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-08-0206 minThe Daily StandupStrategy To LAND Your Next Product Manager RoleStrategy To LAND Your Next Product Manager Role How can you find your next job in this economy? It is actually MUCH easier than you imagine! Join V. Lee Henson as he explores what you need to do TODAY to land that ideal role. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-07-2910 minThe Daily StandupThe Art of Getting a Good Nights SleepThe Art of Getting a Good Nights Sleep Is it really possible to get a good nights sleep? Join V. Lee Henson as he reveals tips and tricks to help you get the rest that you need. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-07-1908 minThe Daily StandupIndependence Day - 4th of July TributeIndependence Day - 4th of July Tribute Join V. Lee Henson as we pay tribute to Independence Day. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-07-0406 minThe Daily StandupSprint vs Kanban vs ScrumBan - A Question From ScottSprint vs Kanban vs ScrumBan - A Question From Scott Do you know the difference? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore the differences between the three and what you need to know. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-06-1007 minThe Daily StandupAn Act of Service - What Have you Done For Me Lately?An Act of Service - What Have you Done For Me Lately? Have you ever been in a situation where you were trying to remember the last time you did a generous act of service for someone else? Do you find that it was so long ago that you just do not remember? Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss why service is important and why recent service is a key to success. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad...
2024-05-2407 minThe Daily Standup3 Keys To Help You Get Things Done3 Keys To Help You Get Things Done - Join V. Lee Henson as we explore 3 keys that will truly help you achieve the most in personal productivity. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-05-1706 minThe Daily StandupLead With Light & Love...Lead With Light & Love... After speaking at a recent conference, I had three very magical moments with some of the attendees. Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss what happened and the impact we can have on others. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-05-1006 minThe Daily StandupHow Can I Speak At A Conference? - AgileDadSpeaks.ComHow Can I Speak At A Conference? - AgileDadSpeaks.Com Join V. Lee Henson for this Agile Not so Agile episode of The Daily Standup Podcast where he discusses what it takes to speak at Industry-wide conferences and the joy that it can bring in uplifting others! How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-05-0306 minThe Daily StandupIs The Party Over For ScrumMasters and Agile Coaches?Is The Party Over For ScrumMasters and Agile Coaches? Join V. Lee Henson as we continue the conversation around the great transition of roles and titles in the Agile Community... How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-04-1810 minThe Daily StandupAnnouncing Agile For ALL Dads! (and Moms and Children...)Announcing Agile For ALL Dads! (and Moms and Children...) **** BREAKING NEWS **** Bob Hartman from Agile For All and V. Lee Henson of AgileDad are Proud to announce the merger of our two companies! We will now be known as: Announcing Agile For ALL Dads! (and Moms and Children...) We will begin effective immediately offering the following world class certification offerings: CSM - Certified Scrum Mom CSD - Certified Scrum Dad CSPO - Certified Scrum Pediatric Organizer CSS - Certified Scrum Sibling OR.. Our MOST Popular - CALM - Certified Agile love Machine We also offer discounts for entire families looking...
2024-04-0105 minThe Daily StandupCan Scrum Be Tweaked or Changed? - YesCan Scrum Be Tweaked or Changed? - Yes BUT.. Should we really be changing things? Is what we are seeing a symptom or the real problem that we are trying to solve? Join V. Lee Henson as we more deeply explore how and when we should pivot or make adjustments. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-03-2108 minThe Daily StandupIs The ScrumMaster Role Dying Out in 2024? No...Is The ScrumMaster Role Dying Out in 2024? No... Join V. Lee Henson as we explore the evolution of the ScrumMaster Role and the Accountabilities that are often associated or mis-associated with it. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-02-1509 minThe Daily StandupIntroducing The Agile Coaching Skills - Certified Facilitator Workshop!Introducing The Agile Coaching Skills - Certified Facilitator Workshop! FACILITATORS ARE IN VERY HIGH DEMAND!! Facilitation supports groups of people as they collaborate, create, and make decisions. The Agile Coaching Skills - Certified Facilitator (ACS-CF) course provides training for anyone interested in developing their facilitation mindset and knowledge while learning from experienced agile practitioners. Completing this course is also a way forward on the path for those who want to become Certified Agile Coaches or Trainers. Facilitation is one of the many tools essential to coaching, and this course will equip you to develop and hone the skill. This certification i...
