Episodes

Bringing Agile to Life: Resurrecting the Ball Game

This episode of “Here’s This Agile Thing” offers a deep dive into the complexities of teaching agile methodologies through interactive simulations, both in physical and virtual environments. The hosts’ experience and insights provide valuable perspectives for anyone involved in agile training or looking to improve team dynamics.   Hosts Mike, Matt, and Jeff delve into the nuances of agile training in both virtual and physical settings. Mike shares his excitement about returning to live training after a long period of remote work, highlighting the unique value of real-time audience engagement that’s absent in virtual settings. The discussion then shifts to the “ball game,” an agile simulation involving tennis balls to teach principles like cross-functional collaboration and handling work under pressure. The hosts explore the challenges of adapting this physical game to a virtual environment. They discuss various online tools and simulations, like the “game of circles,” which employs a virtual canvas for collaborative exercises. The conversation revolves around making these tools effective for teaching agile principles, such as handling work interruptions and managing team dynamics. Jeff emphasizes the importance of practical exercises in learning and the need to adapt training to the team’s specific context. The episode concludes with a plan to refine these virtual tools further and apply the lessons in upcoming training sessions.    

Bringing Agile to Life: Resurrecting the Ball Game

This episode of “Here’s This Agile Thing” offers a deep dive into the complexities of teaching agile methodologies through interactive simulations, both in physical and virtual environments. The hosts’ experience and insights provide valuable perspectives for anyone involved in agile training or looking to improve team dynamics.   Hosts Mike, Matt, and Jeff delve into the nuances of agile training in both virtual and physical settings. Mike shares his excitement about returning to live training after a long period of remote work, highlighting the unique value of real-time audience engagement that’s absent in virtual settings. The discussion then shifts to the “ball game,” an agile simulation involving tennis balls to teach principles like cross-functional collaboration and handling work under pressure. The hosts explore the challenges of adapting this physical game to a virtual environment. They discuss various online tools and simulations, like the “game of circles,” which employs a virtual canvas for collaborative exercises. The conversation revolves around making these tools effective for teaching agile principles, such as handling work interruptions and managing team dynamics. Jeff emphasizes the importance of practical exercises in learning and the need to adapt training to the team’s specific context. The episode concludes with a plan to refine these virtual tools further and apply the lessons in upcoming training sessions.    

Bringing Agile to Life: Resurrecting the Ball Game

This episode of “Here’s This Agile Thing” offers a deep dive into the complexities of teaching agile methodologies through interactive simulations, both in physical and virtual environments. The hosts’ experience and insights provide valuable perspectives for anyone involved in agile training or looking to improve team dynamics.   Hosts Mike, Matt, and Jeff delve into the nuances of agile training in both virtual and physical settings. Mike shares his excitement about returning to live training after a long period of remote work, highlighting the unique value of real-time audience engagement that’s absent in virtual settings. The discussion then shifts to the “ball game,” an agile simulation involving tennis balls to teach principles like cross-functional collaboration and handling work under pressure. The hosts explore the challenges of adapting this physical game to a virtual environment. They discuss various online tools and simulations, like the “game of circles,” which employs a virtual canvas for collaborative exercises. The conversation revolves around making these tools effective for teaching agile principles, such as handling work interruptions and managing team dynamics. Jeff emphasizes the importance of practical exercises in learning and the need to adapt training to the team’s specific context. The episode concludes with a plan to refine these virtual tools further and apply the lessons in upcoming training sessions.    

Bringing Agile to Life: From Virtual to Physical

This episode of “Here’s This Agile Thing” offers a deep dive into the complexities of teaching agile methodologies through interactive simulations, both in physical and virtual environments. The hosts’ experience and insights provide valuable perspectives for anyone involved in agile training or looking to improve team dynamics.   Hosts Mike, Matt, and Jeff delve into the nuances of agile training in both virtual and physical settings. Mike shares his excitement about returning to live training after a long period of remote work, highlighting the unique value of real-time audience engagement that’s absent in virtual settings. The discussion then shifts to the “ball game,” an agile simulation involving tennis balls to teach principles like cross-functional collaboration and handling work under pressure. The hosts explore the challenges of adapting this physical game to a virtual environment. They discuss various online tools and simulations, like the “game of circles,” which employs a virtual canvas for collaborative exercises. The conversation revolves around making these tools effective for teaching agile principles, such as handling work interruptions and managing team dynamics. Jeff emphasizes the importance of practical exercises in learning and the need to adapt training to the team’s specific context. The episode concludes with a plan to refine these virtual tools further and apply the lessons in upcoming training sessions.    

