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Draig Insights
The Welsh word 'draig' means dragon, but also 'warrior' or 'leader'.
In the Avagasso blog, we delve deep into our power as warriors and leaders to share our insights, musings, experiences, and wisdom with our fellow dragons who are seeking to unlock their power and expand their inner and outer worlds.
So, read on, my courageous leader...
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Women account for 30% of the Agile community … Let’s try to change this one step at a time.
❤️🔥 As my exploration through the Women in Agile Europe 2023 conference draws to a close, I'm filled with gratitude and inspiration....
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 27, 20231 min read
Happy Thanksgiving
Yesterday, while many were gathering around tables filled with festive flavors, I found myself deep in joyful anticipation. 💚 Tonight,...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 24, 20231 min read
Try this, type “top 10 agile influencers” into a Google prompt; what do you notice?
My Agile Insights Continue: Unveiling New Perspectives … 🐲 As we journey further into my insights from the Women in Agile Europe 2023,...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 22, 20231 min read
As leaders and influencers in the tech world, we must recognize that survivors of abuse are all arou
Read to the very last paragraph of this post to find out how you can help these colleagues in your teams thrive. This may be the most...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 20, 20233 min read
🐉 Uniting Generations: Agile Insights and Wisdom 🐉
The American Psychological Association highlighted that Millennials were diagnosed with depression and anxiety at a higher percentage...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 19, 20231 min read
The lack of female perspectives in decision-making during COVID-19 led to increased domestic violenc
💚 Join me as I describe my experiences of inspiration from my Women in Agile Europe 2023 journey. Here is the second installment of my...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 17, 20231 min read
Stop focusing on production and delivery.
Following the spark of inspiration from my last post about the Women in Agile Europe 2023, I'm thrilled to share the first of my promised...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 15, 20231 min read
Women in Agile Europe 2023: A Junction of Inspiration and Inclusivity
Just back from the remarkable Women in Agile Europe 2023 conference, and I'm brimming with ideas, insights, and an unanticipated amount...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 15, 20232 min read
In approximately 7.6 billion years from now
As we stand on our little blue dot, Earth, we're reminded of its eventual fate—approximately 7.6 billion years from now, our home is...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 13, 20233 min read
Stop name-calling
“You are stupid.” “what’s wrong with you?” With 23.3% experiencing verbal bullying like name-calling at work, the need for change is...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 12, 20232 min read
How can we embody the spirit of the Agile Dragon in our leadership style?
Agile projects have a 64% success rate, compared to a 49% success rate for projects using the waterfall methodology, making Agile...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 11, 20232 min read
As a leader and leadership coach who has navigated the storm of abandonment
As a leader and leadership coach who has navigated the storm of abandonment, the uncertainty of foster care, and the transformative...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 9, 20232 min read
Are there any biases you think might be influencing your decisions?
🐲 Discover the Dragon’s Path to Inclusive Decision-Making Are you navigating the labyrinth of leadership decisions with the wisdom of a...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 7, 20231 min read
Kubernetes is Greek for "helmsman" or "pilot"
Did you know? Kubernetes is Greek for "helmsman" or "pilot," aptly conveying its role in guiding containers through the complexities of...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 6, 20231 min read
As the Dutch say, “ Do Normaal”! Or???
Embark on a reflective journey with me in my latest Dragon Tales episode, where I weave through the cultural landscapes that have richly...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 4, 20231 min read
Devrellers
Finally!!! I learned how to integrate into a cluster of people without interrupting! Thank you, Wesley, for answering this question for...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 2, 20231 min read
The 2024 schedule for "Unlock Your Leadership Power & Drive Your Business Forward" is here
🐉 Exciting News, and Happy Halloween! The 2024 schedule for "Unlock Your Leadership Power & Drive Your Business Forward" is here! In...
Sarah Gruneisen
Oct 30, 20231 min read
Ensure your team isn't the 85% of professionals that confront workplace conflict...
Dive deep into the swirling storm of the Toxic Triangle. 🐉 Uncover the dance of the Victim, Persecutor, and Martyr roles and discover...
Sarah Gruneisen
Oct 29, 20231 min read
Dragon Tales: From Code to Leadership: Unveiling My Tech Fascinations 🐉
Ever since embarking on my tech adventure in the late '90s as a software engineer, I've navigated through codes, algorithms, and...
Sarah Gruneisen
Oct 27, 20232 min read
Embracing Authenticity in Leadership
In ancient stories, dragons played dual roles – they protected treasures while also testing the mettle of heroes. In our modern journey,...
Sarah Gruneisen
Oct 26, 20231 min read
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