Scrum.org

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Scrum, a framework I've engaged with extensively in my professional journey, is deceptively simple to comprehend yet remarkably challenging to master. In my latest video, I explore this intriguing aspect of Scrum, shedding light on why something so seemingly straightforward can become complex in real-world scenarios.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 17, 2024

Teams become preoccupied with accumulating points, often at the expense of genuinely understanding and fulfilling customer needs. Facilitated Reflections: Each class begins with discussions led by our Professional Scrum Trainer, promoting shared learning and actionable insights. Enjoy this video? Just ask!

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Scrum.org

APRIL 2, 2024

In the realm of software development, the Agile philosophy has become synonymous with flexibility, rapid delivery, and, most importantly, value to the customer. Yet, in my journey as a professional Scrum and Kanban trainer, I've observed a pervasive obstacle that many teams struggle to overcome: the hierarchical management of backlogs.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Today, we're thrilled to share a remarkable story from our recent "Becoming a Scrum Master" series, featuring none other than Laurens Bonnema, a seasoned professional Scrum trainer and Scrum Master. This early setback laid the foundation for his future success and deep understanding of Scrum's potential.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 20, 2023

If you’re looking to get into Professional Scrum, this might be the first one that comes to mind - and why wouldn't it? or any other job listing website, you would see it listed as the primary requirement for so many Scrum & Agile roles. Who do you think the Professional Scrum Master class is for? A Better Choice?

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

As a seasoned Agile coach, I've often pondered over the journey a Scrum Master undertakes from their initial steps to becoming an expert. When starting as a Scrum Master, one is confronted with myriad choices and approaches to problem-solving. Adapting the Scrum framework to these nuances is where the real skill lies.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

If you want to be a successful Scrum Practitioner, you need to invest a lot in yourself to build a new identity and Professional Attitude. Then every single Scrum Team wishes to have you as a member. Part 3 (Action): the time you become aware of the need for an action and the moment you implement that action are the same.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 7, 2022

We all have strengths and weaknesses with the preferred stances of a Scrum Master. However, what I’ve observed in my practice as a consultant and Professional Scrum Trainer is that we can become overly reliant on the stances we are comfortable in. A trainer and a teacher are not the same.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

There’s been a slow moving shift in the industry towards eschewing full time traditional Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches in favour of having line managers (Engineering Managers, Delivery Managers, etc) take on the Scrum Master Accountability. In many cases, companies have laid off entire teams of Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 8, 2024

Preorder the Scrum Anti-Patterns Guide book now for delivery in January 2024! ? Join Stefan in one of his upcoming Professional Scrum training classes ! As a result, our plans become filled with speculation and rooted in our imagination. We become locked into plans that prevent collaboration, learning, and discovery.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

I have validated the following conversation with several other organizations, discussed this with many of our Professional Scrum Trainers, and see a similar pattern. But during the last few years, many things have changed, which means we need project managers to act more like Product Owners in Scrum.” From work to value.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 30, 2021

Are you interested in becoming a Scrum Master, but you are yet to have any experience? In the last seven years, I have assisted several interested and enthusiastic professionals to become Scrum Masters. I gradually elevated to the role of a Scrum Master. . . Introducing the concept of Scrum Board.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It's not uncommon to see a framework like Scrum or SAFe, initially embraced with fervour, slowly become a scapegoat for deeper systemic issues within a company. With our expertise, we can assist in rejuvenating your Agile practice or provide a conduit to experienced consultants, coaches, or trainers. Why not take the step now?

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Scrum.org

JUNE 23, 2023

Back in 2012 when I was on the path to becoming a Scrum.org Professional Scrum Trainer, I travelled to Boston to attend a PSM course run by Ken Schwaber (the co-creator of Scrum and Chairman/Founder of Scrum.org). This Scrum thing sounds great, but there’s quite a lot to it.

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Scrum.org

JULY 21, 2023

Professional Scrum with User Experience: Gaining the Competitive Edge Discover how Professional Scrum with User Experience Training offers your team a competitive edge through a synergistic approach that enhances product success.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

I've been fortunate enough to have enjoyed a great Scrum career and, as I look back over the past two decades plus, I note that there is one thing, more than anything else, that took my career in Scrum to a whole new level. Like most people I've met, I ended up finding Scrum by accident! My Scrum career went into overdrive.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 8, 2021

In this blog post, I'll share the story of how Scrum.org and Scrum Alliance united to discover and find ongoing ways to support women and create greater balance in our shared communities. They specifically sought different women at different points in their agile journeys from diverse geographies, ethnicities and varied Scrum backgrounds.

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Gunther Verheyen

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

I embarked on my Agile journey in 2003 when we wrapped eXtreme Programming in Scrum. Besides having engaged with many teams and organizations I have also created and facilitated many Scrum workshops and classes about various topics for various audiences since then. Warm regards Gunther independent Scrum Caretaker What?

