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Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesTransforming Workgroups into High-Performing Teams | Season Hughes Season Hughes: Transforming Workgroups into High-Performing Teams Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Season shares insights about a common anti-pattern she's observed across organizations: calling a group of people a team doesn't automatically make them one. She discusses how many supposed teams are actually workgroups - collections of independent contributors rewarded for individual rather than collective achievements. Season provides specific criteria to distinguish between workgroups and real teams, emphasizing the importance of shared...2025-02-2520 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesXmas Special: Investing in Software: Alternatives To Project Management For Software Businesses With Vasco Duarte Xmas Special: Investing in Software: Alternatives To Project Management For Software Businesses With Vasco Duarte In the grand finale of the “5 Wishes for 2025” series, Vasco Duarte tackles the chaotic nature of software development and why traditional project management just doesn’t cut it. Drawing on lessons from weather models, butterflies, and Agile practices, Vasco presents a bold manifesto for how we can thrive in uncertainty. Chaos Theory and Software Development “Project management is like trying to predict where a butterfly will land after flying through a hurricane – good luck with that!” Vasco begins with the story of Ed...2024-12-2717 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesKeep Your Backlog Microscopic - The #NoBacklogs Revolution With Vasco Duarte | Vasco Duarte Xmas Special: Keep Your Backlog Microscopic - The #NoBacklogs Revolution With Vasco Duarte In the fourth episode of the “5 Wishes for 2025” series, Vasco Duarte takes on a common yet overlooked productivity killer: the monster backlog. With humor, relatable analogies, and practical advice, Vasco shares how organizations can turn their overwhelming backlogs into powerful tools for focus and impact. The Backlog Problem: When More Becomes Too Much “Your backlog should be like your fridge, not your basement – keep only what you’ll use soon, not what you might need someday!” Vasco opens by comparing bloated backlogs to storage b...2024-12-2613 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesXmas Special: Running Experiments Over Managing A Tasklist, aka The Backlog | Vasco Duarte Xmas Special: Running Experiments Over Managing A Tasklist, aka The Backlog With Vasco Duarte In the third episode of the “5 Wishes for 2025” series, Vasco Duarte takes aim at one of the most common anti-patterns in software development: the obsession with managing tasks instead of discovering what truly works.  He calls on teams to shift their mindset from backlog management to running experiments, creating a culture of learning and rapid innovation. From Backlog Secretary to Product Scientist “Managing a backlog is like planning a road trip by focusing on the gas stops instead of the destination.” ...2024-12-2511 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBreaking Down the Wall Between Product and Engineering | Vasco Duarte Xmas Special: Breaking Down the Wall Between Product and Engineering With Vasco Duarte In the second episode of the “5 Wishes for 2025” series, Vasco Duarte tackles one of the most persistent and damaging divides in software development: the wall between Product and Engineering teams. Through stories, metaphors, and real-world examples, Vasco challenges the status quo and paints a vision for seamless collaboration that drives innovation and value. The Invisible Walls Holding Us Back “It’s like having the ingredients and the recipe in separate rooms – how are you supposed to cook something amazing?” Vasco begins by highlighting...2024-12-2411 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesXmas Special: From Project-Driven to Flow-Driven Software Development in 2025 | Vasco Duarte Xmas Special: From Project-Driven to Flow-Driven Software Development in 2025 with Vasco Duarte In the kickoff episode of the “5 Wishes for 2025” series, Vasco Duarte dives into a topic close to his heart: why managing software like construction projects leads to failure. Drawing on his experience in the Agile community and sharing compelling real-world examples, Vasco introduces a new perspective on how software development should flow, adapt, and continuously deliver value. Software Development: Stop Building Houses, Start Growing Gardens “Software is more like a garden than a construction site—continuous care and attention are key to thriving.” Vasco begi...2024-12-2313 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBONUS - What we need to change the software industryIn this special episode, Vasco Duarte announces the first-ever Global Agile Summit 2025, scheduled for May 18-20 in Tallinn, Estonia. After seven years of organizing virtual Agile summits, the team is taking the next big step with an in-person event bringing together practitioners, leaders, and innovators from across the Agile community. The summit will feature three packed days: Day 1: Hands-on workshops with thought leaders Days 2-3: Parallel tracks focused on Business, Product, and Development This practitioner-focused event emphasizes real-life success stories and practical implementations of Agile methodologies. Past summits have featured renowned speakers like Marshall Goldsmith...2024-12-0909 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Pitfalls of Combining PO With Other Roles | Mike Bowler Mike Bowler: The Pitfalls of Combining PO With Other Roles Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. The Great Product Owner: Building Trust Through With Agile Teams Through Active Involvement Mike highlights that great Product Owners are actively engaged with their teams and balance presence with external responsibilities. These POs ensure frequent collaboration, participate in ensemble programming, and create opportunities for the team to ask questions and receive feedback. The key is...2024-11-1512 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesSix Thinking Hats, An Agile Retrospective for Balanced Discussions | Mike Bowler Mike Bowler: Six Thinking Hats, An Agile Retrospective for Balanced Discussions Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Mike defines a successful Scrum Master as a catalyst who drives the team towards continuous improvement and effective goal achievement. He discusses how to gauge success by examining data available from the team’s processes and questioning whether true improvement is happening. Effective Scrum Masters facilitate discussions that challenge the status quo and encourage the team...2024-11-1414 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesLeading Change In Agile Teams Through Curiosity and Trust | Mike Bowler Mike Bowler: Leading Change In Agile Teams Through Curiosity and Trust Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Mike