by Dave Saboe | Nov 30, 2021 | Podcast |
Karl Wiegers shares his lessons on requirements, project management, design, quality and more. Karl’s advice can make you significantly better at what you do. Show Notes Karl Wiegers started programming in 1970 and has collected 60 lessons he has learned in...
by Dave Saboe | Nov 16, 2021 | Podcast |
Ian Reynolds discusses how to discover the right solutions for your customers and then deliver them quickly. Show Notes Many organizations, especially as people are trying to work in more Lean and Agile ways, work towards producing a minimum viable product (MVP) and...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 26, 2021 | Podcast |
In this lightning cast, we explore the 5-step design process Elon Musk uses for SpaceX to innovate and get better results. Show Notes In a recent interview, Elon Musk shared the 5-step design process he uses at Space X to achieve better results. Below are the...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 5, 2021 | Podcast |
In this episode, we revisit Theory of Constraints, an approach to improving organizational performance by accelerating delivery. Author Clarke Ching shares his FOCCCUS Formula to address the system’s bottleneck. Show Notes In every process or value delivery...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 7, 2021 | Podcast |
David Mantica helps us understand business models and helps us understand how to find new opportunities to create greater value. Show Notes Creating product requirements and delivering features is one thing. Understanding the business context and business models...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 26, 2021 | Podcast |
In this episode, Clarke Ching shares an innovative problem solving approach to help us solve tricky problems. Show Notes We’re often called upon to apply our problem solving skills and help organizations make better decisions. The challenge is when we face...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 27, 2021 | Podcast |
David Mantica discusses the brain science behind some of the challenges knowledge workers face and helps you shift your mindset to enable you to thrive in a complex and chaotic environment. Show Notes As knowledge workers, we rely on our brains and relationships to...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 15, 2021 | Podcast, Product Owner |
David Bland discusses the importance of testing your business ideas and shares ways to dramatically reduce the risk and increase the likelihood of success for your product, initiative, or project. Show Notes Studies show that 7 out of 10 products fail to deliver on...
by Dave Saboe | May 25, 2021 | General Competencies, Podcast |
Adrian Reed discusses systems thinking, how it enables business agility, and how it can help elevate the value you bring to your organization. Show Notes We live in a complex, rapidly changing world. In order to support our stakeholders and our organizations, we need...
by Dave Saboe | May 18, 2021 | Podcast |
Author and thought leader Karl Wiegers shares principles and lessons he has learned from poor designs and what you can do to develop solutions that create a great user experience. Show Notes We’re all experienced products that are confusing, difficult to use,...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 23, 2021 | Agile, Podcast |
Kent McDonald shares his thoughts on what it takes to succeed as a Business Analyst in an Agile environment. Show Notes To be successful as a Business Analyst in an Agile environment, you need to apply your same traditional skills and techniques differently. ...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 9, 2021 | Podcast, Tools |
In this episode of the BA Toolbox, we explore the A3 report and it’s use in problem solving. Show Notes What’s an A3 report? An A3 report has several uses including business proposals and process improvements. However, it’s most commonly used for problem...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 2, 2021 | General Competencies, Podcast |
Melissa Boggs discusses how the Scrum Alliance transformed into customer-centric teams and how you can have a greater customer focus. SHOW NOTES Over the past several years, many organizations have transformed the way they work and the way they’re organized. ...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 9, 2021 | Agile, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
Understanding the different levels of Agile planning and what they mean for you will help your team stay aligned and focused on achieving the right outcomes. Show Notes Responding to change over following a plan. This value listed in the Agile Manifesto doesn’t...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 3, 2021 | Podcast |
Paul Niven helps us to understand Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), a goal-setting tool to set ambitious goals with measurable results. Show Notes Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) is a goal-setting system to help drive strategic execution. It’s a critical...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 26, 2021 | Podcast |
Stop the wasted time and money from ineffective meetings by giving your next meeting a POWER Start. Show Notes According to a recent Atlassian survey, professionals waste 31 hours each month on unproductive meetings. That’s about four full days wasted each...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 19, 2021 | Agile, Podcast |
