Are fractional executives the future of leadership in tech startups? 

In this episode of Arguing Agile, Product Manager Brian Orlando and Enterprise Business Agility Coach Om Patel unpack the growing trend of fractional CXOs. We explore the benefits and trade-offs of hiring part-time executives, including:

• Access to high-level expertise and cross-industry experience
• Considerations for small and medium-sized businesses
• Challenges in building trust and managing multiple teams
• Red flags to watch out for when hiring fractional CXOs
• The importance of domain knowledge and product lifecycle understanding
• Balancing executive skills with hands-on product management experience

Watch or listen to learn how to identify red flags and make informed decisions when considering fractional leadership roles.

#FractionalCXO #StartupLeadership #ProductManagement #AgileLeadership #TechIndustryTrends #OrganizationalStrategy #ProductInnovation #TechConsulting #StartupAdvice #ArguingAgile

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As a Product Manager, are you constantly asked "When will it be done?" before even knowing what "it" is?

Learn why this simple question is so problematic and how to handle it effectively. Learn strategies for educating stakeholders, collaborating on roadmaps, and focusing on delivering real value instead of arbitrary deadlines.

Don't let deadline pressure derail your product strategy. Listen now for practical tips on having better conversations about timelines and priorities.

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In this episode of the Arguing Agile podcast, we dive deep into the corrosive nature of excessive planning in software development organizations.

Discover how the tyranny of plans can stifle innovation, hinder adaptability, and lead to project failures. We explore the cognitive dissonance that often plagues leadership when plans inevitably clash with market realities.

Join us as we discuss strategies for dealing with uncertainty, the pitfalls of Taylorism in modern work culture, and the importance of flexible budgeting in agile environments. Learn how to recognize pathological organizational patterns and navigate the challenges of working with narcissistic leaders.

Whether you're a product manager, agile coach, or software development leader, this podcast will equip you with valuable insights to help you break free from the tyranny of plans and foster a more adaptive, resilient organization.

agile planning, software development, product management, organizational culture, leadership, uncertainty, budgeting, narcissism, Taylorism, cognitive dissonance
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What Does an Enterprise Business Agility Coach ACTUALLY Do?

Discover the crucial role of Enterprise Business Agility Coaches in transforming organizations! In this episode, we dive deep into:

• How an Enterprise Coach differs from other Coaches
• Working with C-suite executives to drive organizational change
• Measuring culture and transformation success
• Navigating resistance from middle management
• Improving time-to-market and financial outcomes💡 

Perfect for: Product leaders, transformation coaches, executives, and anyone interested in scaling a business or running a large-scale program.

#AgileTransformation #BusinessAgility #ProductLeadership #OrganizationalChange #AgileCoaching #EnterpriseBusiness #ProductManagement #Leadership

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Discover the four critical phases of product lifecycle management and learn how to navigate each stage successfully. 

In this comprehensive guide, we break down:

1. MVP: Building your initial product and finding market fit
2. Growth: Scaling teams and features effectively
3. Maturity: Optimizing operations and maintaining market position
4. Sunset: Managing decline and transitioning strategies

For each category, we explore:

• Team composition and changes
• Evolution of Product strategies
• What gets handled (and what does not)
• Strategic decisions made during transitions

Join Product Manager Brian Orlando and Enterprise Business Agility Coach Om Patel for a podcast sure to be perfect for product managers, agile coaches, and tech leaders looking to understand how team dynamics and product strategies evolve throughout a product's lifecycle.

#ProductManagement #AgileMethodology #ProductLifecycle #ProductStrategy #ProductDevelopment #MVP #ProductGrowth #TechLeadership #ProductMaturity #ProductSunset

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All Aboard the AI Hype Train!!!

Product management is DEAD! It died facing a high-noon showdown with AI, and the rumors of it's demise are spreading faster than a locomotive through the boom-town of Silicon Valley.

In this episode of Arguing Agile, Product Manager Brian Orlando and Enterprise Business Agility Coach Om Patel try a daring uncoupling of the the AI hype train as they examine Claire Vo's take on whether product management is about to derail.

Listen as we navigate treacherous mountain passes following this shiny new engine, exploring:

The runaway train of AI expectations vs. reality
Why the "lone ranger" product manager is a dangerous myth
Navigating the switchyard of cross-functional collaboration
Breaking out of the Silicon Valley echo chamber
Why technical skills are just one car in the product management train

What's your ticket to the future of product management say? Drop your perspective in the comments, partner!

#AI #ProductManagement #Innovation #TeamTopologies #TechLeadership #ProductDevelopment #AgileCoaching

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Success as a platform PM requires both technical depth and exceptional emotional intelligence to navigate complex organizational dynamics...

That goes double if you work in banking or finance!

In this episode of Arguing Agile, Enterprise Business Agility Coach Om Patel and Product Manager Brian Orlando read and respond to a question from a listener who is a platform product managers at a Bank.

Getting into the nitty-gritty of platform how-to's, this episode is perfect for product managers, agile coaches, and technology leaders working in traditional industries looking to modernize their approach to platform management!

As industries embrace digital transformation (err... product operating model), platform product managers face unique challenges, including: 

• How to effectively manage cross-functional relationships in siloed environments
• Strategies for prioritizing platform features that deliver organization-wide value
• Tips for reducing cognitive load across teams
• Ways to build trust and showcase value as a platform team
• Create value through standardization without weaponizing it
• Build effective cross-functional relationships

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Have you been in a situation where engineering leadership and product management do not see eye-to-eye?

In this episode, Enterprise Business Agility Coach Om Patel interviews and coaches Product Manager Brian Orlando on challenges product managers face when working with engineering teams, leads, and managers. 

Listen/watch to learn tactics for diffusing a potentially difficult situation, including:

• Strategies for effective spike work and time-boxing
• The importance of frequent check-ins and demos
• Spotting when tech leads aren't aligned with modern dev practices
• Key takeaways from "Accelerate" and it's relevance
• The value of being willing to abandon unsuccessful features

Whether you're a product manager struggling with team dynamics or an engineering leader looking to improve collaboration, this episode is packed to the tippy-top with valuable and practical advice you can start using - right meow!

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As a product manager, have you ever inherited a messy backlog? 

In this episode, Product Manager Brian Orlando and Enterprise Business Agility Coach Om Patel break down 6 useful tactics you can use to tackle this common challenge. 

Listen as we discuss the challenges of inheriting a product backlog and learn practical strategies for:

• Aligning with company objectives
• Effective stakeholder communication
• Prioritization techniques
• Leveraging data for decision-making
• Streamlining processes and workflows
• Identifying and preparing for skill gaps

If you manage a backlog, this episode provides valuable insights to help you succeed in your role!

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As product managers and agile practitioners, we often struggle to communicate our value to management in terms they understand.

In this episode, you'll learn how to better translate business value to management, make a case for additional resources, and overcome resistance to change in your organization.

Join Product Manager Brian Orlando and Enterprise Business Agility Coach Om Patel as we discuss:

• Translating agile metrics into business value
• Making a case for additional resources in SMBs
• Overcoming resistance to change in organizations
• Balancing new features with technical debt reduction
• Strategies for demonstrating ROI of agile practices

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