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Workshop facilitation

Ultimate workshop facilitation guide

Workshop facilitation

2024-01-09

facilitation
workshops
on-site
online

Learn how to facilitate and run workshops with this comprehensive workshop facilitation guide, covering planning, execution, and follow-up.

Ultimate workshop facilitation guide - online workshops

Workshop facilitation

2024-02-03

facilitation
online

Learn how to create engaging and successful online workshops with our ultimate workshop facilitation guide.

Ultimate workshop facilitation guide - on-site workshops

Workshop facilitation

2024-01-16

facilitation
workshops
on-site

A comprehensive guide to planning and executing successful on-site workshops, including tips and best practices.

Virtual workshop tools

Illustrating Flow and Small Batches with the Penny Game

Virtual workshop tools

2023-12-15

workshop games

Explore the principle of flow in agile and lean methods and learn how the penny game debunks traditional efficiency myths.

Planning and estimation

Mastering the Unknown - Predictable Software Development

Planning and estimation

2023-12-12

estimation
planning
product management

Learn how to create reliable forecasts in software development by understanding the complexity of the system.

How to Run a Successful Planning Poker Session

Planning and estimation

2023-12-16

estimation
planning
workshop games

Learn how to run a successful planning poker session. Discover the benefits, process, and tips for reaching consensus in a cross-functional team.

Progressive planning - the key to accurate forecasts

Planning and estimation

2023-12-14

estimation
planning
product management

Progressive planning is key to accurate forecasts. Learn how to plan progressively and avoid swiss cheese estimates.

What's a "Good" Estimate? Accuracy vs Precision Explained

Planning and estimation

2023-12-12

estimation
planning
product management

What is the difference between accuracy and precision, and why should you care? And how do you ensure your estimates are of the right type?

Product management

Mastering the Unknown - Predictable Software Development

Planning and estimation

2023-12-12

estimation
planning
product management

Learn how to create reliable forecasts in software development by understanding the complexity of the system.

Progressive planning - the key to accurate forecasts

Planning and estimation

2023-12-14

estimation
planning
product management

Progressive planning is key to accurate forecasts. Learn how to plan progressively and avoid swiss cheese estimates.

What's a "Good" Estimate? Accuracy vs Precision Explained

Planning and estimation

2023-12-12

estimation
planning
product management

What is the difference between accuracy and precision, and why should you care? And how do you ensure your estimates are of the right type?

Effective ways of working

The Perils of Multitasking

Effective ways of working

2023-12-15

multitasking

Focusing on one task at a time can increase productivity. This article explores the pitfalls of multitasking and the benefits of a more focused approach.