Episodes
AA201 - Mastering Stakeholder Communication & Management
If communicating with stakeholders on a regular basis is part of your work and you're looking to improve your stakeholder management skills, this is your podcast. We promise you'll learn practical strategies for effective stakeholder management that you can start using TODAY - or your money back!!! Join Prod...
AA200 - 20 Years in Tech: Lessons Learned
In this podcast, two tech industry veterans reflect and share candid insights from 20 years of navigating the ever-changing world of tech and software development. Join Product Manager Brian Orlando and Enterprise Business Agility Coach Om Patel as they talk strategies for recession-proofing your career, the...
AA199 - W. Edwards Deming's Profound Knowledge for Transforming Organizations
In this episode, we go back to the future with the groundbreaking book by Dr. W. Edwards Deming - "The New Economics." Join us as we explore this goldmine of wisdom on leading organizations that are built to last. This podcast is a no-holds-barred breakdown of Deming's System of Profound Knowledge and its fo...
AA198 - Better Communication: Mastering Crucial Conversations
In this episode, we dive into "Crucial Conversations" by Patterson, Grenny, McMillan, and Switzler, exploring essential techniques for handling high-stakes discussions in both professional and personal settings. Whether you're a team leader, product manager, or looking to improve your interpersonal skills, t...
AA197 - The Rise of Fractional CXOs: Pros, Cons, and Red Flags
Are fractional executives the future of leadership in tech startups? In this episode of Arguing Agile, Product Manager Brian Orlando and Enterprise Business Agility Coach Om Patel unpack the growing trend of fractional CXOs. We explore the benefits and trade-offs of hiring part-time executives, including: Ac...
AA196 - The Most Frustrating Question in Product Management
As a Product Manager, are you constantly asked "When will it be done?" before even knowing what "it" is?Learn why this simple question is so problematic and how to handle it effectively. Learn strategies for educating stakeholders, collaborating on roadmaps, and focusing on delivering real value instead of a...
AA195 - Tyranny of Plans & Planning in Software Development
In this episode of the Arguing Agile podcast, we dive deep into the corrosive nature of excessive planning in software development organizations. Discover how the tyranny of plans can stifle innovation, hinder adaptability, and lead to project failures. We explore the cognitive dissonance that often plagues ...
AA194 - What is an Enterprise Business Agility Coach?
What Does an Enterprise Business Agility Coach ACTUALLY Do?Discover the crucial role of Enterprise Business Agility Coaches in transforming organizations! In this episode, we dive deep into:How an Enterprise Coach differs from other CoachesWorking with C-suite executives to drive organizational changeMeasuri...
AA193 - Product Lifecycle Phases: From MVP to Sunset - A Guide for Product Managers
Discover the four critical phases of product lifecycle management and learn how to navigate each stage successfully. In this comprehensive guide, we break down:MVP: Building your initial product and finding market fitGrowth: Scaling teams and features effectivelyMaturity: Optimizing operations and maintainin...