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Agile Community Network
by nuAgility
Do you need assistance with your Agile adoption? Or would you like to share what worked or didn’t work during your adoption process in your own company? If so, we invite you to participate in the Agile Community Network. The ACN Podcast is recorded monthly at our live events. If you want to join that event, please visit acnpodcast.org to register. Help support the show by becoming an ACN supporting member or sponsor today!
Episodes
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Is AI Really Making Software Cheaper?
AI can make writing code faster, but what happens to the work that follows? In episode 116, the ACN community shares experiences with growing demands on testing, security, maintenance, and support, alongside pressure to add features simply because they’re easier to build. The conversation…
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Can Agile Scale Without Exhaustion?
Scaling Agile can leave people spending more time coordinating work than doing it. In episode 115, the ACN community examines the exhaustion that builds when new frameworks sit on top of old systems and people become the glue holding everything together. Practitioners share successes and…
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Agile by Another Name?
Are product operating models a fresh direction or Agile under a new name? In Episode 114, the ACN community explores what’s changing, what sounds familiar, and what it means for Agile practitioners. From connecting teams to customer outcomes to speaking a language leaders understand, the...
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What’s Next for Agile Coaches?
What’s next for Agile coaches when the skills still matter, but the jobs are changing? In Episode 113, the ACN community shares candid career advice for navigating a tougher market, communicating the business problems you solve, and building skills in AI and product delivery. From strengthening...
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Is AI Redefining Leadership?
Episode 112 explores how AI is reshaping the work of managers, project leaders, and Agile practitioners beyond just writing code. The panel and participants at the ACN live event discuss how automating reports and routine tasks can create room for coaching, better decisions, and stronger human...
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Rebuilding Morale
Episode 111 takes an honest look at workplace morale in 2026, as layoffs, AI uncertainty, and constant change strain trust and motivation. Ray and the panel explore what helps beyond pizza parties, sharing practical ways to strengthen agency, recognize meaningful contributions, and create space…
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Where Agile Is Quietly Winning
Episode 110 is a hopeful, high-energy look at where Agile is actually working today, with real examples from manufacturing, nonprofits, government, and beyond. Ray and the panel cut through the usual negativity to explore how adaptability, collaboration, and a focus on value are still helping…
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Is Agile the Problem or is this an Organizational Disease?
In ACN Episode 109, we explored a common question many organizations are asking today: when Agile seems to fail, is Agile really the problem, or is it revealing deeper organizational issues? In most cases, it is more the organizational dysfunction that Agile is shining a light on. Join Shawna...
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Change That Sticks
In this episode, we talk about what it takes to make change stick—especially when “Agile transformation” becomes a label instead of real progress. We cover the common pitfalls, the role of culture and middle management, and why clear goals, real investment, and continuous improvement matter. The...
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Staying Resilient in a Layoff Era
In this episode of the Agile Community Network, we discuss how to stay resilient amid constant layoffs and uncertainty. We look at the emotional and professional challenges workers face today and share practical, Agile-inspired strategies for staying grounded, adaptable, and future-ready. Whether...
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Agile Burnout
In this episode, we explore the growing issue of Agile burnout — when teams lose their spark and the work begins to feel like just another mundane task. We unpack why this happens, how organizations contribute to it, and what leaders can do to bring energy and balance back to their teams. Tune in...
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Tools Over People
One of the biggest challenges facing the Agile community today is the way tools are used. Too often, they become a substitute for conversation and collaboration, rather than a support for them, leaving us falling short of the intent behind Agile’s values and principles. In this episode, we…
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Rebuilding Communities of Practice
In this episode, we discuss how to re-engage Agile Communities of Practice during periods of declining participation by clarifying their purpose, fostering psychological safety, rotating facilitators, designing for active involvement, and introducing new, relevant topics to keep the community...
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Does your boss understand what you do?
In this episode, we explore ways to move from "my boss doesn't understand what I do" to strategies for resolving the issue. Ways to help your boss recognize, appreciate, and advocate for your work. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila Eckert, Sheila McGrath, April Mills,...
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Talking to The C-Suite
Are your agile efforts getting lost in translation? In this episode, we share practical ways for how agilists can talk to the C-suite in a language they understand. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila Eckert, Sheila McGrath, April Mills, Hendrik Esser, Ray Arell, and all…
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Policy or Empowerment?
In this episode, we examine how teams are influenced by the extent to which policy or empowerment affects them and how we can support them. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila Eckert, Sheila McGrath, April Mills, Hendrik Esser, Ray Arell, and all the callers to the monthly...
