Vitality Chicago

MARCH 2, 2021

I am thrilled to announce the second edition of Agile Project Management. This is a long overdue update of the book I first published in 2015. And it is the best agile book I’ve written (so far). For a limited time, you can get a copy of the 2nd Edition of Agile Project Management for free.

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Leading Agile

APRIL 7, 2023

As a community, we have developed a handful of team-based Agile approaches over the years; some of which we would consider scaled. Implementing Agile, especially in larger, more complex organizations, still seems to be a black art. All the things we consider hallmarks of a small team, Agile methodology. But here we are.

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Vitality Chicago

JUNE 28, 2022

In 2021, I first published my list of the best agile books, organized by role. I am a big fan of book learning and I am happy that my recommendations are serving a need. This includes some newly published books as well as some I finally read. It isn’t easy to limit the list to just 5 best agile books!

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Managed Agile

MARCH 13, 2022

I get a lot of questions from people along the lines of: How do I become a project manager? How do I improve my marketability as a project manager? Important Project Management Tips. Being a good project manager in today’s world requires a lot of skill and judgement.

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Analysts Corner

DECEMBER 26, 2022

A view from business analysis reference guides It’s not new that a good application of business analysis practices (traditional or agile) helps Product Owners improve their day-to-day work. In the 4-Quadrants of Product Ownership , Business Analysis stands together with Product Management , Project Management , and Leadership.

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Data Pine

OCTOBER 25, 2022

But with so many business analytics books out there and so little time, how do you decide which ones are worth your time? But before we unveil our definitive rundown of intelligence and business analytics books, let’s explore some facts, figures, and insights that will inspire you while steering your success in the exciting world of BI.

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Agile Business Consortium

APRIL 6, 2021

We asked our fantastic community to share what one agile book they’d gift someone. We received excellent recommendations, and we've shared ten of our favourites recommendations below in the hope that they’ll help you on your agile journey. Migrating from “command and control” to agile coaching requires a whole new mindset.

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Vitality Chicago

JANUARY 1, 2022

I love books and most of the books I have today are on Agile, Scrum, or related topics like Lean, leadership or teamwork. For me, every book I read reminds me of just how much I have to learn. To be effective as an Agile Trainer and Coach, you really need to have a deep understanding of a wide range of topics.

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Adaptive US

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Are you an IT project manager looking to level up your skills and stay ahead in the dynamic world of technology? We have curated a list of the top 10 books guaranteed to elevate your game and equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed for success. Look no further!

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Vitality Chicago

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The sad reality is that though well-intentioned, most agile transformations fail. To be clear, agile transformation success is different than agile project success. Success rates for agile tend to be significantly higher than those for traditional approaches, and there are plenty of data points to support that.

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Leading Agile

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

When I first learned about Agile methods in 2002, the principles seemed to offer an ideal solution to many organizational issues common at the time. It’s time now to move forward to the next level of proficiency in software delivery; what we might call “post-Agile.” Stable Team. Dedicated Team. Team Spaces.

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Analysts Corner

JULY 7, 2023

Over the years, he honed his skills, delved into the nuances of the discipline, and shared his insights through numerous articles, books, and presentations. One of Karl Wiegers’ most influential books, “ Software Requirements ,” has become a cornerstone for understanding the field.

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Monday

DECEMBER 14, 2020

There are only really 3 types of project management methodology: Waterfall, Agile, and a hybrid model — and we cover them all in this guide. We know it’s confusing, so your best place to start if you need to know more is in our Project management for dummies article (not saying you’re a dummy, of course!)

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Vitality Chicago

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

BLUF: This post outlines 10 Ways You Can Help Your Agile Initiative Succeed whether that is adopting Kanban or Scrum or taking on an enterprise agile transformation. . I recently wrote a post about the 10 ways that Agile Transformations will fail. It may actually be best to avoid calling your initiative an agile transformation.

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Vitality Chicago

AUGUST 31, 2022

Agile ways of working have become extremely popular since 2001 when the Manifesto for Agile Software Development was published. But does agile work in all contexts? Would traditional project management approaches be a better choice for some contexts? Deciding When to Choose Agile over Traditional Approaches.

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Training ByteSize

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Agile Project Management qualifications are everywhere and spreading fast. And it isn’t only in traditional project management fields that we are seeing more people getting certified. Agile development tools like Scrum have long dominated the software industry. What is Agile Project Management?

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Vitality Chicago

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

I am excited to share with you my discussion with agility and resilience coach Anjali Leon. This is our first agile coach interview in what I plan as a series of discussions intended to bring some diversity of thinking and opinions and to amplify voices that may not otherwise be heard. I am calling it Fresh Agile Voices or FAVs!

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Vitality Chicago

APRIL 30, 2021

Human Resources may not be what comes to mind when you think Agile. Patty McCord was the Chief Talent Officer at Netflix and her book Powerful, Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility describes the strategic partnership she shared with CEO Reed Hasting through the growth years of Netflix. How can HR enable agile?

