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Why Agile Goes Awry — and How to Fix It

Harvard Business Review

In the spirit of becoming more adaptive , organizations have rushed to implement Agile software development. But many have done so in a way that actually makes them less agile. These companies have become agile in name only, as the process they’ve put in place often ends up hurting engineering motivation and productivity.

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Best Leadership Books To Read In 2015

Eric Jacobson

But, the general consensus was that if someone recommended a book that inspired them or taught them how to be a better leader, the book was worth their time. Here is the list of all 235 books, in alphabetical order. Top Books About Leadership. Top Books About Leadership.

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The Secret History of Agile Innovation

Harvard Business Review

You hear a lot about “agile innovation” these days. Teams using agile methods get things done faster than teams using traditional processes. Agile has indisputably transformed software development, and many experts believe it is now poised to expand far beyond IT. They keep customers happier.

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Recommendations For Your Business Books Summer Reading List

Eric Jacobson

But, the general consensus was that if someone recommended a book that inspired them or taught them how to be a better leader, the book was worth their time. Within the list of favorites you'll find titles published decades ago and ones published last month. Then, select one or more for your summer reading list.

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What Leadership Book Will Be On Your 2014 Reading List?

Eric Jacobson

But, the general consensus was that if someone recommended a book that inspired them or taught them how to be a better leader, the book was worth their time. Here is the list of all 235 books, in alphabetical order. Top Books About Leadership. Top Books About Leadership.

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Did You Read Any Of These Leadership Books This Summer?

Eric Jacobson

But, the general consensus was that if someone recommended a book that inspired them or taught them how to be a better leader, the book was worth their time. Within the list of favorites you'll find titles published decades ago and ones published last month. Then, select one or more for your summer reading list.

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Centralized Decision Making Helps Kill Bad Products

Harvard Business Review

Inside, elaborate security procedures, long working hours, and deference to senior managers are all in plain view. Engineers and managers toil for months, often years, to conceive, develop, and launch new products. In such cases, managers often hang on in the hope of an eventual uptake. Killing products isn’t easy.