Sticky Mob Programming with Lennart Fridén

The Mob Mentality Show

In this compelling episode of the Mob Mentality Show, we dive deep into the art of Sticky Mob Programming with Lennart Fridén, who brings a wealth of knowledge from his decade-long journey coaching mob programming in Sweden. Whether you're a seasoned mob programmer or new to the concept, this episode is packed with actionable insights and real-world examples that can help you make mobbing a lasting fixture in your team's workflow.
### Key Discussion Points:
**Sticky Mob Programming:**
- Lennart’s insights on mob stickiness
- Beyond just trying mobbing
- Persistent mob habits even without the nudging of a coach
- Mob stickiness challenges and triumphs
- Roles: outsider, insider, first follower (AKA eager first dance partner),
- Lessons from "Power of Habit"
- Mob as keystone habit leading to a cascade of other beneficial practices
- Community and belonging
- Dealing with stagnation
- Vulnerability and growth

**Technical Coaching and Redundancy:**
- Embedding coaching and making the coach's role redundant (times two)
- Teaching for sustainability
- Gradual coach transition examples
- Handling eager vs. apathetic first follower (potential future coach)
**P.S.** Reach out to Lennart Fridén ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennartfriden/ ) for guidance on introducing mobbing and ensuring it sticks in your organization.
Tune in to discover how to make mob programming a sticky and sustainable practice in your organization!
Video and Show Notes: https://youtu.be/FSFyifwXbWo