Iteration is the key to lean thinking and especially to lean design and lean product development. Brian Walch uses iteration to develop individual contributors into managers and managers into leaders. He joined me at the Edges of Lean to share his approach and how he has developed it independently of the Lean community.
Brian Walch
Brian Walch is a coach, consultant, and personal and professional development speaker. He started Shiftfocus Coaching and Consulting company to support managers and address the need for more great managers in the world. Brian has developed the Integrated Life Framework, a tool that aids practical self-awareness and promotes personal and professional growth. This framework has been beneficial not only to himself but also to others seeking success in their lives.
Drawing on his expertise in people and systems, Brian develops effective tools and processes that drive change from within.
KEY TOPICS IN THIS PODCAST:
00:00:00 Iterating leadership development through iteration. 00:05:06 Moving into project management. 00:11:58 Adapting to Agile Methodologies. 00:13:28 Agile and Scrum approaches. 00:19:46 Self-reflection and learning. 00:26:35 Insights on organizational change. 00:33:15 Shifting from criticism to learning. 00:34:37 Learning through experience and respect. 00:38:19 Investing in emotional intelligence.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Memorable Quotes From Brian Walch
“Remember that it is always about people, and you should invest in emotional intelligence and develop and maintain your relationships with people."
CONNECT WITH Brian Walch
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwalch/
Website: https://www.shiftfocus.com/
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