Agile Product Management

Optimise product outcomes by aligning strategy with user needs and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and delivery.

Maximise product value by integrating user insights with strategic objectives, fostering a culture of iterative improvement and responsiveness. Posts should explore practices for prioritising features, enhancing team collaboration, and utilising metrics to inform decision-making, while addressing complexity and uncertainty in product development.

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Product Ownership vs. Product Management: Busting the Myth That They're Separate Roles

Unlock the secrets of the Product Owner’s role in Scrum! Discover how they maximise value and drive Agile success. Watch now for key insights! 🚀
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Free Workshop 04: Introduction to Sprint Reviews [Review & Retrospective]

Join Martin Hinshelwood for a free 90-minute workshop on running effective Sprint Reviews. Learn to gather feedback and plan your next steps!
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Who Should Lead the Sprint Review? Unpacking the Role of the Product Owner in Agile Success

Discover who should lead the Sprint Review and why it’s crucial for Agile success. Maximise value and enhance your product backlog with expert insights!
Guides

The Scrum Guide

Discover more about The Scrum Guide and how it can help you in your Agile journey!
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Release planning and predictable delivery

Master release planning and achieve predictable delivery in agile environments. Discover strategies to enhance quality and streamline your software development process.
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Mastering Evidence-Based Management for Agile Success

Unlock the power of Evidence-Based Management! Learn to gather and analyse data for better product decisions and boost customer satisfaction.
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Evidence-based Management: Gathering the metrics

Discover how to effectively gather metrics for Evidence-based Management in software organizations to enhance value delivery and drive agile success.
Guides

The Evidence-Based Management Guide Improving Value Delivery under Conditions of Uncertainty

Discover more about The Evidence-Based Management Guide
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Professional Scrum is for everyone in your organisation

Discover how Professional Scrum can empower everyone in your organization to enhance collaboration, drive value, and embrace agile transformation.
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How Do You Know How Long It Takes to Deliver Value?

Unlock the power of Evidence-Based Management! Discover 5 reasons why EBM is essential for enhancing your Time to Market and driving business success. #EBM #Shorts
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My first Scrum team in the wild

Discover insights from my first Scrum team experience, highlighting key practices and lessons learned to enhance your agile journey. Join the conversation!
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Maximise Your Scrum Process: Leveraging Azure DevOps for Agile Success

Unlock the potential of Azure DevOps to supercharge your Scrum process! Discover custom setups, backlog management, and agile practices for success.
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Rethinking Backlog Management: Why a Flat Structure Boosts Agility and Value Delivery

Rethink your backlog management! Discover why a flat structure boosts agility and value delivery in your Scrum and Kanban practices.
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Hiring a Professional Product Owner

Discover the essential qualities of a Professional Product Owner. Learn how to maximize product value and enhance team collaboration for success.
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Rethinking Product Backlog: Navigating Through the Weeds of Complexity

Explore innovative strategies for managing your Product Backlog in complex environments. Discover how to enhance agility and foster team autonomy today!
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The Evolution of Product Management in the Agile Era

Explore the key differences between Agile and traditional product management. Learn how Agile’s faster cycles and feedback loops enhance value delivery!
Newsletters

Unlock the Power of Effective Backlog Management with our new course from Scrum.org

Master Scrum’s Product Backlog Management with our expert-led course. Enhance stakeholder engagement and data-driven decision-making for project success! 🚀
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Unlocking Success: How the Professional Scrum Product Owner Course Transforms Your Agile Journey

Unlock your potential as a Professional Scrum Product Owner! Join our immersive course to master agile practices, enhance team dynamics, and drive product success.
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Mastering Product Backlog Management: Essential Skills for Product Owners

Master product backlog management with our expert guide! Learn essential strategies for new product owners to deliver maximum value. Subscribe for insights!
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Mastering Product Ownership: Unlocking the Secrets to Effective Product Management in Agile Teams

Unlock the secrets of effective product management! Discover how a strong product owner can transform your team’s success and drive exceptional results.
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Why Most Scrum Masters Are Failing and What They Should Know

Discover why many Scrum Masters fail and learn essential skills for success. Elevate your Agile practices and ensure your team’s effectiveness today!
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Evidence-Based Management: The Four Key Value Areas in Scrum

