by Organisers @virtualddd | Dec 3, 2025
When wrapping up a big picture EventStorming with a dot voting on hotspots or opportunities, we need to add minority wisdom to the decision made. Tell the people who did not vote on the majority decision that you are sorry. Then ask 'what do you need to also...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Dec 3, 2025
The objective of a design discussion is not to prove one's own correctness but to arrive at a sound, team-owned solution. Focusing on 'being right' closes off collaboration and can lead to enforced, poorly understood decisions. The true goal is...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Dec 3, 2025
If a team remains unconvinced by arguments and the potential failure is contained and not catastrophic, allow them to experience the consequences. This hands-on failure provides undeniable proof and fosters genuine understanding better than enforced compliance. The...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Nov 21, 2025
Before concluding a team is wrong, critically assess your own feedback. Consider if your advice was persuasive or if you provided the necessary context for them to see the bigger picture. This focuses on improving your advisory skill rather than assigning blame....
by Organisers @virtualddd | Nov 7, 2025
Do not wait until a decision is fully formed to present it for advice, as this invites criticism rather than collaboration. Engage architects and stakeholders throughout the decision-making process to incorporate their knowledge and context early. This makes the...
