Unlike tools and processes, the agile mindset is the most elusive yet powerful aspect of agile. Some people have it naturally, but for others, it takes some work. We have defined this around three core beliefs. To get the agile mindset, you must be willing to shed layers of command and control. Ultimately, you have to change your beliefs about people and how work gets done. Check out our indepth guide called What is the Agile mindset? for a more detailed anaylsis.
Some people appear to be natural leaders. These exceptional individuals are able to inspire, motivate, and guide their teams through periods of significant change and growth. But what exactly sets them apart from the rest? What makes a transformational leader? And are these leadership qualities and characteristics innate, or can they be developed? Firstly, let’s …
Our ability to adapt and transform is no longer a luxury but a necessity. One way of driving change is by implementing new strategies and technologies. However, the true catalyst lies in something deeper – mindset. In this article, we delve into why mindset matters. We explore its profound role in unlocking transformation and shaping …
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Fostering a culture of innovation has become increasingly crucial for organisations. 87% of consumers begin their shopping journey online. 84% of executives acknowledge the significance of innovation in their growth strategy (McKinsey). It is a common misconception that innovation is limited to fintech and venture-capitalist-backed startups. However, a closer examination of the top 50 innovative …
If you’ve been involved in agile transformations, agile coaching, or product development, you may have come across the Agile Onion. It’s a popular metaphor that describes the various layers of complexity involved in agile ways of working within our organisations. In this article, we’ll first explore what the Agile Onion is. Then we’ll look at …
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Agility and learning may seem like two different concepts, but they share a common thread. Both require a willingness to adapt and change. In this article, we explore what agility and learning have in common. What do we mean by agility and learning? As Simon Powers explains, Agile is a mindset shift. “It is… changing …
We asked the Agile Coaching community What is the ONE thing you wish you had known when you started agile coaching? Their answers are surprising and varied… For example, would you have guessed that our CEO and founder, Simon Powers told us “I’m not sure I would have started if I had known how hard …
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Imagine that everyone at your workplace supported each other’s intentions and were committed to building on each other’s ideas. Imagine that you could choose how you would like to develop at work, and that all your colleagues were devoted to your chosen development. Not only development of your skills, but to your development as a …
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This article explains what Systems Coaching is and what problems it solves. It does not explain how to do it. If you are interested in learning how to do Systems Coaching, I recommend joining us on one of the AWA Systems Coaching courses. This is highly relevant and useful for anyone who is in …
Agile Summit 2022 is Global Online Thought Leadership Event running on 13 – 14 May 2022. Their mission is to address the challenges created by VUCA, and guide the industry to overcome uncertainty with innovation by bringing best knowledge and information from the pioneers of our world This year’s speakers include Joshua Kerievsky, Daniel Mezick, Amy …
January marked the first three months of the 100 Thought Leaders Program (100TL). To celebrate, consolidate, and enable us to grow, as a team, we chose to focus on our motivations and goals going forward as much as on what we had learnt so far. An exercise facilitated by @Gemma Honour gave us some structure …