Discover the four key value areas of Evidence-Based Management to optimise your organisation’s success and drive innovation. Unlock your potential today!
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Storms of Neglect The Perils of Not Delivering Usable Products in Agile Iterations

Explore the critical consequences of neglecting usable products in Agile iterations. Learn how to maintain trust, adaptability, and team morale for success.
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How Usable Working Products Are Your Ultimate Weapon Against Risks

Discover how delivering usable working products can mitigate risks in Agile practices. Embrace feedback loops and automation for true agility!
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Unlocking Success in Agile: Why Your Definition of Done is Essential for Quality Delivery

Unlock the power of the Definition of Done in Agile! Discover how this key concept enhances quality, transparency, and team effectiveness.
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Avoiding the Seven Deadly Sins of Agile: Transform Your Organisation for True Agility

Uncover the “Seven Deadly Sins of Agile” that hinder transformation. Learn how to foster true agility and drive meaningful change in your organisation.
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How to Set and Achieve Effective Sprint Goals

Unlock the power of effective Sprint Goals in Scrum! Learn to craft clear, actionable objectives that drive team success and stakeholder trust. Start now!
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Debunking the Top 5 Myths About Scrum: Unlocking Agile Success in Your Organisation

Debunk common Scrum myths that hinder Agile success! Discover the truth behind meetings, story points, planning, and governance in this insightful guide.
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Combatting Famine in Agile: How to Foster Stakeholder Engagement and Boost Team Morale

Combat Agile famine by boosting stakeholder engagement! Discover strategies to enhance feedback and align your team with business goals for better outcomes.
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Mastering Sprint Planning: Key Principles for Agile Success

Master Sprint planning with top tips on understanding your product backlog and establishing clear goals. Boost team collaboration and achieve success!
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Mastering Scrum: Effective Planning and Prioritisation for Agile Success

Master Scrum planning with insights on aligning goals, assessing value, and maintaining a lean backlog. Discover strategies for effective prioritisation today!
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The Importance of Evidence-Based Management in Agile Environments

Discover 5 compelling reasons to adopt Evidence-Based Management in your Agile environment. Transform your approach and drive measurable success! #EBM #Agile #Shorts
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Decoding Scrum Team Work: Balancing Sprint and Refinement Work

Master the balance between Sprint and Refinement work in Scrum. Discover strategies to enhance team efficiency and achieve your product goals effectively.
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Navigating the Future with a Fine-Tuned Product Backlog

Discover how a well-ordered Product Backlog can guide your Agile projects to success. Learn essential strategies for effective backlog management today!
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Product Owners are not a myth

Discover the vital role of Product Owners in Scrum. Learn how they maximize value and manage backlogs effectively for successful agile development.
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Transforming Scope Creep into Success: Embrace Agility and Deliver Value in a Changing Market

Struggling with scope creep? Discover how embracing Agile principles can help you adapt to change, prioritise value, and enhance your product delivery.
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Empowering Agile Teams: The Critical Role of User Feedback in Requirement Changes

Unlock your team’s potential! Discover how to empower agile responses to user feedback and enhance your organisation’s adaptability in this insightful video.
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Sprint Goal is an Immediate Tactical Goal

Discover how to define effective Sprint Goals as tactical steps towards your Product Goal, enhancing value delivery and user engagement in Agile projects.
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Unlocking the Product Owner Potential: Bridging Theory and Practice in Agile Leadership

Unlock the potential of the Product Owner role! Discover how immersive learning bridges theory and practice, empowering you to drive real change in your organisation.
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Mastering Evidence-Based Management (EBM) for Product Owners: Maximizing Value Delivery

Unlock product success with the PAL EBM course! Discover how evidence-based management empowers product owners to make informed decisions and maximise value.
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Vision, Value, and Validation: The Keys to Successful Product Management

Unlock the secrets of successful product ownership! Discover Vision, Value, and Validation in our essential guide for aspiring product owners. 🚀✨
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The Real Scope of a Product Owner: Beyond the Backlog

Discover why training is vital for product owners in Scrum. Martin Hinshelwood highlights the skills needed to excel and gain a competitive edge.
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Combatting the Agile Apocalypse: How to Overcome the Famine of Feedback and Engagement

Combat the “famine” in Agile with essential feedback strategies! Discover how engagement boosts team morale and product success in this insightful guide.
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Quotes: Less is More. True or False?

