67% of strategies fail not because they were wrong, but because they weren’t executed well. At Agile Yorkshire, I’ll share how the SEM360 strategy execution maturity benchmarking tool which helps leaders and teams see where execution is breaking down—and what overachievers do differently to consistently outperform their peers. By scanning across five dimensions—Align, Execute, Improve, Scale, and Empower—SEM360 provides a practical, data-driven way to connect strategy with delivery. The result? A clearer path from ambition to results, enabling businesses to focus, adapt, and achieve lasting success.

Wondering how to make new ways of working stick? Are you evolving your processes, tools, metrics, and measures but still finding friction in team collaboration? Curious about creating conditions that encourage focus, creativity, and innovation for the humans in your teams? Look no further. In this fast-paced, interactive talk, we will revisit the principles and values of the Agile Manifesto and highlight the vital role of human connections in building successful teams. We’ll showcase practical tools and methods, including Facilitation Techniques and Clean Language, to better understand what individuals need to improve their focus, performance, and overall success. Additionally, we'll illuminate the often-overlooked aspects of team interaction, participation, and consent to create environments where everyone feels heard, valued, and equipped to do great work. Whether you're in an agile team, or a leadership team, or simply want to learn more about yourself and what you need to achieve peak performance, join this talk to see, hear, and experience a collection of simple, easy-to-adopt practices.