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Vitality Chicago

OCTOBER 12, 2020

In our October 2020 newsletter, we launched a new segment called “Fresh Agile Voices”. So we launched Fresh Agile Voices which feature brief interviews of agile coaches that include people of color, women, and others who are experts in agility. Tell us a little bit about how you got into agile ways of working.

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Managed Agile

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

I think it is a big step forward in the journey that more fully integrates an Agile approach to project management. The Influence of Agile on Project Management. An Agile approach relies very heavily on tacit knowledge. In the past, I’ve been somewhat critical of PMI ® and PMBOK ®.

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The Data Administration Newsletter

MARCH 20, 2024

In recent years, we have seen substantial pushback on many fronts against Agile as a viable and important project management methodology.

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Managed Agile

DECEMBER 28, 2023

What is value-driven project management? The very essence of what “project management is” is going through significant changes at this time. We need to openly acknowledge the level of uncertainty in a project and develop a project management approach that is appropriate to the level of uncertainty.

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Cprime

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Whether you’re currently using Jira Align or you’ve been considering the four-time leader for enterprise agile planning tools , you’ll want to learn more about the tool’s exciting new features and reports around budgeting and funding. The traditional funding model isn’t agile. The problem with agile funding.

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Managed Agile

JULY 17, 2022

One of my students asked me an interesting question about “Is there a Project Manager in Scrum?” Is There a Project Manager in Scrum? Here’s the complete question he asked: “In the SCRUM Guide, it is clearly stated that there is no Project Manager role in the SCRUM Team.

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Agile Business Consortium

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Book your tickets: [link]. Are you a business leader, project professional or just interested in business agility? The Agile Business Conference brings together professionals to make agile ways of working and business agility accessible. Peter Coesmans, Chief Agility Officer, Agile Business Consortium.

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Leading Agile

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

The best way to achieve early ROI with Agile is to create a delivery engine where the teams at the execution level are aligned with the business strategy. Or, to learn more about how we think about and approach Agile Transformation, you can download our Agile Transformation white paper here: www.leadingagile.com/whitepaper.

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Vitality Chicago

APRIL 29, 2022

Agile ways have become mainstream for software and technology teams. Can those teams and departments use agile practices to boost their business agility ? Can those teams and departments use agile practices to boost their business agility ? Applying Agile Practices to Boost Business Agility. #1

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Analysts Corner

OCTOBER 26, 2023

This time, we’ve got a collection of stories about business analysis, data, agile, and product and project management. We have some interesting write ups about agile, including the future of BA in the world of agile and scrum, and a very poetic comparison between writing good user stories and writing good haiku.

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Analysts Corner

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Requirements elicitation : we will learn how the use cases are still relevant in the age of agile, the importance of requirements traceability, and best practices in requirements analysis. Use cases have fallen out of fashion in recent years, being largely replaced by user stories on agile projects.

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Agilemania

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Recognized as one of the world’s foremost authorities on Lean-Agile best practices, Dean Leffingwell took it on himself to do something about it. He introduced the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). SAFe is based on following 10 Lean-Agile principles-. Most Common Reasons to Use Scaled Agile Framework. What is SAFe?

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Vitality Chicago

JULY 28, 2021

You can get your Disciplined Agile Certification without hardly trying. This includes the Disciplined Agile Scrum Master (DASM) certification and the Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master (DASM) certification. A question that many people ask me is, are other people getting their Disciplined Agile Certifications?

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Monday

MARCH 6, 2023

As a project manager, staying on top of industry trends, new techniques, and best practices is essential to stay on top of your game. Thankfully, there are many excellent project management podcasts out there with tuning into. Podcasts are a great way to learn on the go. One of our main values is being fully transparent.

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My Agile Partner

OCTOBER 26, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of project management, the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification stands as a valuable asset for individuals aspiring to enter the field. It serves as an entry-level certification that imparts fundamental knowledge and skills to help you excel in project management roles.

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Vitality Chicago

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

A question that I get frequently is what is the optimal number of members for my Agile or Scrum Team ? Second, for those of you who demand a specific answer up front, here it is – the optimal number of members for an agile team is 5 or 6 people. What is the Composition of an Agile Team? Is Your Team a True Agile Team?

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Vitality Chicago

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

If you want to stir people up, just call one of the popular agile approaches by the wrong label. We are Not an Agile Methodology! Not that long ago, the Disciplined Agile people underwent a change where they stopped referring to DA as a “process decision framework” and began calling Disciplined Agile a toolkit.

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Monday

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Project management is critical because it provides the leadership, motivation, and roadblock-removals that help teams introduce new products or services, grow revenue, and meet other company goals. According to a study by the Project Management Institute: In 2020, 11.4%

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Training ByteSize

DECEMBER 11, 2022

Top 5 project management trends to look out for in 2023. Project management has been around for decades, but the way we execute it has changed over time as a result of a pandemic, lockdowns, and hybrid work styles. However, that is changing thanks to the rise of new technologies such as digital project management tools.

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