Awaken Agile

Join Adam Murray and Jordan Bailey as they share expert insights and practical tips to take your Daily Scrum to the next level! In this episode, they dive into:

• Best practices for effective stand-ups
• Strategies for improving communication and collaboration
• How to overcome common challenges and obstacles

Whether you're a seasoned Agile practitioner or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you get the most out of your Daily Scrum and drive business agility.

In today's fast-paced and distracting world, maintaining focus is crucial for success. Adam and Jordan discuss strategies for prioritizing tasks, avoiding burnout, and staying aligned with your goals. Tune in to learn how to cultivate a culture of focus and drive business agility in your organization.

Join Jordan and Adam as they share their expert insights on how to take your Scrum Master skills to the next level! In this episode, they'll be discussing practical tips and strategies to help you power up your agility game and become a more effective Scrum Master.

Whether you're a seasoned Scrum Master or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable advice and real-world examples to help you overcome common challenges and achieve success in your agile journey.

Tune in to learn how to:

• Boost team productivity and engagement
• Overcome common agile implementation obstacles
• Develop a growth mindset and continuous improvement culture
• And much more!

Don't miss out on this informative and engaging conversation!

In this episode we talk about Envy in Agile, a topic we blatantly borrowed from the most awesome Agile Uprising podcast.

In this episode Adam and Jordan have a discussion about goals and dive deeper in to why we have them and what may happen when we do or don't achieve our goals.

In this episode Jordan and Adam welcome Andrew Givoni to discuss all things leadership. From not-so-good to great.

In this episode Adam regales Jordan with a replay of the Agile in Wonderland day conference held in Melbourne on February 29, 2024. The day was an event co-hosted by #Accenture and #Atlassian, with special guest sponsor Scaled Agile.

#agileinwonderland24

In this episode Jordan unpacks his sentiments regarding preconceived notions and how they can be grossly unfair to a person coming in to a team dynamic. This anti-pattern of behaviour is usually perpetrated by poor leaders. Enjoy.

Join Adam Murray and Jordan Bailey as they answer questions from the internet on #Agile, #agility, #ScrumMaster, #Waterfall and a whole raft of other topics relating to Agile ways of working.

In this episode Adam and Jordan debate the fate of Agile in 2024. What will be the drivers, the changes (or not) and what might fall away? Will there still be Agile at the end of 2024? Who knows? Let's listen and find out what the guys think.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all our listeners, subscribers and supporters. Thank-you for your valuable feedback over the year. Looking forward to a bigger and better 2024.

In this episode Adam and Jordan reflect on their visit to LAST Conference 2023 at the Abbotsford Convent in Collingwood, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

In this episode Jordan brings the heat and the triggering topic with Being and Doing Agile, or not. Can you Be Agile and Do Agile at the same time? Are they even the same thing? We try to find out in the ramble of a chat. Enjoy

In this episode Jordan and Adam go on a bit of a journey discussing metrics teams may use and debate the better ones for delivery.

In this episode Adam and Jordan discuss a meeting audit you can conduct with your teams. They also delve in to why the Scrum ceremonies are important and what might happen if the team drops them from their calendar.

Listen to the end for a special discount ticket offer to LAST conference happening in Melbourne in December.

In this episode of the Awaken Agile podcast, Adam and Jordan discuss how to change your perspective to a growth mindset and how constructive feedback can improve your skills and performance.

They talk about:

• What a growth mindset is and why it's important
• How to receive and implement constructive feedback effectively

If you're looking for ways to improve your agility and achieve your goals, this episode is a must-listen!

#businessagility #podcast #agility #innovation #transformation #growthmindset #constructivefeedback

Listen now and learn how to change your perspective to a growth mindset and use constructive feedback to improve your skills and performance!

In this episode Jordan and Adam discuss when to act if things go wrong in and with your team.

In this week's episode of the Awaken Agile podcast, Jordan Bailey pits Adam Murray's Agile knowledge against the power of AI. Adam will be faced with a series of Agile conundrums, and his answers will be compared to the responses generated by AI.

This episode will be a fascinating exploration of the current state of Agile and the potential impact of AI on the future of the discipline. Will Adam be able to outsmart the AI, or will the machines prove to be too powerful?

Join Jordan and Adam for this thought-provoking episode of the Awaken Agile podcast and find out!

Who will win the battle of Agile wits: human or AI?

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of Agile and the role that AI will play in the discipline.

Listen now and find out who will emerge victorious!

Hashtags: #businessagility #podcast #agility #innovation #transformation #AI

Listen now and find out who will win the battle of Agile wits: human or AI?

In this episode, Adam and Jordan try to simplify Agile down for the lay person as an experiment.

Curious about the enigmatic world of Scrum Masters? In this eye-opening episode of Awaken Agile, we unravel the mysteries behind the role as we ask the question that's been on many minds: "What the hell does a Scrum Master do all day?" Join us as we explore the multifaceted responsibilities, challenges, and daily activities of Scrum Masters in Agile teams. From facilitating meetings to removing obstacles and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, discover the crucial role Scrum Masters play in steering teams towards success. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the dynamic world of Scrum Masters!

