How do Lean-Agile leaders demonstrate effective leadership?

Lean-Agile leaders play a crucial role in guiding teams and organizations through the complexities of adopting Lean-Agile methodologies. One primary way they demonstrate effective leadership is by modeling SAFe's Lean-Agile Mindset, values, principles, and practices. This forms the foundation of the SAFe framework, influencing others through their own behavior and attitudes.

By embodying these values and principles, Lean-Agile leaders provide a clear vision and direction, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Their ability to live the mindset encourages team members to internalize these concepts, leading to a more cohesive and productive work environment. This modeling of behavior helps to create trust and transparency, essential elements for successful Lean-Agile transformations.

In contrast, while empathic design and customer-centricity, mastering the Seven Core Competencies, and utilizing the SAFe Implementation Roadmap are important, they are more specialized aspects of practice and strategy rather than overarching demonstrations of leadership. To effectively lead, it's vital that leaders embody the core mindset and principles of Lean-Agile practices, providing a consistent example for others to follow.