Join us as we seek to unlock the secrets of optimizing communication for lean flow in this illuminating episode of the Mob Mentality Show: "The Inverse Conway Maneuver." Come along with us as we navigate the intricate landscape of software development dynamics, exploring the deep connection between effective communication and software architecture. Episode Highlights: 🔑 Gain an understanding of Conway's Law, a cornerstone of software development dynamics. 🏢 Delve into the intriguing interplay ...
Aug 21, 2023•21 min•Ep. 215
Welcome to another exciting episode of The Mob Mentality Show! In this installment, we jump into the enthralling world of leadership as inspired by the iconic movie "Top Gun: Maverick." Get ready to soar as we explore the distinct leadership styles of Maverick, Iceman, and Warlock, and reveal how these styles can be harnessed to elevate your team dynamics, product development, and coding endeavors. Join us as we dissect the multifaceted leadership approaches showcased in the film, and unlock the...
Aug 14, 2023•20 min•Ep. 214
Dive into the realm of dynamic reteaming and self-selection with the insightful Paige Watson in this episode of the Mob Mentality Show. Join us as we explore the exciting evolutions of becoming accidentally FaST and discover how to harness its power for enhanced team collaboration and innovation. Episode Highlights: 🚀 Explore a quick intro to FaST (Fluid Scaling Technology) and its transformative impact. 🌟 Gain insights from Paige's personal experiences with FaST. 🌀 Uncover the gradual transi...
Aug 07, 2023•46 min•Ep. 213
In this exciting episode of Mob Mentality, we are joined by the excellent Kevin Callahan, a master in Leadership Wayfinding. Join us as we explore the organic art of pathmaking in uncharted territories, and discover how to lead with confidence and adaptability in the face of unpredictability. Episode Highlights: 🧭 Learn the art of guiding your team through unfamiliar landscapes with skill and finesse. 🔍 Uncover the fascinating history and metaphor behind the term "Wayfinding" and its relevance...
Jul 31, 2023•43 min•Ep. 212
Are you eager to assemble a lean and effective XP team? In this action-packed episode of Mob Mentality, we sit down with Jim Speaker to unravel the secrets of crafting agility within your organization. Join us as we delve into the art of creating a small XP team that's agile, proficient, and ready to craft code. Episode Highlights: 📝 Learn about job descriptions crafted to align with the agile XP principles and practices. 🚀 Discover strategies to build a nimble and dynamic XP team, capable of ...
Jul 24, 2023•46 min•Ep. 211
Welcome to a fascinating episode of Mob Mentality, where we jump into the world of learning, cognition, and neuroscience with the brilliant Barbara Oakley. Join us as we explore the secrets behind learning how to learn, which is essential in product development, tech, agile, engineering, and beyond. In this mind-expanding conversation, Barbara Oakley will share valuable insights from her expertise in cognitive psychology and neuroscience. Discover the science of learning as we unravel the illusi...
Jul 17, 2023•54 min•Ep. 210
Welcome to the latest Mob Mentality Show episode, where we dive deep into the world of improvement and overcoming obstacles. In this episode we are joined by special guest Eddie Bush to explore "The Improvement Paradox: Why Don't We Improve and How to Overcome It." Join us as we uncover the reasons behind our struggles with improvement, including the delays between cause and effect, the psychology of quality flip flops, and the fear of change. We'll also discuss the false shortcuts to improvemen...
Jul 10, 2023•51 min•Ep. 209
Join Chris and Austin in this episode of The Mob Mentality show as they explore the captivating world of code katas with special guest Steve Kuo. Uncover the secret behind the reigning king of them all: FizzBuzz. Delve into a conversation about deliberate practice, motivation, grit, and feedback. Discover the art of becoming a master in any field and unravel the immense value of repetition and focus. Explore the concept of how much repetition is necessary for mastery and whether it can have a ne...
Jul 03, 2023•46 min•Ep. 208
In this exciting episode with Parker Barrett and Aaron Griffith, we dive into the world of Mob Programming with AI on Test Automation. After a quick intro on Mob Programming, we explore the benefits of testing with both human friends and robot friends. We'll share our fascinating origin story of Mobbing with a Robot and explore how AI can drive test development in an ensemble. Discover how testing with robots can help us uncover ZOMBIES and learn about the limitations and warnings of this approa...
Jun 26, 2023•20 min•Ep. 207
Welcome to a transformative episode featuring the remarkable Joshua Kerievsky, where we unlock the secrets to finding joy in agility. Join us as we embark on a journey through life, business, and tech, discovering the Wooden Way to balance, resilience, and rapid adaptation. Prepare to hear about the power of combining short stories and principles as Joshua shares insights on selling the invisible. Explore the art of being poised to adapt in the face of unexpected events, as illustrated by a Rich...
Jun 19, 2023•46 min•Ep. 206
