Agile Tales From Down Under ft Victor Agung and Jordan Ocokoljic

The Mob Mentality Show

Join us for a riveting episode of Mob Mentality Show as we delve into the dynamic world of cross-discipline "Aussie Agile" with Victor Agung and Jordan Ocokoljic. From their diverse experiences in Agile/XP, predominantly through pair programming, to insightful stories of mobbing, this episode promises to be an enlightening journey for Agile enthusiasts and novices alike.

In our conversation, Jordan shares his journey through various XP/pair shops, while Victor recounts his initiation into pairing and XP methodologies during his time at Pivotal. They discuss the transformative power of pairing, making mistakes a comfortable part of the learning process, and the shift from traditional code reviews to more efficient collaboration models.

Delving deeper, we explore the nuances of true collaboration as co-creation versus post-creation review, the benefits of pairing with cross-functional teams, and the paradigm shift towards continuous PR. Victor and Jordan share anecdotes of pairing with designers, business stakeholders, and PMs, highlighting the synergy achieved through collective intelligence.

Transitioning to stories of mobbing, our guests unravel the impact of collaborative mob sessions on team dynamics, skill development, and product outcomes. From UI/UX designers joining pairs to create a collaborative ensemble, to the invaluable lessons learned from seeking diverse opinions within a mob, every narrative underscores the power of collective problem-solving and empathy-driven collaboration.

Throughout the episode, Victor and Jordan emphasize the importance of promoting outcomes over practices, seeking the minimum viable number of useful opinions, orienting collaboration towards customer delight, and fostering a culture of humility and courage within teams. Their insights into unlocking the full potential of every team member's brain, and the role of mob/pairing as a supportive sounding board, offer actionable strategies for building resilient and high-performing Agile teams.

Tune in to "Agile Tales From Down Under" for an excursion in agile collaboration, filled with practical wisdom, heartfelt anecdotes, and transformative insights from two passionate practitioners.

Video and Show Notes: https://youtu.be/8jdps1V9vZY