2024-01-2306 minThe Daily StandupOne Voice Really Does Make a DifferenceOne Voice Really Does Make a Difference - especially when the other party is a giraffe that dos not have a voice of its own. Come on a journey with V. Lee Henson as we explore a heartwarming story about his oldest daughter and the animal that she loved the most! How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-01-1208 minThe Daily StandupSprint Review - Sprint Demo - Sprint Retro - What's The Difference?Sprint Review - Sprint Demo - Sprint Retro - What's The Difference? Agile, Scrum, and other techniques all use a different glossary when it comes to clarity around these definitions. Learn from V. Lee Henson, the tips, tricks, and techniques needed to understand and practice the differences foreach of these. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2024-01-1009 minThe Daily StandupWhich Agile Certification Is Right For Me?Which Agile Certification Is Right For Me? How do you know which Agile Certification is right for you? Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss all of the different certs without bias and discuss which ay be best for you. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2023-11-0112 minThe Daily Standup10 Bridges...10 Bridges... In the journey we call life, each of us will have bridges to cross. Each brdge will lend to our growth experience, and opportunity. Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss what to do when you discover a bridge and the tools you need to cross them. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2023-10-2710 minThe Daily StandupAre ScrumMasters Shared or Dedicated? The Short Answer is YES!Are ScrumMasters Shared or Dedicated? The Short Answer is YES! Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss when and how the ScrumMaster should be dedicated and when it is more important that they are shared. Both apply, it is a matter of understanding when and how. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2023-10-1209 minThe Daily StandupIn Scrum Change is ALWAYS Welcome...In Scrum Change is ALWAYS Welcome... Or is it ALWAYS welcome? Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss the 4 Agile project phases and when change should be in the forefront vs when changes should be minimal. Do NOT get caught in the TRAP!! How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2023-09-1910 minThe Daily StandupStruggles and VICTORY During Backlog Refinement / Grooming SessionStruggles and VICTORY During Backlog Refinement / Grooming Session What happens when your team is REALLY struggling with proper backlog refinement? How do we address these concerns? What is the best ways to help teams understand the importance of proper refinement? Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss a story shared by one of his students. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2023-08-2808 minThe Daily StandupWhat Is a REAL Stakeholder?What Is a REAL Stakeholder? Do you know the difference between a Key Stakeholder, Stakeholder, and an Interested Party? Join V. Lee Henson and learn more about these differences and why they should matter to you! How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2023-07-2607 minThe Daily StandupIs Agile Project Management a Harmful Term? I Think NOT...Is Agile Project Management a Harmful Term? I Think NOT... Sometimes I get really annoyed when people come to me with the very prescriptive dogmatic approach to Agile and claim the certain terms should not be used. Join V. Lee Henson, Founder of AgileDad as we discuss why this practice is wrong and why Agile Project Management is just fine with me! How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2023-06-2006 minThe Daily StandupA Tribute For Memorial DayJoin V. Lee Henson as we learn more about the history of Memorial Day and celebrate this special US based holiday tradition. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/ - [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/
2023-05-2907 minThe Daily StandupIdentifying and Managing All Debt - Not Just Technical DebtThat does it mean when I say Identifying and Managing All Debt - Not Just Technical Debt? Some organizations understand that they have debt, but they only take the time to think about the technical debt. How do we handle all of the other debt that needs to be addressed in a timely manner? Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss the best way to address the debt by using a debt cancel sprint cycle. How to connect with AgileDad: - [website] https://www.agiledad.com/ - [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/ - [facebook] https://www.facebook.com...
2023-05-2208 minThe Daily StandupStrong Leaders Accept Mutual AccountabilityStrong Leaders Accept Mutual Accountability Do strong leaders let the blame fall on an individual or agile team? How do they handle the issues within the organization in a way where mutual accountability and psychological safety exist? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore the 2 keys that help leaders live, learn, and thrive.
