I looked online to find blogs, advice, and tips on how to implement Agile onto an existing technical project. I found a lot of comparisons, arguments on why Agile is great, and why it isn’t. However, the point of being Agile isn’t to memorize facts to win the next waterfall vs. agile debate. The point of being Agile is to practice it daily, and to get better at it everyday. Somewhere along the line, a leader in your organization agreed to making an Agile transformation and this is your chance to make a change.
The best advice I can give a program manager who wants an Agile transformation for their program, or to anyone tasked with implementing Agile is to live, breath and think Agile. Remember that you are setting the standards for software delivery. So, try not to take the title lightly. People will follow your lead. Next, find some books related to agile, organizational change, and leadership. Also, find a great podcast to listen to in the morning before heading to work. What helped me, was learning that there are people out there who are passionate about agile and it inspired me to learn more and do my best. Another tip is to find a group of people who are also passionate about Agile. This can be at your company, or find one on meetup. If you can’t find one, perhaps start your own.
So, if transforming your organization with Agile is now your task, then definitely be all about it and set the standard. Passion goes a long way and your efforts will be appreciated!
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