Ashok is on the ground at one of the most forward thinking product development conferences in the entire country, Agile and Beyond in Detroit, Michigan. He speaks with a range of presenters and experts on topics from OKRs and product measurement to the importance of object-oriented UX in building balanced product teams. The conversations delve into how these principles can help teams communicate better, streamline their processes, and innovate more effectively. The episode also features discussions on the risks of dogmatic Agile practices versus the benefits of a more spiritual, flexible approach. Additionally, Ashok and guests explore the impact of AI on product development, sharing insights on where AI can add value and where it may fall short.

Inside the episode…

• Insights from Agile and Beyond conference speakers on OKRs and product measurement

• The role of object-oriented UX in creating a common language for teams

• The dangers of Agile dogma and the benefits of a more "spiritual" approach

• AI’s evolving role in product development and where it truly adds value

• Innovation frameworks for driving success in both professional and personal contexts

• Real-world examples of AI in action, from history to current generative AI applications

• A unique parody segment with “wrong answers only” from a conference guest. Can you guess which one?

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