by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/UeGdC6GRyq4 It’s Your Time to Shine: Pay 30% Up Front, Balance When You Land the Job Have you ever felt like a race car stuck in traffic? 🏎️ You’ve got the horsepower – the skills, the degree, maybe even the …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/2IuL2Qvvbfk When discussing the impactful role of Product Owners in Agile development, we often cite examples of those who’ve significantly turned the tide in their organisations. I’m talking about not just fulfilling roles but altering the very fabric of product …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/Srwxg7Etnr0 Deciphering the Sprint Goal Enigma 🎯 The Sprint goal is the North Star for any Scrum team – a beacon that guides the team’s efforts throughout the Sprint. But the million-dollar question remains: How does one conjure this all-important …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/kEywzkMhWl0 The Art of Teaching in Agile 🎓 The world of Scrum is dynamic and ever-evolving, with success hinging on various skills and attributes. However, if we distil the essence of an effective Scrum Master down to a single critical …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/USrwyGHG_tc Introduction: Facilitating, Not Dictating 🕵️♂️ Picture this: a Scrum Master hovering over the development team, controlling each move they make, dictating every line of code. It sounds like a classic case of micromanagement, doesn’t it? However, in the realm …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/VjPslpF3fTc Elevating Experienced Agile Practitioners with Immersive Learning In Agile methodologies’ fast-evolving realm, immersive learning’s value is increasingly evident. For those who’ve trod the Agile path for some time, the landscape of professional growth is brimming with potential. This article …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/IcmNR–u-kg Unlocking Entry-Level Mastery with Immersive Learning In the evolving professional development landscape, immersive learning emerges as a beacon, promising unparalleled depth and real-world application. It bridges the chasm between traditional theoretical knowledge and actionable insights, redefining the path for …
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 Power of Passion One of the things that immediately stands out about Johanna’s approach to the Professional Agile Leadership class is her unbridled passion. I’ve heard her say, more than once, that this is her favourite class to teach. …
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/yKSkRhv_2Bs Unlock the Full Potential of Scrum with APS Courses I’m thrilled to bring your attention to the pivotal role an APS (Agile Professional Scrum) course can play in steering your team towards mastering Scrum practices. 🌟 In fact, the …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/WTd-8mOlFfQ Escaping the Administrative Vortex: Insights for Scrum Masters – Part 2 So I’m back to shed light on another prevalent issue in the world of Scrum Masters, and it’s a rather eye-opening issue, which is inadvertently morphing into the …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/pazZ3mW5VHM Spotlight on Agile Influencers: The Simon Randell Effect Diving into Part 2 of our series on the most influential figures in Agile, I’m eager to delve deeper into our ongoing exploration of the stalwarts in the Agile world, and …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/CdYwLGrArZU Common Comments from the PSPO Course Over the years teaching the PSPO course, I’ve heard one recurring sentiment from many Product Owners that goes something like this: “We don’t have that kind of control.” I hear this a lot …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/h5TG3MbP0QY “But in the Real World…” I’ve been guiding numerous students through the nuances of PSM 1, and there’s a recurring phrase I often hear, which is, “But in the real world…” 🌍 This has become an echo of the …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/54-Zw2A7zEM Scrum Master vs. Seasoned Agile Coach: What Sets Them Apart? The Scrum Master and the Agile Coach are two roles integral to the Agile universe. But what distinguishes one from the other? 🤔 While both roles have inherent value, …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/GS2If-vQ9ng Why Both Are Hard-Hitting but in Different Ways Have you ever thought about how Agile Training and Agile Consulting each deliver impactful results but target distinct aspects of organisational improvement? 🤔 Agile Training: Hard-Hitting Knowledge Dissemination Agile training plays …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtube.com/shorts/I5YoOAai-m4 Agile Coach vs. Professional Coach Have you ever wondered what sets an Agile Coach apart from a Professional Coach and what the crucial difference is? Today, I’m sharing some insights about a question I often get: Agile coach or …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/xJsuDbsFzlw Depth and Breadth of Sprint Planning What does the Sprint Planning Workshop entail? If you’re imagining a one-off gathering, think again! Our approach is designed to be comprehensive and impactful. 🚀 It’s delivered over multiple sessions and not just …
by Martin Hinshelwood
https://youtu.be/4kqM1U7y1ZM The Significance of the First 90 Days What would I aim to accomplish with a new Scrum team in the first 90 days? 90 days should be enough for everything, is my straightforward answer. 🎯 The time frame is …