Seven world-renowned leaders about problems, none used Agile
At the Amsterdam Business Forum 2026, I listened for the word “agile.” Agile is what I help implement, after all. I discovered not ONE speaker … Read more
The Ikigai Diagram Is a Meme. Purpose works differently.
The well-known Ikigai diagram with four overlapping circles has become a staple of workshops, coaching decks, and LinkedIn posts. It looks wise. It sounds profound. … Read more
16 Leadership Insights to Survive the Fastest Decade in Human History
Last week I was at Amsterdam Business Forum 2025. It felt like a mirror held up to the times. I collected 16 leadership takeaways from … Read more
The Future of Work Is Human—And Happier Than You Think
Today I had the chance to attend the Amsterdam Business Forum 2025, and I walked away with my notebook full and my heart warmed. Two … Read more
What is Agile Exactly?
Agile is an abstract concept, often confused with Scrum, post-its, or the use of Jira. When I recently explained it to a seasoned professional, they … Read more
It’s OK to be afraid as a Product Owner
As a product owner your responsibility is huge, and fear often lurks in the shadows. You might worry about making the wrong decision or facing … Read more
An effective 30-minute Sprint Retrospective Agenda
Near the end of a sprint, there’s often more work than you expected. Many teams decide to skip the retrospective to ‘save time’. Yet, taking … Read more
But…My team needs me!
I’ve seen many people care deeply about the team. They give it their all and forget themselves. And then they fall ill. Overworked. They can … Read more
The Backlog Refinement process of a Submarine Captain
In this post, we apply the extraordinary leadership of Captain David Marquet, as detailed in his book “Turn the Ship Around,” to backlog refinement. Read … Read more
This 100% Free Night-Time Ritual That Can Skyrocket Your Daytime Performance
Sleep — we all do it, but do we truly understand its depth and significance? Dr. Matthew Walker’s groundbreaking book, “Why We Sleep,” delves into … Read more