explains how approaching teams with curiosity and offering options for experimentation can lead to significant breakthroughs. He shares an instance where teams believed certain actions were restricted until he encouraged them to simply try, revealing hidden flexibility. This approach requires sensitivity to the environment, as not all spaces foster psychological safety. Mike’s techniques high...2024-11-1308 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesReviving Dysfunctional Teams with Trust and Collaboration | Mike Bowler Mike Bowler: Reviving Dysfunctional Teams with Trust and Collaboration Mike recounts his experience with an extremely dysfunctional team he joined six months into a three-month project. Despite having code, there were no meaningful deliverables due to internal conflicts and fractured dynamics. Mike shares the practical techniques he employed to build trust, including individual conversations, pairing exercises, and ensemble programming to break down silos. He highlights the importance of fostering trust through collaborative activities such as team lunches, which create a foundation for improved teamwork and communication. Self-reflection Question: What activities can you initiate to build...2024-11-1209 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesHow To Coach Management to Support Agile Teams | Mike Bowler Mike Bowler: How To Coach Management to Support Agile Teams  Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Mike Bowler shares his philosophy that “failure is simply feedback,” emphasizing the challenges of maintaining team cohesion after stepping away. He shares how management often unintentionally disrupts Agile progress by disbanding teams or reverting to old practices. Mike identifies a key anti-pattern: breaking teams down due to a lack of understanding from leadership. He unde...2024-11-1109 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBONUS: The Power of TWI in Transforming Supervisory Skills and Software Leadership | Hugh Alley BONUS: The Power of TWI in Transforming Supervisory Skills and Software Leadership With Hugh Alley In this BONUS episode, we delve into how Training Within Industry (TWI) principles can revolutionize leadership and supervision, and those principles can be adapted to the software industry. Hugh Alley, industrial engineer, author of The TWI Memory Jogger, and seasoned consultant, brings invaluable insights on how adapting these timeless methods can enhance team cohesion, productivity, and job satisfaction. From Toxic Workplaces to Transformative Solutions "When I first saw supervisors shouting in the workplace, I knew there had to be a better way."...2024-11-0936 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesAgile for Physical Products, Insights from Dainese’s Helmet Project With Massimo Terzo Agile in Hardware: Agile for Physical Products, Insights from Dainese’s Helmet Project With Massimo Terzo In this Agile in Hardware episode, Agile Coach and Consultant Massimo Terzo shares the story of his experience implementing Agile methodologies for physical product development, highlighting Dainese’s journey to develop an innovative motorcycle helmet. Massimo shares essential strategies and unique challenges in applying Agile to hardware, emphasizing continuous learning, collaboration, and a customer-focused mindset. Whether you’re in software or hardware, this conversation offers valuable insights for anyone navigating complex product development. The Agile Journey Begins: Adapting for Dainese’s Helmet Project...2024-11-0735 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesAgile Transformation in a Hardware Organization, Wärtsilä Case Study | Henna Torkkola nd Maarit Laanti Agile in Hardware: Agile Transformation in a Hardware Organization, Wärtsilä Case Study with Henna Torkkola nd Maarit Laanti In this Agile in Hardware episode, Henna Torkkola and Maarit Laanti share the pioneering journey of integrating Agile practices into Wärtsilä's Marine R&D, particularly within the ambitious New Product Development (NPD) program for advanced engine technology. From fostering collaboration across the value stream to embracing simulation and hybrid Agile approaches, they offer insights into how Agile has reshaped R&D processes. Henna and Maarit explain how bringing Agile to hardware isn’t about imposing frameworks but adopting a coll...2024-11-0645 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Future of Agile Hardware Development, A Case Study From High Power Semiconductor Industry | Milad Maleki and Markus Thut Agile in Hardware: The Future of Agile Hardware Development, A Case Study From High Power Semiconductor Industry With Milad Maleki and Markus Thut In this Agile in Hardware episode, Milad Maleki and Markus Thut of Hitachi Energy Ltd. describe the pioneering methods and challenges of Agile hardware development in high-power semiconductor manufacturing. From introducing cutting-edge RoadPak technology for Formula E racing to optimizing consumer EV solutions, they share a fresh perspective on agile practices beyond the traditional software domain. Join us as we uncover the intricacies of an iterative approach to hardware design, production integration, and actionable insights for...2024-11-0548 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBringing Agile to Hardware Development – Insights from Microsoft, Apple, and More | John Collins Agile in Hardware: Bringing Agile to Hardware Development – Insights from Microsoft, Apple, and More With John Collins   In this agile in hardware episode, John Collins dives deep into the practicalities, challenges, and rewards of integrating Agile methodologies in hardware engineering, drawing from his extensive experience at companies like Microsoft, Apple, and FlixBus. Collins offers actionable advice on adapting Agile frameworks to hardware environments, covering everything from psychological safety to coordinating across diverse teams with different goals and development cadences. For anyone looking to understand the nuances of Agile in a hardware setting, this episode is full of val...2024-11-0447 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesHow Great Product Owners Encourage Experimentation and Openness | Hassan Butt Hassan Butt: How Great Product Owners Encourage Experimentation and Openness Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. The Great Product Owner: Balancing Pressure and Transparency Hassan describes a great Product Owner (PO) as someone who can handle the pressures from stakeholders while maintaining transparency with the team. A great PO is open about the challenges but ensures that team members are not overwhelmed. They create space for experimentation, facilitate two-way communication, an...2024-11-0113 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesHow to Foster Leadership and Independence in Scrum Teams | Hassan Butt Hassan Butt: How to Foster Leadership and Independence in Scrum Teams Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Hassan defines