Blogs & vlogs
Agile is dead? No, it works when done in the right way"Agile is dead!" Have you heard that before? Let’s debunk this myth together! In this short clip from a longer conversation between Joanna Płaskonka and Ralph Jocham, we explore why Agile isn’t going anywhere and how it’s like adopting a healthy lifestyle.Jan 13, 2025
How Atlassian’s Agile Testing Journey (and a Star Trek Analogy) Can Inspire YouIn this short clip from a conversation between Joanna Płaskonka and Marcin Kozioł, discover how Atlassian's journey toward agile testing inspired a fresh perspective on QA practices. Marcin shares how an unexpected Star Trek analogy from Atlassian's QA team helped highlight the benefits of integrating QA engineers and developers, leading to almost bug-free software and a remarkable transformation in quality assurance.Jan 12, 2025
The Secret to Driving Change: Embracing Problems as OpportunitiesDiscover why embracing problems is the key to driving collaboration and change! As a Certified Action Learning Coach, I share insights on why we should welcome that uncomfortable feeling and how real, meaningful problems inspire teams to experiment, innovate, and decide to change. Learn how to connect to challenges and turn them into opportunities for growth and success. Watch now to shift your mindset and unlock the power of problem-solving!Jan 11, 2025
Why CHANGE FLUENCY instead of change management?In this thought-provoking clip, Leslie Morse and Joanna Płaskonka explore the transformative concept of 'change fluency' versus traditional 'change management.' Leslie highlights how words and language shape our mindset, suggesting that embracing fluency fosters action, adaptability, and incremental learning, while rigid structures can diminish resilience and hinder change. Watch this snippet to discover how shifting our language can unlock new perspectives on navigating change.Jan 10, 2025
Do you need DevOps for Agile Software Development? The answer is simple!In this insightful clip from a longer conversation between Joanna Płaskonka and Martin Hinshelwood, Martin answers the question: do you need DevOps for Agile Software Development? The answer is: YES! There is the intrinsic link between DevOps practices and building software products in an Agile environment.Jan 8, 2025
Descaling Organizations: How to Focus on Real Value with Karel Smutný #morewithlessIn this episode, Joanna Płaskonka sits down with Karel Smutny to tackle the wild world of scaling agile. From coffee machine jokes to solving global inefficiencies, they explore why splitting teams isn’t always the answer and what "descaling" really means (hint: it’s not about coffee machines). Packed with sharp insights, real talk, and practical tips, this conversation will have you rethinking how teams work together. Oh, and don’t forget the hashtag: #MoreWithLess!Jan 8, 2025
Why Speed vs. Quality is a False Trade-Off: Insights for Effective TeamsIn this highlight from a longer conversation between Martin Hinshelwood and Joanna Płaskonka, we explore the critical question: How do we become more effective and build a culture of continuous experimentation and learning? Martin shares compelling insights, backed by data, on the fallacy of trading speed for features and why sacrificing quality never leads to sustainable success.Jan 7, 2025
DevOps Essentials: How Flow, Feedback, and Systems Thinking Drive Impactful ChangeThis short clip from a longer conversation between Martin Hinshelwood and Joanna Płaskonka dives into the core principles of DevOps and their transformative impact on organizations. Explore the power of flow techniques, systems thinking, and feedback loops in driving deep competence and meaningful change.Jan 7, 2025