What Business Analysis Professionals Should Know About Agile

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In this episode of Business Analysis Live, Susan Moore isjoined by Kent McDonald—freelance product manager, author, and speaker—for a candid conversation on what business analysis professionals really need to understand about agile. Together, they explore the evolution (and dilution) of agile practices, the confusion around roles like product owner vs. business analyst, and how professionals can navigate agile environments without getting lost injargon or rigid frameworks.

You’ll hear real-world stories, practical advice, and arefreshing perspective on how business analysis professionals can meet the real definition of agile - supporting better collaboration, faster learning, andmeaningful outcomes for their teams.

If you've ever felt boxed in by "the agile way" or wondered how to demonstrate your impact as a business analysis professional — this episode is for you!

🎯 Episode Highlights

• The history and intent behind agile

• Why agile feels broken in many organizations

• Common myths about agile and business analysis roles

• How to demonstrate impact instead of talking about "value"

• Understanding the important role context plays in agile approaches

• Why collaboration and feedback matter more than ceremonies

• Making stealth business analysis contributions that support the team

• Advice for aligning your work with how your organization makes money

• Why you should stop saying "agile" and just focus on working better

🔗 Resources

Connect with Kent on LinkedIn
See Kent at BBC

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