Explore the truth behind “Less is More” with Martin Hinshelwood’s insights on #agile. Discover how simplicity can drive team success! #shorts #scrum
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Pragmatism crushes Dogma in the wild

Discover how pragmatism triumphs over dogma in Scrum through real-world challenges in Minecraft, fostering adaptability and resilience in product development.
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If your backlog is not refined then you are doing it wrong

Ensure your Scrum team’s success by refining your Product Backlog. Discover effective strategies to enhance clarity and quality in Sprint Planning.
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Balance of Leadership and Control in Scrum

Explore the balance of authority and accountability in Scrum. Discover how Scrum Masters and Product Owners can empower teams while driving effective outcomes.
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Unlocking the Power of Sprint Planning: Transform Your Agile Approach for Success

Unlock the true potential of Sprint planning! Discover how structured workshops can transform your Agile approach and empower your team for success.
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In Nexus with 5 Scrum teams, how can the Product Owner attend all Sprint Planning events?

Discover how a Product Owner can effectively manage Sprint Planning across multiple Scrum teams in a Nexus. Enhance your Agile practices today!
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Sprint Review #1

Discover more about “Sprint Review
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Beyond the Rituals: Embracing the Core Principles of Scrum for True Agile Success

Discover the true essence of Scrum by focusing on its core principles—empiricism, transparency, and value delivery. Transform your agile practices today!
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What should be top of mind when a Scrum team prepare for a Sprint review?

Unlock effective stakeholder engagement in Scrum Sprint reviews! Discover strategies to align your team’s efforts for better project outcomes. 📈🤝
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Unlocking Scrum Success: A Comprehensive Guide to Values, Roles, Artifacts, and Events

Unlock the power of Scrum! Discover its core values, roles, and events to enhance team collaboration and drive project success. Dive in now!
Recipes

Sprint Review Recipe

Discover more about Sprint Review Recipe and how it can help you in your Agile journey!
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How critical is a Product Owner in developing a great Product Backlog?

Unlock the secrets of a successful product backlog! Join Martin as he highlights the crucial role of the Product Owner in Scrum. 🚀🎯
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Unlocking Effective Product Development: How a Hypothesis-Driven Approach Transforms User Experience

Unlock the secrets of effective product development! Discover how a hypothesis-driven approach and collaboration can transform your user experience.
Recipes

Sprint Planning Recipe

Discover more about Sprint Planning Recipe and how it can help you in your Agile journey!
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What is a product owner?    Why are they essential?

Discover the vital role of a Product Owner in Agile and Scrum, from strategic leadership to market insights. Elevate your understanding today!
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What is a sprint goal?

Unlock the secrets of sprint planning! Discover common pitfalls in agility and learn to empower your team for swift market responses. 🚀📈
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Mastering Prioritisation: How Product Owners Can Drive Value and Accountability

Master the art of prioritisation as a Product Owner! Discover how strategic decisions can maximise value, control budgets, and engage stakeholders effectively.
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Unlocking Success: The Essential Role of Product Ownership in Lean Product Delivery

Discover the evolving role of product ownership in lean delivery. Learn how to align goals, enhance collaboration, and adapt to change for success!
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Sculpting the Product Backlog: A Delicate Balance Between Lean Inventory and Future Readiness

Master the art of crafting a lean Product Backlog that balances current needs and future readiness, ensuring clarity and value for your team and stakeholders.
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Mastering the Art of Product Ownership: Balancing Innovation, Customer Needs, and Team Dynamics

Unlock the secrets of effective product ownership! Discover how balance, customer focus, and collaboration can elevate your entrepreneurial journey.
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The Product Goal is a commitment for the Product Backlog

Discover the importance of the Product Goal in Scrum. Learn how it drives focus and transparency for your team’s success. Is your Product Goal defined?
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A better way than staggered iterations for delivery

Discover a superior approach to delivery that enhances agility and reduces technical debt. Learn how to implement effective cross-functional teams today!
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Bridging the Gap: How to Align Your Organisation for Successful Agile Product Management

Transform your product management approach! Discover how to align teams, embrace agile, and maximise value delivery in software development.
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From Product Owner to Systemic Leader: Embracing the Evolution in Agile Leadership

Discover how Product Owners evolve into influential leaders, fostering innovation and accountability in Agile environments. Embrace your journey today!
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The Synergy Between Product Management and Product Development in Agile Environments