David Hawks shares an approach to transformations, projects, and large change initiatives by starting with the intended business outcomes. Show Notes Many transformations and large initiatives fail or don’t achieve their intended value. While the transformation,...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 12, 2021 | General Competencies, Podcast |
Are you working on a change initiative? Overcome resistance to change using Goldratt’s Four Quadrants of Change. A lot of people talk about how difficult change is and how people resist change. People don’t actually resist change; they respond to a...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 5, 2021 | General Competencies, Podcast, Product Owner |
Roman Pichler discusses the challenges associated with leading in a Product Management role and what you can do to overcome those challenges. Listen to the full episode to discover the challenges associated with leading as a Product Manager and what you can do to...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 8, 2020 | General Competencies |
Laura Brandenburg shares her framework for career development; the Business Analyst Success Path. Show Notes Many Business Analysts struggle to understand how to get to the next step in their career. The way to advance in your career depends on where you are...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 28, 2020 | Agile, General Competencies, Podcast |
If you want to accelerate and deliver with greater speed and flexibility that’s critical to serving your customers, combine Agile with Theory of Constraints. Clarke Ching shows us how. Show Notes Perhaps you have Agile teams that are doing everything right;...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 7, 2020 | Agile, Podcast |
Joshua Kerievsky shares the four principles of Modern Agile and how they can help you find better ways of working and achieve better business outcomes. Show Notes Agile is about finding better ways of working. To continuously improve and achieve the right...
by Dave Saboe | May 19, 2020 | General Competencies |
In this time of unrelenting change, we need leadership at all levels. Here’s what you need to help your team succeed. HOW NOTES We live in a time of unrelenting change. To enable teams and organizations to deal with this new reality, we need a different...
by Dave Saboe | Apr 14, 2020 | Communication, Podcast |
Communication is vital to success on teams and in organizations. In this episode, Tommy Re shows us how to dramatically improve communication. Show Notes One of the issues holding organizations back is the development of their leaders. A lot of what it takes to...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 31, 2020 | Podcast |
Grant Wright Shares simple Visual Thinking tools and practices to help your team get aligned and retain information. Show Notes Do you want to increase retention of information, ensure alignment and a shared understanding, and increase creativity? Visual Thinking can...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 18, 2020 | Podcast |
Author Michael Levine helps us unleash the power of large, diverse teams of smart, experienced individuals to deliver positive business results. Show Notes How can you unleash the power of large, diverse groups of smart, experienced individuals to deliver positive...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 3, 2020 | General Competencies, Podcast |
Paul Pelletier helps us to understand the root causes of disrespectful behaviors at work and how to address them. Show Notes Have you ever witnessed toxic behaviors that bring down a team or lead to project failures? Bad behaviors can come in a variety of forms; from...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 20, 2020 | Podcast |
Jim Rushton helps us to understand why 80% of analytics projects fail and what you can do to make sure yours succeeds. Show Notes Many organizations are implementing analytics programs. Unfortunately, four out of five analytics projects fail. Listen to the full...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 11, 2020 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
Building on last year’s episode about BA performance goals, we discuss how to choose the right goals and achieve them. Business Analyst Goals...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 4, 2020 | Podcast |
Lori Silverman helps us get real value from data by developing core competence and creating the culture needed to support collaborative data-informed decision making. Show Notes Many organizations are trying to use data for better decision making. Unfortunately, most...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 21, 2020 | Career, Podcast |
LinkedIn’s list of the 15 most in-demand skills includes business analysis and many skills that are critical to your success. Show Notes Earlier this month, LinkedIn came out with their list of skills companies need most in 2020. The article lists the most...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 14, 2020 | Career, Podcast |
David Mantica shares ways to protect yourself from layoffs and prepare for career advancement opportunities. Show Notes The unfortunate reality is that many of us will experience unexpected (and undesired) career changes. Companies may merge, the economy may slow...
by Dave Saboe | Dec 24, 2019 | Agile, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
Holiday Episode: In the style of the New York Sun editorial in which an 8 year old Virginia asks if there’s a Santa Clause, grown up Virginia asks if there are Business Analysts in Agile. DEAR EDITOR: I am 30 years old.Some of my coworkers say there is no...