2023-05-0206 minThe Daily Standup3 Keys to Better CommunicationJoin V. Lee Henson as we explore the three keys to better communication to help us better engage and be a better listener.
2023-04-2806 minThe Daily StandupWhy Scrum FailsWhy Scrum Fails? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad when we explore why scrum fails and what we can do to resolve it.
2023-04-2707 minThe Daily StandupThe 5 C's For Building RelationshipsThe 5 C's For Building Relationships: CommunicationCommitmentCompassionCompatibilityChemistry Explore the 5 C's with V. Lee Henson and learn how you can improve your relationship skills.
2023-04-2112 minThe Daily StandupCan Agile and ITIL Play Nice Together? - What is Agile Service Management?Can Agile and ITIL Play Nice Together? - What is Agile Service Management? Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss how a very strict ITIL world and Agile play well together.
2023-03-2310 minThe Daily StandupDuty Phone vs DooDoo Phone - How do we handle inbound interruptions?Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we discuss how to handle On-Call incidents. Do NOT let your duty phone turn into a doo-doo phone.
2023-03-2004 minThe Daily StandupAMAZING Stories Are Worth The INVESTment!AMAZING Stories Are Worth The INVESTment! Bill Wake came up with a formula for writing perfect Agile Stories called INVEST: Independent: The user story should be self-contained and not dependent on other stories.Negotiable: The details of the story can be negotiated and refined during the development process.Valuable: The story must provide value to the end user or customer.Estimable: The story must be clear enough for the team to estimate the effort required to implement it.Sized Appropriately: The story should be small enough to be completed in a single sprint or iteration.Testable: The story should have cl...
2023-03-1607 minThe Daily StandupShould My Team Pull More Work Into a Sprint?Should My Team Pull More Work Into a Sprint? Not unless they plan to FINISH the items they pull in.. Join V. Lee Henson as we explore what we can and should do when teams feel like they can take on more work.
2023-03-1306 minThe Daily StandupEmployee Appreciation Day!What do you do to show appreciation for your employees? Each year we have a day to celebrate those who work for us.. Join V. Lee Henson as he discusses how the team at AgileDad celebrates who works WITH us!
2023-03-0605 minThe Daily StandupHow To Convince Management To Use Scrum... You DON'TJoin V. Lee Henson, President & Founder of AgileDad as we discuss why convincing managers is not the issue...
2023-02-2805 minThe Daily StandupWhere Do you Find The Courage To Continue?Winston Churchill once said, "Success is not final. Failure is not fatal. It is the courage to continue that counts." Do you always press forward? Do you know what to do when faced with adversity? Do you know how to define success? Join V. Lee Henson for this lively discussion.
2023-02-1708 minThe Daily StandupThe Top 3 Things I LOVE About Agile...Join V. Lee Henson as we celebrate this holiday edition by focusing on the top three things we LOVE about Agile: Agile Changes LivesAgile Focuses on Truth & HonestyAgile Helps Us Build World Class Products & Services
2023-02-1406 minThe Daily StandupIs Velocity Evil? I think NOT...Is this the real life... Is this Velocity Caught in a backlog No escape from the apathy Open your sprint Give heed to the team and see.... Nothing like a little Bohemian Velocity to warm the soul! Join V, Lee Henson as we discover some handy tips on how to and how not to use velocity with your teams and organization.
2023-02-1311 minThe Daily StandupKeeping An Idea Journal - Disney ImagineeringWhy is it important to keep an idea journal? How do you leverage it and what should it contain? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore what it is and how it can be used.
2023-02-1006 minThe Daily StandupWhat is ChatGPT? How Does It Impact Agile?Join V. Lee Henson. President and Founder of AgileDad as we discuss what is ChatGPT and how does it impact business agility?
2023-02-0107 minThe Daily StandupDo You Truly LOVE What You Do? If Not, Why?Are you truly happy doing what you do now? If not, what would you prefer to be doing? Join V. Lee Henson as we take a journey and discuss how to find out what motivates people and discover what truly motivates us!
