This post originated from an RSS feed registered with Agile Buzz
by Simon Baker.
Original Post: Me artful? You must be joking
Feed Title: Agile In Action
Feed URL: http://feeds.feedburner.com/AgileInAction
Feed Description: Energized Work's blog.
I mentioned before that I've been reading Artful Making. Well I've just finished it. The final chapter struck a paricular chord with me, ending the book on a high. I felt that, in many respects parts of it described (what I like to think) is my approach to working with teams:
Begin with some ideas of the desired results, but without preconceptions. Establish an iterative process to facilitate exploratory delivery. Recognize mistakes and failures as steps toward innovation. Coach the team on a journey that they cannot take on their own, using earned trust to influence their focus. You'll need subtlety, authority, and patience. Have diligent faith in an impeccable process and know that good ideas will emerge and it will produce something of value before the deadline. Throw out questions and moderate interactions to see many things converge over time. Facilitate without detailed or coercive direction. You can't supervise talented people just like you can't herd racehorses; you must lead them with passionate support and faith in their work. Appreciate the characteristics and capabilities of the team and each team member.
Previous Topic
. Well I've just finished it. The final chapter struck a paricular chord with me, ending the book on a high. I felt that, in many respects parts of it described (what I like to think) is my approach to working with teams: