Principles
- Broader Perspective: Only by seeing can a sense of urgency be created, which then allows for the possibility of a response.
- Stronger Discipline: We should not be immersed in the constantly emerging bad smells.
- Clearer Gray Areas: There are other choices between a perfect solution and complete neglect.
On “er”
A team I once coached asked me if there is a “most Agile” team. I replied that there is no “most Agile” team; there is only a team that continuously challenges itself and becomes stronger. The use of “er” reflects the concept of “more”, emphasizing that improvement is an ongoing process without a fixed endpoint. It’s not about achieving a certification or mastering a skill, but rather about the continuous pursuit of being better.
If the idea of “er” seems unclear, you can define a boundary for yourself. For instance, in terms of perspective, the ceiling might be the feedback on your company’s products, or it could be something broader, like considering social responsibility. The key is to recognize that “er” embodies a journey of constant refinement and growth, rather than a final destination.