In this episode we learn that Great ScrumMasters are rare. If you have one in your company, you have greater chance to be successful. Regrettably the role of ScrumMaster is underestimated in most of the organizations, but without great ScrumMaster your team will never shine or in other words be efficient, and high-performing. Guest Zuzi Sochova.
Twitter @zuzuzka
In this episode we learn about Product Owners encountering challenging situations (conversations, negotiations, decisions) every day. Yet, much of the role’s focus is towards stories and backlogs. Here we’ll practice handling those myriad of “situations”. Guest Bob Galen. Learn more about Bob Galen at rgalen.com
In this episode we talk about the culture and working style at Spotify as well as our guest's Benji Portwin journey that lead him to working there.
In this episode we continue to discuss Big Apple Scrum Day and our guest talks to us about blending Product Thinking with Architecture. Guest/Joel Tosi
In this episode we talk about Agile in HR how it changes from the traditional method and making companies more success. Guest Fabiola Eyholzer. Check out her company. Just leading Solutions
In this episode we are taking about our Big Apple Scrum Day experience, and the importance of working in a safe space. Guest Tim Ottinger. Check out Tim's book on amazon.com
We are recording Live at Big Apple Scrum Day. Brian & James kicked off the days event by speaking with the founder and organizer Dana Pylayeva. Learn more
Big Apple Scrum Day (BASD2017) is a one day community conference focused on Scrum/Agile principles and practices. Our conference is about sharing knowledge and supporting local community, discovering new practices and learning from your peers.
If you were one of the over 550 participants from our previous conferences, you'll remember the sense of community, the inspiring keynotes, the diverse sessions and workshops and our all-time favorite Coaching Clinic.
In this episode we talk about the advantages of getting out of bed early. We learn what everyone has for breakfast, plus leadership and keys to success with our guest. David Barrett
Check out David's Book on Amazon.
In this episode we talked about righting a wrong, not giving give. Our guest talked about Quality controls and working for New York State in Albany. Chad Dehmier
In this episode we talked about re-creating yourself, becoming a leader and the qualities needed to be a great one with our very respected guest, Tom Deierlein. We also discussed Tom's amazing journey through military and giving back.
Please visit Tom's foundation - http://tdfoundation.org/
Bio - Tom Deierlein, a 1989 graduate of West Point, is a successful serial entrepreneur, Airborne Ranger, Wounded Warrior and angel investor. He is passionate about leader development, business ethics, sales, overcoming adversity, and helping others less fortunate both locally and globally.
Tom was recently named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of The Year, Greater Washington and is the co-founder and current CEO of ThunderCat Technology a systems integrator that specializes in data center solutions for the Federal government.
A Bronze Star and Purple Heart recipient, Tom is a retired U.S. Army Major and Operation Iraqi Freedom Vet. In September 2006, he was shot by a sniper and critically wounded. He has been quoted and featured in Forbes, The New York Times, NBC Nightly News, PARADE, FOX News, and MSNBC.com.
In the Fall of 2006 he co-founded the TD Foundation which provides aid to children of wounded warriors and fallen heroes. He is a facilitator with Academy Leadership and conduct workshops that generate 36 PDU's for PMPs.
Tom earned a Masters of Science in Systems Management from the University of Southern California in 1993 and an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business in 2000.
In this episode we talk about our new sponsor PMINYC and the alliance we formed with PMI Washington - Point of View and PM Fix My Project Chaos podcasts.
We also had fun talking about the body language of success with our guest and author Michael Nir. See find Michaels books visit amazon.com
In this episode we show how you can succeed taking one step at a time. We also speak with radio/tv personality Scott Passeser about his start and what it takes to find a job. We also take about his connections with Larry King and King of All Media Howard Stern. Guest Scott Passeser
Scott Passeser -Vice President - Executive Alliance
Radio Jobline - LI News Radio
In this episode Brian & James lifted their self imposed ban on talking about politics to discuss when and where it should be used and all about the New York State Assembly with guest Michelle Schimel
In this episode we talk to the co-founder and CEO of brandyourself.com who also appeared on the ABC Primetime show Shark Tank. Check out this episode and see if he got a deal. Guest Patrick Ambron
Patrick's episode of ABC's Shark Thank
In this episodes we take about how important preparing is for interviews, presentations or anything in life, plus an amazing road trip. Guest Andrew Tarvin
Andrew's company www.humorthatworks.com
Andrew's book 501 Ways to Use Humor
In this episode we talk about what program management is and the best skills for the job. Guest Jean Cronan.
In this episode we talk about building an app and the Marketing. Guest Michael Milutis.