BLOG

We’re your partner in continuous learning

The Ultimate Guide to Running Effective Meetings Part 2: Mastering Decision Making Frameworks

4 frameworks to transform decision making in meetings

Optimizing Meetings with Neuroscience: Unlocking Human Biology for Agile Teams

Neuroscience transforms meetings into engaging, productive sessions.

The Ultimate Guide to Running Effective Meetings: Strategies, Tools, and Best Practices

Transform meetings into efficient, impactful collaboration opportunities.

How to Get Rid of Stress in Under 5 Minutes and Shield Yourself from Others' Stress

Discover how stress affects your mind, body, and relationships—and learn practical techniques to manage it. From quick 5-minute resets to in-depth strategies like meditation, yoga, and boundary-setting, this guide empowers you to regain control and protect your well-being.

Understanding Team Inceptions: A Guide to Building Stronger Teams

A team inception is a bundle of activities designed to mark the beginning of a new phase for a team. It aims to align the team members on how they want to collaborate, clarify their scope and objectives, plan projects and tasks effectively and foster a sense of motivation and belonging.

OKRs: 5 tips and 5 traps

5 tips and 5 traps that will help you as you begin your journey with using OKRs.

Transforming Agile Retrospectives: Proven Habit Change Strategies for Continuous Improvement

Agile teams often find themselves stuck in old patterns, despite regular retrospectives aimed at continuous improvement. This article explores the paradox of agile retrospectives and habit change, drawing parallels with common New Year resolutions that often fizzle out.

Unlock Growth with the Power of Feedback: Grab Your Free Booklet Now!

Discover the transformative nature of feedback as a gift with our free booklet! Explore the true essence of feedback as a communication process fostering personal and professional growth. Learn what feedback is and isn't, and how it creates an environment for continuous improvement and collaboration. Download the booklet, crafted for SONY AI, packed with frameworks, activity instructions, and inspiration. Embrace feedback as a tool for positive development. Click now to receive your complimentary guide!

The death of the Scrum Master

Explore the changing landscape of agile roles as the traditional role of a dedicated Scrum Master undergoes transformation. Uncover common reasons for the decline in dedicated roles, such as absorption of responsibilities by other positions. Delve into scenarios where teams function without a dedicated Scrum Master and discover strategies for survival. Learn key focus areas for teams and individuals assuming these responsibilities, including role clarification, documentation of working processes, defining criteria for readiness and completion, and establishing feedback loops for continuous improvement. Gain insights into the vital role Scrum Masters and agile coaches play in fostering true agility within organizations. Join the conversation on agile practices and roles, and share your experiences in navigating this evolving landscape.

Boost Your Well-Being in 15 Minutes: Elevate Your Week through Personal Reflection

through Personal Reflection Discover the transformative power of 15-minute self-reflection to enhance your well-being. Explore questions that delve into gratitude, highlights, lowlights, and stress levels, providing a roadmap for personal growth. Uncover the benefits of pausing, being honest with yourself, and celebrating accomplishments. Embrace this weekly ritual to build resilience, mitigate stress, and become a better version of yourself. It only takes a pen, paper, and courage to step into a healthier, more positive tomorrow.

Unlocking Agile Success: A Guide to Futurespectives for Team Improvement

Explore the concept of "Futurespectives" to enhance team performance and avoid repeating mistakes in the coming year. Learn how to conduct a Futurespective by setting a clear context, gathering information through imaginative exercises, comparing the envisioned future to the present, and identifying actionable steps for improvement. This approach shifts the focus from retrospective problem-solving to envisioning success, fostering team motivation and goal-oriented collaboration. Embrace the Futurespective as a powerful tool for positive change within agile teams.

Unraveling the Mystery of Estimation

Unraveling the Mystery of Estimation: A Guide for Engineering Leads and Product Executives dives into the challenges of project estimation in product development and management. Learn how to navigate the conundrum of estimation, understand the interconnectedness of departments, foster collaboration, and implement practical strategies for accurate estimation. Explore tools and techniques endorsed by experts like Mike Cohn and discover valuable resources for further learning. Empower your teams to excel amidst uncertainty with collaborative estimation practices.

To Be A Successful Business Leader, Think Like A Chess Player

To Be A Successful Business Leader, Think Like A Chess Player ( thats what Forbes states and we love it!) Netflix made Chess sexy through the show “The Queen’s Gambit”. Ever wondered what can we learn from chess players?

Unlocking the Agile Mind: A Journey from Neurons to Teams

Embark on a journey from neurons to teams as we unravel the secrets of agile thinking. Explore ideas from agile expert Ayssa Adkins and neuroscientist Dr. Srini Pillay.

Welcome to Ally !

Ally - your partner in agile leadership & team development.

Lego Serious Play - help people to think seriously out of the box

xplore the transformative power of LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® in fostering creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration among professionals. Learn how to unleash the potential of play in your team today!

Let us be your ally

Schedule a (free) 30-min consultation with us. You leave with a gift.