AmirHossein BozorgKian
I help businesses accelerate growth with Agile mindset and scalable software solutions
Tag Archives: Goals
In Uncertain Conditions, the Emphasis Is on Learning, Not Production
A short while ago, in one of my conversations, a topic came up that has always been a challenge for me: Should we take action quickly, or should we first dedicate enough time to learning and discovery before making any move? In that discussion, many defended the concept of “Fail Fast” — failing quickly to…
EBM: Applying Evidence-Based Management at the Portfolio Level
In this chapter, the book explores how organizations can apply Evidence-Based Management (EBM) at the portfolio level to ensure that investments align with customer value and business impact. Instead of spreading resources across multiple projects without clear justification, businesses should use empirical data to prioritize and fund initiatives that create the most value. Managing Investments…
EBM: Applying Evidence-Based Management (EBM) at the Product Level
In this chapter, the book explores how organizations can apply Evidence-Based Management (EBM) principles at the product level. Instead of making product decisions based on assumptions or rigid plans, teams should use real customer data, experimentation, and feedback loops to develop and improve products. The key takeaway is that businesses should validate ideas before investing…
EBM: Managing and Overcoming Expectations – The Reality of Business Progress
In this chapter, the book explores how expectations—whether from leadership, customers, or teams—can create pressure that distorts decision-making. Organizations often prioritize meeting expectations over achieving real progress, leading to misleading success metrics and unproductive efforts. The key takeaway is that businesses must set transparent, realistic goals and focus on delivering value rather than just appearances….
EBM: Becoming (More) Effective – Focusing on Real Impact
In this chapter, the book explores why speed alone is not enough—businesses must focus on being truly effective by delivering meaningful results. Many organizations prioritize efficiency, but without a focus on real customer impact, they risk missing the bigger picture. The key takeaway is that businesses should shift from just doing things faster to doing…
EBM: Using Empiricism to Progress Toward Goals
In this chapter, the book challenges the traditional approach of setting fixed, long-term plans and instead promotes empiricism—a method of continuous learning through feedback and adaptation. The key takeaway is that businesses should measure progress based on real-world data rather than rigid assumptions. It also introduces the shift from SMART goals to SM goals, emphasizing…