The Challenges of Trying Too Hard in an Agile Transformation | Robert Finan

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Robert Finan: The Challenges of Trying Too Hard in an Agile Transformation

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Robert shares his experience of burning out after just four months in a challenging Agile transformation. He reflects on the mistake of trying to push his vision without meeting the organization where it was. By facing embedded structures and resistance, Robert learned the value of pragmatism, experimentation, and nudging change instead of forcing it.

Self-reflection Question: Have you ever faced resistance when introducing change? How can you adjust your approach to meet people where they are?

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About Robert Finan

Robert has been working in IT for over 25 years, with the last decade spent deeply engaged in “messy” real-world Agile transformations. He documents his experiences in the Agile Drill Sergeant webcomic.

You can link with Robert Finan on LinkedIn.