# mark griffin (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover mark griffin. Page: Feed: --- ## #68 Four Types of Scrum Work _2026-06-03 · Inspect and Adapt_ Everyone knows that a Scrum team should do the value-added work of the product backlog. But there are other types of work that may or may not make it into that backlog, yet these types of work are critical for a well-functioning Scrum team. Join Construx’s Earl Beede , Steve Tockey and Mark Griffin as they Inspect & Adapt four types of work that should be part of every sprint plan. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/688740/episodes/19243123-68-four-types-of-scrum-work.mp3) ## #67 Measurement Theory _2026-05-13 · Inspect and Adapt_ Measurement is all about assigning a value or a symbol to an attribute of an entity. Doing it right can reduce project risk. Join Construx's Earl Beede , Steve Tockey and Mark Griffin as they Inspect & Adapt how measurement theory impacts your project, potentially increasing risk if you get it wrong. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/688740/episodes/19141592-67-measurement-theory.mp3) ## [Faith Driven Human Resources: A Strategic Approach to Culture Transformation](https://markagriffin.podbean.com/e/faith-driven-human-resources-a-strategic-approach-to-culture-transformation/) _2026-05-05 · IHN HR_ What does a Faith Driven HR organization truly look like, and how does that connect to culture transformation in today’s workplace? In this recorded session from the Busch School of Business HR Speaker Series, host Tracy Phillips leads a focused and engaging conversation with Mark A. Griffin, Founder and President of IHN HR. Together, they explore how faith informed leadership principles can be… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/vvdswcruakzqin3e/Catholic_University_Audiobsobv.mp3) ## #66 The Sunk Cost Fallacy _2026-04-14 · Inspect and Adapt_ Why do we keep working on something long past the point where we should have stopped? Join Construx’s Earl Beede , Steve Tockey and Mark Griffin as they Inspect & Adapt the various ways we trick ourselves into thinking, “Well, we already spent this much time or money; we can’t afford to lose that!” Find out how much the sunk cost fallacy is costing you. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/688740/episodes/18989678-66-the-sunk-cost-fallacy.mp3) ## #65 Estimating the Unknown _2026-03-10 · Inspect and Adapt_ "How do you estimate something you’ve never done before?" Construx gets that question a lot. This podcast identifies how to approach estimating when you have a lot of unknown items. Join Construx's Earl Beede and Steve Tockey as they look at techniques for making the unknown less unknown, bounding the uncertainty, and planning through the unknown. Hosted by Mark Griffin [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/688740/episodes/18802815-65-estimating-the-unknown.mp3) ## [Podcast: Hiring for Your Why: Staying True to Your Core Values with Vaughn Thurman](https://markagriffin.podbean.com/e/podcast-hiring-for-your-why-staying-true-to-your-core-values-with-vaughn-thurman/) _2026-02-24 · IHN HR_ In this episode, we’re talking about something every leader wrestles with — how to hire not just for talent, but for fit. Leaders are often tempted to prioritize skills over alignment, yet the long-term health of an organization depends on hiring people who embody its mission, vision, and values. Join us in this episode of Encouragement for Work as Mark is joined by Vaughn Thurman , CEO of… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/bypwsfqu432imh3j/Hiring_for_Your_Why_-_Staying_True_to_Your_Core_Values_with_Vaughn_Thurman_Audio6b46o.mp3) ## [Finding Purpose & Staying Encouraged: Leadership Lessons for Thriving Through Change](https://markagriffin.podbean.com/e/finding-purpose-staying-encouraged-leadership-lessons-for-thriving-through-change/) _2026-02-17 · IHN HR_ Now more than ever, work can feel heavy for some. Post-COVID transitions, return-to-office tension, cultural division, and a constant stream of polarizing news have created workplaces filled with uncertainty, fatigue, and quiet disconnection. Many leaders are asking the same question: How do we keep people moving forward when everything feels like it’s pulling us apart? The good news? There is a… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2zfp383zzgmt9hws/Finding_Purpose_Staying_Encouraged_-_Leadership_Lessons_for_Thriving_Through_Change_Audiob35kj.mp3) ## #64 Design by Contract _2026-02-10 · Inspect and Adapt_ Design by Contract is used by advanced developers to lower defects and reduce complexity, making development faster. Construx staff experience for over two decades in a variety of languages ranging from Assembler to Java is consistent with these benefits. Join Steve Tockey, Earl Beede, and Mark Griffin as they discuss why Design by Contract is so beneficial, with particular emphasis on how it… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/688740/episodes/18598857-64-design-by-contract.mp3) ## [Rethinking Employee Benefits: ICHRA, Choice, and the Future of Healthcare](https://markagriffin.podbean.com/e/rethinking-employee-benefits-ichra-choice-and-the-future-of-healthcare/) _2026-02-09 · IHN HR_ As organizations grow, their benefits strategy must grow with them. But many leaders are still navigating rising costs, confusing options, and outdated healthcare models that no longer serve their teams well. Join us as we sit down with Julie Garrett , Vice President of Employee Benefits at HUB International. Julie is a senior employee benefits consultant with extensive experience partnering with… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/q29pjyx5isxs2jgj/Rethinking_Employee_Benefits_-_ICHRA_Choice_and_the_Future_of_Healthcare_Audioaj025.mp3) ## #63 Acceptance Criteria _2026-01-06 · Inspect and Adapt_ Acceptance criteria are the criteria for acceptance, or so the helpful online definitions say. But what does that really mean? And is the common—almost universal—advice to write little functional snippets correct? Join Steve Tockey and Earl Beede as they Inspect & Adapt Acceptance Criteria. They'll take a look from several angles and suggest ways to make acceptance criteria much more useful for… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/688740/episodes/18426811-63-acceptance-criteria.mp3) ## [Crypto Payments, No Custody (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/FSXMm1ey3nmU) _2026-01-06 · **Sponsored**_ Send crypto to merchant wallets via API with real-time updates and automatic fees. ## [How HR Can Support Employees Facing Relational Poverty](https://markagriffin.podbean.com/e/how-hr-can-support-employees-facing-relational-poverty/) _2026-01-06 · IHN HR_ Understanding Relational Poverty in the Workplace In today’s fast-paced, digital-first world, employees are more connected than ever—yet many still feel deeply isolated. This phenomenon, known as relational poverty, occurs when individuals lack meaningful, supportive relationships in both their personal and professional lives. As organizational leaders, we have a responsibility to recognize and… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/xtzcft6jh79htxxd/Understanding_Relational_Poverty_in_the_Workplace_Audio7ul47.mp3) ## #62 Risk Management _2025-12-02 · Inspect and Adapt_ Project risk management was a critical part of well-run software development projects late in the last century. With the coming of agile development practices, however, risk management disappeared. Or did it? Steve Tockey and Earl Beede Inspect & Adapt the role of project risk management on modern development projects. They identify when it is still needed, where it is still happening, and how it… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/688740/episodes/18193153-62-risk-management.mp3) ## [Avoiding Mission Drift - An Imperative for Christian Leaders, Interview with Becca Spradlin](https://markagriffin.podbean.com/e/avoiding-mission-drift-an-imperative-for-christian-leaders-interview-with-becca-spradlin/) _2025-12-02 · IHN HR_ Special Guest: Becca Spradlin | Author, Speaker, Mission Drift & Strategy Consultant | Kingdom Culture Builder Hosted by Mark A. Griffin. “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” — Proverbs 29:18 Episode Overview: Mission statements are more than just words on a wall—they’re the heartbeat of your organization. But are they being lived out in daily operations? Are your hiring practices,… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/b2vb75g47ar3i4vu/Avoiding_Mission_Drift_-_An_Imperative_for_Christian_Leaders_Interview_with_Becca_Spradlin_Audio81ewi.mp3) ## [The Power of Community: Launching the Pennsylvania Christian Chamber 2026](https://markagriffin.podbean.com/e/the-power-of-community-launching-the-pennsylvania-christian-chamber-2026/) _2025-11-09 · IHN HR_ Even years after COVID, many people remain disconnected—unplugged from the communities where they work, live, and serve. Some still feel