success for a Scrum Master as creating a team of leaders who support each other and work collaboratively. His goal is to make himself redundant by helping the team become self-sufficient. Hassan emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships with team members, understanding their passions, and continually checking in to ensure personal growth. Hi...2024-10-3109 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesLeading Change with Radical Candor, Building Organizational Openness | Hassan Butt Hassan Butt: Leading Change with Radical Candor, Building Organizational Openness Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Hassan shares his experience leading a change initiative through Radical Candor workshops. He noticed that people in the organization were hesitant to share ideas with leadership. By using the Radical Candor framework, Hassan encouraged openness and honest feedback. He shares practical tips, such as role-playing, embedding accountability, and using structured formats like Liberating Structures, to create a...2024-10-3010 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesWhen Hierarchy Hinders Team Growth: A Lesson in Listening | Hassan Butt Hassan Butt: Fostering Growth Mindsets in Hierarchy Driven Organizations Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Hassan talks about one of his early experiences with a team struggling with ingrained hierarchy. Senior team members dominated conversations, creating a culture where only the most authoritative voices were heard. However, new team members with a growth mindset challenged this dynamic, leading to conflict. Hassan highlights the importance of listening to all voices, es...2024-10-2909 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesWhat I Learned from Failing My First Scrum Master Interview | Hassan Butt Hassan Butt: What I Learned from Failing My First Scrum Master Interview Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Hassan shares his personal story of failure and how it shaped his journey to becoming a successful Scrum Master. After a challenging first interview, where he felt driven by fear and failed to actively listen, Hassan decided to try again six months later. With newfound confidence and determination, he overcame his fe...2024-10-2812 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBONUS: Unlocking the Secrets to Thriving Workplaces and Agile Leadership | Vasco Duarte BONUS: Unlocking the Secrets to Thriving Workplaces and Agile Leadership with Vasco Duarte In this insightful BONUS episode, Vasco Duarte is interviewed by Bill Fox for an episode on the Forward Thinking Workplaces Podcast. Vasco is a visionary leader in agile and lean software development. Vasco shares his revolutionary approach to fostering innovation, creating dynamic workplaces, and leading teams to success. His strategies are designed for leaders looking to elevate their organizations by focusing on people, purpose, and efficient work processes. Tune in for practical advice on how to unlock your team’s full potential and thrive in today’s fa...2024-10-2649 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesHow Open Feedback Can Transform a Product Owner's Approach, And Help Agile Teams Succeed | Karla Merza Karla Merza: How Open Feedback Can Transform a Product Owner's Approach, And Help Agile Teams Succeed The Great Product Owner: The PO As A Facilitator For The Team Karla describes a Product Owner who was open to feedback and continuously sought collaboration with the Scrum Master and the team. This PO’s willingness to engage in discussions and act on feedback fostered a productive and collaborative environment. They consistently asked how they could better support the team, demonstrating empathy and a strong commitment to continuous improvement. The Bad Product Owner: When The PO Pr...2024-10-2519 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBalancing Deadlines Commitments and Agile Team Well-Being as a Scrum Master | Karla Merza Karla Merza: Balancing Deadlines Commitments and Agile Team Well-Being as a Scrum Master Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Karla explains that a successful Scrum Master must balance the team's morale with delivery commitments. By adjusting her approach to meet the needs of a new team right before PI planning, Karla helped them take responsibility and deliver successfully. This example shows the importance of fostering both autonomy and accountability within teams. 2024-10-2414 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesDriving Change In Agile Teams Through Open Conversations and Experiments | Karla Merza Karla Merza: Driving Change In Agile Teams Through Open Conversations and Experiments Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Karla shares her experience working in a company with little understanding of Scrum. Through open-ended questions and proposing a three-month experiment, she helped the team embrace Agile principles. By fostering a culture of openness and collaboration, Karla was able to boost team morale and encourage leadership to actively engage with their teams. Se...2024-10-2314 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesHow Poor Communication By Leaders Can Destroy an Agile Team | Karla Merza Karla Merza: How Poor Communication By Leaders Can Destroy an Agile Team Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Karla shares a story of a team struggling with internal conflicts caused by poor communication around promotions. This lack of transparency led to disengagement and frustration among team members. Karla emphasizes the importance of collaboration between leaders and Scrum Masters to ensure clear communication and maintain team morale. Featured Book of the We...2024-10-2214 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Importance of Separating Yourself from Project Failure as a Scrum Master | Karla Merza Karla Merza: The Importance of Separating Yourself from an Agile Project Failure as a Scrum Master Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Karla shares her challenging experience as a junior Scrum Master managing two teams in a large corporation. She reflects on how the teams were overwhelmed due to leadership decisions and her struggle to handle the situation. Karla emphasizes the need for Scrum Masters to separate personal responsibility fr...2024-10-2116 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBONUS: AI-Driven Agile, Speeding Up Feedback Cycles for Better Product Iteration, And More AI Transformations | Jurgen Appelo BONUS: AI-Driven Agile, Speeding Up Feedback Cycles for Better Product Iteration, And More AI Transformations with Jurgen Appelo In this BONUS episode, leadership expert and entrepreneur Jurgen Appelo joins us to dive into the transformative power of AI in today’s workplaces. Creator of the unFIX model and author of Management 3.0, Jurgen shares his insights on how AI is revolutionizing team collaboration, creativity, and innovation. This engaging conversation covers practical examples, personal