In this stimulating session, we delve into the realm of mindfulness, demystifying the misconceptions surrounding it. Have you ever questioned, "Is mindfulness really effective? What does it truly mean? Mindfulness is BS! You're not alone!

We challenge preconceived ideas and explore how mindfulness can significantly contribute to your professional growth within the digital product sphere. Mindfulness isn't about nebulous spirituality or empty jargon; it is a practical instrument that can enhance your focus, fortify problem-solving abilities, improve overall productivity and innovation.

As we navigate the session, we'll provide you with clear insights into how you can incorporate mindfulness strategies into your everyday work routines. From managing stress during high-pressure deadlines, sparking creativity, to improving team dynamics, mindfulness offers the secret to unlocking untapped potential within digital product creation.

Embark on this enlightening expedition with us, and unravel how mindfulness surpasses clichés, transforming into a potent asset in the rapid-paced digital innovation sphere. Let's debunk the myths, embrace the possibilities, and harness mindfulness to propel your capabilities and knowledge to new heights

Agility in technology and development teams is great, an Agile Enterprise focused on the greater good is amazing. This presentation explores how to create a totally Agile Enterprise doing great things for customers, themselves, others and the planet. We delve into how to lead a complete Agile transformation across the whole organisation to achieve amazing results for customers, the organisation and planet. 

If anyone is going to understand the need for a good Long Game and Short Game it’s someone in a family of golfers. If one of these is off results will suffer. So is true in business and taking an organisation from a little bit of Agile and modern ways of working to a lot more of it!

Jacinta will share the strategies and approaches used to expand the use of Agile ways of working at APA in her role as Agile Centre of Excellence Lead.

Short Game – Learn how Jacinta jumped in to support teams who were already on the Agile Journey. How Agile Ways or Working were set up and tailored due to the very different nature of the teams. From large programs to single teams.

Long Game – When influencing change in an organisation it’s important to plant little seeds that can be introduced that over time lead to greater Agile adoption. Also to have top down and bottom up support. Jacinta will share her approaches in the hope that you can be inspired to try these in your workplace.

Facilitating engaging and productive meetings can be a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be. Lego Serious Play, a unique and innovative facilitation methodology, offers a fun and interactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making. This presentation will introduce Lego Serious Play and explore how it can inject creativity, collaboration, and enjoyment into facilitation processes, ultimately leading to more effective outcomes and increased participant engagement.

The Scrum Master and Product Owner roles (along with the "team") are well understood and described in the Scrum Guide as well as many other frameworks and publications. As organisations begin to mature and scale, a lot of anti patterns start to emerge with these roles, as well as adding traditional roles (such as change, release and project management) and additional agile roles (such as Agile Coach and Release Train Engineer). Given the simplicity of the three roles in the Scrum Guide for a single team versus the challenges of scaling, do we need to take another look at the team roles to help solve the confusion that so many organisations continue to face as well as question of value?

Join us as we ponder the question of whether we have outgrown the roles of Scrum Master and Product Owner or whether we just need more clarity on what these roles actually mean in the context of true business agility. 

Organisations undertaking agile transformations often talk about gaining momentum in the transformation. This is a very useful thing, in that once momentum is gained, the focus of transformation efforts (coaching, etc.) can be targeted to where they can best be used.

In this talk, we will talk about the formula for momentum and how to measure and apply this, with a focus on sustaining an appropriate level of transformation momentum. We will focus both at the organisational level as well as at the delivery team level, and I will share some of my experience in agile coaching, both what has worked as well as what hasn't. 

In today's dynamic world, traditional recruitment practices for core Agile roles like Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Agile Coaches often fall short. The lack of role understanding, misalignment of expectations, and over-commodification of roles contribute to this challenge. But fear not! Join us for an enlightening talk as Craig and Michael present their innovative approach to hiring the best Agile talent. Discover how we can break free from outdated practices and embrace a more effective, skill-oriented approach to recruiting top-notch Agile professionals. Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionise your recruitment process!

In July 2023 I attended a course at MIT (Boston, MA); Crisis Management and Organisational Resilience. This presentation covers the main findings of that course, how systems thinking and agility overlap with Crisis Management, and how the consistent use of agility as a basis for organisational thinking creates a foundation for organisational resilience.