by Dave Saboe | Dec 17, 2019 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
Find out what you can do to ensure a successful product launch. Show Notes Disney recently launched its Disney+ streaming service. Unfortunately, the launch was met with some problems as many of their 10 million subscribers couldn’t log in or...
by Dave Saboe | Nov 12, 2019 | Podcast |
David Mantica helps us overcome one of the biggest challenges facing organizations today – understanding value and building the right solution. Show Notes We’re doing things . . . but are they the right things? This is a common challenge for many...
by Dave Saboe | Nov 5, 2019 | Podcast, Product Owner |
Richard Larson shares his experiences as an accidental Product Owner and provides tips and advice for others moving toward a role in Product Ownership. Show Notes It’s tough to play two roles at once. If you’re expected to perform your normal business analysis...
by Dave Saboe | Nov 2, 2019 | Hall Of Fame, Podcast |
Here’s the best tips and advice from industry experts in over 200 episodes. Now take action! Show Notes As long-time listeners know, I ask guests for one action that we can take to start seeing some positive results. In this episode, I have gathered the...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 15, 2019 | Career, Podcast |
In this episode, Kevin Brennan discusses how the world of work is changing and how Business Analysts need to adapt. Shot Notes With changes in working environments from Agile and digital transformations, Business Analysts need to adapt to stay relevant. With this...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 8, 2019 | Podcast |
Michael Roberts helps us understand what DevOps is and how it affects the role of Business Analysts. Show Notes Many organizations are using DevOps to benefit their customers. But what is DevOps and what role do Business Analysts play? Is DevOps a tool...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 1, 2019 | Podcast |
Lora McCoy discusses how to shift the psychological response to change and help stakeholders adapt and adopt the change. Show Notes When it comes to change, often the only one who isn’t afraid is the person driving the change. Sometimes a person’s response to...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 24, 2019 | Podcast |
Vince Mirabelli shares some practical, how-to approaches to developing empathy, mapping the customer journey, and finding business process improvement opportunities along the way. Show Notes An Empathy Map is a tool you can use to understand who your customer is,...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 17, 2019 | Podcast |
Kent McDonald shares his thoughts about what you need to know about Agile and how to use Example Mapping; a technique to create a shared understanding. Show Notes In addition to participating on the Product Ownership Panel during the Building Business Capability...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 10, 2019 | Podcast |
In this episode, Adrian Reed shares his advice for successfully initiating projects and stakeholder management. Show Notes If you’ve ever been thrown into a messy project where the goal and scope aren’t well defined, Adrian Reed’s session at this...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 3, 2019 | Career, Podcast |
In this episode, Ryland Leyton shares tips and advice from his new book to help you find the right job and grow in your career. Links Mentioned in This Episode http://rylandleyton.com/ Ryland’s book om Amazon It’s About Your Career Ryland Leyton Ryland...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 27, 2019 | Agile, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this episode, we explore the use (and misuse) of story point estimation. Lightning Casts are shorter episodes, sharing valuable information in 8 minutes or less. Show Notes Many Agile teams estimate their User Stories using story points. When using this...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 13, 2019 | Podcast, Requirements Management |
Requirements decay over time. Here’s how to prevent Requirements Rot. Show Notes Has your organization experienced requirements rot? A common term in software development is code rot. Code rot is a slow degradation of the performance of a software application...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 6, 2019 | Podcast, Product Owner |
In this episode, you’ll discover what Product Debt is and the impact it can have on your product and your organization. You’ll also find out how to address Product Debt and ensure you are delivering valuable solutions quickly. Show Notes Debt is what you owe because...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 30, 2019 | General Competencies, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this episode, we’ll discuss the different kinds of power you can use to get things done within your team or across your organization. Show Notes Have you ever been frustrated because things aren’t getting done? Are others failing to do their part to move your...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 23, 2019 | Agile, Podcast |
In this episode, Ivar Jacobson shows us how to apply Use Cases in an Agile context and helps us discover how a Use Case approach addresses some of the problems with User Stories. Show Notes You may have used Use Cases in a waterfall environment, but can this technique...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 16, 2019 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
A Gartner study predicts that 80% of Project Management tasks will be performed by Artificial Intelligence by 2030. Will you lose your job to a machine? Lightning Casts are shorter episodes, sharing valuable information in 8 minutes or less. Show Notes Last year, CIO...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 9, 2019 | Certification, Podcast |
In this episode, you’ll find out how you can bring value in the area of business data analytics. You’ll also learn about the IIBA’s Certification in Business Data Analytics. Show Notes The field of analytics is growing by leaps and bounds. It’s...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 2, 2019 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
Facilitation means more than running a meeting. Find out how you can facilitate the the value it brings to your organization. Show Notes What you hear the word facilitation, you often think of someone running a meeting. Once you understand the true meaning of...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 25, 2019 | Agile, General Competencies, Product Owner |
In this episode, BriElle Bryson shares her experience stepping into a Product Owner role and helps us understand how to prepare for product ownership. Show Notes Being a Product Owner can be challenging. You need to be both outward facing to customers and inward...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 18, 2019 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll discover how to eliminate waste in a process and get a holistic view of end-to-end value using a simplified Value Stream Map. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get valuable content in...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 11, 2019 | Agile, Podcast, Product Owner |
In this episode, coach, consultant, and trainer Anu Smalley shares her 4Ps framework to address a major challenge organizations face today; how to build products customers want and love. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why a product vision...