stories, and thought-provoking ideas for anyone interested in leveraging AI to thrive in their career and business. AI and the Future of Collaboration "AI gives me...2024-10-1942 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesWhy Sharing Product Ownership Leads to Better Product Results | Jelena Vucinic Jelena Vucinic: Why Sharing Product Ownership Leads to Better Product Results Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. The Great Product Owner: Sharing Product Ownership with the Team In this episode, Jelena highlights the qualities of a great Product Owner (PO) who excels by sharing product ownership with the team. This PO had deep knowledge of the product but also understood that they didn’t need to know everything. By involving the...2024-10-1817 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesHow Team Satisfaction and Value Delivery Define Scrum Master Success | Jelena Vucinic Jelena Vucinic: How Agile Team Satisfaction and Value Delivery Define Scrum Master Success Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Jelena shares her approach to measuring success as a Scrum Master by focusing on two key areas: team satisfaction and value delivery. She emphasizes the importance of discussing these metrics with the team, gauging engagement levels, and reflecting on factors like time-to-market and throughput. Jelena encourages Scrum Masters to consider us...2024-10-1715 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesLeading Change in a Large Scaled Agile Organization | Jelena Vucinic Jelena Vucinic: Leading Change in a Large Scaled Agile Organization Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Jelena shares her experience leading change in a large scaled agile organization with 200 engineering teams. The change involved restructuring roles, connecting teams closer to customers, and a significant mindset shift. Jelena emphasizes the importance of introducing changes slowly, being transparent, and keeping communication open. She highlights the need to empower leaders with tools and support while co...2024-10-1613 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Pitfalls of Relying on Key Individuals in Agile Teams | Jelena Vucinic Jelena Vucinic: The Pitfalls of Relying on Key Individuals in Agile Teams Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Jelena discusses a team of six that became heavily reliant on two highly capable individuals. Their eagerness to deliver results quickly created a bottleneck, as the two individuals began to own critical components of the project. Over time, this led to increased pressure and eventual conflict. Jelena reflects on how to ma...2024-10-1515 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Power of Asking for Help During Difficult Workshops | Jelena Vucinic Jelena Vucinic: The Power of Asking for Help During Difficult Workshops Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Jelena shares a challenging story of facilitating a large internal workshop in Zurich, where 50 people participated in activities like story mapping, magic estimation, and release planning. Despite her preparation, the event quickly became difficult as participants grew frustrated, wanting to dive deep into details that could not be addressed. Jelena reflects on ho...2024-10-1417 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBONUS: Survive Reset Thrive With Rebecca Homkes BONUS: Unlocking High-Performance in Agile Organizations, with Rebecca Homkes In this BONUS episode, strategy expert Rebecca Homkes delves into the core themes of her book Survive Reset Thrive: Leading breakthrough growth strategy in volatile times. With a wealth of experience advising CEOs and serving as a Lecturer at London Business School, Rebecca shares practical advice on how leaders can navigate uncertainty, cultivate internal predictability, and create adaptive, high-performing teams. Whether you're in the software industry or any other fast-paced environment, this conversation offers invaluable insights into leading through change and driving sustainable growth. Reframing Our Response...2024-10-1240 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Power of Storytelling in Product Ownership | Dominika Bula Dominika Bula: The Power of Storytelling in Product Ownership Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. The Great Product Owner: Storytelling and Focus Dominika shares a story about a great Product Owner (PO) who excelled in communicating the essence of what the team was doing through storytelling. This PO acted as an ambassador, bridging the gap between the team and stakeholders. They knew when to step in and when to step ba...2024-10-1114 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesHow To Grow Self-Sufficient Agile Teams | Dominika Bula Dominika Bula: How To Grow Self-Sufficient Agile Teams Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Dominika shares a story of a self-sufficient team that fully embraced Scrum values, communicated openly, and thrived without her direct involvement. The team had developed a strong internal support system, understood their code of conduct, and took ownership of their decisions. For Dominika, the ultimate sign of success is when the team operates independently, learning and growing together....2024-10-1015 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesTackling Resistance to Change with Effective Communication, A Scrum Master’s Guide | Dominika Bula Dominika Bula: Tackling Resistance to Change with Effective Communication, A Scrum Master’s Guide Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Dominika discusses the challenges of harmonizing tools across different teams within a project. As more teams join the project, the inconsistencies in tool usage become apparent. Dominika emphasizes starting with a discovery process to understand the current situation before proposing options for change. She shares tips on effective communication stra...2024-10-0916 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBuilding Stronger Agile Teams Through Working Agreements And Deliberate Collaboration | Dominika Bula Dominika Bula: Building Stronger Agile Teams Through Working Agreements And Deliberate Collaboration Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Dominika shares a story about a growing team in a scaling agile environment where new members were joining frequently. This team lacked a proper working agreement, which resulted in disengaged team members who didn't participate fully in daily discussions. Dominika’s approach was to help the team start a buddy system for new joiners and...2024-10-0815 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesHow To Let Go, And Help Agile Teams Take Ownership of Their Problems | Dominika Bula Dominika Bula: How To Let Go, And Help Teams Take Ownership of Their Problems Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Dominika shares a personal story when she initially joined a team and made the mistake of trying to solve the problems for the team rather than letting them own their improvement journey. This approach led to disengagement, as team members stepped back and avoided participation. Dominika highlights key anti-patterns, su...2024-10-0715 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBONUS: Mastering Remote Work in Agile Teams | Antony Marcano BONUS: Mastering Remote Work in Agile Teams With Antony Marcano NOTE: We want to thank the folks at Tuple.app for being so generous with their stories, and supporting the podcast. Visit tuple.app/scrum and share them if you find the app useful! Remember, sharing is caring!   