In today's fast-paced and ever-changing world, navigating through a series of personal losses and challenges can significantly impact our mental health and ability to focus. When faced with such adversities, it's natural for the mind to freeze, and critical information can seemingly be wiped out, making the path to regaining courage and moving forward seem even more daunting. However, in these difficult times, it becomes essential to embrace strategies that foster resilience and deep focus, especially for improving mental well-being.

As David Goggins once said, "When you think you're done, you're only at 40% of your total potential." This conference talk delves into the transformative power of applying the concept of "Monk Mode" as a catalyst for personal growth and achievement, with a particular emphasis on its positive impact on mental health and cognitive functioning. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how Monk Mode can help overcome the paralysis of the mind caused by personal losses, enabling them to navigate through these challenging moments with clarity and determination.

Abstract Bullet Points:

1. Understanding the concept of "Monk Mode" and its application for deep focus work and personal growth.

2. Recognizing the impact of personal losses on mental health and learning to recollect courage to overcome challenges.

3. Embracing Monk Mode as a Resilience Tool for Mental Health:

   • Exploring how Monk Mode can bolster mental resilience during times of loss and adversity.
   • Strategies to improve mental well-being through the practice of Monk Mode techniques, overcoming cognitive blocks.

4. Nurturing Deep Focus amidst Adversity:

   • Utilizing Monk Mode to restore focus and concentration, aiding in mental clarity and emotional stability.
   • The positive impact of deep focus on mental health and cognitive functioning during challenging circumstances.

By attending this talk, participants will not only discover the wisdom of David Goggins' motivational words but also gain practical insights into navigating through personal losses while prioritizing mental health. They will learn to harness the power of Monk Mode in cultivating resilience, improving cognitive functioning, and nurturing a positive mental state, ultimately leading to personal growth and overall well-being.

An elite F1 racing team is designed to deliver optimum performance up to and including the driver. The F1 Team has a responsibility to optimise these critical components (tyres, aerodynamics, fuel efficiency, analysis of track conditions etc.) that drive performance of the system including starting at the top with the driver's performance.
Similarly, as agile, system and lean practitioner practitioners of high performing teams, we have a holistic responsibility and commitment to all of the components of a system including the 'driver' of that system, be it a GM, head of business, Tribe/Platform lead, or Scrum Master/Product Owner.
Performance coaching is based on the science of optimising human motivation and behaviour for any given endeavour. The self-coaching Leadership canvas is a lightweight coaching framework designed to improve a Leaders personal performance.
The canvas brings together over 20 years of performance coaching experience of business leaders designed to improve self-awareness, understanding, motivations & targeted actions.
In this workshop simulation participants will test drive the self-coaching leadership canvas working in groups of 3. The canvas will provide guidance on how to use highly effective and less well-known leadership coaching tools for the purpose of self-coaching performance. 

Alongside the growing awareness of neurodiversity is the growing diversity of the neurodiverse. 

Government organisations in Australia need to keep pace with the service expectations that we enjoy in the world of private industry.  As a result, Agile and Lean transformations are sprouting up all over local, state and federal government - with varying degrees of success.  With just over ten years of experience in the transformation of multiple government agencies and departments (as a government employee), Tyler will expose some of the things to expect when embarking on the journey; sharing hard lessons, hints, tips and critical concepts (and groups) to work with as you unfurl your change agenda!

Industry 4.0 marks our current technological era, blending physical, digital, and biological systems. All the advancements in society and technology over the past couple of years means we could fast be approaching the 5th Industrial Revolution. In this talk I will cover the predicted future and how Agile will continue to play a role for individual, team and organisational success. 

A storytelling game with a twist that can transform your work, relationships and well-being!

The Agile Manifesto values of Customer Collaborations and Valuing individuals & interactions cannot be lived without listening well.  Listening is the most important and most underrated leadership skill today. When we access listening from the heart, deep change can happen enabling us to uncover better ways of working, delivering and supporting each other to do it.

This session will offer the participants an opportunity to practice and experience a quality listening moment and discover each other differently while sharing and reflecting on their practice experiences.

