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Autonomy – From Buzzword to Business Value

Autonomy can excite or frustrate organizations, creating division. Understanding its practical applications can drive measurable value and success.

John Inge Hervik

John Inge Hervik

John Inge is an Enterprise Agile Coach with more than 15 years of experience in agile working methods and organisations. He started as a developer with an interest in methodology in architectural work, and has taken further education in psychology and professional coaching (certified at PCC level from the ICF). He now works as a mentor and coach for managers, teams, agile coaches, product owners and more. In addition to holding training courses and workshops.

John Inge leads Distilled's coaching and coursework.

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Autonomy: a word that excites some, frustrates others, and often leaves organisations divided. But what does autonomy truly mean in practice, and how can it deliver measurable value? Is it the key to success, or just another management headache?

In this session, we’ll demystify autonomy and self-organisation, exploring their real-world applications and benefits. You’ll gain the clarity and confidence to explain how autonomous teams function effectively in organisations, and you’ll be armed with arguments to steer endless autonomy debates back toward what really matters—creating value that drives your organisation forward.

Beyond the theory, we’ll dive into practical insights, addressing common challenges and questions drawn from years of client work and training sessions. From fostering accountability to improving collaboration between autonomous teams, this session equips you with the tools and mindset to make autonomy work—not just as a concept, but as a driver of success.

Key Takeaways: 1. The Truth About Autonomy: Gain a clear, actionable understanding of autonomy and self-organisation, and the tangible value they bring. 2. Practical Collaboration Tips: Tips and tricks to enhance cooperation and alignment between autonomous teams. 3. Facilitating Ownership: Discover how to cultivate responsibility and engagement in teams and employees. 4. Debate with Confidence: Equip yourself with compelling arguments to refocus autonomy discussions on outcomes and value.