Summary
In this episode of Ascendle Unscripted, host Michael Cinquino, CEO Dave Todaro, and guest Joel Parmar discuss the challenges and strategies of implementing an agile mindset in large, traditionally structured organizations. They explore the balance between control and innovation, the importance of asking the right questions, and how agile thinking can be applied to emerging technologies like AI and cloud strategy. The conversation emphasizes that agility is not just about speed but about learning and adapting to change, with a focus on leadership's role in fostering a culture of agility.

Takeaways
-Agile mindset is crucial for large organizations.
-Cultural resistance is a major barrier to digital transformation.
-Agile empowers teams to respond to real-time changes.
-Mindset should evolve into a skill set for effective implementation.
-Control and predictability are often misaligned with innovation.
-Asking 'why' helps clarify purpose and direction.
-Celebrating failures is essential for learning and growth.
-Agile thinking is vital for AI and cloud projects.
-Start small with agile practices to see gradual change.
-Leadership support is critical for successful agile transformation.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Agile Mindset in Organizations
02:47 Understanding Agile vs Traditional Structures
07:33 Implementing Agile Mindset as a Skill Set
11:18 Balancing Control and Innovation
18:10 Asking the Right Questions for Agile Implementation
26:28 Agile Thinking in AI and Cloud Strategy
32:20 Starting Small with Agile Practices
38:29 Concluding Thoughts on Agile Mindset