I work with clients to build productive work environments for developing software. I don’t have one-size-fits all solutions to push; rather, I explore each situation, listen, and gather information. I recommend actions that fit my clients’ context and unique needs.

When you are ready to achieve greater success in your organization, contact me.

I offer …

Consulting

You want to improve the quality of your software products. You want to know why things aren’t working, even after you’ve implemented promising changes.

I can help you discover what really inhibits performance. Using one-on-one interviews, focus groups, observation and artifact review we identify inhibiting factors. In a facilitated session with the appropriate management group, we review, share recommendations, and lay out next steps.

After we’ve decided on a course of action, I work throughout the organization to achieve sustainable change.

Agile Transition

I help companies realize the benefits of Agile methods by guiding change on the team and organizational levels.

My approach to Agile adoption is based on sound organizational theory and principles of agility such as,

• Understand the current context, and the need and business case for adopting Agile principles and methods
• Identify high value actions and tackling them first
• Planning iteratively, and incorporating what you learn in each step to the next round of planning
• Taking advantage of opportunities as they emerge

As part of Agile transitions, I coach teams and help managers perform the new work of management in Agile organizations.

Management Coaching

Learning to be a great manager is a challenge. Most people (and organizations) can’t afford the time to learn by trial and error. I help new managers accelerate their learning curve. I coach experienced managers to create an environment for success—for themselves and the people they manage.

I’ll help you expand your management toolkit to:

• Identify the information you need to do your job
• Identify high value work and avoid low value work
• Offer timely feedback
• Coach for improved performance
• Influence across the organization

I offer in-person and phone coaching.

Retrospectives

I’m one of the world’s top experts in retrospectives and facilitation. I can develop a core of retrospective leaders who will bring this method of learning and continuous improvement to your organization.

If you want to learn not to repeat the mistakes of controversial projects, I will facilitate a customized retrospective to help future projects succeed.

Facilitation

If your group is facing an important decision, such as creating a strategy, recommendation, or choosing between alternatives, you will benefit from the support of a skilled facilitator.

I work to understand what you hope to accomplish and lead your group to achieve and own the result. I know when to apply a light touch and when a more assertive approach will move the group forward.