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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
Team Psychological Safety TPS definition by professor Amy Edmondson #psychologicalsafetyDiscover Professor Amy Edmondson's concept of Team Psychological Safety—the shared belief that your team is a safe space for taking interpersonal risks.Dec 17, 2024
The False Promise of Agile: It’s Not Just Fast and Cheap #agileIn this clip from a conversation between Joanna Płaskonka and Monika Malcherek, they confront one of the most damaging misconceptions about Agile: the false promise that it's always "fast and cheap." While Agile can improve efficiency and reduce costs, oversimplifying it to a quick fix leads to frustration and unrealistic expectations. Dec 16, 2024
When Agile Becomes a Circus: The Pain of Meaningless Ceremonies #agileIn this clip from a conversation between Joanna Płaskonka and Monika Malcherek, they explore a common frustration in many Scrum teams: the transformation of valuable Scrum events into meaningless rituals. Why do developers often feel like they're trapped in a circus, just going through the motions? The answer lies in a lack of understanding about the true purpose and value of these events. That's why deeper understanding is crucial to prevent Scrum from becoming a series of empty ceremonies.Dec 15, 2024
Purrmission to Pause: Take Care of Yourself and Don't Forget to RestA gentle reminder from the world's most zen creature: the cat. As you listen to the soothing sound of purring, let yourself pause, breathe, and rest. In the midst of busy days, self-care isn't a luxury – it's a necessity. Trust me, your future creativity and effectiveness will thank you for that. Take a moment. You have purrmission to pause. 🐾Dec 14, 2024