Bringing Agile to Life: From Virtual to Physical

This episode of “Here’s This Agile Thing” offers a deep dive into the complexities of teaching agile methodologies through interactive simulations, both in physical and virtual environments. The hosts’ experience and insights provide valuable perspectives for anyone involved in agile training or looking to improve team dynamics.   Hosts Mike, Matt, and Jeff delve into the nuances of agile training in both virtual and physical settings. Mike shares his excitement about returning to live training after a long period of remote work, highlighting the unique value of real-time audience engagement that’s absent in virtual settings. The discussion then shifts to the “ball game,” an agile simulation involving tennis balls to teach principles like cross-functional collaboration and handling work under pressure. The hosts explore the challenges of adapting this physical game to a virtual environment. They discuss various online tools and simulations, like the “game of circles,” which employs a virtual canvas for collaborative exercises. The conversation revolves around making these tools effective for teaching agile principles, such as handling work interruptions and managing team dynamics. Jeff emphasizes the importance of practical exercises in learning and the need to adapt training to the team’s specific context. The episode concludes with a plan to refine these virtual tools further and apply the lessons in upcoming training sessions.    

Exploring the Rot Economy

Podcast Title: Exploring the Impact of the ‘Rot Economy’ on Business Models and Agility Episode Summary: This episode delves into the intricacies of the evolving business landscape shaped by the rot economy, venture capital trends, and the role of agility in startups. The speakers discuss the sustainability of business models like Uber, DoorDash, and Cloud Kitchens, examining their profitability, customer value, and the changing dynamics in the venture capital sector. Key Topics: Venture Capital and Innovation Stagnation Zero Interest Rate Impact on Business Models Profitability Challenges in Companies like Uber and DoorDash Brand Loyalty and Consumer Behavior The Concept of Cloud Kitchens Agility and Iteration in Startups The Changing Venture Capital Landscape Summary In this insightful conversation, the speakers explore the challenges and dynamics of the ‘rot economy,’ focusing on how venture capital and low interest rates have influenced business models and innovation. They discuss companies like Uber and DoorDash, analyzing their struggles with profitability and the value they provide to customers. A key point is the comparison between traditional and disruptive business models, such as Amazon’s transition to profitability with AWS and the emergence of food delivery services. The conversation also covers the concept of Cloud Kitchens, a new business model proposed by Uber’s founder, focusing on efficiency in food delivery. They discuss the potential impact of such a model on traditional restaurants and delivery services, considering aspects like brand loyalty and consumer preferences. A significant portion of the discussion revolves around agility in business. The speakers emphasize the importance of agility and iteration for startups, especially in a rapidly changing business environment. They argue that startups need to continuously adapt and pivot to find product-market fit. Finally, the episode touches on the evolving venture capital sector. The speakers note a shift towards more prudent investments, with a focus on milestones and accountability, contrasting it with the previous trend of freewheeling investments during periods of low interest rates.

Exploring the Rot Economy

Podcast Title: Exploring the Impact of the ‘Rot Economy’ on Business Models and Agility Episode Summary: This episode delves into the intricacies of the evolving business landscape shaped by the rot economy, venture capital trends, and the role of agility in startups. The speakers discuss the sustainability of business models like Uber, DoorDash, and Cloud Kitchens, examining their profitability, customer value, and the changing dynamics in the venture capital sector. Key Topics: Venture Capital and Innovation Stagnation Zero Interest Rate Impact on Business Models Profitability Challenges in Companies like Uber and DoorDash Brand Loyalty and Consumer Behavior The Concept of Cloud Kitchens Agility and Iteration in Startups The Changing Venture Capital Landscape Summary In this insightful conversation, the speakers explore the challenges and dynamics of the ‘rot economy,’ focusing on how venture capital and low interest rates have influenced business models and innovation. They discuss companies like Uber and DoorDash, analyzing their struggles with profitability and the value they provide to customers. A key point is the comparison between traditional and disruptive business models, such as Amazon’s transition to profitability with AWS and the emergence of food delivery services. The conversation also covers the concept of Cloud Kitchens, a new business model proposed by Uber’s founder, focusing on efficiency in food delivery. They discuss the potential impact of such a model on traditional restaurants and delivery services, considering aspects like brand loyalty and consumer preferences. A significant portion of the discussion revolves around agility in business. The speakers emphasize the importance of agility and iteration for startups, especially in a rapidly changing business environment. They argue that startups need to continuously adapt and pivot to find product-market fit. Finally, the episode touches on the evolving venture capital sector. The speakers note a shift towards more prudent investments, with a focus on milestones and accountability, contrasting it with the previous trend of freewheeling investments during periods of low interest rates.