Explore the vital partnership between Agile Product Management and Product Development. Learn how their collaboration drives innovation and market success!
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Unmasking Agile: How to Spot Genuine Practices Amidst the Myths

Discover the truth behind agile practices! Uncover why most teams struggle with genuine agility and learn how to foster a culture of innovation and responsiveness.
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Mastering Agile: 3 Essential Strategies to Boost Your Team's Sprint Success

Unlock your team’s potential with three essential Agile strategies: define “done,” avoid overcommitting, and prioritise refinement for smoother Sprints!
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Agile is Not New: A Journey Back to the Basics

Explore Agile’s rich history and its evolution in this insightful video by Martin Hinshelwood, revealing how to reclaim its true value in modern business. 🌍💡
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Conquering Sloth in Agile: 6 Signs Your Team Might Be Stalling

Uncover the hidden signs of sloth in Agile practices. Learn how to empower your team, deliver value, and embrace true agility in your projects!
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There is no place like production

Discover why real user feedback in production is essential for delivering value. Learn to validate assumptions and enhance product success effectively.
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7 deadly sins of Agile: Gluttony

Discover the pitfalls of gluttony in Agile! 🍔 Learn how bloated backlogs and overloaded sprints waste effort and hinder success. Watch now! 📊✨
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Can organisations run an Applying Professional Scrum workshop? How would that help them?

Discover how an Applying Professional Scrum workshop can enhance your team’s effectiveness and align with agile values for better outcomes.
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What is empiricism and why is it so critical to great Agile?

Unlock lean-agile secrets with Martin! Enhance value delivery and team dynamics in fast-paced projects. Dive in for expert insights! 🚀 #Agile #Scrum
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7 Harbingers of the Agile apocalypse - Silence

Uncover the silence in agile teams! Join Martin as he explores stakeholder engagement and communication strategies for effective Sprint reviews. 🗣️🤝
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What's the best way to work around multiple PO?

Discover effective strategies for managing multiple Product Owners and enhancing backlog ownership to drive value delivery in your Scrum team.
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Redefining Agile’s Core: Beyond Rituals and Procedures

Discover the true essence of Agile with Ken Schwaber! Learn how to innovate software development beyond rituals for better results. 🌟
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Why Agile Success Relies on Effective Planning: Debunking the Myths of Scrum

Discover why planning is essential in Scrum! Uncover the truth behind Agile myths and learn how effective planning drives team success.
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If you could teach just one thing about Scrum, what would it be?

Unlock Scrum’s true potential! Discover how empiricism and complexity empower teams and drive success in this insightful video. #Scrum #Agile
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The Power of Humility in Agile: A Core Virtue for Success

Discover how humility drives success in Agile! Uncover its role in collaboration, trust, and decision-making. Watch now for transformative insights! 🌟
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How does a Scrum team create a sprint goal?

Discover how scrum teams create impactful sprint goals to enhance collaboration and deliver value in this insightful short video with Martin Hinshelwood!
Newsletters

Introducing the Professional Product Validation and Discovery Workshop from Scrum.org

Join our Professional Product Validation and Discovery Workshop to master customer-centric development and validate your product ideas with expert guidance!
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What is a sprint goal?

Discover the essence of a product goal! Join Martin Hinshelwood as he explains its importance in aligning team efforts with customer value. #Agile #Scrum
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How to Overcome Agile Banditry: A Product Owner’s Journey

Discover how to avoid rigid product ownership in Agile! Join Martin as he shares insights on fostering team engagement and achieving true Agile success. 🚀
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Mastering Product Backlog Management: Insights from the New Scrum.org Course

Discover Scrum.org’s new Product Backlog Management course with Martin Hinshelwood and learn to master backlog refinement for effective product goals!
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Worst Contribution from a Product Owner that You Know Of

Discover the worst product owner performance ever witnessed! Join Martin Hinshelwood as he shares valuable lessons from poor practices. #agile #scrum #shorts
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What is a sprint goal?

Discover the importance of a sprint goal in Scrum! Join Martin Hinshelwood as he shares tips on crafting effective goals for your team. #Agile #Scrum #Shorts
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The Problem with Incompetent Scrum Masters: Why Lack of Skills in Team Context Results in Poor ROI

Discover the true ROI of hiring skilled Scrum Masters and learn how their competence impacts team performance, innovation, and value delivery.
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Maximising Product Value: The Power of Hypothesis-Driven Engineering

Transform your product investment strategy with hypothesis-driven engineering. Learn to maximise value, minimise waste, and adapt swiftly to customer needs.
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How much of an impact can a strong, skilled product owner have?

