Learning about scrum is important, but growing your capability to deploy and implement scrum effectively is way more important.
All the theory in the world doesn’t help if your team are grappling with the action elements. Actively doing the work, creating the product implement, integrating customer feedback and data into decision-making for the next product evolution. It often isn’t scrum that is the problem, it is a fundamental lack of knowledge and understanding around the core pillars of Empiricism that under pin scrum.
Transparency. Inspection. Adaptation.
One of my favourite courses to present, and most effective workshops to run with teams, is called Applying Professional Scrum (APS) and it may be the perfect opportunity for you.
- If you can’t build momentum and leverage continuous improvement.
- If you keep tripping on the basics and can’t effectively remove impediments.
- If you use scrum terms and attend scrum events, but don’t see improved times to market, increased customer satisfaction, and reduced costs.
- If you aren’t achieving your desired returns on agile investment.
If this looks and feels like you, watch a few of the videos below and gain some insight into how applying scrum professionally may be a game-changer for you.
- https://nkdagility.com/blog/what-is-your-favourite-agile-course-to-deliver-and-why/
- https://nkdagility.com/blog/why-does-minecraft-make-the-aps-course-so-awesome/
- https://nkdagility.com/blog/how-does-the-aps-course-help-people-apply-scrum-effectively/
News: Agile Actually Podcast
My good friend Simon Reindl and I just started a podcast and the first episode is live on https://youtu.be/YiQFgl0JCRE:
Welcome to Agile Actually, the podcast that brings you authentic agile concepts, insights, and wisdom from two of the industry’s most respected, progressive agile experts. Hosted by Martin Hinshelwood and Simon Reindl, both of whom have extensive experience working with agile in a variety of industries in some of the most diverse applications on Earth, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their agile practice.
Episode 1: Life coaches masquerading as Agile Coaches
In this month’s edition of #agileactually, Simon Reindl and Martin Hinshelwood explore the latest trend in #agile for a life coach to present themselves as an #agilecoach to organizations. In most cases, an #agilecoach or #agilecosultant will have years of experience as an #agilepractitioner, actively working in an #agileteam, followed by certification and practise as an #agilecoach leading multiple #agileteams in multiple applications.
That’s why it’s controversial that someone with very little #professionalcoaching skills and #agile knowledge would present themselves to organizations as an #agilecoach. Good? Bad? Or just plain ugly? Find out in this month’s Agile Actually Podcast.
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Our Trainers
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Simon BourkProfessional Scrum Trainer, Master Integral Coach |
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Russell MillerCustomer-Centric Leader | Product Owner / Product Manager | Agile Organization Coach | Analyst | Engineer | Scrum.org Trainer |
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Martin HinshelwoodProfessional Scrum Trainer, Lean-Agile & DevOps Consultant with 20+ years experience, Professional Kanban Trainer, Microsoft MVP: GitHub & Azure DevOps, Neuro-divergent & Dyslexic |
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Joanna Płaskonka, Ph.D.Agile Coach, Consultant and Professional Scrum Trainer |
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Jim SammonsProfessional Scrum Trainer - Problem Solver - Pot Stirrer |
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Dan Brown (KanbanDan)Evolving organisations and improving working lives |
What have we been up to?
A short list of out blogs, videos, and webcasts!
Recent Blog Posts
- You can’t stop the signal! But you can ignore it!
- Pragmatism crushes Dogma in the wild
- Blocked Columns on Kanban Boards Obfuscate Workflow and Undermine Effectiveness
- The Evolution of Agile Learning: Insights from Scrum.org’s Webinar
- The 7 Deadly Sins of Agile: A Grecian Odyssey through Modern Software Development
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Recent Videos
The Future of Work In Scotland Webcasts
Agile Actually Podcast
What Classes are Right for you
All of our classes are listed on our site, but here is a list of classes based on who you are, or would like to be!