disenchanted and uncertain about how to reengage. But what if there were an opportunity to reconnect—with like-minded people, shared values, and a Christ-centered purpose? What if believers could be equipped and empowered to bring their faith boldly into the… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/6gzhnmx8hqzuwe9b/The_Power_of_Community_-_Launching_the_Pennsylvania_Christian_Chamber_2026_Audioad4wq.mp3) ## #61 Scaling Patterns _2025-10-15 · Inspect and Adapt_ Scaling software development is hard. Several patterns have emerged that moderately successful organizations use when scaling. The patterns focus on how to package the work, where and when to make decisions, and how to get teams to collaborate. Join Mark Griffin, Earl Beede, and Steve Tockey as they explore scaling patterns. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/688740/episodes/17990812-61-scaling-patterns.mp3) ## #60 The F Word in Software _2025-09-10 · Inspect and Adapt_ All development organizations use software's F word: Feature . But what they actually mean by the word is often unclear, since the software industry has two—somewhat incompatible—definitions of feature . Join host Mark Griffin as he asks Construx's Steve Tockey and Earl Beede to explain those two different uses of the word feature on development projects. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/688740/episodes/17693682-60-the-f-word-in-software.mp3) ## [Podcast: Scaling Up: Navigating HR & Benefits from 5 to 500 Employees](https://markagriffin.podbean.com/e/podcast-scaling-up-navigating-hr-benefits-from-5-to-500-employees/) _2025-08-13 · IHN HR_ As organizations grow, so do their people-related challenges. In this episode, we're diving into the realities of scaling your team — and what leaders need to know about building a strong HR and benefits foundation along the way. Whether you're managing a team of 5 or approaching 50 (or even 500), this conversation will equip you with key strategies to support your employees while protecting and… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/dais8x6r6nazd73t/Scaling_Up_Navigating_HR_Benefits_from_5_to_500_Employees_Audio6rl4g.mp3) ## [Esther in the Boardroom: Biblical Wisdom for Women Leading in Today’s Marketplace](https://markagriffin.podbean.com/e/esther-in-the-boardroom-biblical-wisdom-for-women-leading-in-today-s-marketplace/) _2025-07-28 · IHN HR_ Join host Mark Griffin as he explores the timeless story of Esther—a woman who used courage, wisdom, and faith to lead and influence in a secular space. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Mary Gazda, to explore a topic that resonates deeply with today’s Christian women: the sacred tension between professional ambition and spiritual conviction. Mary brings wisdom, authenticity, and grace as… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/64wj2b9k5qqyk7pn/Esther_in_the_Boardroom_Biblical_Wisdom_for_Women_Leading_in_Today_s_Marketplace_Audioay6az.mp3) ## [Faith on the Job: Responding to Workplace Hostility with Grace and Conviction](https://markagriffin.podbean.com/e/faith-on-the-job-responding-to-workplace-hostility-with-grace-and-conviction/) _2025-07-09 · IHN HR_ Now more than ever, Christians in the workplace are facing mounting challenges. Whether it’s pressure to compromise values, fear of expressing faith, or outright hostility from employers or peers—being a follower of Christ in today’s marketplace takes courage and conviction. In this powerful episode, we dive deep into what it means to stand strong in your faith without losing your grace, dignity,… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2624s3bzxis5shhj/Faith_on_the_Job_Responding_to_Workplace_Hostility_with_Grace_and_Conviction_Audio7q8uc.mp3) ## [Earn crypto from idle GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/yZo6C4c98dfc) _2025-07-09 · **Sponsored**_ Run one CLI command, connect your GPU, and start receiving crypto payouts. ## #59 Total Project Quality _2025-06-03 · Inspect and Adapt_ Total Project Quality , Construx's course on how to insert quality throughout a work effort, hasn't always gotten the traction it deserves. Why not? In this podcast, we examine the subject of quality and our (perhaps poorly-named) Total Project Quality seminar. Join Construx's Steve Tockey , Earl Beede , and Mark Griffin as they Inspect & Adapt the Total Project Quality course, the topic of… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/688740/episodes/17235941-59-total-project-quality.mp3)