In this BONUS episode, Antony, co-founder of RiverGlide and Head of Engineering at Ford Digital, joins us to share his experiences and insights from 30 years in software development, including 25 years in Agile practices. As a technical practitioner, leader, and consultant, Antony reflects on navigating remote work, overcoming c...2024-10-0547 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesHow Team Alignment Drives Product Success, A Product Owner’s Journey | Eli Goodman Eli Goodman: How Team Alignment Drives Product Success, A Product Owner’s Journey NOTE: We want to thank the folks at Tuple.app for being so generous with their stories, and supporting the podcast. Visit tuple.app/scrum and share them if you find the app useful! Remember, sharing is caring! The Great Product Owner: The Collaborator PO In this episode, Eli Goodman, Head of Product at Tuple, shares an inspiring example of a Product Owner who truly embraced collaboration, ensuring the entire team was aligned with the product vision. Eli highlights the po...2024-10-0416 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesKeeping Product Teams Aligned, Advice for Product Leaders in Remote Teams | Eli Goodman Eli Goodman: Keeping Product Teams Aligned, Advice for Product Leaders in Remote Teams NOTE: We want to thank the folks at Tuple.app for being so generous with their stories, and supporting the podcast. Visit tuple.app/scrum and share them if you find the app useful! Remember, sharing is caring! Eli reflects on the unique challenges of being a product manager for a distributed team. He emphasizes the importance of staying in touch with reality, testing assumptions, and journaling as key habits for success. He also shares tips on how to pair effectively with...2024-10-0314 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBONUS: What the UK COVID App Project Taught Us About Remote Agile Collaboration | Giovanni Asproni BONUS: What the UK COVID App Project Taught Us About Remote Agile Collaboration: A Conversation with Giovanni Asproni NOTE: We want to thank the folks at Tuple.app for being so generous with their stories, and supporting the podcast. Visit tuple.app/scrum and share them if you find the app useful! Remember, sharing is caring!   In this special BONUS episode, Giovanni Asproni, CTO and co-founder of Launch Ventures, takes us behind the scenes of his work on the UK government's COVID-19 app project. Giovanni shares insights into the rapid development process, the adoption of r...2024-10-0231 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesHow A/B Testing Can Derail Product Development, A Product Leadership Story | Eli Goodman Eli Goodman: How A/B Testing Can Derail Product Development, A Product Leadership Story NOTE: We want to thank the folks at Tuple.app for being so generous with their stories, and supporting the podcast. Visit tuple.app/scrum and share them if you find the app useful! Remember, sharing is caring! Eli Goodman, Head of Product at Tuple, discusses a recurring anti-pattern in product development: the over-reliance on A/B testing. Reflecting on his experiences at two different companies, Eli illustrates how A/B testing, when misused, can slow down product progress and lead...2024-10-0111 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Risk of Investing in Non-Critical Features That Remove Focus From the Core Experience, A Product Leadership Story | Eli Goodman Eli Goodman: The Risk of Investing in Non-Critical Features That Remove Focus From the Core Experience, A Product Leadership Story NOTE: We want to thank the folks at Tuple.app for being so generous with their stories, and supporting the podcast. Visit tuple.app/scrum and share them if you find the app useful! Remember, sharing is caring!   In this episode, Eli Goodman, Head of Product at Tuple, shares a compelling failure story that transformed his approach to product development. Eli reflects on a time when he ambitiously pursued building a community feature t...2024-09-3013 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBONUS: Mastering Product Management in a Remote World, Insights from Tuple’s Head of Product | Eli Goodman BONUS: Mastering Product Management in a Remote World, Insights from Tuple’s Head of Product, Eli Goodman NOTE: We want to thank the folks at Tuple.app for being so generous with their stories, and supporting the podcast. Visit tuple.app/scrum and share them if you find the app useful! Remember, sharing is caring!   In this episode, Eli Goodman, Head of Product at Tuple, shares insights from his extensive experience in software development and product management. Having transitioned from engineering management to product leadership, Eli reveals the key strategies Tuple uses to develop its rem...2024-09-2945 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBONUS: The Creative Agile Coach: Jaques Smit’s Lessons on Fostering Creativity in our Work and within Teams BONUS: The Creative Agile Coach: Jaques Smit’s Lessons on Fostering Creativity in our Work and within Teams In this BONUS episode, we dive deep into the unique intersection of agile coaching and fantasy writing with Jaques Smit, an Agile Coach in the gaming industry, and master transformational coach with his passion for crafting fantasy stories infused with Positive Psychology. Join us as we explore how his dual passions inform and enhance each other, providing practical insights for both aspiring writers and agile professionals. Agile Coaching Through Storytelling "I explore ideas in agile coaching in my writing th...2024-09-2841 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Power of a Vision-Driven Product Owner | Richard Coplan Richard Coplan: The Power of a Vision-Driven Product Owner Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. The Great Product Owner: The Power of a Vision-Driven Product Owner Richard highlights a positive example of a PO at a pharma company who excelled by focusing on the holistic system and maintaining strong user relationships. This PO inspired both the team and the business by bringing a clear product vision to every planning session. ...2024-09-2715 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesSoft Metrics, The Key to Understanding Agile Team Dynamics and Succeeding as a Scrum Master | Richard Coplan Richard Coplan: Soft Metrics, The Key to Understanding Agile Team Dynamics and Succeeding as a Scrum Master Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Richard offers