2023-01-2707 minThe Daily StandupAre We Nothing More Than Golf Ball Monkeys?Are you ready to join V. Lee Henson as we learn more about Golf Ball Monkeys?
2023-01-2007 minThe Daily StandupTeam Lead - What They REALLY Do...Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we explore what a Team Lead does and why they are so important to your implementation.
2023-01-1907 minThe Daily StandupSprint Goals - Mapping a Cross-Country DriveHow does a cross country drive relate to making and keeping sprint goals? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore what makes both of these successful.
2023-01-1005 minThe Daily StandupWhat Do Services Teams Do In Agile?Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we explore what services teams do and how their ScrumBan Approach helps organizations be successful with Agile.
2022-12-2905 minThe Daily StandupGood Better or Best Use of Our Time? How Do We Leverage Our Talents to Uplift Others?Good Better or Best Use of Our Time? How Do We Leverage Our Talents to Uplift Others? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we explore the BEST ways to use our time this holiday season to uplift and inspire others.
2022-12-1607 minThe Daily StandupAn Overview of STABLE OperationsWhat is STABLE Operations and how can applying the Stable framework help you be successful in disaster recovery? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we explore the importance of disaster recovery and how it applies both inside and outside of technology.
2022-12-0707 minThe Daily StandupWhat Is a Team Lead and What Do they Do?What Is a Team Lead and What Do they Do? What is the difference between a tech lead, engineering lead, or lead software engineer? Is team lead a title? A role? A position? Do we need to go out and hire someone with this title? Is it even needed? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore and discuss what this really means.
2022-12-0608 minThe Daily StandupExecutive Agile - The Real Elephant In The RoomExecutive Agile - The Real Elephant In The Room - What does Agile Leadership really look like? How can you make certain you are doing the best you can? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we explore what Agile Leaders do.
2022-12-0110 minThe Daily StandupSAFe is UnSAFe? - I think not...SAFe is UnSAFe? - I think not... Joim V. Lee Henson as we explore an article calling out the nuances of SAFe.
2022-11-2210 minThe Daily StandupWhat Inspires You? - A journey of uplifting others...Join V. Lee Henson, President & Founder of AgileDad as we discuss what inspires you and how you can be uplifted to inspire others.
2022-11-1805 minThe Daily StandupWhat Should Be Included in a Team Working Agreement?What Should Be Included in a Team Working Agreement? Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss what items could be incorporated into a team working agreement: Honor & PrideOver-CommunicationEarly is On TimeNo HeroesWin or Lose as a TeamEmbrace ConstraintsThe Penalty Box Own Our QualityThrive On DeadlinesWelcome & Own Our Challenges
2022-11-1011 minThe Daily StandupHow DEEP is Your Product Backlog?How DEEP is Your Product Backlog? Join V. Lee Henson as we review and article by Teodora Todrova where she discusses the acronym DEEP and why it is so critical for teams to understand and monitor their Product Backlog... D = Detailed Appropriately E = Estimated E = Emergent P = Prioritzed
2022-11-0711 minThe Daily StandupNovember Already? A Time to Show GratitudeCan increasing our gratitude improve our physical, spiritual, and emotional wellbeing? How does this connect to our personal productivity and health? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore how all of this ties together and accept his November challenge to show gratitude.
2022-11-0407 minThe Daily StandupSTABLE - Leadership Styles and Which Should You Apply?There are MANY types of leadership styles. Some come naturally and others must be learned. At the end of the day, it is quite the science. Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss the following leadership styles: Transformational LeadershipTransactional LeadershipAutocratic LeadershipDemocratic LeadershipBureaucratic LeadershipLaissez-Faire LeadershipServant Leadership
2022-11-0207 minThe Daily StandupKey Stakeholder, Stakeholder, Interested Party - What Is The Difference & How Do We Control WIP?Key Stakeholder, Stakeholder, Interested Party - What Is The Difference & How Do We Control WIP? In this episode join V. Lee Henson as we explore the differences between these three roles and how they each impact organizational, team, and individual WIP.
2022-11-0111 minThe Daily StandupCommunicate to Live Your Best LifeHow good are your communication skills? Join V. Lee Henson LIVE from the Delta Sky Club as we explore ways to communicate better.
