Agile / PM @ ableneo monthly update — May 2024

This month, we continue with our trio-posting: Person, Reading, and Tools, providing a slice of the most exciting areas for developing your teams and yourself.

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1. Arie van Bennekum — A well-known figure in the Agile community (and beyond as well), Arie is a co-author of the Agile Manifesto and is notably the only European among its authors. If you’ve ever heard about the ‘gloomy days’ of Agile, reading Arie’s articles or watching his videos will definitely prove otherwise. You can find these on his LinkedIn profile or his personal web.
2. Gannt Charts — We don’t mind repeating good advice: a picture is worth a thousand words, especially when it comes to graphs, diagrams, or any form of data visualization. Gantt charts, often a staple for Waterfall Project Managers, are incredibly useful for any team, timeline, or concept visualization. Here is a free, easy-to-use tool to get you started in minutes: Online Gantt. Alternatively, try Canva and start with their comprehensive guide.
3. How We Kick-Off New Squads — How often do you start new teams, set up new projects, or kick off new ideas? The quality of your start will determine your success, and for a good start, there are some important points and actions to consider. Read through the article to get a head start, then feel free to add specific points that are relevant to your situation, company, team, or culture. Even the Greek philosopher Plato approves:

“The beginning is the most important part of the work.” — Plato