Agile & Its Frameworks Simplified
Stanley Ashibuogwu, SPC
Sr. Scrum Master | Agile Coach | Certified SAFe Trainer (SPC, RTE) | Tech Career Transition Coach | Resume & LinkedIn Specialist | 5x LinkedIn Top Voice
Agile isn't just a buzzword, my friends.
It's a mindset that can revolutionize how you work. ??
But here's the thing...
Most people get it wrong. They think it's all about "moving fast and breaking things". Nope. That's not it.
Agile is about:
1. Delivering value → Not just "stuff"
2. Adapting to change → Not resisting it
3. Collaborating → Not working in silos
4. Continuous improvement → Not one-time fixes
Let's break down some popular Agile frameworks:
? Scrum: Sprints, stand-ups, and shippable increments
? Kanban: Visualize work, limit WIP, and flow
? Lean: Eliminate waste, maximize value
? SAFe: Scaling Agile for big organizations
? XP: Technical excellence and customer satisfaction
But remember:
The framework doesn't matter if you don't have the right mindset. It's not about following rules → It's about embracing principles.
Want to truly be Agile?
Start by asking: "How can we deliver more value to our customers, faster?"
That's the real game-changer. ??
Agile isn't just for tech → It's for any team that wants to be more responsive, adaptive, and customer-focused.
Are you truly Agile? Or just playing pretend?
Let's chat in the comments. I'd love to hear your thoughts!
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Senior Scrum Master
1 周I really enjoyed the breakdown thank you!!!
I help professionals maximise their potential | Scrum Master | Agile Enthusiast | Coach
1 周Great post Agile needs to be embraced for what it is a mindset that embraces change welcomes challenges and overcome obstacles
Human Centric IT Leader
2 周Simply said.
Principal Engineer at Vista
2 周Great breakdown of Agile! The mindset shift is what truly makes a difference. I recently wrote about how Agile’s iterative nature is not just for engineers but for users. It is not about moving fast for the sake of it but about accountability, negotiation, and ensuring what we build delivers real value. Too often, teams focus on frameworks without embracing these principles. What do you think is the biggest reason teams struggle to stay truly Agile? https://www.dhirubhai.net/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7294620063083499520/
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