Date |
Thu Jun 8
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM (EDT) |
Prepare | Read the assigned chapters prior to joining the session! |
Join Discord |
Session is on Discord, join here:
https://discord.gg/agileopencommunity. |
Tell Us Your Username | Once you are in Discord, ping @chris.e. to gain access to the book club channels |
Fees | 10 USD until 8 Jun |
Schedule | Occurs every other week |
Facilitators | Chris English, Amogh Patkar, Aleksandr Kofman, David Bulkin |
Connect with agile practitioners when you join the Agile Open Community Book Club. You read the selected chapters on your own and discuss at the bi-weekly event.
Owen weaves together insights from our evolutionary story as homo sapiens and collective wisdom. Here are some key points:
Ethos of Performance Coaching: His methods have been applied in sports, business, the arts, and the military.
Whakapapa: At the heart lies the Maori concept of our universal human need to belong.
In summary, “Belonging” reminds us of our true essence and the importance of connection in achieving collective excellence.
Included in your one-time $25 fee is the ability to attend as many sessions as you want while earning up to nine SEUs / PDUs.
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Sessions will be hosted on Discord.
Here is a short tutorial on how to download Discord, make an account, and join a server. You should complete the following steps prior to registering.
You should complete the following steps after registering.
In 2020, Chris began his agile journey with Grow-Lean by obtaining the CSPO. Since then, he has consistently collaborated with the Grow-Lean team to enhance alumni services. Chris's joint efforts have led to the introduction of innovative tools, such as online quizzes, which not only prepare students for certification exams but also enrich their overall learning experience. Committed to supporting both alumni and the broader agile community, Chris English and Grow-Lean have initiated complimentary services and events. Among these are the Agile Open Forum and the Agile Open Community, both designed to assist individuals regardless of where they stand in their agile journey.
I discovered Computers and Technology very early; playing Chip’s Challenge with my father using a Windows 95 Compaq Laptop is my earliest memory as a 3-year-old. The excitement of technology and gaming hasn’t waned in over 26 years.
I love enabling customers with unique solutions that support their product, compliance, and business goals. My favorite part of the day is providing customers with top-tier engagement and partnership and seeing the impact of my efforts on their programs. Receiving 5-star reviews while increasing contract billables multi-fold is my proudest achievement. Supporting remote, diverse, and multicultural teams as a Program Manager is exceptionally satisfying.
It is fascinating to navigate through complex requirements, be it for 3D Printing tools and techniques, Agile practices, or PCI DSS Compliance requirements. Leveraging institutional and instinctual knowledge and relevant data helps me efficiently support my customers’ needs. My success, skills, and growth so far can be easily attributed to my focus on ensuring my customer needs are prioritized to be best of my ability.
Humankind cannot gain anything without giving something in return. To obtain, something of equal value must be lost. These words have rung true for me for many years. From the first move away from family in Mumbai to the United States for grad school to my first job in Virginia, far away from close friends, another move to Canada last year. It has been a remarkable romantic experience for me personally and professionally. Not to mention the fantastic craft beer scene in Illinois, Virginia, and now Ontario!
Bilingual Agile Coach & Trainer with over 10+ years of successful experience in software development and Agile methodologies. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in various industries. Skilled in building rapport with leadership and stakeholders, building cross-functional teams, demonstrating exceptional communication skills, and the ability to think outside the box.
David Bulkin is a managing director and head of training services at Grow-Lean. He assists teams as a coach / mentor; delivers training, and builds product. He has trained 20,000 students, and impacted thousands via public speaking and coaching. Unlike many trainer/coaches, he continues to build systems.
David delivers training, including the CSM, A-CSM, CSPO and A-CSPO courses; and has trained over 20,000 students with over 10,000 of them being with the Scrum Alliance.
David mentors and coaches teams and individuals.
He does all of this while actively building software, filling various roles at different times, including designing, coding, testing, PO and Scrum Master (think about that, someone who does what they teach).
David's commitment to helping others, combined with his continued work as a team member, positions him to deliver practical perspective that will help you boost your career.
David's thought leadership in 2009 on progressive elaboration for agile requirements influenced what is now known as refinement (entering Scrum in 2011). David has successfully applied agile to manufacturing, marketing, sales, finance, and other areas outside of IT. He was an independent reviewer of the original PMI-ACP body of knowledge that fed the creation of the PMI-ACP Exam and has worked on the exam questions for the Certified Scrum Master Exam. David’s broad background ensures you are getting up-to-date ideas to apply.
David is an industry veteran with 40 years of product development experience. In 2001, David's eBanking Team at JP Morgan Chase implemented agile with Kent Beck, the Father of Extreme Programming (XP), and perhaps also Agile, was the team coach. In addition to eBanking, David was also responsible for Online Account Opening, Insurance and Retirement Services.
David's deep experience, his high energy level, and his continued hands-on work helps David stays practical and level headed. He is able to understand your needs so you benefit from his experience.
Are you interested in deep learning about agile and agile adjacent topics? Do you want to connect with other agile enthusiasts and share your insights and experiences? If so, you might want to join the Agile Open Community Book Club!
The Agile Open Community Book Club is a bi-weekly online event where we read and discuss the selected book related to agile topics.
To join the book club, you pay a one-time $25.00 fee to register. This provides access to all book club sessions covering the current book. A copy of the book is not included.
Scrum Education Units (SEUs) and PMI Professional Development (PDUs) Units are generally accrued at one unit per hour, which means if you attend all Book Club Sessions you will earn up to nine units.
The book club is open to anyone who wants to learn and grow with agile.
Drawing on his own Maori ancestry, Owen weaves together insights from our evolutionary story as homo sapiens and collective wisdom. Here are some key points about the book:
Ethos of Performance Coaching: Owen, one of the most sought-after Performance Coaches globally, unveils the ethos that has propelled his success. His methods have been applied in various high-performing settings, including sports, business, the arts, and the military.
Whakapapa: At the heart of Owen’s approach lies the Maori concept of Whakapapa, which signifies our universal human need to belong. It represents a spiritual belief that each of us is part of an unbroken and unbreakable chain of people who share a sacred identity.
Practical Insights: Owen shares practical insights, such as finding your identity story, defining a shared purpose, envisioning future success, and understanding the dynamics within groups. He emphasizes converting diversity into a competitive advantage.
Endorsements: The book has garnered praise, including being hailed as Gareth Southgate’s secret weapon for the England Football team. It was given to every England player during the European Championships.
In summary, “Belonging” reminds us of our true essence and the importance of connection in achieving collective excellence.
How to Register for the Agile Open Community Book Club
Encourages self-reflection on one's place within various communities, whether they be family, friends, or larger societal group and help others obtain the same level of self-reflection to improve work performance.
Thursday May 16 at 3:00 PM PT / 6:00 PM ET
Friday May 17 at 7:00 AM JST / 8:00 AM AEST
Every other week at the same time. Further details available after you join our Discord group.
Understand the importance of agile today and the benefits it can bring if properly applied. Explore the agile principles, values, and core concepts. Discover practices that will enhance your agile mindset. Learn how to become an effective agile leader.
Bring your colleagues and coworkers - this is a great opportunity to learn together while also strengthening your bond as a team.