Running, Falling, and the Core of Agile

How do you run? Years ago, when I worked as CrossFit Coach, I frequently attended workshops to improve in particular areas, including Olympic weightlifting and Strongman. One workshop I attended was called CrossFit Endurance, which taught the Pose Method of running. I've been thinking about how the lesson I learned from that workshop relates to how Agile teams … Continue reading Running, Falling, and the Core of Agile

Revisiting the Guidance on Cross-functional Teams

Like most things with Agile, the idea that teams should be "cross-functional" gets shared almost like an eternal truth, but it's an old idea that deserves a deeper look. I will explore different perspectives on cross-functional teams and the Three Amigos model, what benefits they're supposed to provide, and their gaps. I will also review … Continue reading Revisiting the Guidance on Cross-functional Teams