The Rise and Fall of Agile: A Deep Dive with Martijn Delmijer

In this episode of 'Agile, Actually,' hosts Martin Hinshelwood and Simon Reindl, along with guest Maarten Dalmijn, dissect the burgeoning popularity of Agile and its subsequent pitfalls. They explore why Agile might have become 'too popular for its own good,' citing the lack of expertise to meet demands and the resulting disillusionment. Dalmijn shares insights from his extensive experience in Agile roles and offers a glimpse into his book on sprint goals. The discussion also delves into the evolution of Agile, the importance of principles over frameworks, and the challenge of sustaining Agile methodologies in large organizations. Don't miss this thoughtful conversation on the future and transformation of Agile practices.

00:00 The Rise and Fall of Agile Popularity

02:17 The Current State of Agile

03:33 Challenges in Agile Adoption

07:52 The Spotify Model and Its Impact

11:04 Systemic Change and Organizational Challenges

23:22 Principles Over Frameworks

34:22 Embracing Lifelong Learning

37:55 Encouraging Entrepreneurial Spirit

39:51 Curiosity as a Driver for Change

43:03 The Reality of Job Constraints

44:12 Creating Empowering Work Environments

46:01 Collaboration and Ecosystem Building

49:48 The Complexity of Organizational Change

51:11 Managing Work in Progress (WIP)

54:35 The Future of Agile and Organizational Evolution

01:04:42 Parting Thoughts and Reflections

Learn how to navigate power dynamics in Agile transformations with insights from Laurens Bonnema. Understand the political landscape of corporate environments. 🎥 Dive into the world of organisational power dynamics with Laurens Bonnema as we explore the intersection of Agile transformations and political economy. From understanding power struggles to practising political skills, this video offers a deep dive into the realities of corporate environments. Whether you're a Scrum Master, Product Owner, or Agile Coach, these insights will help you navigate and influence the political landscape in your organisation. 🌟 00:00:06 Introduction to Hans Morgenthau’s Realist Theory 00:00:39 Introduction of Guest Laurens Bonnema 00:01:28 Political Economy in Organisations 00:03:59 Realism Tempered with Idealism 00:07:47 Power Dynamics in Corporate Environments 00:11:20 Challenges of Political Engagement in Organisations 00:16:30 Training and Practising Political Skills 00:21:45 Agile Transformations and Power Redistribution 00:27:57 Managing Organisational Change 00:33:33 Special Forces vs. Regular Teams 00:38:00 Communicating and Building Political Capital 00:43:45 Books and Resources on Power Dynamics 00:48:00 Final Thoughts and Tips

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