Definitely, Maybe Agile
Adopting new ways of working like Agile and DevOps often falters further up the organization. Even in smaller organizations, it can be hard to get right. In this podcast, we are discussing the art and science of definitely, maybe achieving business agility in your organization.
Episodes
170 episodes
The PRFAQ Framework with Marcelo Calbucci
In this engaging episode of "Definitely Maybe Agile," hosts Peter Maddison and David Sharrock welcome Marcelo Calbucci, author of "The PR FAQ Framework." Marcelo shares his expertise from 25+ years at companies like Amazon and Microsoft, plus h...
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Season 3
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Episode 170
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30:04
Intake Funnels and Definitions of Ready: Measuring Progress in Agile
In this episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, Peter Maddison and Dave Sharrock dive into the nuances of intake funnels and definitions of ready—key concepts for ensuring work progresses effectively. They explore how traditional ...
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Season 3
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Episode 169
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14:28
Agile: The Cult, the Hype, and the Reality
In this episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock explore the evolution of Agile methodologies. They discuss how Agile represents solutions to persistent problems that may be rebranded but address fundamental ne...
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Season 3
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Episode 168
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18:15
Why Documentation and Terminology Matter?
In this episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock explore the critical role of documentation, terminology, and process definition in scaling organizational success. They discuss how leading companies like Netflix buil...
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Season 3
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Episode 167
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19:38
Quarterly planning
In this episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock explore the evolution of quarterly planning from traditional PI planning events to more streamlined modern approaches. They discuss how effective quarterly planning re...
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Season 3
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Episode 166
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16:04
Transforming Project Management: Embracing Agile and DevOps for true value and adaptability
In this thought-provoking episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, hosts Peter Maddison and David Sharrock explore how successful organizations deliver value in today's complex environment. Discover why project success demands both effective executio...
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Season 3
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Episode 165
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16:53
Product Backlog
In this episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock explore the nuances of product backlogs in agile environments. They discuss the tension between emergent backlogs and fixed feature sets, the importance of backlog man...
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Season 2
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Episode 164
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26:06
Rethinking Leadership in Decision-Making
Join Peter Maddison and David Sharrock in this thought-provoking episode of Definitely Maybe Agile as they explore the evolution of leadership decision-making in modern organizations. They dive deep into how traditional leadership models are be...
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Season 2
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Episode 163
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12:44
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
In this episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock explore the evolving complexities of calculating the total cost of ownership (TCO) in modern software development and delivery.This week´s takeaways:<...
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Season 2
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Episode 162
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15:27
Beyond Big Data to Smart Governance
In this thought-provoking episode of the Definitely, Maybe Agile podcast, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock dive deep into the evolving world of enterprise data management and its impact on modern organizations. From data hygiene to gover...
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Season 2
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Episode 161
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20:47
AI's Role in Modern SDLC
In this episode of "Definitely Maybe Agile," Peter Maddison and David Sharrock explore the application of generative AI in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). While many organizations focus solely on using AI tools like GitHub Copilot fo...
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Season 2
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Episode 160
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16:41
Common Pitfalls in Agile Transformations
In this episode of the Definitely, Maybe Agile podcast, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock explore the critical challenges they've encountered when working on agile transformations. From superficial leadership support to misdiagnosed organizatio...
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Season 2
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Episode 159
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12:48
Transparency vs. Micromanagement
In this episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock tackle the delicate balance between work transparency and micromanagement, particularly in hybrid work environments. They explore how breaking down work effectively, b...
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Season 2
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Episode 158
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17:00
Continuous Improvement Intertia
Why do even successful agile teams struggle to maintain their improvement momentum?In this compelling episode, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock answer this question and challenge the myth that continuous improvement is "just a mindset." Dr...
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Season 2
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Episode 157
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14:44
Onboarding
In this episode, hosts Peter Maddison and David Sharrock delve into onboarding in organizations. They explore the challenges and best practices of integrating new team members, discussing everything from formal training methods to hands-on lear...
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Season 2
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Episode 156
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18:52
Beyond Tech: Agile for Every Department
In this episode of "Definitely Maybe Agile," hosts Peter Maddison and David Sharrock discuss the evolution of agile methodologies beyond software development. They explore how agile principles can be applied to business processes, such as budge...
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Season 2
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Episode 155
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17:20
Nike's $25 Billion Blunder: A tale of misusing data
In this episode of the Definitely, Maybe Agile podcast, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock discuss a fascinating case study of Nike's digital transformation gone awry, resulting in a $25 billion loss and 32% market share decline over three years...
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Season 2
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Episode 154
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19:55
How work with audit in an agile environment
In this episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, hosts Peter Maddison and David Sharrock dive into the challenging world of agile practices in regulated environments. They explore the tension between modern agile methodologies and traditional audit r...
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Season 2
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Episode 153
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24:03
Why Your Productivity Push Might Be Backfiring
In this thought-provoking episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock dive into the complex relationship between quality, productivity, and organizational culture. They explore how external market pressures and a focus ...
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Season 2
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Episode 152
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18:33
Rethinking How We Measure Developer Experience
In this episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, hosts Peter Maddison and David Sharrock dive into the complex world of developer experience and its impact on organizational productivity. They explore the various methods of measuring developer experi...
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Season 2
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Episode 151
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20:18
Tailoring Your Message for Maximum Impact
In this episode of "Definitely Maybe Agile," hosts Peter Maddison and David Sharrock dive deep into the critical skill of understanding and communicating with customers. They explore common pitfalls in messaging, the importance of tailoring com...
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Season 2
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Episode 150
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13:06
Transforming Leadership for Remote and Hybrid Teams with Kate Megaw
In this episode of the Definitely, Maybe Agile podcast, hosts Peter Maddison and Dave Sharrock are joined by special guest Kate Megaw to explore the evolving landscape of leadership in the age of remote and hybrid work. The trio delves into the...
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Season 2
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Episode 149
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31:20
The Definition of Done
In this episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock dive into the often misunderstood concept of "Definition of Done" and its crucial role in measuring and maintaining quality in agile teams. They explore how this simpl...
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Season 2
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Episode 148
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12:24
Emotional and Rational Decision-Making in Organizations
In this episode of Definitely Maybe Agile, hosts Peter Maddison and David Sharrock explore the complex dynamics between rational and emotional decision-making in organizations, particularly when implementing new ways of working at scale. They d...
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Season 2
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Episode 147
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14:59
The Role of Agile Coaches in Modern Organizations
In this episode of Definitely, Maybe Agile, Peter Maddison and David Sharrock explore the role of agile coaches in organizations. They discuss the evolution of coaching in business, drawing parallels with sports coaching, and examine the value ...
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Season 2
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Episode 146
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18:09