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by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/zs0q_zz8-JY Myth-Busting the Scrum Master RoleLet’s set the Scrum Master record straight. 🚫One of the most common myths I’ve encountered?Well, it’s got to be that a Scrum Master is some kind of omnipotent ‘order giver’. 📢No Control Tower Here!The misconception …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/KjSRjkK6OL0 Spotting an Ineffective Scrum Master’s DayHave you ever stopped to ponder over the happenings in an ineffective Scrum Master’s daily routine?Let me share some insights and observations from the world of Agile.Lost in ProjectsAn ineffective Scrum Master’s Day is …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/JqVrh-g-0f8 The Order of Product BacklogsIn the world of Agile and Scrum, a question I often encounter is, “What does a poor product backlog look like?”Identifying a Poor Product BacklogSpotting a poor product backlog, in my experience, is just imagining …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/ItnQxg3Q4Fc Why Senior Leadership is Non-Negotiable in an Agile Consulting JourneyUnlocking the full potential of Agile transformation hinges on one critical factor: the active engagement of senior leadership. In this article, let’s discuss why their role is important and non-negotiable …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/MutnPwNzyXM Don’t Get Tied Down by the Statement of WorkHave you ever wondered what the most valuable lesson in Agile consulting is?Well, the answer is universal, transcending just Agile and striking at the core of consulting itself.The lesson?Quite often, the …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/AwkxZ9RS_0g Synergy Between Consulting and TrainingToday’s topic question is my personal favourite: “How does my consulting experience manifest in the training environment?”For me, this is a subject that unearths the core of what effective training should be, and I’m excited …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/RLxGdd7nEZE Exploring the Apex of Consulting Engagements: Unlocking Systemic ChangeIn my recent ponderings, I found myself entrenched in an intricate query. At first glance, this question seems almost elusive: “What is the single most valuable outcome that a consulting engagement …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/GmLW6wNcI6k The Reality of the Assessment Phase in a Consulting EngagementSo, as a Scrum Master, I often find myself grappling with an intriguing question – what does the assessment phase of a consulting engagement look like?”Come along with me as …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/c6R8wo04LK4 Debunking the “Magic” MythA question that often pops up in my discussions is, “What is the hardest part of adopting Scrum?It’s a valid inquiry; I believe many of you have pondered it too.I believe this is a question that …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/Fg90Nit7Q9Q Bridging DevOps & Software Engineering Through Scrum! 🔥Hello Agile enthusiasts! 🌟Many of you have been posing a thought-provoking question to me lately, and it’s a question that often arises in Agile: “Can DevOps and Software Engineering teams truly align …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/LiKE3zHuOuY Scrum in a DevOps World: A Game Changer!Ever wondered about the impact of Scrum in a DevOps environment? 🎯I have because the digital landscape is constantly evolving, and as professionals, we’re always seeking ways to improve processes and maximise …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/2AJ2JHdMRCc Game-Changer in Software Engineering!In the ever-evolving world of software engineering, there’s one term that has taken the spotlight, yes, you guessed it – DevOps.But why?More Than a BuzzwordWe’ve all seen many of them around – buzzwords, but DevOps isn’t …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/Gtp9wjkPFPA DevOps & Agile: Two Sides of the Same Coin 🪙Have you ever been curious about how DevOps and Agile integrate and truly mesh?”I see them as intertwined – two sides of the same illustrious coin. 🔄 On one hand, …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/ypVIcgSEvMc The DevOps Evolution: More Than a Simple ShiftThe path from a DevOps practitioner to a DevOps consultant is one wrapped in curiosity and complexity. It’s a testament to growth, an emblem of one’s desire to know more and do …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/8F3SK4sPj3M Stepping Up Your Game as a Product OwnerThe Agile landscape is a vast expanse of roles, responsibilities, and possibilities and the realm of product ownership in Agile is ever-evolving.For a Product Owner, there are facets of this dynamic role, …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/N3LSpL-N3kY The Product Owner JourneyJourneying through Product Owner training and navigating the vast landscape of Product Owner courses can be daunting.So, is it better to sprint through 2 intense days of learning or take a more gradual 8-week marathon approach? …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/ekUL1oIMeAc Product Owner’s MisstepThere’s never a good time for a Scrum Team to be slanted, unsupported or left feeling surprised. A Scrum Team is all about transparency, dependability and teamwork throughout good and bad situations.Setting the Stage at the Sprint …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/o9Qc_NLmtok Immersive Learning: 8 Weeks of Deep EngagementHey, Agile enthusiasts! 🚀Let’s go from surface skimming of immersive learning and delve into the magic behind the immersive learning approach of Scrum.org, all in a condensed narrative.Buckle up!Let’s go!The Magic of Immersive …
by Martin Hinshelwood
Taking Your Skills to the Next Level with the PSPO Immersive Learning ExperienceThe PSPO: Your Gateway to an Immersive 8-Week Learning ExperienceHave you ever pondered, “Why is the PSPO (Professional Scrum Product Owner) a terrific match for an 8-week immersive …
by Martin Hinshelwood
Unveiling the Untold Depths of DevOpsToday, 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 for 14 …