2022-10-1406 minThe Daily StandupOutput Oriented vs. Outcome Oriented Scrum Teams p Which is Better?Output Oriented vs. Outcome Oriented Scrum Teams p Which is Better? There actually is a time and a place for both! Join V. Lee Henson as we have a lively discussion regarding the how and the why behind this principle.
2022-10-1008 minThe Daily StandupDoes Scrum Team Composition Change in Small & Large Organizations?Does Scrum Team Composition Change in Small & Large Organizations? Of course it does, but it does not need to introduce additional complexity and context switching. Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss what works and what we have seen work through years of Agile Coaching experience...
2022-10-0311 minThe Daily StandupThe Achilles Heel of Agile is TrustDoes Agile & Scrum have an Achilles Heel? The answer is simply YES! Even though we get advice from the Scrum Guide and from several other resources about how to avoid it, the truth is out there and if we are not careful we just may discover it. Join V. Lee Henson as we explore elements of trust and why it is critical.
2022-09-2707 minThe Daily StandupHow Do I Transition From Being a CSM To An Independent Coach?Join V. Lee Henson and his new friend Ola as for the first time ever we do a Q&A episode to learn how to make this dramatic transition. Three questions will lead you down the path of discovery and enlightenment.
2022-09-2614 minThe Daily StandupTips For Incorporating Technical StoriesWhat are we supposed to do when we are writing technical system level stories? How do we show context and that each is adding value? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore ideas to help make this process better.
2022-09-2204 minThe Daily StandupI am a ScrumMaster But I Want To Be A Release Train Engineer. Should I?A recent student in an Advanced ScrumMaster course asked if he should become a RTE and if that would advance his career. Join V. Lee Henson as we explore what the differences are and if this transition really makes sense.
2022-09-2008 minThe Daily StandupManifest Destiny In Relationships - Find the PERFECT Woman or ManHow do you find the perfect soulmate? How do you discover what you like and dislike? Is it possible to have manifest destiny in relationships? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore personal and professional relationships and how to make the most out of goodness.
2022-09-1608 minThe Daily StandupAnalyzing The ScrumMaster Career Path to SuccessWhat is the career path for the Scrum Master role? Do they always become an Agile Coach? Join V. Lee Henson. President and Founder of AgileDad as we explore this journey and what you can expect to find.
2022-09-1505 minThe Daily StandupAgile Projects Have Become Waterfall Projects With SprintsCould it be true? Are we reverting back to traditional project management? Or are we just discovering that poor agile leads to greater oversight and governance? Join V. Lee Henson for a lively discussion about not chasing Scrummerfalls. (Please thick to the Agile and the Scrum that you're used to)
2022-09-1309 minThe Daily StandupWhat Is the Magic Metric To Measure Team Performance?Is there truly a magic metric to measure team performance? Is it velocity? How about lines of code delivered? Do we have a real answer to this question? I believe it is the TPS Report.. (Don't forget the cover sheet... I can get you a copy of the memo) Join V. Lee Henson as we explore what we can and should be measuring.
2022-09-0608 minThe Daily StandupSTOP Wasting Money! MVP Is Just a PrototypeThe goal of MVP, as defined by Eric Ries, is to validate critical assumptions about the product idea and get maximum validated learning with minimal effort. The value of MVP is to learn as quickly as possible, minimize risk and increase your chances of success by experimenting. Creating value for customers is not the goal. This is because creating products, e.g., writing software, is one of the most expensive ways to verify a business model. If the assumptions turned out wrong, the work performed over many iterations could be wasteful. Join V. Lee Henson as we review this article...