Everyone – Working in an evolving company
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Applying Professional Scrum (APS) Course with CertificationEnables all members of the Scrum Team to learn Scrum while doing it, experiencing what it is like to deliver products using the Scrum framework |
Scrum Masters
Courses to help Scrum Masters and Delivery Managers improve their skills
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Professional Scrum Master (PSM)An interactive activity-based course where students gain a strong understanding of Professional Scrum and the role of the Scrum Master. |
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Professional Agile Leadership with Evidence-Based Management (PAL-EBM)𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗣𝗔𝗟-𝗘𝗕𝗠) is delivered over two half or one full day(s) and includes the industry recognised 𝗣𝗔𝗟-𝗘𝗕𝗠 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. It shows how leaders can guide their teams toward continuously improving customer outcomes, organizational capabilities, and business results. EBM focuses on customer value and intentional experimentation to systematically improve an organization’s performance and achieve its strategic goals. |
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Professional Scrum Master Advanced (PSM-A)An advanced class to help experienced Scrum Masters learn how to overcome the challenges they face through immersive facilitated excersises. |
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Professional Agile Leadership Essentials (PAL-e)Professional Agile Leadership (PAL) Essentials is a 14h workshop, delivered over four half-days that provides a foundation of the role that leaders play in creating the conditions for a successful agile transformation. |
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Professional Scrum with User Experience (PSU)Professional Scrum with User Experience (PSU) is a hands-on, activity-based course where students experience how Scrum and User Experience (UX) align and integrate to create cross-functional teams that connect more closely with end-users and customers, ultimately delivering more value and improving outcomes. |
Developers / Scrum Teams
Courses to help all members of the Scrum Team improve their skills
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Applying Professional Scrum (APS) Course with CertificationEnables all members of the Scrum Team to learn Scrum while doing it, experiencing what it is like to deliver products using the Scrum framework |
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Professional Scrum with User Experience (PSU)Professional Scrum with User Experience (PSU) is a hands-on, activity-based course where students experience how Scrum and User Experience (UX) align and integrate to create cross-functional teams that connect more closely with end-users and customers, ultimately delivering more value and improving outcomes. |
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Professional Scrum with Kanban (PSK) Training Experience with CertificationTeaches Scrum practitioners how to apply Kanban practices to their work without changing Scrum, bringing greater transparency and flow. |
Product Owners / Product Managers
training to help Product Managers improve their abilities.
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Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) Course with CertificationBeing a professional Product Owner encompasses more than writing requirements or managing a Product Backlog. Product Owners need to have a concrete understanding of all product management aspects, including but not limited to product ownership, that drives value from their products. |
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Advanced Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO-A) Course with CertificationProduct Management is a key position that sets the tone for product leadership and the definition of success in the organization. They should enable modern product management practices and mindset to be put into practice daily. |
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Professional Scrum with User Experience (PSU)Professional Scrum with User Experience (PSU) is a hands-on, activity-based course where students experience how Scrum and User Experience (UX) align and integrate to create cross-functional teams that connect more closely with end-users and customers, ultimately delivering more value and improving outcomes. |
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Professional Scrum Product Backlog Management SkillsStep into the dynamic world of Scrum with our 'Professional Scrum Product Backlog Mastery' course. Unlock the secrets of effective backlog management, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making. Whether you're a seasoned Scrum Master or an aspiring Product Owner, this course promises to elevate your skills, offering a blend of theory and real-world application. Dive in, and let's turn your Scrum visions into actionable strategies. |
Managers
Manage Scrum Teams indirectly.
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Professional Agile Leadership with Evidence-Based Management (PAL-EBM)𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗣𝗔𝗟-𝗘𝗕𝗠) is delivered over two half or one full day(s) and includes the industry recognised 𝗣𝗔𝗟-𝗘𝗕𝗠 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. It shows how leaders can guide their teams toward continuously improving customer outcomes, organizational capabilities, and business results. EBM focuses on customer value and intentional experimentation to systematically improve an organization’s performance and achieve its strategic goals. |
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Professional Agile Leadership Essentials (PAL-e)Professional Agile Leadership (PAL) Essentials is a 14h workshop, delivered over four half-days that provides a foundation of the role that leaders play in creating the conditions for a successful agile transformation. |
Reach out to me directly if you would like to schedule a private course at your organization.