Must have trait in an Agile Consultant What’s the one must have trait that an Agile Consultant absolutely needs? Whilst there are many important traits that are important, I’d say it has to be tenacity! 💪
When #agile meets traditional #management and #projectmanagement environments, there is often a clash of culture. In one environment, we are interrogating the data and practices to discover probem areas and actively designing ways to improve and evolve. In the other, we’re hiding problems to avoid blame and shifting the focus from collaboration to control.
In my journey through the world of Scrum, I’ve often found myself frustrated by a recurring theme: the overwhelming focus on the mechanics of Scrum rather than its underlying principles. It seems that many people and organisations are quick to declare, “You’re not doing Scrum if you’re not standing up!” This fixation on rituals and practices is not only misguided but also distracts us from what truly matters in agile methodologies.
Unlocking Team Potential: The Power of Openness in Scrum Discover how openness revolutionizes team dynamics and drives success in Scrum. Dive deep into the vital role of transparency and trust in this insightful discussion. 🔐🌀💡
Unmasking the Role of Scrum Masters: Myths vs Reality Explore the often misunderstood role of Scrum Masters. Uncover the truth behind common misconceptions and learn effective strategies for team collaboration.
What is Your Peeve in DevOps Debunking DevOps Peeves DevOps has its fair share of grumbles and groans, which have beocme pet peeves. These peeves, more often than not, are due to misunderstanding or resistance to change.
#youtubeshorts presents Martin Hinshelwood raising 1 critical skill for a #scrummaster in under 60 seconds. What is the one thing a #scrummaster should master to be successful in #agile? About NKD Agility
In my experience teaching the Professional Scrum Master II (PSM2) course, I’ve encountered a recurring theme that resonates deeply with participants: the epiphanies that emerge during our discussions. While there are several insights that attendees gain, the most common epiphany often revolves around the role of the Scrum Master and the broader implications of their responsibilities.
Worst trait in unskilled scrum masters? Do you picture a Scrum Master as a stern taskmaster, a zealous micromanager, or even an omnipotent boss? If that’s a ‘yes’, prepare to flip your perceptions upside down! 🔄
1 critical skill for a Scrum Master and why? When you think of the role of a Scrum Master, I bet teaching isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. Most view Scrum Masters as facilitators, project managers, or even referees.
Is a scrum master an agile micromanager? Today, let’s tackle a common misconception in the Agile world that crops up often: is a Scrum Master an Agile micromanager? 🤔 If a Scrum Master is micromanaging, they’re missing the point. A Scrum Master is there to facilitate, teach, and support, not micromanage. 👀
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?
In 2020 when #covid19 hit with full force, many teams were thrown into disarray as working remotely became the norm rather than the exception. It also impacted #scrumtraining something fierce with #professionalscrumtrainers now delivering courses remotely rather than in-person in classrooms.
#devops is that mysterious partner to #agile in many environments. It’s something that has stumped many an #agilecoach or #agileconsultant, because it requires knowledge and practise in the environment to thrive.
Unveiling the Secrets of Professional Scrum: A Journey Beyond the Basics Explore the depths of professional Scrum application with insights that challenge conventional approaches. Dive into a transformative discourse on evolving from basic Scrum practices to mastering its profound impacts on teams and organizations.
My Professional Scrum Trainer Legacy: What Matters Most to Me? Hello to all my Agile and Scrum enthusiasts! I get asked a lot of questions, and I think the question of how I’d like to be remembered as a professional Scrum Trainer is definitely one I have thought about in the past and I would like to share my top three priorities that are important to me.
A Journey to DevOps Success I’ve been asked to share my favourite DevOps consulting outcome, and this question immediately led me straight down memory lane to a unique project that went from chaos to one engineering system with an exceptional client. 🎯
Beyond Certification: A Deeper Dive Into the PSM II Course Again, I’m answering a commonly asked question: ’ Is the PSM II course (Professional Scrum Master II) simply a validation of your skills, or does it help to develop your abilities and competencies as a Scrum Master?'
Congratulations, you’ve earned your stripes as an #agilepractitioner and now it’s time to bring your expertise, skills, and experience into the realm of #consulting. #agileconsulting to be precise. What should your initial focus be? What are the three top tips you should follow to make that first #agileconsulting engagement rock?
Hierarchies of Competence Vs Control: Insights & Relevance Have you ever wondered about the difference between hierarchies of competence and control? And perhaps even more importantly, why does it matter? 💭
Empowering Teams with the APS Approach: Elevating Your Scrum Journey In the dynamic and ever-evolving realm of Scrum, where teams and organisations strive to harness their full potential, the Applied Professional Scrum (APS) stands out as a guiding light for authentic Scrum Mastery. 💡
Scrum.Org recently launched the PSU (Professional Scrum with User Experience) course that intends to help bring product designers, user experience specialists, and scrum development teams closer together. it is an absolutely awesome course and will show you how to integrate design and engineering into #productdevelopment on an iterative and continuous basis rather than the chicken and the egg dilemma it currently faces.
Why do so few scrum masters progress to the PSM II and PSM III certifications? Discover why many Scrum Masters don’t pursue advanced certifications like PSM2 or PSM3. Dive into the motivations and passion behind true mastery in Scrum. 📜🔍
Unpacking the Differences A newbie vs professional Scrum Master could be considered a misconception. Allow me to explain why. In the Agile world, and particularly in Scrum, answering an intriguing question like the title of this article can be tricky. Still, as I’m often asked, - “What’s the difference between a newbie Scrum Master and a professional Scrum Master?” I’ll tackle it and let’s look at the differences together. 🎯
When it comes to the role of a Scrum Master, I often find myself reflecting on the dynamics within a team. Recently, I was asked whether I would recommend an Agile Process Simulation (APS) workshop or an agile consultant if a Scrum Master was struggling with their team. My immediate thought was, “Perhaps we need to consider a new Scrum Master.” After all, if a Scrum Master is battling with their team, it raises some serious questions about their effectiveness and understanding of their role.
#agileconsulting can be incredibly rewarding and fulfilling. You get to work with amazing clients and for the most part, you’re the dreamweaver that empowers the team to successfully adopt #agile and rock with #productdevelopment.
PSM II: The Game-Changer for Scrum Masters Today, I want to tackle an important question I often receive, “How will a PSM II course challenge your assumptions the most? If so, you’re not alone. Many Agile enthusiasts, like you and me, grapple with a multitude of assumptions, and the PSM II course is precisely crafted to challenge these notions.
When I’m asked about the difference between a newbie Scrum Master and a professional Scrum Master, I can’t help but feel that neither of those labels truly captures the essence of what it means to be a Scrum Master. In my experience, the term “newbie” implies a lack of competence, but that’s simply not the case. When you step into the role of a Scrum Master, you’ve already demonstrated a level of effectiveness within your team. You’re not just a novice; you’re taking on an important accountability that requires skill and understanding.
Why is becoming a Scrum Master a great career option? As an Agile Consultant, I think this is a great question, and I’m often asked why becoming a Scrum Master is a great career choice. 🚀 So, in this article, I will address this popular question circling the Agile sphere.
Can organisations run an Applying Professional Scrum workshop? How would that help them? Is Your Organisation Seeking Professional Agile Guidance Recently I was asked an intriguing question: “When should an organisation consider running a Professional Scrum Workshop?” 🚀
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