2022-09-0106 minThe Daily StandupUnderstanding Technical DebtUnderstanding the difference between Intentional and Unintentional debt can be challenging! Join V. Lee Henson as we explore the 7 deadly sins of technical debt. https://www.agiledad.com/_files/ugd/a58352_3070a0c5fdfe412e8e430a85ef216d9e.pdf Unintended features or gold platingPoorly designed architectureLack of product backlog management and visibilityOutdated defects and bugsLack of test automation or optimizationLack of coding & testing standardMissing refactoring opportunities and peer review
2022-08-2914 minThe Daily StandupDreams Without Goals are Just DreamsDenzel Washington gave some pretty sound advice when he said Dreams without goals are just dreams and they ultimately fuel disappointment. Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss the journey and the arrival of seeing dreams through to fruition. MUST watch Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FB9i7P9Zs4
2022-08-2606 minThe Daily StandupJust Get It Done - Honor WIP - Mike CohnJoin V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we discuss an email I got from Mike Cohn where he talks about the importance of Limiting WIP, Little's Law and how we should stop starting and start finishing work!
2022-08-2206 minThe Daily StandupPeople Are People - Depeche Mode - 1984What does a song from 1984 teach us as a precursor to the Agile Manifesto? It teaches us to treat people with dignity and respect. Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we discuss ways to choose our words more wisely.
2022-08-1905 minThe Daily StandupFire Fighting Vs Fire Prevention The Importance of Understanding BOTH!What is the difference between Fire Fighting Vs Fire Prevention and why is it important for us to understand both? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we explore how to idetify the problem and what to do to solve it!
2022-08-1107 minThe Daily StandupIs Scrum A Heavy Meeting Machine?In a recent article by David Pereira, he discussed: I’d be a billionaire if I’d get a dime every time a developer complained about Scrum events. Recently, I noticed an increased resistance towards Scrum. Developers challenge whether the framework helps them get their work done or gets in the way. Join V. Lee Henson as we explore the keys to optimizing meetings. Don't forget to go to the AgileDad Website where you can download The Agile Meetings Playbook! https://medium.com/@scrummastered/scrum-master-vs-agile-coach-what-8217-s-the-difference-2f1ba5051ba8
2022-08-1011 minThe Daily StandupThe Road To Becoming An Agile CoachOne of the most asked questions I have gotten recently is how do I become an Agile coach? I do not know that anyone has broken down all of the steps and shared just how long it really takes to see these things come to pass. Join V. Lee Henson as we discover what it takes and how to get there.
2022-08-0810 minThe Daily StandupDoes It Make Sense for Developers to Wear the Scrum Master’s Hat?Does It Make Sense for Developers to Wear the Scrum Master’s Hat? Of course I believe you already know what my answer is going to be... Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we discuss an article written by Dave Pereira and what we can do to make certain this never happens. https://medium.com/serious-scrum/does-it-make-sense-for-developers-to-wear-the-scrum-masters-hat-a42d0c138a2e
2022-08-0309 minThe Daily StandupHow NOT To Carry Over Work From One Sprint To The NextWay too often I hear about teams that are consistently carrying over work from one sprint to the next. How do we stop this practice from occurring? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we explore three tips to never allow this to happen again.
2022-07-2609 minThe Daily StandupThe Importance of Story Mapping & Backlog RefinementIt should be blatantly obvious that Story Mapping and Backlog Refinement are Critical components that add to Agile Success! What are the key reasons we are facilitating these meetings and do they really make a difference? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore why this is so important nad how to keep things in context.
2022-07-1308 minThe Daily StandupAre Agile Deadlines REALLY Evil? Ask the team... They say YES!Are Agile Deadline Evil? Many say yes.. i say it depends on the context. Join V. Lee Henson as we explore Deadline Driven Design and the impact it can have on teams.
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The Daily StandupSharpen Your Saw - The Importance of Training & UpskillingThis inspirational story is one that is well known... But how often do we forget to take the time to sharpen oir saw before we try to cut down an entire forest? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore the story and the solution!
2022-07-0804 minThe Daily StandupMeasuring Team SuccessWhat are the best and worst ways to measure team success? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we explore what metrics really matter!
2022-07-0705 minThe Daily StandupDo We Need a Release Plan?What is a release plan and why is it such an important part of our Agile implementation? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we did deep in the archives and discuss how release planning can make or break your implementation.
2022-06-2710 minThe Daily Standup4 Sons and a Bundle Of Sticks...What can we learn from a bundle of sticks? Join V. Lee Henson from AgileDad as we share an inspiring story about a man, his 4 sons, and a bundle of sticks that was unbreakable!
