How to improve executive engagement
I was recently asked about how to better engage executives during transformation and design projects that are already underway. Especially when the organization is moving
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Embark on your journey to agile at scale
You have a high-level picture of how your scaled agile transformation could unfold. You decided which narrative you’ll use to frame the transition. And identified which
Design your own path to agile at scale
A few weeks ago we talked about the impact of consciously picking a narrative to guide your scaled agile transformation. In this post, we’ll discuss
Why we invest portfolio resources in the wrong ideas
In past articles, we’ve explored the nuances of managing an enterprise portfolio. Such as the difference between reactive and proactive management styles. Reviewing incoming requests and
Portfolio management isn’t just for executives
When you think of “enterprise portfolio,” it might conjure up an image of suit-clad executives sitting around a table, debating how to divide up a
One simple yet overlooked detail that impacts scaled agile success
You have a handful of agile teams and want to expand out. Or maybe your organizational leaders are excited about creating an agile enterprise. How
Moving to a Betterness Portfolio
This article is a little different from what I usually write about. But it’s a topic I’ve been considering for a while. And the book
5 fast and simple ways to make your projects less risky
Creating anything new and putting it out into the world is risky. Here are five quick actions you can take to lower the risk and
2018 Reading List
It’s a new year, which means it’s time for a fresh reading list! Cracking open a new title each month is an opportunity to step
How a fighter pilot changed an institution- The story of John Boyd
Experts say that an adverse culture and lack of high-level support can hinder change in complex organizations. So what can we do to drive change
5 ways to cultivate gratitude during complex projects
It’s the time of year to take a break from the external hustle and look inward. We gather around during the holiday season to reflect
Where low-value changes can play a role in your portfolio
There’s a challenge that I’ve seen both enterprises and individuals deal with. Deciding how to allocate resources between small, simple tasks, and the large, important projects.