insights into how Scrum Masters can measure success, focusing more on soft metrics like collaboration and initiative, rather than just numerical measures. While managers often push for hard metrics, Richard argues that soft indicators—like team self-organization and PO engagement—are much more revealing. Featured Retros...2024-09-2616 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesFrom Skeptic to Believer, Embracing SAFe for Agile Success | Richard Coplan Richard Coplan: From Skeptic to Believer, Embracing SAFe for Agile Success Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Richard recounts his experience with a Pharma company implementing SAFe. Initially skeptical of the framework, he learned its value, particularly in the context of PI Planning, which became a key driver for collaboration between Product Owners and Scrum teams. Richard offers practical tips for using Miro and emphasizes the importance of pre-planning activities, such as th...2024-09-2517 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Impact of Product Owner Pressure on Agile Team Morale | Richard Coplan Richard Coplan: The Impact of Product Owner Pressure on Agile Team Morale Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Richard shares his experience working in a toxic team environment at an insurance company. Brought in to replace a beloved Scrum Master, he found himself navigating a strained relationship between the Product Owner (PO) and the team. The PO's aggressive push for deliverables demotivated the team, and management sided with the PO...2024-09-2416 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Power of Team Ownership When Defining and Implementing Architectural Decisions | Richard Coplan Richard Coplan: The Power of Team Ownership When Defining and Implementing Architectural Decisions Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Richard shares a story about his time working as a Scrum Master for two teams at a bank. While one team excelled at developing APIs and took ownership of architectural decisions, the other struggled to build a relationship with the architecture team. Richard discusses the friction that arose from a top-down imposition of ar...2024-09-2317 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Feedback-Driven Product Owner | Anita Kalmane-Boot Anita Kalmane-Boot: The Feedback-Driven Product Owner Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. The Great Product Owner: The Feedback-Driven Product Owner Anita highlights a Product Owner who actively sought feedback and applied it to improve their work. This PO demonstrated humility and a commitment to growth, earning respect and trust from the team. Anita reflects on the importance of openness to feedback, regardless of experience level.  2024-09-2014 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesBeyond Metrics, Communication as a Key Success Factor for Scrum Masters | Anita Kalmane-Boot Anita Kalmane-Boot: Beyond Metrics, Communication as a Key Success Factor for Scrum Masters Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Anita discusses her views on what defines success for a Scrum Master. Rather than focusing on metrics, she emphasizes the importance of communication within the team and the ability to give and receive feedback. Anita believes that true success is reflected in the team’s willingness to learn from each othe...2024-09-1914 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesWhen Scrum Isn’t the Answer, How to Transitioning to Kanban | Anita Kalmane-Boot Anita Kalmane-Boot: When Scrum Isn’t the Answer, How to Transitioning to Kanban Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Anita talks about her experience at a company where Scrum wasn’t working, and the need for change was clear. She facilitated a brainstorming session, but soon realized that Scrum wasn’t the right fit for the company’s culture. Instead, they transitioned to Kanban, learning and adapting together. Anita stresses the importance of questio...2024-09-1814 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesRebuilding Bridges Between an Agile Team and Their Manager | Anita Kalmane-Boot Anita Kalmane-Boot: Rebuilding Bridges Between an Agile Team and Their Manager Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Anita shares a story about a team that was paralyzed by fear of their own manager. Despite the manager's care for the team, communication had broken down entirely. Anita focused on mediating and rebuilding trust between the team and the manager. She reflects on the importance of understanding team dynamics and continuously defining the role of...2024-09-1720 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesWhen an Agile Team Rejects Scrum, Knowing When to Walk Away | Anita Kalmane-Boot Anita Kalmane-Boot: When an Agile Team Rejects Scrum, Knowing When to Walk Away Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In this episode, Anita shares her experience with a team that had already gone through two Scrum Masters before her arrival. Despite her best efforts, she realized that the team didn’t want to work with a Scrum Master. The situation was compounded by the challenges of remote work during the pandemic. Eventually, Anit...2024-09-1616 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Role of Self-Accountability in Product Ownership | Johann Botha Johann Botha: The Role of Self-Accountability in Product Ownership Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. The Great Product Owner: The Role of Self-Accountability in Product Ownership Great Product Owners understand both the business and the team’s needs. Johann shares an inspiring example of a PO who not only managed the product but also guided the team with a deep understanding of business and technology. What qualities set great Product Owne...2024-09-1319 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesCoaching for Accountability, How Scrum Masters Can Foster Self-Managing Teams | Johann Botha Johann Botha: Coaching for Accountability, How Scrum Masters Can Foster Self-Managing Teams Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Success for a Scrum Master goes beyond just following Scrum rules; it’s about nurturing a team’s belief in itself. Johann explores the delicate balance Scrum Masters must maintain between authority and influence, and why transparency and accountability are key. How can Scrum Masters help teams embrace self-management and foster a sense of belong...2024-09-1221 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesOvercoming External Dependencies in Agile Transformations | Johann Botha Johann Botha: Overcoming External Dependencies in Agile Transformations Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. In large organizations, even the best Agile efforts can fail if external dependencies are not managed. Johann discusses his experience with a financial services IT department where traditional project governance stifled Agile initiatives. How can Agile leaders identify and navigate these roadblocks? Johann shares