Niall McShaneNov 22, 20213 minPair agile coaching; why it is important and how to do itLately I have been actively encouraging the coaches I support to see coaching as a team sport
Niall McShaneNov 11, 20213 minThe one trait that differentiates the best agile coachesAre you an agile coach that is doggedly determined to persevere in the face of heavy and ongoing resistance?
Niall McShaneOct 26, 20214 minInternal versus external agile coaches, which to use and whenIf you are an agile coach looking for your next role or someone hiring agile coaches I’d like to give you some of my thoughts on this topic
Niall McShaneOct 12, 20214 minHow to (agile) coach executives—nine things to NOT doGetting time in front of executives is a key opportunity to influence an enterprise; here's how to ensure you avoid some common pitfalls.
Niall McShaneAug 31, 20213 minHow to build a high-performing agile coaching teamAgile coaches have a reputation problem? This post has some insights on how to improve our reputation
Niall McShaneAug 17, 20213 minIt's time agile coaches were accountableThe Agile Coach role title is starting to become synonymous with non-delivery. This post will help you improve the impact of your coaching.
Niall McShaneAug 5, 20214 minOlympic agile coachingIt Olympics time; I couldn't help myself and had to write a post that's Olympic themed :-)
Niall McShaneJul 8, 20215 minThree unlearning moments that changed my mind about agileThere are moments that completely change your perception on a topic. I want to share three I had in relation to my role as an agile coach
Niall McShaneJun 24, 20214 minHow to self-assess your agile coaching competencyHow do you compare yourself against what the market wants and is willing to will pay for?
Niall McShaneApr 27, 20214 minYou're an agile coach; you bump into the CEO in the lift. What do you say..?In your first conversation with a leader, here’s one thing an agile coach should probably not discuss.
Niall McShaneMar 30, 20214 minWhat are agile coaches accountable for..?What are agile coaches accountable for..? This post summarises what 40 agile coaches said at a recent Meetup when I asked them the above que
Niall McShaneMar 10, 20214 minHow to manage your facilitation anxietyPeople fear public speaking so much its incredible, but as an agile practitioner we don’t have a choice; team facilitation is a key skill
Niall McShaneMar 4, 20213 minThree tensions agile coaches learn to navigateNavigating tensions is like walking along a ridge; one wrong step can lead to a (very) bad outcome. Here are some tips to keep you safe....
Niall McShaneJan 27, 20215 min4 steps to becoming a competent, self-confident agile coachI believe the role of agile coach is the best job to have; this post is my view on what it takes to confidently and competently execute...