by Dave Saboe | May 28, 2019 | Lightning Cast, Podcast, Product Owner |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll discover the impact Product Debt can have on your organization and how you can help avoid it. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. ...
by Dave Saboe | May 14, 2019 | Agile, Podcast |
In this episode, Saima Siddiqui helps us discover how to leverage your core Business Analyst skills in a different way and be successful as a Scrum Master. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What a Scrum Master can so for an organization How...
by Dave Saboe | May 7, 2019 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
Understand the importance of business agility and your role in helping your organization become more responsive to changing customer needs. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or...
by Dave Saboe | Apr 30, 2019 | Agile, Podcast, Product Owner |
In this episode, author and coach Bob Galen helps understand some of the challenges Product Owners face and how to fill in your Product Ownership gaps. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What challenges Product Owners face today How the focus...
by Dave Saboe | Apr 23, 2019 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
How can you expect someone to fully grasp the context and content of an output without a conversation? In this episode, we discuss the common behavior of creating an output and throwing it over the wall to another team. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode...
by Dave Saboe | Apr 16, 2019 | Agile, Podcast |
In this episode, James Robertson shares some of the challenges associated with an Agile transformation and how Business Analysts can provide the most value to the organization. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What challenges BAs face in an...
by Dave Saboe | Apr 9, 2019 | Agile, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll discover how to make non-functional requirements visible when working on Agile projects. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less....
by Dave Saboe | Apr 2, 2019 | Podcast, Requirements Analysis |
In this episode, Brian Rhea shares his unique approach to using Jobs to be Done to discover what customers truely want and prioritize features. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What Jobs to be Done is and why it can be a powerful tool How to...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 26, 2019 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, we discuss “us vs. them” mentality between business and technology and how to break down those silos and realize that we are the business. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks....
by Dave Saboe | Mar 19, 2019 | Agile, Podcast |
In this episode, Anthony Mersino discusses where a Business Analyst fits on a Scrum Team and ways you can bring more value to the team and your organization. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why the question about the BA role in Scrum keeps...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 5, 2019 | Podcast |
In this episode, we discuss the realities of being a Business Analyst in a non-technical field and how to apply your existing skills and competencies to other contexts. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: How being a BA in the services industry...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 26, 2019 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
The only things certain in this world are death, taxes, and missed requirements. In this episode, we discuss the causes of missed requirements and what you can do to minimize the number and impact of missing requirements. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 19, 2019 | Career, Podcast |
In this episode, Emal Bariali helps us understand the three types of Business Analysts and how you can use these archetypes to find the right job or advance your career. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What the three different types of BA...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 12, 2019 | Podcast |
In this episode, Kent McDonald shares a powerful approach to eliciting information using an ancient questioning technique.. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: How to apply the Socratic method to requirements elicitation The different types of...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 5, 2019 | Career, Podcast |
Creating annual performance goals for Business Analysts can be a challenge. Here are tips for goal setting and some sample goals to help you achieve the right outcomes. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 29, 2019 | General Competencies, Podcast |
In this episode, Jennifer Kalz helps you to use prototypes effectively and create the right solutions for your customers. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why you should use prototypes as part of requirements discovery How to create the right...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 22, 2019 | Career, Podcast |
In this episode, we look at LinkedIn’s Most Promising Jobs for 2019 and discuss how the skills of Business Analysts are key to success in many of the roles. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: How certain skills are transferrable to other roles...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 8, 2019 | Agile, Podcast |
Product Backlog Refinement (grooming) is a key activity for any Agile team.  In this episode, I share some tips and recommendations for successful refinement sessions. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why product backlog refinement is a key activity...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 1, 2019 | General Competencies |
In this episode, three industry thought leaders and I share our predictions for 2019 and help you understand what you can do to be successful in the new year. Adrian Reed |  Blackmetric Business Solutions Prediction: We live in a fast moving, unpredictable world. As...