practical tips on engaging leadership, redefining governance, and using techniques like the double diamond fo...2024-09-1117 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesWhen Agile Teams Become The Reason Agile Fails in Organizations | Johann Botha Johann Botha: When Agile Teams Become The Reason Agile Fails in Organizations Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. When Agile teams push too hard for transformation, they risk becoming the enemy. Johann explains how corporate "immune systems" react against new ideas, even when they’re beneficial. What strategies can Agile teams use to navigate organizational resistance and avoid self-sabotage? Johann emphasizes the importance of listening, finding safe spaces to experiment, and avoiding the...2024-09-1017 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesThe Pitfalls of Traditional Project Management in Software Development | Johann Botha Johann Botha: The Pitfalls of Traditional Project Management in Software Development Read the full Show Notes and search through the world’s largest audio library on Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Project management struggles to deliver successful software projects because customers often don’t know what they want upfront, and the world around us changes too quickly. Johann reflects on the outdated thinking rooted in the Industrial Age that hampers modern software development. How can an iterative approach help teams deliver projects on time and within budg...2024-09-0920 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesFrom Team Lead to CEO, Leadership Challenges and Growth | Alex Schladebeck CTO Series: From Team Lead to CEO, Leadership Challenges and Growth with Alex Schladebeck In this BONUS episode, we hear from Alex Schladebeck, CEO and Quality Advocate at BREDEX GmbH. Alex shares her journey from testing and consultancy to becoming a CEO, offering valuable insights into agile leadership, the importance of communication, and the evolving landscape of technology and quality in software development. The Power of Communication in Leadership "Communication isn't just part of the work; it is the work." Alex reflects on her career, emphasizing that her approach to leadership isn't defined by a...2024-09-0647 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesCTO Series: The Red-Pen Apology, Transformative Tech Leadership | Tricia Broderick CTO Series: The Red-Pen Apology, Tricia Broderick on Transformative Tech Leadership In this BONUS episode, we sit down with Tricia Broderick, a seasoned tech leader and co-author of Lead Without Blame. With over 25 years in software development leadership, Tricia shares her journey from an individual contributor to a transformative leader. The conversation touches on the challenges of giving up control, the importance of psychological safety, and how to foster resilient and empowered teams. The Red-Pen Apology: A Leadership Awakening "Leadership isn't about doing everything yourself; it's about empowering others to excel." Tricia reflects on a...2024-09-0538 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesCTO Series: Scaling Success with - A Deep Dive into Leadership, Technology, and Team Building | Santeri Kangas In this episode, Santeri Kangas, a seasoned CTO and CISO, explores the complexities of leading tech organizations through various stages of growth. Santeri shares his journey from a developer to an influential leader in cybersecurity, AI, and cloud transformation, offering valuable lessons on scaling businesses, aligning technology with business goals, and fostering collaborative teams. From Developer to Leader: Santeri's Evolution in Technology "I grew into what I am through a series of pivotal moments, each shaping my approach to leadership and technology." Santeri began his career as a developer, gradually advancing to roles such as...2024-09-0453 minScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesScrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenchesCTO Series: How To Lead with Empathy in Software Development | Andrea Goulet CTO Series: Andrea Goulet On How To Lead with Empathy in Software Development In this special BONUS episode of the CTO Series, Andrea Goulet, an innovative software executive, shares her mission to change the tech industry by making empathy a core technical skill. Andrea's insights reveal how empathy can transform leadership, foster collaboration, and drive success in software development. Through personal stories and practical tips, she illustrates the power of empathy in navigating complex challenges, from aligning mental models to enhancing communication between teams and leaders. Defining Leadership Through Empathy "Empathy isn't just credible in the software...2024-09-0342 minConversa Puxa ConversaConversa Puxa ConversaEp#6 Vasco MelroO ⁠Vasco Melro⁠ é um fotógrafo do amor. Casamentos, grávidas, famílias... fazem parte do seu dia-a-dia, co-habitando com a moda, área onde começou e que ainda o apaixona. É das pessoas mais calmas com quem conversei neste podcast, por isso, se querem ouvir um episódio relaxante: é este! Falámos de fotografia, parentalidade, inteligência artificial, do prazer que é olhar para uma laranjeira em flor... enfim, um pot-pourri de temas. Referências unitvisualcreators Hi Mom Choose Love "⁠Te encontrar⁠", música de ⁠Àvuà⁠ Recomendações Livro: "Como Fazer Amigos e Influencia...2023-06-061h 01Que farei com este livro?Que farei com este livro?Ep.10.3 | 12º ano - Blues da Morte de Amor de Vasco Graça MouraO nosso Pessoa dizia que a língua portuguesa era a sua pátria, mas foi Vasco Graça Moura quem se serviu de todas as armas para defender a língua camoniana. Um dos nomes centrais da poesia contemporânea da segunda metade do século XX e líder do movimento contra o Acordo Ortográfico de 1990, Graça Moura estreou-se nas letras no início dos anos 60. Em 2002 edita Antologia dos Sessenta Anos, onde inclui este Blues da Morte de Amor que é lido pelo advogado e radialista Pedro Nora. Contra ou a favor desse Acordo Orto...2023-03-2708 minEfeito BorboletraEfeito BorboletraDuarte Araújo | Melhorar a tomada de decisão, ecological cognition e perigos no "temos que ganhar"Duarte Araújo é professor, escritor e investigador nas áreas da performance desportiva, coletiva e individual, e das neurociências. Nas palavras do próprio, tem um grande interesse “na nossa inteligência na ação, ou seja, no modo como resolvemos as situações com que nos deparamos com a nossa própria ação, em particular a dos desportistas”. Nesta conversa, e entre outras coisas, abordou e aprofundou: - a complexidade da tomada de decisão e os três passos que ela envolve; - como pensamento e ação andam sempre de mãos dadas (ecolog...2022-02-0358 min5º Quarto5º QuartoEpisódio #48 - Duarte Oliveira sobre Treinar com Paixão e Iniciar um Novo ProjetoDuarte Nuno Oliveira, atual treinador do Futebol Clube de Gaia da CN1, é o convidado de hoje! Num episódio focado na profissão de treinador, em como usar a nossa paixão pela modalidade para levar os atletas a acreditar nos nossos processos, a importância da parte humana no treinador e como iniciar projetos novos são alguns dos temas abordados.  