LISTEN FOR… is a simple yet powerful card game in which the stories of everyday life become the catalyst for transformative change through the power of deep listening.  The more you play, the more you develop key skills to live a more connected, meaningful and sustainable life. 

The game is based on over a decade of applied research by Percolab, Samantha Slade’s book Going Horizontal and is linked to the international framework of Inner Development Goals;

BEING - vulnerability, authenticity and openness to change

THINKING - finding meaning and seeing patterns 

RELATING - Relating to oneself and others with kindness and compassion

COLLABORATING - embracing different perspectives, building trust

ACTING - Sustaining a sense of hope in uncertain times

The LISTEN FOR… game is inspired by many traditions and movements from storytelling and neuroscience, to appreciative inquiry and developmental learning. Its power is that it quickly opens up space to share, listen, and sense-make around difficult subjects — in a light and transformative way. The game's simplicity holds a depth that gives players a powerful way of connecting and creating shared understanding. Pulling cards diffuses power dynamics because nobody is deciding what should be talked about. This creates a space for magic and sense-making

What do Michael Jordan, Steve Jobs, Bruce Lee, Oprah, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Selena Gomez and the Wu Tang Clan all have in common? They all practice mindfulness! 

Mindfulness, a practice rooted in ancient traditions, has garnered growing interest in contemporary settings due to its potential to enhance mental well-being and cognitive abilities. By developing a deep understanding of mindfulness principles and techniques, individuals can tap into their creative reservoirs, fostering a mindset open to novel ideas and embracing experimentation.

Moreover, mindfulness equips individuals with the capacity to regulate emotions and manage stress, promoting cognitive focus essential for innovation and decision-making.

This interactive talk will give attendees the opportunity to experience the positive impact of mindfulness on a personal and professional level

How can 200 ping pong balls and an inflatable flamingo (and  more) help you improve flow in your organisation? We’ll tour through both principles and practices we’ve seen help and hinder teams in their quest for agility at scale. Avoid mistakes in this heady quest by hearing about those we’ve made on the journey. 

We all know that long-lived, stable teams are more performant then short-lived, rapidly changing teams.

But what attributes do we see in these teams that enables this performance? What are the common patterns of behaviour that provide these teams with their endurance.

In this session we will look at the common attributes and patterns we see amongst enduring teams. We call this the 6 C's of Enduring teams. But what are they and what do they provide the teams that enables this performance and endurance?

What things should you encourage to help teams establish this behaviour?

As a global travel company, Flight Centre was hugely impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic due to the halting of travel and laid off over 80% of its staff. As borders began to open, we were tasked with designing and delivering an ambitious program to redefine  how the company could transform to become an omni-channel retailer. We hired over 80 people, trained them and launched our Agile Release Plane. There are many stories to tell along the way, but the program was delivered on time and under budget. A team of scrum masters were key to helping achieve this and we would like to share our pretty cool story.

In a dynamic world where projects often face complexities and uncertainties, the path to success lies not merely in defined roles but in shared objectives. 'Goal over Roles' reflects a philosophy that prioritizes delivering excellence in project delivery through a Human-Centered Agile approach.

This enlightening session explores the synergy of roles such as Business Analysts, Product Owners, Delivery Leads, and Solution Leads, coming together to harmonize their efforts. By embracing a human-centric perspective within Agile methodologies, teams unlock the power of empathy, collaboration, and iterative feedback.

Join us in a transformative journey where traditional boundaries fade, and the focus shifts to achieving optimal value delivery. Discover how a Human-Centered Agile mindset enriches project outcomes, adapts to evolving user needs, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement. Let's embark on a path where projects thrive, not by roles alone, but through the collective pursuit of project excellence with humanity at its core.

Imagine what it would be like if you had the opportunity to build-in an agile and lean mindset and practices from the very beginning? Not having to fight with a pre-established culture or ways of working. Sounds ideal right? Well, that notion is put to the test as I tell the story of rapid scaling and dealing with customers who work different ways. In this talk I will discuss our journey of growth at MediRecords, establishing our ways of working, growing from 2 teams to 12 and how we used our agile and lean mindset to overcome the big challenges we had along the way.