by Dave Saboe | Dec 25, 2018 | General Competencies |
In this poem adapted from Clement Clark Moore’s “A Visit from St. Nicholas”, we get the Business Analyst version and find out what happens when the BA visits a struggling project team. A Visit From the Business Analyst ‘Twas the night before...
by Dave Saboe | Dec 18, 2018 | General Competencies, Podcast |
In this episode, I share excerpts from a presentation I recently gave about changes in the world of business analysis and how we can leverage our skills and competencies in a new way. This episode is part 2 of a live recording of a presentation I gave at an IIBA...
by Dave Saboe | Dec 11, 2018 | Agile, Podcast, Product Owner |
In this episode, I share excerpts from a presentation I recently gave about changes in the world of business analysis and how we can leverage our skills and competencies in a new way.This episode is a live recording of a presentation I gave at an IIBA chapter meeting...
by Dave Saboe | Dec 4, 2018 | Podcast, Product Owner |
In this episode, product management expert Melissa Perri helps us to avoid waste and build products that customers truly want. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why detailed requirements documents often aren’t the best approach Common reasons...
by Dave Saboe | Nov 27, 2018 | General Competencies, Podcast |
In this episode, Kupe Kupersmith shares a clip from his presentation, NextGen Business Competencies: Keys to Being Ready for The Future. Kupe will focus on approaches that will help you learn quickly, make good decisions, and manage risk. After listening to this...
by Dave Saboe | Nov 13, 2018 | General Competencies, Podcast |
In this episode, I answer questions submitted from listeners. Questions about Agile, DevOps, and remote elicitation are answered. Listeners and conference attendees often send me questions. Today, I’ll share my answers to the most common questions I receive. ...
by Dave Saboe | Nov 6, 2018 | Hall Of Fame, Podcast, Start |
In this episode, Mary Lynn Manns shares techniques you can use to get buy-in for your ideas and influence others to take action. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why facts and data don’t motivate people to take action How to create an...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 23, 2018 | Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, we’ll explore the practice of using stage gates and a big design up front. Why do organizations use the BDUF approach and is there a better way? A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 16, 2018 | Experienced, General Competencies, Podcast |
In this episode, IIBA President Ken Fulmer shares eight competencies that are critical for success when working as a digital Business Analyst. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What a Digital Business Analyst is Why the move toward digital...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 2, 2018 | Career, Podcast |
In this episode, consultant, speaker, and author Adrian Reed helps us explore the BA career path, career growth options, and actions you can take to grow in your career as a Business Analyst. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What career...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 18, 2018 | Experienced, Podcast |
In this episode, award winning author and communications consultant Jim Signorelli shows us how to communicate in a compelling, memorable way. Through storytelling, you’ll connect with your audience at an emotional level and get your ideas to stick. ...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 3, 2018 | Podcast |
In this episode, Heather Mylan-Mains helps us to be effective in giving feedback and how to receive feedback for the greatest impact. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: The difference between effective and ineffective feedback The problem with annual...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 23, 2018 | Podcast |
For the first time since I started the Mastering Business Analysis podcast, I have missed a release date. The episode scheduled for August 21st did not go live as planned. Unfortunately, I’m in the hospital fighting a bad infection. I’m not sure when...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 14, 2018 | Podcast |
Last week, the world lost a luminary. Jerry Weinberg passed away at the age of 84. Here are some of the most important lessons from Jerry in his own words. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why taking requirements seriously is so critical The...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 7, 2018 | Experienced, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll discover how to create solutions your customers will love by thinking as a customer. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. ...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 31, 2018 | Agile, Podcast |
In this episode, IIBA President Ken Fulmer discusses the IIBA’s Agile Analysis certification; What it means for your organization and for your career. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What the current environment looks like for Agile...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 24, 2018 | Experienced, Podcast |
In this episode, you’ll discover how Lean Six Sigma can help you bring value to your organization and be a differentiator for your career. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What Lean Six Sigma is and how it’s different than Six...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 17, 2018 | Lightning Cast, Podcast, Start |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll find out how to transition to a Business Analyst role. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. People often ask me how they...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 10, 2018 | Podcast |