This episode promises to shed light on the diverse and essential tasks that fill a Scrum Master's day, providing a clearer understanding of their contributions to Agile teams and the organizations they serve.

In this thought-provoking episode of Awaken Agile, we embark on a journey to determine which of the 12 Agile principles, as outlined in the Agile Manifesto, stands out as the best. Join Adam and Jordan as they delve into each principle, exploring their significance, real-world applications, and the impact they have on Agile teams and organizations. Discover the principles that shine the brightest and learn why they are essential for success in the Agile world.

This episode is sure to offer valuable insights into the core principles that drive Agile methodologies and spark conversations about their relative importance in different contexts.

Join us in this episode of Awaken Agile as we explore the path to becoming an Agile practitioner, Scrum Master, or Agile Coach. We unravel the type of experience you need to excel in these roles, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your journey in the Agile world.

In this short episode we challenge you, dear listener, to do one thing for yourself or your team today.

In this episode Jordan reads the Scrum Guide from top to bottom.

🎙️In this episode of Awaken Agile, join your hosts Jordan and Adam as they dive deep into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its extraordinary positive impact on our lives. With the rapid advancements in technology, AI has transformed numerous industries, enhancing the way we live, work, and connect with each other.

Together, Jordan and Adam explore the remarkable applications of AI in our Agile practices.

Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a tech-curious individual, or someone eager to learn about the positive side of AI, this episode promises to spark your imagination and leave you feeling hopeful about the boundless possibilities AI offers for a brighter tomorrow.

Tune in to Awaken Agile for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation with Jordan and Adam as they take you on a journey to explore how AI is shaping a more positive and promising world. Don't miss out on this eye-opening episode filled with inspiring examples and exciting insights into the limitless potential of AI!

Remember to subscribe, share, and leave a review to support Awaken Agile and stay up-to-date with our latest episodes as we continue to explore the frontiers of technology and its positive impact on humanity. Let's embrace the power of AI together and pave the way for a brighter, more empowered tomorrow! 🌟🤖

In this more laid back episode Adam, goes on a couple of mild rants while Jordan taunts him from the sidelines.

In this episode we bring back 'friend of the podcast' David Williams to talk to us about Lean Coffee's - what they are, when to use them and how to facilitate them.

In this episode Adam and Jordan talk about the pros and cons of the length of a sprint.

In this episode Adam describes how to create a burn up chart from scratch so that you can go ahead an also do the same for your teams.

You can download the file from here - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11oX-6Ici1iBtmOR2bspPuiJCfjsG6j6e0PfWZ89ZdTg/edit?usp=sharing

Hit us up at awakenagile@gmail.com if you have any questions.

In this episode we talk about the burn up chart. A tool teams can use to help predict their future. This was a special request from a listener and we are very pleased to talk about the pros and cons of a burn up chart. And dispel some myths along the way. Enjoy!

In this episode Adam and Jordan listen to a famous Simon Sinek short clip about a Barista he met in Las Vegas. They then discuss what this means for leadership and how this relates to an Agile mindset.

In this episode, in which Adam was very late, Jordan brings in the topic of waste. They both discuss some types of waste in teams and how to reduce or remove it altogether. Did we mention that Adam was late?

Also, do stick around for the end, Jordan has a surprise for you all.

Simply a short chat by Adam to say hi and share a little of the week and wish everyone a Happy Mother's Day wherever you may be.

In this episode Adam and Jordan explore some quotes from the famous treatise by Sun Tzu and how it may or may not relate to Agility and Agile practices.

In this episode Jordan and Adam give you sixteen quick tips for you to use in your every day team life. If you use just one of these then we think that is success! Enjoy.

In this episode Adam reveals and experience he had whilst on holiday recently and how it relates back to agility and flow theory. Jordan recounts his experience as a barista in relation to teamwork. It's a bit of a lighter episode, we hope you enjoy.

In this episode Jordan asks a seemingly innocuous question, "Do you take notice of your position on a group email or invite?". Adam helps to unpack the question and what might be behind human nature in caring about this. Do you have a deeper psych safety issue at play?

In this episode we talk about our experience at a recent conference held in Melbourne. The conference, called Agile in Wonderland, was graciously created by Accenture with major partner Atlassian along as well. We enjoyed ourselves and we hope you enjoy us replaying what we heard and learned.

In this episode, Jordan addresses the common problem of having too much transparency on the board and how it can result in having the opposite effect it was designed for. Adam practically walks through the three pillars of Empiricism to problem solve. 

In this episode Adam brings up a topic about the normalisation of Agile and talks about that with Jordan. We see Agile prevalent in most industries today. Does that mean it has been normalised and become mainstream?

In this episode Jordan and Adam want to help you out with some strategies on how to ask questions differently and allow the team to probe alternate methods of achieving goals.