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Scrum Swarm

Scrum Swarm

Written by: Kirill Maksimkin
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Unlock Agile mastery with my podcast on Scrum, Kanban, Extreme Programming, Management 3.0, and Design Thinking tricks. Navigate modern corporate management and discover Swarming—an Agile technique for team collaboration. Overcome obstacles and achieve true agility with insights on Product Ownership, Agile Management, and Leadership. Join me on this journey to thrive, create value, and transform your approach to product development. Subscribe now and start your path to success!Kirill Maksimkin Economics Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • S2E1 - Effective Ways to Build Silos and Ruin Trust in Agile.
    Jan 12 2025

    In this witty and insightful episode, we dive into the counterproductive strategies that destroy collaboration, trust, and learning in Agile environments—so you can avoid them at all costs! From rigid RACI matrices to silencing employee initiatives and keeping teams isolated from customers, we break down the top 5 antipatterns that lead to beautifully dysfunctional organizations.

    But wait—this isn’t a how-to guide for failure. With a healthy dose of sarcasm, we explore the pitfalls and shine a light on fostering transparency, autonomy, and meaningful collaboration.

    Don’t miss this thought-provoking episode packed with humor, actionable takeaways, and a vision for thriving Agile teams. Subscribe now, share your thoughts, and join the journey to combat toxic practices!

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    4 mins
  • S1E5 - Sky is your limit
    Aug 11 2024

    Today, I want to share something that has significantly helped me in my work. Scrum events, roles, and Sprints, and many other techniques from other frameworks are powerful limitations that can boost productivity. However, certain constraints can be considered blockers and can hold you back from reaching your full potential.

    In this episode, we’ll discuss the difference and its importance of identifying and overcoming these obstacles to maximize your effectiveness.

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    11 mins
  • S1E4 - Too Many Priorities (Help!)
    Jul 27 2024

    Excited to share the 4th episode of my podcast, diving into new management techniques inspired by Scrum. In this episode, I discuss 5 key lessons learned from my team on maintaining focus and protecting priorities in an agile environment. Discover strategies to help your team stand up for their ways of working in a world of ambiguity.

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    11 mins
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