If you feel distant from your teams, consider trying a Gemba walk. This practice, derived from lean manufacturing, takes you directly to where the work happens. By observing and engaging with team members, you gain unfiltered insights into their daily operations. Relying only on middle management for updates can create blind spots, disconnecting you from […]
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When teams are fully committed, they are more motivated, productive, and resilient in the face of challenges. Committed teams have a profoundly positive effect on their organization.Their dedication to quality and continuous improvement enhances the organization’s reputation and competitiveness in the market. What do exactly teams commit to? Teams typically commit to A team (
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Project management has evolved into agile project management in has transformed the way organisations approach complex projects. Agile project management provides a flexible and iterative framework to achieve high-quality results quickly. In this environment, the Kanban method stands out as a powerful tool that complements and extends agile practices. This article explores how agile project
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“Kanban vs. Scrum” is a common topic of discussion. However, comparing these two is like comparing apples to oranges. Kanban and Scrum serve different purposes and can even complement each other. This article explores the distinct roles of Kanban and Scrum, emphasizing why they should not be viewed as mutually exclusive but rather as potentially
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The heartbeat of innovation thrives within high-performing teams. These are the teams where magic truly happens- where team members are not only skilled in their individual roles, but also work together smoothly to achieve exceptional results. If you want to deliver exceptional products, building a high-performing team is key. The power of Teamwork Picture this:
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We spend approximately 8% of our time in the office socialising. A “human moment” such as a simple smile can be a boost for motivation that we do not even consciously notice. During a work day the sum of all human moments has an impact on our mental health and to our performance at work. But as we now work mostly
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It took some time to accept that the advantages of moving out of my comfort zone on a long run are larger than the disadvantages. It helps me for example to learn and empathise with my clients on a deeper level. Teams have often to cope with uncertainty and to take risks that lie outside of
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Is your organisation struggling to innovate in a constant state of busyness? In today’s fast paced business environment, the need for “slack”, not just in timelines, but in mindsets, has never been more important. Therefore, I would like to step back and revisit a book I have read years ago: “Slack” from Tom DeMarco,
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Analysts, like Alex Edmans (who is professor of finance at the London Business School), emphasises that when businesses focus on their long-term smooth operation, taking into account both the social expectations and the obligations that arise from them, this works as an advantage. According to his book, “Grow the Pie: How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit”: “The
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Have you ever wondered why so many agile transformation initiatives fall short of expectations? You may have experienced related discussions about lack of management-in, top-down or bottom up transformation strategies and, of course, the famous discussions about mindset issues. It takes a mindset shift to change things in general, but what kind of mindset change
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