Discover the vital role of a skilled product owner in driving team success and customer value, as Martin Hinshelwood shares insights on agile collaboration.
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Is a Scrum Master an Agile micromanager?

Join Martin Hinshelwood in this #shorts video as he tackles the question: Is a Scrum Master an Agile micromanager? Discover insights in just 60 seconds!
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Transforming Scrum Training: How Real-World Insights Empower Agile Teams at Great Calm

Transform your team’s understanding of Scrum with insights from expert Martin Hinshelwood. Discover how effective training fosters agility and collaboration!
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How do you select the most valuable items for the sprint backlog?

Master the art of selecting valuable Sprint backlog items in Scrum! Join Martin as he uncovers strategic insights for effective Agile planning. 🎨📈
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The Pitfalls of Routine Agile Questions: Avoiding the Ghosts of Agile Past

Explore the balance between pragmatism and dogmatism in Agile. Discover real stories that highlight the importance of flexibility for effective team management!
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What is Sprint Planning?

Discover the essentials of sprint planning in Scrum! Join Martin Hinshelwood as he explains its importance and effective strategies for your team.
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Adventures in Scrum: Lesson 1 – The failed Sprint

Explore the challenges of Scrum in ‘Adventures in Scrum: Lesson 1’. Learn from a failed Sprint and discover key insights for effective team collaboration.
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What should you do if your Sprint Review delivers harsh, scathing feedback?

Master Sprint reviews with confidence! Learn to turn harsh feedback into actionable insights and align with stakeholders for product success. 🚀
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What is the one thing a PSPO course forces you to focus on?

Discover the key focus of the PSPO course and how it empowers product owners to drive value and customer satisfaction in Scrum environments.
Practices

Sprint Planning Event

Discover more about Sprint Planning Event and how it can help you in your Agile journey!
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The Sprint Goal is a commitment for the Sprint Backlog

Discover the importance of the Sprint Goal in Scrum. Learn how it fosters team focus and transparency, driving valuable outcomes in your projects.
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Understanding Product Discovery: Why It Matters More Than Ever

Discover the vital role of product discovery in shaping successful products. Learn how it differs from traditional development and drives innovation!
Practices

Definition of Ready (DoR)

Discover more about Definition of Ready (DoR) and how it can help you in your Agile journey!
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Transforming Sprint Reviews: How to Engage Stakeholders and Secure Meaningful Feedback

Transform your Sprint reviews from ghost towns to vibrant discussions! Discover strategies to engage stakeholders and secure valuable feedback effectively.
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Signs You're Failing as a Product Owner: How to Take Control and Deliver Real Value

Discover the key signs of a failing product owner and learn how to take ownership for delivering real value. Are you truly owning your product?
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Harnessing Your Entrepreneurial Spirit: Key Strategies for Product Owners to Drive Team Success

Unlock your potential as a product owner! Discover how to connect your team to value and make evidence-based decisions for product success.
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How do you know if you've got a great Sprint Goal?

Discover how to craft a valuable sprint goal in Scrum! Join Martin Hinshelwood for insights that align teams with strategic objectives. #Agile #Scrum #Shorts
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Debunking the Scrum Myth: Why "Twice the Work in Half the Time" is a Misleading Promise

Uncover the truth behind Scrum’s promise of “twice the work in half the time.” Learn why focusing on value, not volume, is key to Agile success.
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Scrum for Stakeholders Training

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Managing Projects Using Visual Studio and Scrum Training

This three‐day course will help take your team and project to the next level. Using a combination of lecture, demonstrations, hands‐on activities, and team‐based exercises, attendees will experience how to deliver software using the Scrum framework and the corresponding tools and practices in Visual Studio.
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Mastering Remote Work: Key Insights for Agile Teams to Thrive in a Digital World

Discover how to enhance remote work, integrate UX in Agile, and boost team dynamics. Join Martin Hinshelwood for insights that drive collaboration and value!
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How to Tackle the Challenge of an Ineffective Product Owner in Agile Teams

