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What is an Agile Coach and what do they do?

Agile Coach, Agile Learning & Development, Uncategorized / Alexandra Togan

Agile Coaches often operate behind the scenes—but their impact is powerful. They help teams collaborate better, surface hard truths, and navigate complexity with clarity. But becoming an effective Agile Coach isn’t about enforcing practices. It’s about evolving mindsets—starting with your own. These real-world stories reveal what that transformation really looks like. From Expert to Enabler […]

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VUCA vs BANI – Which Will Come Out on Top ?

Professional Coaching / Alexandra Togan

What once was a stable reality for some, will never be again for most; A stable growing economy, a job for life and an ever growing need for the products we create for the world are not a certainty anymore…

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What is a Product Owner and what do they do?

Agile Product Management, Agile Project Management, Business and Enterprise Agility / Alexandra Togan

The role of a Product Owner is often misunderstood. Some think it’s just about managing a backlog or writing user stories. Others assume it’s project management in disguise. But real Product Owners don’t just manage features—they steward value, align people, and create clarity in the chaos. Their work is part product strategy, part facilitation, and

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Your vision is dead without the right team to enable it

Leading with Agility / Alexandra Togan

Involving teams in creating a shared vision, making decisions collaboratively, and taking collective action is a more effective and sustainable approach. The logic behind the “what” and “why” is clear, but the critical question is “how” to achieve this.

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Convergence in the Exploration Phase

Agile Coach, Coaching conversations / Alexandra Togan

The convergence phase is the final part of the exploration phase in a coaching conversation. After the client has explored a wide range of possibilities in the divergence phase, it’s time to help them focus on the most important insights that have emerged.

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How to Identify and Overcome Common Barriers to Team Performance

Agile Coach, Coaching conversations, Mentorships, Professional Coaching / Alexandra Togan

If you’re an Agile coach exploring ways to enhance your career, you might find the concept of mentor coaching intriguing. For those pursuing an ICF credential, mentor coaching is a crucial part of the process, as outlined below…

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What is Mentor Coaching and its benefits ?

Agile Coach, Coaching conversations, Mentorships, Professional Coaching / Alexandra Togan

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We are not as self-aware as we think

Mentorships, Agile Coach, Coaching conversations, Professional Coaching / Alexandra Togan

In my recent exploration of self-awareness, I came across an enlightening book by Tasha Eurich, which delved into the complexities and nuances of this often-misunderstood concept. Tasha’s work, based on extensive research, offers profound insights into the true nature of self-awareness, which is far rarer than most of us assume. Unveiling the Myths of Self-Awareness Tasha

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Agile Jargon Glossary

Agile Learning & Development / Alexandra Togan

Whether you’re a developer, product owner, scrum master, or simply curious about Agile, this glossary will serve as a handy reference to clarify terminology and enhance your understanding of Agile processes. Each term is explained with practical examples and context, ensuring that you’re not just familiar with the words, but also with how they are applied in real-world Agile environments. Explore the glossary below and get equipped with the knowledge to navigate your Agile journey confidently.

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Flexibility at the Service of Your Business: How to Adapt In-House Training to Your Agile Needs

Agile Coach, Agile Product Management, Agile Project Management / Alexandra Togan

Picture this: it’s Monday morning, your to-do list is as long as a CVS receipt, and you’re already fantasizing about smashing your phone with a hammer just to stop the notifications…

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