The document discusses the importance of an agile mindset, emphasizing that success in agile practices relies on a supportive mindset rather than merely following frameworks. It outlines key indicators of an agile mindset, first steps to establish it, and the significance of transparency, collaboration, and servant leadership. Furthermore, it highlights the need for continuous training and professional development to foster this mindset effectively.

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Understanding the Agile Mindset
Why Agile is first of all mindset and how we can establish it
By Simon Petkov

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Introduction
Simon Petkov
ICAgile Authorized Trainer, ICAgile ICP, ICP-ATF,ICP- ACC, ICP-BVA, PMS I
Agile/Lean Coach @ Luxoft Agile Practice
Experience: 10+ years in IT, I have been in different projects, companies; worked
as a developer, project manager, scrum master, product owner, product manager.
Engaged in science-intensive programming, did APC for the gas industry, trading
platforms.
spetkov@luxoft.com https://ru.linkedin.com/in/simonpetkov

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Agenda
 Agile requires proper mindset
 Will not speak about what is Agile
 Will not speak about Agile frameworks
 What is Agile without mindset
 A little bit theory
 Agile mindset indicators
 How we can establish Agile mindset
 Fist steps
 Dig Deeper
 Bonus: How to get ICAgile Credit

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How long are you in Agile?

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What is Agile without Values

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A little bit theory

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X-Y Theory. Douglas McGregor. 1960s

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Theories of Intelligence. Carol Dweck. 1986

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Tribal Leadership by Dave Logan

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Agile Mindset Indicators

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Failure as Learning Opportunity and work with Fun

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‘Intrinsically’ Motivated

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Welcome Diversity of Thought

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Work at Sustainable Pace and Ready to Embrace Change
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Practice Transparency and Self-Awareness
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Collaborations & Knowledge Sharing
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First steps in Establishing Agile
Mindset

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First Steps
 Controlled Cargo Cult as an option
 Be transparent about challenges
 Servant Leadership
 Focus on creating Value
 Team Level Accountability
 Invest in Collaboration
 Create Trust Environment
 Coaching and Facilitation

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Dig Deeper
• Theory X/Y by Douglas MCGregor
• Theories of Intelligence by Carol Dweck
• Empirical approach
• The power of Agile Mindset by Linda Rising
• Agile Mindset by Ahmed Sidky
• Tribal Leadership by Dave Logan
• People Over Profit by Dale Partridge
• The servant as Leader by Robert K. Greenleaf
• The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni
• Get Trained!

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Dig Deeper – Agile Training
Professional Scrum Master
• About - https://www.scrum.org/Courses/Professional-Scrum-Master
• How to apply:
• Luxoft - https://inthr.luxoft.com/IntHRWebApp/aspx_PTC/CreateRequestInternal.aspx?Course=SDP-033
• Non-Luxoft – email me SPetkov@luxoft.com
ICAgile Agile Fundamentals
• About – https://icagile.com/icagile-certified-professional
• How to apply:
• Luxoft – https://inthr.luxoft.com/IntHRWebApp/aspx_PTC/CreateRequestInternal.aspx?Course=SDP-031
• Non-Luxoft – email me spetkov@luxoft.com

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Summary
• Focus on practices without taking into account mindset leads to falure
• People working in successful Agile environment have specific mindset
• Mindset can be changed
• Establishing agile mindset requires effort on all levels

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Thank You!