Shift: From Product To People: A Novel About Product Development, and Shifting to People To Achieve a Holistic Agile Transformation is a new book written by Michael Dougherty and Pete Oliver-Krueger that focuses on shifting the Agile mindset away from a product-centric approach and towards a more a people-centric one. This interview centers around the need for collaboration, the impact of AI on Agile practices, and the significance of creating a humane work environment. The authors also highlight the role of mentorship in personal growth and the future of work in an AI-driven landscape. They also share some of the challenges they faced during the four and a half years of writing the book, the narrative style that allows for multiple perspectives, and the importance of real-life experiences in connecting with readers.

If you'd prefer the video version of this podcast, you can find it here: https://youtu.be/lf_f_JdTWvM

The Book

Shift: From Product to People https://www.amazon.com/Shift-Development-Shifting-Holistic-Transformation/dp/B0D89NT9RD

Contacting the Authors

Michael Dougherty https://www.linkedin.com/in/agilemichaeldougherty/

Pete Oliver-Krueger https://www.linkedin.com/in/peteok/

Chapters

00:18 Introduction to the Authors and Their Journey

03:17 The Motivation Behind Writing the Book

06:15 Exploring the Narrative Style and Structure

09:21 The Importance of Realistic Coaching

12:13 Chapter Highlights and Key Themes

15:11 The Concept of Collaborative Budgeting

18:19 The Three Waves of Agile

21:12 Humanizing Agile Practices

24:12 The Future of Agile and Leadership Perspectives

27:26 Navigating the Agile Doom Loop

30:19 Crisis as an Opportunity for Change

32:38 The Evolution of Agile Frameworks

34:34 AI's Impact on Agile Practices

41:17 The Human Element in Agile Coaching