Back to Basics with Heather Eisele: Fixing Agile in a Complex World

Join host JP Garcia and special guest Heather Eisele in Episode 5 of the Flipform Think Tank, with a surprise appearance by Michael Driver! This lively discussion dives deep into the world of Agile methodologies, exploring how organizations can stay true to delivering value, embrace failure as a stepping stone to success, and get back to the basics of Agile practices. From rants about overly complex user stories to the importance of funding value streams over rigid projects, this episode is packed with insights for consultants, technologists, and business leaders. Whether you're in software development, defense consulting, or oil and gas, you’ll find practical takeaways to enhance your Agile approach. Don’t miss this engaging conversation filled with real-world examples and actionable advice!

Connect with the Guests:
Heather Eisele: heather.eisele@arwenenterprises.com | Agile Coaching

Michael Driver: info@iris-strategies.com | Defense & Manufacturing Consulting

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and Catching Up
03:00 - The Value of Independent Consulting
05:00 - Agile Rant: Losing Sight of Value in Organizations
10:00 - Heather’s Take: Delivering Value with Every Story
20:00 - Applying Agile to Non-Tech Fields (Defense Consulting)
35:00 - The Importance of Quantifying Value
45:00 - Telemetry and Measuring True Value
55:00 - AI in Oil & Gas: Balancing Bugs and Long-Term Value
01:10:00 - Embracing Failure as Part of Progress
01:20:00 - Heather’s Agile Rant: Back to Basics
01:30:00 - Closing and Contact Info

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