In this episode, Glenn Brule discusses the Business Analyst role, its real value proposition, and what you can do to increase the value you provide to your organization. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: The real value proposition of the Business...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 3, 2018 | Podcast |
In this episode, you’ll discover the next step in the evolution of the role of the Business Analyst and if Agile spells the end of the BA role. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: The origins of Business Analysis Why context is important...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 26, 2018 | Agile, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll find out what you can do to increase the value of products and solutions developed by your organization by using Dude’s Law. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 19, 2018 | General Competencies |
In this episode, author and consultant Alyce Reopelle challenges some of the practices and assumptions about requirements elicitation. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why a subject matter expert may not be the best person to elicit...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 12, 2018 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll discover what you can do to help your organization achieve business agility; the ability to quickly adapt to changes and rapidly deliver value. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 5, 2018 | Experienced, Podcast |
In this episode, you’ll discover how to use hypotheses and experiments to identify the right solutions that meet customer needs. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why traditional approaches often lead to the wrong solution How to use...
by Dave Saboe | May 29, 2018 | Agile, Podcast |
In this episode, we’ll explore Agile requirements and answer the question “Are User Stories requirements?” After listening to this episode, you'll understand: How requirements in Agile differ from Traditional environments Why User Stories are...
by Dave Saboe | May 22, 2018 | Podcast |
In this episode, Ali Cox helps us to understand the importance of good data analysis and how to get started. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: How to use data to your organization’s advantage Why ignoring data can be detrimental to your...
by Dave Saboe | May 15, 2018 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
Are you successful? In this Lightning Cast, we explore what it looks like to be successful as a Business Analyst or Project Manager. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or...
by Dave Saboe | May 8, 2018 | Career, Podcast |
Want to take your skills and your career to the next level? A mentoring relationship can do just that. Discover how to find the right mentor and create an effective mentoring relationship. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why mentoring is such a...
by Dave Saboe | May 1, 2018 | Podcast |
Are you a hiring manager looking for great BA and PM candidates? Find out how to find the best candidates for your organization. Job seekers will discover how to best prepare for a job search. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What to do before you...
by Dave Saboe | Apr 24, 2018 | Experienced, Podcast |
In this episode, you’ll discover ways to help people in your organization adapt to the change associated with a new initiative; a key to successfully overcoming resistance. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why people respond differently...
by Dave Saboe | Apr 17, 2018 | Agile, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, we discuss what a Business Analyst does when on a Scrum team and how you can use your BA skills in a different way to help the team. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable...
by Dave Saboe | Apr 10, 2018 | Podcast |
In this episode, Elizabeth Larson talks about current trends in the Business Analysis field and how they will affect you. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What key trends are affecting the business analysis field The big news about the BA role in...
by Dave Saboe | Apr 3, 2018 | Experienced, Lightning Cast, Podcast, Start |
In this Lightning Cast, we explore Powerful Questions and how they can help you create a new level of discussion, explore new possibilities, and create a true partnership. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 27, 2018 | Podcast, Start |
In this episode, Richard Larson shares five techniques you can use to discover the underlying problem or opportunity to solve create the right solution. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: How to find the real problem to solve What to do when...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 20, 2018 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
A clear, well-ordered backlog leads to more focus, less time in refinement, and delivering the most important items first. In this Lightning Cast, you’ll find out how to order your backlog. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 13, 2018 | Hall Of Fame, Podcast |
In this episode, author, consultant, and thought leader Karl Wiegers shares his tips and advice on getting started with consulting. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: The difference between consulting and contract work How to build a personal brand...
