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Sprint Planning & Backlog Refinement
Why proper backlog refinement before sprint planning matters — and what happens when you skip it.
Setting Up Backlog Items: Beyond User Stories
A backlog item is not just a user story. What it actually needs to be — and how to set them up so your team can execute.
Navigating Disruption: Insights from Industry Leaders
Dave Borzillo and Dave Stagney on disruption, innovation, and what leaders need to do differently.
Are All Agile Teams Scrum Teams?
A question that trips up a lot of teams. The answer matters more than you think for how you structure your work.
Recent posts
You're Not Stuck — You're Just One Better Way Away
The gap between where you are and where you want to be is usually smaller than it feels. One better way of working can change everything.
Agile: A Customer-Centric Approach
Agile isn't a framework. It's a mindset built around one thing: focusing on the customer. Here's what that actually means in practice.
AI & Rapid Prototypes
In 10 minutes: from an idea to a testable prototype using Perplexity and Bolt.new. Is this how we'll build apps from now on?
Teams & Communication
Effective communication in remote and hybrid teams — channels, meeting norms, and ensuring accountability without micromanaging.
Better Ways of Working
Real conversations on agile leadership, knowledge work, and building teams that don't need a hero to hold them together. Available wherever you listen.