Struggling with an ineffective Product Owner? Discover actionable strategies for Scrum Masters to enhance collaboration and drive team success in Agile environments.
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Unlocking Unrealised Value: The Key to Elevating Your Product Development Strategy

Unlock the potential of your product by understanding unrealised value. Discover how market insights and hypothesis-driven development can enhance your strategy!
Course

Applying Flow Metrics for Scrum

Elevate Your Scrum Mastery with ‘Applying Flow Metrics for Scrum’: Transform your Agile practices with our immersive, hands-on course. Dive deep into the world of flow metrics and emerge with the skills to enhance your team’s efficiency and delivery. Join us for a journey of practical learning and real-world application – it’s time to turn data into action!
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Scrum for Product Owners Training

This instructor-led class is intended to help Product Owners be more effective in their role. Through a combination of presentation, discussion, and hands-on activities, attendees will learn the responsibilities and preferred practices of being the member of the Scrum Team who drives the value.
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Professional Scrum with User Experience (PSU) with Certification

Professional Scrum with User Experience (PSU) is a 14h hands-on course, delivered over 4 half-days, where students who already have a fundamental understanding of Scrum and some experience using it will learn how to integrate modern UX practices into the way they are working in Scrum and how to work most effectively within Scrum Teams.
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Transform Your Scrum Team in 90 Days: Strategies for Continuous Delivery and Empowerment

Transform your Scrum team’s delivery in just 90 days! Discover strategies for continuous delivery, value clarity, and empowering champions for lasting success.
Blog

Deciphering the Enigma of Story Points Across Teams

Explore how to effectively use Story Points in agile teams. Discover better metrics for performance and value delivery to enhance your team’s success.
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Story Points & Velocity are a sign of an unsuccessful team

Discover why relying on Story Points and Velocity may hinder your Scrum team’s success. Learn to embrace true agility and enhance your team’s adaptability.
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Risk Mitigation: Agile Usable Products vs Documentation in Traditional Project Management

Explore how Agile’s focus on usable products enhances risk mitigation compared to traditional documentation methods in project management. Adapt and thrive!
Videos

Hiring an Agile Coach: What to Look For in Both Technical and Leadership Engagement

Discover 5 essential tips for hiring an #AgileCoach with Martin Hinshelwood in this insightful #shorts video. Make informed decisions for your team!
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Scrum is hard to adopt and disruptive to your organisation

Discover the challenges of adopting Scrum in your organization. Learn why commitment and training are essential for successful Agile transformation.
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How would you help organizations pitch the opportunity of agile internally?

Discover how to effectively pitch agile within your organisation and inspire teams to embrace its transformative potential for continuous improvement.
Newsletters

Agile Kata and a whole lot more with facilitation, backlog management, and evidence based management!

Join our immersive Agile training this year! Explore PSPO, PSM, and PAL classes, plus new Skills and Agile Kata courses. Enrol now for 20% off!
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7 Harbingers of the Agile apocalypse - Chaos

Master agile transformation! 🌟 Join Martin as he uncovers chaos pitfalls and the vital role of communication, direction, and alignment. 🚀
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Unlocking the True Potential of Scrum: Why Professionalism Matters in Agile Teams

Unlock the true potential of Scrum! Discover how professionalism can transform your team’s approach and deliver real value. Join the journey to excellence today!
Blog

Does your organisation have both Project Mangers as well as Product Owners?

Explore the challenges of having both Project Managers and Product Owners in your organization. Discover how to achieve true agility and team alignment.
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Do you have a contract between the Product Owner and the Team?

Discover the importance of a Sprint Contract between the Product Owner and Team in Scrum. Enhance collaboration and clarity for successful project delivery.
Videos

Rethinking Budgeting: How to Break Free from Traditional Constraints and Maximise Value

Break free from traditional budgeting! Discover how Beyond Budgeting fosters agility, maximises value, and seizes opportunities in a dynamic market.
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The Importance of Product Backlog Management in Today's Agile Landscape

Discover why Product Backlog Management is crucial in today’s Agile landscape. Join Martin Hinshelwood as he explores its rising significance in Scrum.
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Reasons to do a PSPO-A Course in 60 Seconds

Discover why the Advanced PSPO-A course is a game-changer for your career in just 60 seconds! Join Martin Hinshelwood for insights. #Agile #Scrum #Shorts
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Navigating the Unpredictability of Software Development: Embrace Agile for Success

