A Leadership Journey of Discovery - Paperback

by Rick Regueira (Author)

"A Leadership Journey of Discovery" by Rick Regueira is a deeply personal and practical exploration of leadership, transformation, and the human side of Agile. Drawing from his experiences leading large-scale organizational change at IPC (Independent Purchasing Cooperative for Subway), Rick takes readers on an honest journey from burnout and control-driven management to empowerment, empathy, and authentic leadership.

The book opens with a breaking point - a powerful story of how success can hide struggle. From there, readers follow Rick's evolution from project manager to Agile Coach to Enterprise Leader, uncovering the lessons, setbacks, and revelations that shaped his growth. Each chapter blends narrative storytelling with real-world coaching insights, showing that leadership is not about authority or frameworks, but about connection, curiosity, and courage.

Through stories of transformation - from the first Agile implementation at IPC to the creation of the South Florida Agile Association and the Agile International Conference - Rick reveals how culture, trust, and collaboration can reshape entire organizations. Along the way, he introduces frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, Belbin, and Tribal Leadership, making complex ideas relatable through personal examples and heartfelt reflection.

More than a professional memoir, this book is a call to rediscover purpose. It shows that true leadership begins when we let go of control and lead with empathy. Readers will find inspiration in Rick's humility, humor, and authenticity, as well as practical takeaways for creating empowered teams and resilient cultures.

Whether you're a Scrum Master, executive, or someone navigating change, A Leadership Journey of Discovery offers a mirror and a map - guiding you to lead not just with your mind, but with your heart.