The Rise and Fall of Agile: A Deep Dive with Martijn Delmijer

In this episode of 'Agile, Actually,' hosts Martin Hinshelwood and Simon Reindl, along with guest Maarten Dalmijn, dissect the burgeoning popularity of Agile and its subsequent pitfalls. They explore why Agile might have become 'too popular for its own good,' citing the lack of expertise to meet demands and the resulting disillusionment. Dalmijn shares insights from his extensive experience in Agile roles and offers a glimpse into his book on sprint goals. The discussion also delves into the evolution of Agile, the importance of principles over frameworks, and the challenge of sustaining Agile methodologies in large organizations. Don't miss this thoughtful conversation on the future and transformation of Agile practices.

00:00 The Rise and Fall of Agile Popularity

02:17 The Current State of Agile

03:33 Challenges in Agile Adoption

07:52 The Spotify Model and Its Impact

11:04 Systemic Change and Organizational Challenges

23:22 Principles Over Frameworks

34:22 Embracing Lifelong Learning

37:55 Encouraging Entrepreneurial Spirit

39:51 Curiosity as a Driver for Change

43:03 The Reality of Job Constraints

44:12 Creating Empowering Work Environments

46:01 Collaboration and Ecosystem Building

49:48 The Complexity of Organizational Change

51:11 Managing Work in Progress (WIP)

54:35 The Future of Agile and Organizational Evolution

01:04:42 Parting Thoughts and Reflections

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Enterprise Agility Unlocked- The Impactful Journey of an Enterprise Agile Coach

Dive into the world of agile facilitation with Charles-Louis de Maere, uncovering effective strategies for training, visual aids, and organizational change. Perfect for Agile coaches and enthusiasts seeking practical insights.

🌟 In this engaging discussion, Martin and Simon delve into the art of Agile facilitation with Charles-Louis de Maere, a master of visual facilitation. Explore the nuances of training delivery, the impact of visual aids, and the importance of adaptability in facilitation. 🚀 From discussing the difference between training and workshops to revealing the power of visual storytelling in learning, this podcast is a treasure trove of insights for Agile practitioners. 📈

Key Topics:

00:00:00 Introduction to Agile Facilitation

00:06:38 Agile Training and Organizational Change

00:12:46 Dynamics of Facilitation and Learning

00:24:07 Visual Facilitation Techniques

00:36:04 Adapting Facilitation to Contexts

Martin and Simon discuss the intricacies of Scrum and Continuous Delivery. They delve into practical scenarios, share insights, and provide actionable takeaways for teams looking to optimize their agile journey. 📘📈

Unlock the secrets of ethical agility! Martin Hinshelwood and Simon Reindl dive deep into the world of agile ethics, personal values, and the implications of our actions in today's fast-paced professional landscape. From civilisations' first steps to the challenges of modern organisations, join the journey of reflection and discovery. 🌍🔍💼

In this month's podcast, Simon Reindl and Martin Hinshelwood explore the importance of transparency, specifically relating to the words we use and the context within which we use those words. Precision matters. Accuracy matters. Saying what you mean and meaning what you say matters. Listen to this podcast for some great insights into why language matters in the #agile world.

About the hosts of Agile Actually

Simon Reindl is the chief #agilecoach, #agileconsultant and #professionalscrumtrainer at Advanced Product Delivery. In addition to traditional #agilecoaching and #agileconsulting, Simon is pioneering #leanagileprocurement in Europe and helping organizations to reinvent how they partner with suppliers and subcontractors.

Visit https://www.apd.coach for more information on Simon.

Martin Hinshelwood is the chief #agileconsultant and #professionalscrumtrainer at NKD Agility. In addition to traditional #agilecoaching, #agileconsulting, and #scrumtraining, Martin is an expert in #devops consulting and engineering. If you are looking for help on anything DevOps, #scrum, #agile or #microsoft, Martin Hinshelwood is your go-to-guy.

Visit https://www.nkdagility.com for more information on Martin.

In this month's edition of Agile Actually, Martin and Simon explore the rise of remote work and whether working from the office, as we knew it, is dead.