Navigate the complexities of software development with insights on technical leadership and Agile principles. Discover how to turn challenges into opportunities!
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Transforming Waste into Value: How to Boost ROI with Agile Metrics

Uncover the hidden waste in your organisation! Learn how DORA metrics can boost innovation and ROI while embracing agility for better value.
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The Overlooked Virtue of Agility: Diligence

Unlock the power of diligence in Agile! Discover how attention to detail can elevate your projects and drive success. Watch now for essential insights!
Blog

Stop normalizing unprofessional behaviour in the name of agility

Discover why unprofessional behavior undermines agility in Scrum. Learn to uphold professionalism for true agile success and better team dynamics.
Videos

Why do you think the PSU course has become so popular for product development?

Discover why the PSU course is transforming product development by integrating UX into Scrum teams, empowering them to create valuable customer solutions.
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In high competition markets, how does scrum product development help acquire and retain customers?

Unlock Scrum’s potential in competitive markets! Discover how it enhances product development, boosts innovation, and drives customer retention. 🚀📈
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2023 is predicted to be a very tough year. What do you think will be needed to win and improve?

Discover key strategies for thriving in 2023’s challenges as Martin Hinshelwood explores the essentials for successful Agile leadership and adaptation.
Blog

How do you make a good Forecast?

Learn how to create accurate forecasts in agile projects with expert insights from Martin Hinshelwood. Enhance predictability and budget planning effectively!
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Mastering Product Development Costs: Empower Your Team for Financial Success

Unlock the secrets of product development costs! Discover how to empower your team with financial awareness and drive innovation for greater profitability.
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Why the Scrum Master’s True Power Lies in Influence, Not Authority

Discover why Scrum Masters lack traditional authority yet hold immense influence in fostering effective teams. Uncover the true power of leadership in Scrum!
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Breaking the Silence: How to Combat Communication Gaps in Agile Teams

Discover the hidden dangers of silence in Agile teams and learn effective strategies to foster open communication for better collaboration and value delivery.
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7 harbingers of the Agile apocalypse - Judgement

Unlock the essence of Agile! 🚀 Join Martin as he explores core principles, pitfalls of prescriptive methods, and what truly motivates today’s workforce.
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Rethinking Sprint Planning: Why Burndown Charts Are Agile Banditry and What to Do Instead

Rethink your Sprint planning! Discover why burndown charts may hinder progress and learn to embrace a flexible, just-in-time approach for agile success.
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Taming the Chaos Factor: How to Align Your Agile Teams for Success

Discover how to combat chaos in Agile teams! Learn key strategies to align goals, enhance communication, and boost morale for a more productive environment.
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How effectively does an APS prepare a team to do a solid, professional Scrum?

Discover how the APS course empowers scrum teams to excel in professional scrum practices. Join Martin Hinshelwood for insights on effective training!
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What is the Sprint Review workshop and how will it help organisations?

Discover how NKD Agility’s Sprint Review workshops empower scrum teams to excel in showcasing their work and enhancing stakeholder engagement.
Newsletters

April 2023 NKDAgility: Applying Professional Scrum

Unlock your Scrum potential! Join our Applying Professional Scrum course to enhance your team’s effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
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How good is the APSPO course in helping leaders determine product direction and Why?

Discover how the PSPO-A course empowers managers to transition from project to product leadership, enhancing product vision and team alignment in Agile.
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Mastering Complexity in Scrum: Transform Your Team with Agile Product Strategy Insights

Unlock the secrets of Agile Product Strategy! Discover how understanding complexity transforms Scrum teams and enhances collaboration. Join the journey today!
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Scrum is like communism, it doesn't work. Myth 5.

Uncover the truth about Scrum governance! Join Martin as he debunks myths and reveals the balance between flexibility and compliance in product development. 🚀
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Why is Scrum so easy to understand but incredibly hard to master?

Uncover why Scrum is easy to grasp but tough to master! Join Martin as he shares insights and strategies for navigating its complexities. 🚀💡
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Unlocking the Power of Immersive Learning for Product Management

Unlock real change in product development! Discover how immersive learning and outcome-based assignments empower teams to apply knowledge effectively.
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When is an APS course appropriate for a scrum team?

Discover when the APS course is ideal for Scrum teams and how it tailors Scrum practices to your organisation’s unique needs. 📚🚀
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