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5 kinds of Agile bandits: Say/Do Metrics Bandits

Scrum.org

The Illusion of Precision: Debunking Agile Banditry in Say-Do Metrics Starting from the basics, let's understand what say-do metrics really entail. They are a comparison between what team members say they will do and what they actually achieve. While this sounds straightforward and effective, the reality is far more complex. Say-do metrics can be a double-edged sword.

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20 NEW PMI-RMP Multi-Response Free Questions and Answers (Part - 2)

Management Yogi

This is in continuation of the earlier series of questions for the mutlti-response or multi-answer questions for the PMI-RMP® examination. I'd strongly suggest that you take both the parts together when you try to attempt the questions. That way you will get a feel of questions and how to answer them.

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Sunsetting Scrum Masters

Scrum.org

TL; DR: Sunsetting Scrum Masters In this article, I uncover indicators that a Scrum Master’s or Agile Coach’s journey is coming to a close; they are sunsetting Scrum Masters. These indicators include, for example, management’s deviation from first principles, reduced support for your change initiatives, an emerging preference for short-term fixes over long-term agile strategies, a shift back to top-down control, decreased communication involvement, exclusion from management discussions, neglecte

SCRUM 176
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To Document or Not to Document: That is the Question.

MPUG

Introduction I saw some things posted on LinkedIn regarding documentation, and it got me thinking. The adoption of Agile approaches has encouraged the elimination of documentation. To be sure, there are times when documentation is perhaps heavy-handed. However, that does not necessarily mean abandoning project documentation is a good idea. Swinging into either extreme direction will not be helpful.

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Understand Digital Debt, Form a Team, Set Goals, and Plan Roadmap for Transformation

Understanding digital debt is crucial before digital transformation. Assemble a team to assess internal operations, market pressures, and digital debt's impact. Define future digital vision with measurable goals. Refine hypotheses and conduct market analysis. Develop a roadmap for transformation with defined projects, cost estimates, and governance.

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How to manage large requirements documents in Scrum

Scrum.org

A common question from new Scrum teams is how to handle the large requirements documents they already have from their waterfall projects after they switch to using Scrum? Can you be agile with such a prescriptive end state described by the specification? In this Responsive Advisors Scrum Lightning Round, we share ideas on how you can work with large requirements documents and still be agile.

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What Is the Difference Between the Definition of Done (DoD) and the Definition of Ready (DoR)?

Scrum.org

While only DoD is part of Scrum, some teams may choose to use DoR to help with Product Backlog transparency. The DoD provides a commitment for what the team must do to have a Done Increment. The Definition of Done (DoD) is a shared understanding of what it means for work to be finished and ensures that the Increment is meeting the quality requirements for the product.

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Episode 193 – Mastering the Project Sales Role: How to Persuade, Lead and Succeed

Velociteach

The podcast by project managers for project managers. Discover how project managers leverage their skills to navigate the multifaceted sales role. Harold Samson, shares insights on developing diverse sales-oriented skills. From the art of securing resources, fostering team alignment, and building client relationships, hear about the pillars of successful project management in a sales-oriented role.

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Redefining Project Functions, A Scrum Perspective (From PM to PSM 2)

Scrum.org

When people hear about projects there are a number of functions quickly jumping to mind including providing oversight and coordination, presenting objectives and feedback, facilitating and supporting, providing business direction and insight, providing resources and direction, maintaining governance, and more. While professional project managers understand that these should be collaborative efforts with and by the entire team, we still see that in a lot of, if not most cases, senior management i

SCRUM 181
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10 Top Timely Alternatives for 2023 [Pricing, Features & More]

Teamweek

Are you looking for an affordable yet powerful time tracking alternative to Timely? You’re in the right place. This article dissects ten Timely alternatives with their pros, cons, key features, and pricing. But first, let’s see why some people look for Timely alternatives. Disclaimer: The information below is accurate as of January 15th, 2024. Why do people consider alternatives to Timely?

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Strategic Project Finance Essentials: A Project Manager’s Guide to Financial Metrics

Speaker: Ketan Jahagirdar - Sopheon’s Director of Product Management

Empower yourself as a project manager with insights that directly influence the financial landscape and strategic direction of your organization! Join us for a deep dive into the world of financial strategy, as we dissect key metrics that drive CFOs and business leaders’ investment decisions. This session will equip you with the necessary tools to craft compelling business cases as well as a comprehensive understanding of the crucial distinction between capital expenditure and operational expend

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Redefining Project Functions, A Scrum Perspective (From PM to PSM 02)

Scrum.org

When people hear about projects there are a number of functions quickly jumping to mind including providing oversight and coordination, presenting objectives and feedback, facilitating and supporting, providing business direction and insight, providing resources and direction, maintaining governance, and more. While professional project managers understand that these should be collaborative efforts with and by the entire team, we still see that in a lot of, if not most cases, senior management i

SCRUM 178
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How to master Fiedler’s Contingency Theory of Leadership

Planio

While there’s no “perfect way” to lead a team, data shows that many leaders are still doing it wrong. A recent study by global leadership consulting firm DDI found that only 40% of companies believe they have great leaders, and only 32% trust their senior leaders to make the best decisions. To build better team connections and deliver great results, the best project leaders match their leadership style to the team and situation around them.