by Dave Saboe | Mar 6, 2018 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, we’ll explore different forms of communication and decide which to use in different contexts. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. You don’t...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 27, 2018 | Podcast |
In this episode, Tomette Kirk shares what she calls the high five; five essential tasks that we need to focus on as Business Analysts to be successful. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What essential tasks are needed for success as a business...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 20, 2018 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, I share common problems Business Analysts face and what you can do about them. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. I’ve seen a lot of posts on...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 13, 2018 | General Competencies |
In this episode, author and speaker Jen Shirkani helps us to understand the importance of Emotional Intelligence and shares techniques to boost your EQ. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: What emotional intelligence (EQ) is and how it differs from IQ...
by Dave Saboe | Feb 6, 2018 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll discover a different way of thinking about your role and go from Analyst to Alchemist. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. What’s in a...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 30, 2018 | General Competencies, Podcast |
In this episode, Paula Maychruk helps us uncover the key concepts that allow us to be successful with Agile approaches. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why Agile transformations often fail How you can best partner with Product Owners What needs to...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 23, 2018 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, we’ll discuss the key element to great teams: trust. Trust increases the speed to deliver projects and reduces cost. Here’s how to develop and maintain trust on your team. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 16, 2018 | Podcast |
In this episode, Ron Ross explains the Business Agility Manifesto and helps us to understand the role business knowledge plays in enhancing business agility. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why the Business Agility Manifesto is and why it was...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 9, 2018 | Career, Podcast |
In this episode, we explore what it takes to become a Full-Stack Business Analyst. Similar to a Full-Stack Developer, a Business Analyst can broaden their skills to reduce waste and contribute more value to their organization. After listening to this episode, you'll...
by Dave Saboe | Jan 2, 2018 | Podcast |
In this episode, six thought leaders and I share predictions for 2018 and help you understand what it means for you. Kupe Kupersmith  | KupeTalks Prediction: There will be progress in the #NoRequirements movement. Focus your attention in areas other than...
by Dave Saboe | Dec 26, 2017 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll discover how perfectionism leads to procrastination and holds you back. You’ll also find out how to overcome perfectionism. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get...
by Dave Saboe | Dec 19, 2017 | Podcast |
In this episode, you’ll discover 12 approaches that lead to shorter time to market, increased customer value, and innovation. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why short feedback cycles are critical How to increase innovation Why metrics matter...
by Dave Saboe | Dec 12, 2017 | General Competencies |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll discover what it takes to transition to a Product Owner role and be successful. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. Being...
by Dave Saboe | Dec 5, 2017 | Experienced, Podcast |
In this episode, author and renown speaker Denise Jacobs helps you to overcome Imposter Syndrome and silence your inner critic to unleash your creativity. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why your inner voice may be holding you back The difference...
by Dave Saboe | Nov 28, 2017 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, we explore two common root cause analysis approaches, Fishbone Diagrams and 5 Whys, to help you understand when to use each technique. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable...
by Dave Saboe | Nov 21, 2017 | Career, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll discover the value of competency models and how they can help you grow in your career. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. ...
by Dave Saboe | Nov 14, 2017 | General Competencies |
In this episode, you’ll find out how to apply Lean Startup approaches so that you can build solutions customers will love. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why the Lean Startup approaches aren’t just for small organizations How to...
by Dave Saboe | Nov 7, 2017 | Experienced, Podcast |
In this episode, Kevin Brennan helps us to understand the impact of digital transformations and what you need to do to adapt to this shift. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: How the digital revolution and digital transformations change the way...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 31, 2017 | Communication, Podcast |
In this episode, Corrine Thomas shares techniques from Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP) that can help you build relationships and influence better. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why building rapport with stakeholders is so important How to use...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 24, 2017 | Communication, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, you’ll find out how to improve your communication and collaboration by adapting your approach using the DiSC model. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 17, 2017 | Experienced, Podcast, Start |
In this episode, Adrian helps us stay out of rabbit holes and avoid developing solutions that don’t address the real opportunity through thin slicing problem analysis. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: How to avoid rabbit holes and stay focused...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 10, 2017 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, we explore the many applications of a SIPOC and how it can help you on your next project. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. One of...
