Albrecht Günther

Magic Estimation

Are you tired of long, drawn-out estimation meetings that seem to go on forever? Enter Magic Estimation, a fast technique perfect for estimating numerous items in a flash, particularly in…
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Optimism bias

Optimism bias, our tendency to overestimate positive outcomes and underestimate negative ones, can creep into various business decisions, leading to unforeseen consequences like severe delays in delivery or cost explosions.…
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Eat your own dogfood

Though the slogan might sound a bit odd, I’d like to claim it as a concept crucial to our success as a product-driven organization: adopting what’s known as the “eat…
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Niko Niko Calendar

The Niko Niko calendar is a tool used by some teams to track how happy or sad everyone feels each day. Instead of just noting down tasks or meetings, people…
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Better ask for pardon …

… then beg for permission! In out modern project world, things change fast, and you gotta make choices on the fly. The saying “better ask for forgiveness later than permission…
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Iceberg model

The Iceberg image is probably one of the best know models in personal and team development. And still it is worth to mention – and to regurarly remind it. The…
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Cynefin framework

In modern environments, a good part of our failed solution strategies comes from the misunderstanding of our environment. To navigate these complexities effectively, robust decision-making frameworks are essential. The Cynefin…
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Kudo wall

Appreciation is a great example for “important and not urgent”. But recognizing and celebrating achievements, big or small, is essential for fostering a positive and productive team culture. I first…
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