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by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/MCdI76dGVMM Navigating the Journey to Professionalism in the Agile World If I were to pinpoint the toughest segment in the journey of evolving into a top-notch Scrum Master, it would unequivocally be the lack of peers embracing the ‘professional’ aspect …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/7R9_bYOswhk Ascending the Leadership Ladder A recurring question I’ve been getting, which is both pertinent and insightful in the Agile world, is: “Why is the Professional Agile Leadership Essentials class viewed as the core evolution for a seasoned Scrum Master?” …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/EOs5kZv_7tg A Tale of Expertise and Authenticity Today, I want to highlight a remarkable individual who is integral to the NKD Agility training team: Joanna. 🌟 Why do I trust her to deliver Scrum.Org classes for us? Well, let me …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/TcnVsQbE8xc 🕒 Think a Minute Isn’t Much? It’s enough to learn why the PSM II (Professional Scrum Master II) course can significantly boost your Scrum Master skills and career. 🚀 Unlocking Advanced Scrum Mastery 🗝️ Advance your Scrum journey with …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/faoWuCkKC0U Step Up Your Game with the PSPO-A Course Today, I am here to share some good ‘reasons’ and golden insights into why enrolling in a PSPO-A course could be a game-changer for you, especially if you find yourself in …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/Ce5pFwG5IAY Scrum Masters: Unlocking the Power of Liberating Structures 🚀 In the dynamic world of Agile and Scrum, Scrum Masters are continuously seeking innovative ways to enhance collaboration and effectiveness within their teams. Introduction: Embracing Liberating Structures in Scrum One …
by Martin Hinshelwood
Unveiling the Untold Depths of DevOps Today, I want to address a common misconception in our industry – “What do people know about DevOps but really don’t?” Drawing from my extensive experience of being a Microsoft MVP in Azure DevOps …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/YUlpnyN2IeI The Golden Nugget of Scrum Advice I’ve Ever Received Today, I am bringing to the table a reflective question that hovers persistently in the Scrum sphere, which is, “What’s the best Scrum advice you’ve ever received?” ✨ It’s a …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zegnsk2Nl0Y #shorts #shortsvideo #shortvideo 5 tools that a #scrummaster loves. #scrum tool 5 About NKD Agility Naked Agility is an #agile consultancy that specializes in #scrumtraining, #agilecoaching and #agileconsulting to help teams evolve, integrate, and continuously improve. We recognize the …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ys0dWfKVSeA We tend to think that tools do the job for us, we simply need to select the correct tool or framework and 90% of the job is done. It doesn’t work that way though, people solve problems, not tools, …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79M9edUp_5c #shorts #shortsvideo #shortvideo 5 tools that a #scrummaster loves. #scrum tool 4 About NKD Agility Naked Agility is an #agile consultancy that specializes in #scrumtraining, #agilecoaching and #agileconsulting to help teams evolve, integrate, and continuously improve. We recognize the …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Na9jm-enlD0 It’s often said that committees are places where great ideas go to die. That said, in the West, we value democracy and input a great deal. So, where is consensus valuable and where does it lead to mediocrity? In …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvU_ATou6QY There’s a lot of power and authority associated with the #productowner in #scrum, but there’s also a great deal of responsibility and accountability. When things go well, it’s a team success but when things go wrong, it falls squarely …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWTCvlUzSZo #shorts #shortsvideo #shortvideo 5 tools that a #scrummaster loves. #scrum tool 3 About NKD Agility Naked Agility is an #agile consultancy that specializes in #scrumtraining, #agilecoaching and #agileconsulting to help teams evolve, integrate, and continuously improve. We recognize the …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6aw7xmS2oc A #productowner plays multiple roles, from decision-maker to influencer, to help the team achieve the most valuable outcomes. One of the stances they must adopt is the entrepreneur. In this short video, Martin Hinshelwood explains what the #entrepreneur stance …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbFTob3DdjE #shorts #shortsvideo #shortvideo 5 tools that a #scrummaster loves. #scrum tool 2 About NKD Agility Naked Agility is an #agile consultancy that specializes in #scrumtraining, #agilecoaching and #agileconsulting to help teams evolve, integrate, and continuously improve. We recognize the …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1sMbKpQndU A #scrummaster doesn’t have the authority to tell people what to do, nor do they have the power to hire and fire at will. Instead, they need to build trust, collaborate, and coach to achieve valuable outcomes. When it …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6L2r8YrehWc In a traditional #projectmanagement environment, the #projectmanager carries a lot of authority and has the power to hire, fire, and pivot as they deem fit. A #scrummaster, by contrast, has no authority of power given to them, they need …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B12n_52H48U There’s heaps of value in persistence and grit. There’s also an equal amount of value in knowing when you’re flogging a dead horse and a pivot may be a better investment of your time, effort, and money. In this …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFjoIf3KPeI In a traditional #projectmanagement environment, the #projectmanager actively drives the team to ensure that the #project is delivered on time and within budget. #agile focuses a great deal more on inspiration and capability development to ensure that the #agileteam …