Exploring the Rot Economy

Podcast Title: Exploring the Impact of the ‘Rot Economy’ on Business Models and Agility Episode Summary: This episode delves into the intricacies of the evolving business landscape shaped by the rot economy, venture capital trends, and the role of agility in startups. The speakers discuss the sustainability of business models like Uber, DoorDash, and Cloud Kitchens, examining their profitability, customer value, and the changing dynamics in the venture capital sector. Key Topics: Venture Capital and Innovation Stagnation Zero Interest Rate Impact on Business Models Profitability Challenges in Companies like Uber and DoorDash Brand Loyalty and Consumer Behavior The Concept of Cloud Kitchens Agility and Iteration in Startups The Changing Venture Capital Landscape Summary In this insightful conversation, the speakers explore the challenges and dynamics of the ‘rot economy,’ focusing on how venture capital and low interest rates have influenced business models and innovation. They discuss companies like Uber and DoorDash, analyzing their struggles with profitability and the value they provide to customers. A key point is the comparison between traditional and disruptive business models, such as Amazon’s transition to profitability with AWS and the emergence of food delivery services. The conversation also covers the concept of Cloud Kitchens, a new business model proposed by Uber’s founder, focusing on efficiency in food delivery. They discuss the potential impact of such a model on traditional restaurants and delivery services, considering aspects like brand loyalty and consumer preferences. A significant portion of the discussion revolves around agility in business. The speakers emphasize the importance of agility and iteration for startups, especially in a rapidly changing business environment. They argue that startups need to continuously adapt and pivot to find product-market fit. Finally, the episode touches on the evolving venture capital sector. The speakers note a shift towards more prudent investments, with a focus on milestones and accountability, contrasting it with the previous trend of freewheeling investments during periods of low interest rates.

Exploring the Rot Economy

Podcast Title: Exploring the Impact of the ‘Rot Economy’ on Business Models and Agility Episode Summary: This episode delves into the intricacies of the evolving business landscape shaped by the rot economy, venture capital trends, and the role of agility in startups. The speakers discuss the sustainability of business models like Uber, DoorDash, and Cloud Kitchens, examining their profitability, customer value, and the changing dynamics in the venture capital sector. Key Topics: Venture Capital and Innovation Stagnation Zero Interest Rate Impact on Business Models Profitability Challenges in Companies like Uber and DoorDash Brand Loyalty and Consumer Behavior The Concept of Cloud Kitchens Agility and Iteration in Startups The Changing Venture Capital Landscape Summary In this insightful conversation, the speakers explore the challenges and dynamics of the ‘rot economy,’ focusing on how venture capital and low interest rates have influenced business models and innovation. They discuss companies like Uber and DoorDash, analyzing their struggles with profitability and the value they provide to customers. A key point is the comparison between traditional and disruptive business models, such as Amazon’s transition to profitability with AWS and the emergence of food delivery services. The conversation also covers the concept of Cloud Kitchens, a new business model proposed by Uber’s founder, focusing on efficiency in food delivery. They discuss the potential impact of such a model on traditional restaurants and delivery services, considering aspects like brand loyalty and consumer preferences. A significant portion of the discussion revolves around agility in business. The speakers emphasize the importance of agility and iteration for startups, especially in a rapidly changing business environment. They argue that startups need to continuously adapt and pivot to find product-market fit. Finally, the episode touches on the evolving venture capital sector. The speakers note a shift towards more prudent investments, with a focus on milestones and accountability, contrasting it with the previous trend of freewheeling investments during periods of low interest rates.

Exploring the Rot Economy

Podcast Title: Exploring the Impact of the ‘Rot Economy’ on Business Models and Agility Episode Summary: This episode delves into the intricacies of the evolving business landscape shaped by the rot economy, venture capital trends, and the role of agility in startups. The speakers discuss the sustainability of business models like Uber, DoorDash, and Cloud Kitchens, examining their profitability, customer value, and the changing dynamics in the venture capital sector. Key Topics: Venture Capital and Innovation Stagnation Zero Interest Rate Impact on Business Models Profitability Challenges in Companies like Uber and DoorDash Brand Loyalty and Consumer Behavior The Concept of Cloud Kitchens Agility and Iteration in Startups The Changing Venture Capital Landscape Summary In this insightful conversation, the speakers explore the challenges and dynamics of the ‘rot economy,’ focusing on how venture capital and low interest rates have influenced business models and innovation. They discuss companies like Uber and DoorDash, analyzing their struggles with profitability and the value they provide to customers. A key point is the comparison between traditional and disruptive business models, such as Amazon’s transition to profitability with AWS and the emergence of food delivery services. The conversation also covers the concept of Cloud Kitchens, a new business model proposed by Uber’s founder, focusing on efficiency in food delivery. They discuss the potential impact of such a model on traditional restaurants and delivery services, considering aspects like brand loyalty and consumer preferences. A significant portion of the discussion revolves around agility in business. The speakers emphasize the importance of agility and iteration for startups, especially in a rapidly changing business environment. They argue that startups need to continuously adapt and pivot to find product-market fit. Finally, the episode touches on the evolving venture capital sector. The speakers note a shift towards more prudent investments, with a focus on milestones and accountability, contrasting it with the previous trend of freewheeling investments during periods of low interest rates.