About this episode:

Series 1: Episode 3

In this episode of The Agile Diaries, we speak with Anthony Coppedge. From starting out in college radio to now working with IBM in global agile digital sales, Anthony openly discusses how his early years fed into his career in business agility. In Anthony’s view, “Leadership is a choice, not a role. Management is a role”. 

Trigger Warning: This episode mentions sensitive topics including abuse that some listeners may find distressing. Listener discretion is advised.

Key Discussion Points

12:04

Things move much quicker now than they did with the 2001 Agile Manifesto.

22:16

The concept of agile supporting businesses.

29:37

Not having to be all things to all people.

“I don’t fear failure at all. If we’re not failing, I wonder if we’re trying hard enough?”

Anthony Coppedge

Featured in this episode:

  • A black and white headshot photograph of Anthony Coppedge
    Senior Director Product Marketing & Sales Enablement Consultant

    Anthony helps B2B SaaS companies boost APR and retention by embedding tactical product-led growth across Marketing, Product and RevOps through scalable systems, shared KPIs and AI-augmented workflows.

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonycoppedge/
  • A headshot of Ed Ward in black and white
    Instructional Designer, Podcast Host

    Ed is an experienced instructional designer, digital producer and project manager. He is an award-winning writer, national radio breakfast show presenter and voice actor.

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/ejwward/
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