This document provides tips for high-performing distributed agile teams. It suggests using video conferencing, having good lighting and sound quality, and defining communication etiquettes. Regular stand-ups and working out loud help remote teams collaborate effectively. While technology has improved, establishing norms and easy communication are most important for distributed success.
How to be a high performing distributed agile team - Agile By Example 2018
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P E R F O R M I N G D I S T R I B U T E D
A G I L E T E A M
simple tips and tools to work online as if you were in the office together
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9. And let’s be honest,
SOME THINGS ARE
STILL BAD.
(Ahem…Skype for Business.)
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A
B
C
D
I feel shy. AI STILL USE A SPIDERPHONE.
WHAT’S A SPIDERPHONE?
I USE SKYPE FOR BUSINESS
AND I LOVE IT.
I USE SKYPE FOR BUSINESS
AND I DO NOT LOVE IT.
@lightling
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QUESTION:
I don’t turn on my
video because…
A
B
C
D
E
F
I FEEL SHY.
I JUST DON’T LIKE VIDEO.
I’M IN MY CASUAL CLOTHES.
THERE ARE DISTRACTING
THINGS IN MY BACKGROUND.
I WANT TO MULTITASK
WITHOUT OTHERS KNOWING.
I DO USE VIDEO!
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I use Skype for Business
and I DO NOT love it.
QUESTION:
To enhance my virtual
team experience, I’m
going to…
A
B
C
D
E
F
UPGRADE MY INTERNET CONNECTION.
INVEST IN BETTER EQUIPMENT.
USE VIDEO.
CREATE A TEAM AGREEMENT.
TRY A VIRTUAL OFFICE OR
TELEPRESENCE.
WORK OUT LOUD.
@lightling