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Does Lean help Agile?
In episode 100 of the ACN podcast, we celebrate being the longest continuously running podcast focused on Agile and improving work practices in companies. In this episode, we also examine how Lean and Agile principles and methodologies complement one another. Are they compatible? Should one take...
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Creating Flow
In episode 99 of the ACN podcast, we explore the concept of “flow” and why it’s more than just a buzzword. We explore how nurturing a state of flow can transform individual performance, team dynamics, and overall company culture. This episode marks our transition from the Agile Coaching Network…
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Fixing a Broken Culture
In episode 98 of the ACN podcast, we delve into the broken culture within our team and company and explore ways to address it. We also discuss how to safeguard ourselves while coaching teams that are experiencing this dysfunction. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila…
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Agile in Mergers and Acquisitions
In episode 97 of the ACN podcast, we explore Agile's role in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), emphasizing the early involvement of Agile leaders to foster collaboration, transparency, and cultural alignment. Drawing from personal experiences, we discuss overcoming M&A challenges like resistance to...
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Looking ahead to 2025 and celebrating 2024
In episode 96 of the Agile Coaching Network, we looked ahead to Agile in 2025, envisioning more flexible, hybrid frameworks, a growing role for AI, and a strong emphasis on collaboration, learning, and celebrating our wins for 2024. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila...
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Agile in the Age of AI
In this episode, we explore how AI can help your teams build better products and more fully embrace Agile principles. We also discuss the potential downsides of over-reliance on AI, such as reduced team interaction, inflexibility, and the risk of biased or misguided decisions. Join Shawna…
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Organizational Change
In this episode, we will delve into various organizational change models, explore common pitfalls to avoid, provide strategies for effectively managing resistance to change, and showcase inspiring success stories from across the industry. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen…
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The Aftermath of Layoffs
In this episode, we offer guidance to those affected by layoffs—both individuals now seeking new employment and those remaining who are dealing with the emotional and practical challenges of losing a co-worker. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila Eckert, Sheila McGrath,...
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Is Transformation a Flawed Concept?
In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of transformation within our business, questioning whether it is fundamentally flawed. We'll explore the challenges, misconceptions, and potential pitfalls often accompanying transformation initiatives and discuss whether pursuing change might...
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Simplicity, the true power of Agile.
In this podcast episode, we dive deep into one of the most frequently misunderstood principles: simplicity. We explore its true meaning, debunk common misconceptions, and discuss how embracing simplicity can lead to more efficient workflows, better decision-making, and a more precise focus on...
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Value of Agile Coaches
In this podcast episode, we delve into the various obstacles that Agile coaches encounter when attempting to quantify and demonstrate their impact and value within organizations. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila Eckert, Sheila McGrath, Hendrik Esser, Ray Arell, and all...
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Are Companies Backing Away From Agile?
In this episode, we explore interesting trends in the industry, leading us to delve deeper into whether companies are backing away from Agile. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila Eckert, Sheila McGrath, Hendrik Esser, Ray Arell, and all the callers to the monthly live…
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Responding to Changing Requirements
In this episode, we will be addressing the challenges that arise when requirements change unexpectedly or when flexibility is needed in our teams, companies, products, or customers. This may involve tackling problems related to our processes, planning, technical debt, legacy systems, as well as...
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Leadership Traits for Building Customer-Centric Teams
In this episode, we will be discussing the essential leadership traits that are required to build a customer-centric organization. We will analyze the characteristics of expert, achiever, and catalyst leaders, emphasizing the effectiveness of inclusive leadership. Additionally, we will explore…
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Is it really back-to-basics for Agile?
In this episode, we discuss Jon Kern’s, coauthor of the Agile Manfesto, LinkedIn post calling for a return to Agile basics and reimagining it for the future. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila Eckert, Sheila McGrath, Hendrik Esser, Ray Arell, and all the callers to the...
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Influence and Ways to Improve it
In this episode, we will discuss the key components of influence and techniques for enhancing it to improve your work as a coach. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila Eckert, Sheila McGrath, Hendrik Esser, Ray Arell, and all the callers to the monthly live event as we…
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Strategic Agility
In this episode, we'll explore methods to improve organizational responsiveness by aligning strategic and tactical delivery and creating a system that fosters strategic agility. We'll also delve into the complexities of establishing a stronger and more comprehensive business system, discussing…
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Advice on Coaching a New Agile Team
In this episode, we discuss techniques for starting a new coaching engagement with a team and getting them headed in the right direction. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila Eckert, Sheila McGrath, Ray Arell, and all the callers to the monthly live event as we explore…
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Learning Spike: Abandoning the Agile Brand
During the Agile 2023 event, I couldn't help but notice a significant number of individuals I met had chosen to remove the term "Agile" from their job titles. This observation prompted a valuable learning spike, where we delve into the reasons behind this trend and explore potential actions to...
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The Agile Industrial Complex
This episode explores the often-discussed unhealthy relationship between adopting organizations, consultancies, certificate providers, and framework and tool vendors, commonly called the "Agile Industrial Complex." Is this phenomenon real, and what can be done about it if it is? Join Shawna...
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Agile Risk Mitigation and Tips for a New Team Coach
This episode delves into Agile methodology and its potent role in mitigating risks. We also explore the art of persuading and enlisting others in adopting these approaches for effective risk reduction. Also, in this episode, we discuss some tips when coaching a new team. Join Shawna Cullinan…
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What about the people!!!
In this episode, we explore how companies prioritizing processes over nurturing their workforce's skills and executing Agile with an outdated command and control mindset can lead to a culture where individuals feel ignored and underappreciated, despite their invaluable contributions to product...
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Has Agile Jumped the Shark?
In this episode, we delve into the question of whether Agile has "jumped the shark." We examine the current state of Agile and whether it still provides value to organizations in today's rapidly changing business environment. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila Eckert,...
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ACN Learning Spike: the Cynefin Framework
Welcome to the ACN Learning Spike! Our short, informative episodes are designed to provide insights on various topics that can enhance your coaching or organizational agility. In our debut episode, we'll give an overview of the Cynefin Framework, so sit back and prepare to learn. If you want to...
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Balancing the "how" and "why" in product delivery
In today's fast-paced world, we often prioritize the "how" of building things - the methods, tools, and resources we use to deliver results. However, in our eagerness to achieve our goals, we sometimes lose sight of the "why" - the deeper purpose and meaning behind our actions. In this episode,...
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Communities of Practice the Benefits and Challenges
In this episode, we discuss the benefits and challenges of communities of practice. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Sheila Eckert, Sheila McGrath, Hendrik Esser, Ray Arell, and all the callers to the monthly live event as we explore topics related to Agile. For details on the...
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Laid Off in the Age of AI
In this episode, we talk about recent layoffs and ways to maneuver your career in the age of AI. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Hendrik Esser, Ray Arell, and all the callers to the monthly live event as we explore topics related to Agile. For details on the next live event,...
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Focus! How do we help people find it?
This episode explores how we help teams to achieve focus, especially with remote work. Also, with this being our end-of-the-year podcast, we ask what we need to celebrate this year. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Hendrik Esser, Ray Arell, and all the callers to the monthly...
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When Coaching is no Longer Coaching
This episode explores how sometimes coaching becomes merely an expert leader using coaching language to drive a narrow self-serving agenda. We talk about this anti-pattern and look for better approaches to coaching others. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Hendrik Esser, Ray...
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Agile Transformation Strategies
This episode explores people's go-to strategies for an Agile transition within a company. We also examine what works well with those strategies, and we work to understand the key gaps. Join Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Hendrik Esser, Ray Arell, and all the callers to the…
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Teal Organization and its fit inside Agile. Plus, Agile metrics
In this episode, we explore how Teal organization theory fits inside Agile. Is this a model that more companies should use along with Agile? Also, by popular demand, we are talking again about Agile metrics. Come explore these topics along with the ACN community. Join Hendrik Esser, Shawna...
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Impediments
This episode explores impediments and what we can do about them. Join Hendrik Esser, Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana Larsen, Ray Arell, and all the callers to the monthly live event as we explore the topics. If you want to join us for the next live recording, please visit...
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What would you have done differently?
In this episode, we explore with what you know today what you would have done differently in your Agile Coaching. Would you have put a strong infancies on culture or perhaps a given Agile method? Perhaps you would have done something else. Come explore the topic along with the ACN community. Join...
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Ways to Coach and Foster Innovation
Creating a competitive advantage means more than Agile building efficiencies in delivery--it is also about innovative solutions. So how in Agile do we do that? This episode explores how we can coach and foster innovation within Agile. Join Hendrik Esser, Shawna Cullinan, Jörg Pietruszka, Diana...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Do you need assistance with your Agile adoption? Or would you like to share what worked or didn’t work during your adoption process in your own company? If so, we invite you to participate in the Agile Community Network. The ACN Podcast is recorded monthly at our live events. If you want to join that event, please visit acnpodcast.org to register. Help support the show by becoming an ACN supporting member or sponsor today!
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