Blogs & vlogs
Public Speaking Isn't What You Think—It's So Much More!This short video, part of a longer conversation between Joanna Płaskonka and Cyril Junior Dim, explores how public speaking goes far beyond the stage. From boardroom pitches to everyday interactions like dating and family negotiations, Cyril shares eye-opening insights on how public speaking permeates every aspect of our lives. Don't miss this thought-provoking take on a skill that can transform how you connect with others!Dec 30, 2024
Merry Christmas everyone!Wishing you happiness and health during this festive time, however you choose to spend it.Dec 25, 2024
Fear, Uncertainty, and Adaptation: The New Business ImperativeIn this short clip from a longer conversation between Joanna Płaskonka and Monika Malcherek, we explore the growing fear and uncertainty in today's unpredictable world. With Agile facing criticism and traditional models proving inadequate, the discussion focuses on the need for true adaptability and moving beyond illusions of control.Dec 24, 2024
Discovering Friendship with 'Kyre and the Cosmic Gates' #przygodykyreIn this video, Joanna Płaskonka explores the powerful lesson of friendship from Kyre and the Cosmic Gates. Drawing on research, Joanna highlights how the quality of our relationships profoundly impacts our happiness and life satisfaction.Dec 23, 2024
Agility Without the Buzzwords: The Competence That Matters #agileIn this thought-provoking video, Joanna Płaskonka explores the timeless skills originally highlighted in the Agile Manifesto—skills that go beyond buzzwords and trendy labels. The ability to adapt, inspect, and embrace healthy skepticism is more critical than ever in today's fast-changing world.Dec 22, 2024
Kyre and Cosmic Gates: The book by Agnieszka Topczewska Pińczuk and Marta Łapińska #booksIn this video, Joanna Płaskonka shares insights about the book "Kyre i kosmiczne Wrota" ("Kyre and Cosmic Gates"). This imaginative story combines themes of teamwork, programming, and energy from dragon poop in a fun and engaging way. Aimed at young readers, it encourages transforming problems into challenges while fostering collaboration and creativity. The narrative reflects the authors' passion for children's literature, making it both educational and entertaining.Dec 22, 2024
Scrum Reveals Problems #scrum #agileScrum and Agile aren’t here to save the day like Batman or a knight in shining armor. Instead, they help us uncover the truth about our challenges, become quicker, and more aware of the real issues. In this video, Joanna Płaskonka shares insights from her training sessions about the role of Scrum and Agile in revealing – but not magically solving – problems.Dec 21, 2024
Uncovering Better Ways: The Heart of Agility #agilemanifestoAgility isn't about a single path — it's about discovery and diversity. In this short video, I explore a key reminder from the Agile Manifesto: there is no one-size-fits-all approach. We’re all on different journeys, uncovering better ways.Dec 20, 2024