Leigh Espy

In waterfall, we are generally familiar with user requirements. They are often compiled into a document that lists the business and technical needs of a project. However, in Agile, requirements…

During projects, you know that change will happen. It is rare that you get to the end of an initiative and everything went exactly as expected. Agile practices allow the…

Do you have a clear understanding of agile team roles, structures, and responsibilities? If not, here’s a quick look into how agile teams work together effectively. Agile teams operate differently…

Your team backlog is made up of all the incomplete user stories that are not in the current sprint. They are the stories that have been written but not yet…

Agile development has become a popular method of project delivery, with much being written about it today. Project Managers are becoming Scrum Masters, and teams talk about having daily scrum…

When leading teams, you want to be seen as a trusted leader. Your team looks to you to provide guidance and support, remove roadblocks, escalate risks, and help ensure success.…

Many years ago, when I coached families on communication skills, I was still learning about the value of silence in communication. Like others, if someone was in distress or had…

Daily scrum meetings are necessary for a successful Agile approach. You’ve likely been hearing more these days about teams using Agile to deliver solutions. It’s becoming more popular, and you…

Are you guilty of Nonverbal communication mistakes? Did you know that no matter how carefully you choose your words or clothing, there are small behaviors that can sabotage your professional…

How can you develop healthy and productive team communication? There are times when it can be good for teams to have conversations that may be uncomfortable or challenging. If a…