2022-06-2405 minThe Daily StandupDedicate Time to Learn the 5 Scrum ValuesWhy are the Scrum Values so important? Is it critical that we memorize these and share them with our teams? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we discuss why the Scrum Values ADD Value!
2022-06-2308 minThe Daily StandupAgile vs Scrum vs Kanban - What do we do?This is the age old question... Which practice works best? Which is the silver bullet solution ?Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss the 4 phases to complete a product or project and the importance of investing in each.
2022-06-2210 minThe Daily StandupYour Judgement Signs Your Own PunishmentAre you quick to judge? How can we become a people with less bias and focus on the talents and gifts of others? Join V. Lee Henson for this uplifting episode where we formulate how the world can be a different better place.
2022-06-1011 minThe Daily StandupAgile Burndown Charts SUCK!Agile Burndown charts are the WORST! They force us to focus on output instead of outcome and or impact. Join V. Lee Henson as we discuss why this is an issue and what you can do to better track sprint progress.
2022-06-0706 minThe Daily StandupShould QA Be Embedded and Cross-Functional?How does QA work in your organization? Are they a separate team? Do they assign a single individual to the team? Or are your teams completely cross-functional? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore how teams and QA should co-mingle and learn how QA is supposed to function.
2022-06-0605 minThe Daily StandupUnderstanding Memorial Day - Remembering Our Fallen SoldiersIn the United States, we celebrate Memorial Day on the Last Monday in May each year. What is Memorial Day? How did it start? Why do we celebrate this day in history? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we explore and learn more about this topic.
2022-05-3006 minThe Daily StandupThe Man and His Shoes - A Story of Letting GoSome things are worth holding on to.. Other things are important to let go. Which things do we choose to hold tight and how do they impact is spiritually and emotionally? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad, as we review the story and think a little deeper.
2022-05-2704 minThe Daily StandupT-Shirt Size Estimates or Story Points - Which Is Better?The age old question.. Which technique is best for estimation and forecasting? Join V. Lee Henson, President & Founder of AgileDad as we get this all hammered out and give you the answer you seek once and for all.
2022-05-2406 minThe Daily StandupThe Scrum Guide and Use of The Word DeveloperA rose by any other name would smell as sweet - Romeo & Juliet Does the word developer bother you? Are you ready to rise up in protest and fight for a different title? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore what alternate words are and if they should be an option.
2022-05-1810 minThe Daily StandupRecognize and Appreciate Your FriendsDo you know and appreciate your friends? Join V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as we learn the tale of two friends that encountered a bear and what they did to stick together. Did their friendship stand this awful test?
2022-05-0605 minThe Daily StandupCan Scrum and Kanban Coexist?The question of proper backlog management has come up quite a bit in our recent coaching sessions. Many organizations are attempting ScrumBan but do they truly know what they are getting themselves into? Join V. Lee Henson as we explore the concept of a team backlog and working Kanban flow within a sprint.
2022-05-0308 minThe Daily StandupThree ways NOT to solve Online Meeting Issues AND The Advice To Make It RightHave you ever read an article and just found it Cringe Worthy? Join V. Lee Henson, President & Founder of AgileDad as we explore what we can do to make this meeting advice better and more well informed.
2022-04-2806 minThe Daily StandupDoes the ScrumMaster Need To Be a People Person?Of course the ScrumMaster needs to be a people person... Right? I vote yes, but others have voted no... Join V. Lee Henson as we take this journey to figure things out.
2022-04-2008 minThe Daily StandupScrum Master AccountabilityJoin V. Lee Henson, President and Founder of AgileDad as he reviews what could be the most cryptic blog post ever!! Please listen in and help me figure out what this guy is trying to say.
2022-04-1912 minThe Daily StandupShould The Product Owner Have Multiple Backlogs?Of course they should... Oh wait no they should not... .But what about this situation? Let me tell you, this has been a heated topic. I have been teaching a LOT of PO Classes and we have had this discussion quite a few times. Join V. Lee Henson to see where he landed on this topic...
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