Damos início, também, à rubrica "Tiros de 3" onde os nossos convidados têm que conseguir meter as bolas do canto de 3pt ! Espero que continues a apoiar o projeto e que partilh...2021-11-221h 12Enterprise Excellence Podcast with Brad JeavonsEnterprise Excellence Podcast with Brad Jeavons#41 How product owners in Agile can learn from sales to improve product success, with Vasco Duarte.Welcome to Episode 41 of the Enterprise Excellence Podcast. It is such a pleasure to have Mr Vasco Duarte on the show with us today. Vasco helps companies generate customer-centric products and get their processes to a level of performance they thought was impossible. Vasco does this by focusing product development teams on the end-to-end life-cycle of their products. From Concept to Cash and Back!Vasco is the Author of the book "No Estimates" and daily podcast host at the Scrum Master Toolbox. Vaso gives back to the community every day to improve the IT and product industry...2021-06-2833 minNada de maisNada de maisNada de mais #2.74 - Vasco DuarteDesde o século XIX, já várias pessoas tentaram descobrir a resposta perfeita para esta pergunta. Até hoje, ninguém conseguiu. Dá-lhe, Vasco Duarte. Música inicial: "Desassossegado" - Janeiro Música final: "Nada de mais" - Projeto 65 Comunicação: Inês Rebelo, Pedro Valente Lima, Rita Marques Por Rodrigo Salazar Oliveira Instagram: www.instagram.com/nadademais.podcast Twitter: twitter.com/nadademais2018 Facebook: www.facebook.com/nadademais.podcast2021-06-0801 minTroubleshooting AgileTroubleshooting AgileVasco Duarte - Scrum Master Call to Arms: Part IIVasco Duarte, master of Scrum, issues a call to arms for all scrum masters: you have nothing to lose but your estimates and feature factories! Noted Scrum sceptic Squirrel questions Vasco vigorously on what Scrum Masters do and discovers that Vasco's view of the role is very different from the traditional one. SHOW LINKS: - Vasco: http://softwaredevelopmenttoday.com/ , https://scrum-master-toolbox.org/ - Scrum Master Summit: https://scrummastersummit.org - No Estimates book: https://oikosofyseries.com/no-estimates-book-order --- Our new book, Agile Conversations, is out now! See https://conversationaltransformation.com where you can order your copy and get a free...2021-04-2116 minAgile Coaches\' CornerAgile Coaches' CornerAre Scrum Masters the CEOs of the Future? with Vasco DuarteThis week, Dan Neumann is joined by a very special guest, Vasco Duarte, the host of the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast — a daily podcast for Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches. Vasco interviews guests from all over the world to give his listeners actionable advice and daily doses of inspiring conversations to help improve their craft! Vasco himself is a Certified Scrum Master, an Agile Coach, and a Business Consultant. He was also one of the leaders and catalysts of Agile methods and Agile culture adoption at Avira, Nolia, and F-Secure. Together, they’re exploring the concept of Scru...2021-04-1628 minTroubleshooting AgileTroubleshooting AgileVasco Duarte - Scrum Master Call to Arms: Part IVasco Duarte, master of Scrum, issues a call to arms for all scrum masters: you have nothing to lose but your estimates and feature factories! Noted Scrum sceptic Squirrel questions Vasco vigorously on what Scrum Masters do and discovers that Vasco's view of the role is very different from the traditional one. SHOW LINKS: - Vasco: http://softwaredevelopmenttoday.com/ , https://scrum-master-toolbox.org/ - Scrum Master Summit: https://scrummastersummit.org - No Estimates book: https://oikosofyseries.com/no-estimates-book-order --- Our new book, Agile Conversations, is out now! See https://conversationaltransformation.com where you can order your copy and get a free...2021-04-1414 minBadass AgileBadass AgileSpecial Episode – The Future of The Scrum Master with Vasco DuarteAlways a great conversation with Vasco Duarte!  This time we discussed:-his new Scrum Master Summit - happening in may (don't miss it!!!) - www.scrummastersummit.org-why Scrum Masters feel 'ashamed' of the Scrum Master role-how Scrum Masters are essential in helping teams take ownership and delivering value-what interviewers/companies should look for in a potential Scrum Master-the most important skills a Scrum Master must develop in order to 'train up' for the CEO role-why learning Scrum is NOT the most important thing!You can check out Vasco at https://scrum-master-toolbox.org/ ***JOIN THE FORGE***Sign up for more info abo...2021-03-1641 minPodcast – Badass AgilePodcast – Badass AgileSpecial Episode – The Future of The Scrum Master with Vasco DuarteAlways a great conversation with Vasco Duarte!  This time we discussed:-his new Scrum Master Summit - happening in may (don't miss it!!!) - www.scrummastersummit.org-why Scrum Masters feel 'ashamed' of the Scrum Master role-how Scrum Masters are essential in helping teams take ownership and delivering value-what interviewers/companies should look for in a potential Scrum Master-the most important skills a Scrum Master must develop in order to 'train up' for the CEO role-why learning Scrum is NOT the most important thing!You can check out Vasco at https://scrum-master-toolbox.org/ ***JOIN THE FORGE***Sign up for more info abo...2021-03-1641 minSoftware Process and Measurement CastSoftware Process and Measurement CastScrum Master, Your Next CEO - A Conversation With Vasco DuarteVasco Duarte returns to the podcast to discuss the Scrum Master. Scrum Masters are the face of agile in many organizations. Helping team facilitators get the role right benefits not only the agile community but every business they are involved with!   Vasco has been working in the software industry since 1998 and has learned the hard way what works (most of the time) and what does not work (almost never). His goal is to help our industry evolve. We can’t become better without trying out new and innovative approaches to software development. The majority of our businesses run on software. We o...2021-03-1432 minAmazing Apps - learn how to build agile Dynamics 365 and Power Platform business apps using ScrumAmazing Apps - learn how to build agile Dynamics 365 and Power Platform business apps using Scrum#NoEstimates Business Applications with Vasco Duarte#74. Join me with Vasco Duarte who runs Oikosofy a coaching company in Finland and is also behind the Scrum Master Toolbox podcast. Vasco is the author of a fascinating book, #NoEstimates. Vasco and I chat about the challenges of estimating complex business application software, particularly in the CRM and ERP domains, and how the No Estimates movement and the method covered in his book can help business applications teams construct collaborative contracts with their customers and never deliver late again. At the end of this podcast episode, I give details on how you can win one of 14 c...2021-03-0144 min