Blogs & vlogs
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
Stop Looking! I’m the Team Psychological Safety Expert You Need #psychologicalsafety🚀 Big News Alert! 🚀Dec 12, 2024
You’ve Been Lied To About Agile: Is Agile Really Dead? Monika Malcherek Explains #agile🎥 AGILE IS DEAD?! Or is it just an empty shell? 💥 This time, Monika Malcherek joins Joanna's Tribe with a topic that will shake up the Agile world.Dec 11, 2024
Public Speaking: The Art of Finding Shiny Dots and Connecting Them! #publicspeakingIn this clip from a conversation with Joanna Płaskonka and Cyril Junior Dim @cyriljuniordim we explore how public speakers use familiar information to spark new insights. Discover how connecting 'shining dots' — the ideas your audience already holds — can lead to powerful and fresh perspectives. Perfect for anyone looking to elevate their public speaking game!Dec 11, 2024
Just Ship It! How Leadership Decisions Can Sink Your Product #LeadershipFails #QualityMattersWhen leaders say "Just ship it!" they may not realize the risk they're taking. In this short clip, Joanna Płaskonka and Martin Hinshelwood from @NKDAgility discuss how cutting quality to meet deadlines can backfire—and who should really be making these decisions. Protect your product, protect your business.Dec 9, 2024
What is DevOps? Definition by Donovan Brown #devopsIn this Short, Martin Hinshelwood shares his favorite definition of DevOps, inspired by Donovan Brown: "DevOps is the union of people, processes, and products to enable the continuous delivery of value to end users."Dec 7, 2024
The True Mark of a Leader: Creating Legacies That Outlast You #leadership #leaderIn this powerful excerpt from a conversation between Joanna Płaskonka and Cyril Junior Dim from@cyriljuniordim, Cyril reflects on the true essence of leadership: creating a legacy by empowering others to break barriers and go further. Through his work in universities and schools across Africa, Cyril shares his inspiring vision of success—one where future leaders surpass their mentors to achieve even greater heights.Dec 4, 2024