by Dave Saboe | Oct 3, 2017 | Experienced, General Competencies, Podcast, Start |
In this episode, Randy Radic shares his process and tips for building a realistic business case to make sure your organization is moving forward with the right initiatives. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: The key components to a meaningful business...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 26, 2017 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, we explore whether or not business stakeholders and technology teams should stay on their own lanes and not cross over to other areas. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get valuable...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 19, 2017 | Agile, Podcast |
In this episode, author, trainer, and Agile thought leader Mike Cohn joins us to help you overcome the challenges with User Stories. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why a simple concept like User Stories is so difficult to get right The types of...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 12, 2017 | Podcast |
In part 2 of this episode, Ken Fulmer, CEO and President of the International Institute for Business Analysis (IIBA), joins us to discuss some new initiatives at the IIBA and how the IIBA can help you advance your skills and grow in your career. After listening to...
by Dave Saboe | Sep 5, 2017 | Podcast |
In this episode, Ken Fulmer, CEO and President of the International Institute for Business Analysis (IIBA), joins us to discuss some new initiatives at the IIBA and how the IIBA can help you advance your skills and grow in your career. After listening to this episode,...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 29, 2017 | Career, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, Ryland Leyton helps us to flip the script during a job search to find the right opportunity. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. Flip...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 22, 2017 | Career, Podcast |
In this episode, Ryland Leyton shows us how to distinguish ourselves in interviews and in our career. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: How to answer interview questions to demonstrate your skills and knowledge What answers interviewers are really...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 15, 2017 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, we discuss brainstorming. Â You’ll realize that brainstorming doesn’t work – at least not the way you’re doing it. There’s a better way. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 8, 2017 | Agile, General Competencies, Podcast |
In this episode, Kent McDonald helps us to dispel some myths and helps you discover what you need to know about working in an Agile environment. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why Agile alone won’t get you better, faster, and cheaper How a...
by Dave Saboe | Aug 1, 2017 | Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, I discuss requirements quality – What is it and how you can increase the quality of your requirements. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 25, 2017 | Career, Experienced, Podcast |
In this episode, Kupe Kupersmith shares a new competency framework for the next generation of professionals in the project field. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why the current environment requires new competencies How focusing on four critical...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 18, 2017 | Agile, General Competencies, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, we explore the mindset shift needed to be successful as a Business Analyst in an Agile environment. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks.  You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. ...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 11, 2017 | Career, Podcast, Start |
In this episode, Laura Brandenburg helps us prepare for interviewing for a Business Analyst position. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: How to prepare for an interview for a BA position What kind of questions to expect How to address some of the...
by Dave Saboe | Jul 4, 2017 | Career, Lightning Cast, Podcast |
In this Lightning Cast, we discuss the Business Analyst career path. Â It might not be what you expect. A Lightning Cast is a shorter form episode modeled after lightning talks. Â You’ll get valuable content in 8 minutes or less. I’m often asked what...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 27, 2017 | Experienced, Podcast, Start |
In this episode, author, consultant, and thought leader Jerry Weinberg shares his thoughts on the challenges with software requirements and why we need to take requirements seriously. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Common problems with...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 20, 2017 | Agile, Experienced, Podcast |
In this episode, Brent Severson shares how he has successfully integrated Design Thinking, User Experience Design, and Agile into his BA practice to make himself valuable to teams working in the digital space. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: How...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 13, 2017 | Career, Experienced, Podcast |
In this episode, Lora McCoy shares her views on where business analysts should reside in an organization to enable better collaboration, growth, and prevent solution bias. After listening to this episode, you'll understand: Why the right organizational placement is...
by Dave Saboe | Jun 6, 2017 | Career, Experienced, Podcast, Start |
In part 2 of this interview, author and consultant Steve Blais shares with us the remainder of his 11 principles of the business analyst, which provides guidance as to what a business analyst should do to achieve success. After listening to this episode, you'll...