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

As an agile coach I often have Scrum Masters come up to me because management is complaining there are too many meetings in Scrum and that their developers aren't 100% utilised on developing the products. Why is it that so many people walk away from a Scrum event saying it was a waste of time, boring or not relevant to them?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 7, 2022

We all have strengths and weaknesses with the preferred stances of a Scrum Master. However, what I’ve observed in my practice as a consultant and Professional Scrum Trainer is that we can become overly reliant on the stances we are comfortable in. A trainer and a teacher are not the same.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 29, 2023

I have had two very difference experiences on my journey to becoming a Professional Scrum trainer (PST). I did my Professional Scrum Master PST in 2017 and then in 2020 started the process to become a PSPO PST. We were all passionate about scrum and helping people solve complex issues.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 10, 2023

I was lucky enough to meet Ken Schwaber on my journey to becoming a Professional Scrum Trainer with Scrum.org. In honour of that epic introduction, I present to you my grumpiest take on Scrum: Please stop clapping at the Sprint Review. Find out about Private Agile and Scrum training for your team or organization

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Scrum.org

JUNE 3, 2021

All functionality becomes part of the minimum, and the MVP becomes the first release. Any subsequent releases become minor enhancements or patches. This post is part of a series on ways to split work items so that a minimum viable product becomes minimum, not maximum. As a trainer, I can read course management FAQs.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

Here are some study notes that I created whilst learning more about the Scrum.org Professional Scrum Product Backlog Management Skills (PSPBM Skills) course and assessment. As they are decomposed, they may become many individual Product Backlog items. Product Backlog items (PBIs): The only level required by Scrum.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Over the last years, I have spent some amount of time obtaining the highest of Agile Pokemon badges: the Professional Scrum Trainer. I already obtained my Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) certificate. I set my sight on becoming a PST. You’ve provided classroom training and coaching to people using Scrum.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 18, 2022

Professional Teaching is a complex skill that requires practitioners to probe, sense and respond to a changing learning environment. As Scrum Masters, we are naturally at home within complexity, and therefore the ability to apply empiricism to learning should be simple.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The lecture triggered many thoughts about the relevance of teaching Agile/Scrum. Of course, it is only a very small part of the educational program I am experiencing, but still… The themes covered here on Scrum and Agile are not current in daily practice. Young people at university have some idea about what “Agile” and “Scrum” is.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Such a backlog becomes unwieldy, making it challenging for the team to identify and focus on delivering value. We can guide you or help you find a consultant, coach, or trainer who can. You can request a free consultation with my team or sign up for one of our upcoming professional Scrum classes.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2023

The vision becomes a touchstone for difficult discussions with stakeholders, a path to unity for all project participants and a guide post for decision making with your team throughout the project. Dr Mike Clayton is one of the most in-demand project management trainers in the UK. XP, scrum, lean, etc.)

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In my professional journey, I've often been asked: Why does Agile focus so much on values and principles rather than providing a clear-cut, step-by-step guide? Complicated tasks, once understood, become simple. Complicated tasks, once understood, become simple. Think of it as a DIY task at home. Enjoy this video?

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 9, 2023

Context You only have to read Scrum Master job descriptions to observe the importance given to facilitation in organizations' applications. Employers expect the Scrum Master to facilitate Scrum events. The Scrum Master must naturally act as a guide in this difficult, even painful exploration.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Being a Scrum Master can be tough. This is something we always have to be conscious of as a Scrum Master. All of us who become Scrum Masters have to be aware of the tight rope that we walk and decide how much risk we are willing to take. The first objective was to help them to learn about and start to use Scrum.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Like and subscribe to our channel: [link] The role of the Product Owner becomes pivotal here. If you find it hard to navigate the complexities of team dynamics and accountability, my team at NKDAgility can assist you or connect you with a consultant, coach, or trainer who can. Enjoy this video?

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 18, 2022

Whilst this is a Professional Scrum leaning piece, facilitation is not an art solely associated with Scrum, and therefore the language I use isn’t either. Many new Scrum Masters need help to gain facilitation skills to leverage the potential of diverse perspectives within their team. Who is the facilitator? .

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 8, 2022

The Professional Scrum Trainer (PST) community helps bring our mission to life by delivering classes around Scrum and working with customers directly. Students become more than recipients of information as they are encouraged to take an active role in their own learning. Benefits of Flipped Learning.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 20, 2023

However, when applied to human beings, especially in agile teams, this concept becomes flawed. We're here to assist or help you find a consultant, coach, or trainer who can. The age-old notion of resource utilisation stems from the world of machinery, where the more a machine runs, the more value it produces. People aren't machines.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 6, 2020

Some may confuse the word “Foundation” in the name of the Professional Scrum Foundation course to mean simple or basic. But in truth this means it is a course for everybody to build a solid base of knowledge, understanding and practical application of Professional Scrum. What is complexity? What is empiricism?

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