Scrum.org

AUGUST 15, 2023

Adaptation of Kaner’s diamond model of participation (source Carrie Kappel 2019) Techniques and Training for Top Scrum Facilitation Skills Scrum is a framework that thrives on communication and collaboration. Its efficacy rests heavily on well-executed facilitation to steer teams toward their goals.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 12, 2024

Becoming a Scrum Master requires interpersonal skills, adaptability, continuous learning, and a clear focus on goals and team dynamics. It embodies leadership and facilitation that guides a team toward efficiency and success. It's about facilitation, value focus, and understanding team dynamics. It’s an accountability.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 14, 2023

It's about wholeheartedly embracing continuous improvement and proactively facilitating change. As you contemplate this meaningful transition, here are ten reflective questions designed to echo the core attributes and skills integral to a successful Scrum Master. Can You Foster a Safe and Open Environment?

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Scrum.org

MAY 22, 2023

TL; DR: Retrospective Facilitation — Going from Good to ? Great The magic technique to turn a boring Retrospective into an outstanding Retrospective is the rotation of the facilitator role equally among all team members. This inclusion fosters collective responsibility and active engagement during Retrospectives.

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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. So, if the Scrum Master persists in facilitating all events, he limits the self-management of the Scrum team and even of the ecosystem.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 4, 2024

TL; DR: How to Deal with the Agile Job Crisis While the current Agile job crisis is apparent, there is also hope for practitioners willing to refine their skills, share knowledge, and network with peers. This offer will help refine your coaching skills while giving back to the community.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The facilitation prowess of a Product Owner (PO) can significantly enhance this understanding, transforming the backlog into a vibrant narrative that propels everyone towards a shared vision and the current Product Goal. Timing is Key : Be open to adapting the initial design of the workshop as new insights emerge.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Positive stakeholder feedback regarding effective communication, educational efforts, progress transparency, and satisfaction with outcomes reflects the Scrum Master’s successful facilitation of Agile principles. They create an environment where team members feel comfortable sharing ideas and concerns, fostering open communication.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 17, 2023

This concept emphasizes the need for a skill set that bridges the gap between machine domains. As AI seamlessly integrates into aspects of our work, a demand arises for skills beyond what machines alone can offer. As AI seamlessly integrates into aspects of our work, a demand arises for skills beyond what machines alone can offer.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The facilitation prowess of a Product Owner (PO) can significantly enhance this understanding, transforming the backlog into a vibrant narrative that propels everyone towards a shared vision and the current Product Goal. Timing is Key : Be open to adapting the initial design of the workshop as new insights emerge.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 23, 2022

On a recent episode of SUCCESSFUL FACILITATION on the Agile for Humans YouTube channel , Professional Scrum Trainers Todd Miller and Ryan Ripley open their new series on facilitation with the obvious question: What is facilitation? Check out the video, leave a comment and let them know what you think.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In a world marked by constant change and complexity, effective facilitation has become a critical skill for individuals and organizations alike. Facilitation is not just about orchestrating discussions; it's about creating an environment where everyone's voices are heard, ideas are explored, and decisions are made collaboratively.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 2, 2023

Let’s look at some strategies for facilitating difficult Scrum Team conversations. . But successful facilitation involves taking the time to orient ourselves to the situation and deciding how we’ll approach it. . Being clear on the objective of the conversation brings clarity to the facilitation process. Set the intention.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Resource forecasting helps managers answer questions like: Do I have sufficient capacity and skill sets to take on additional projects? It also estimates the workload, skill requirements, and project financials, enabling organizations to achieve profitable resource utilization. What are the advantages of resource forecasting?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 19, 2024

This facilitates easier adjustments and quicker responses to change. Promote Team Collaboration and Self-Management: Encourage a team culture that values open communication, collaboration, and self-management. Use these tools to create transparency, inspect progress, and adapt plans based on learnings and changes in the environment.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 1, 2024

Team members bring diverse skills and perspectives, allowing for creative solutions and rapid recovery from setbacks. Move away from a fixed mindset to one that values adaptability and is open to change. Ensure that Scrum artifacts are used to maintain transparency and facilitate adaptation.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

My takeaway from this is while coaching is a specific, accredited skill, mentors can still benefit from knowing a bit of theory. Your mentoring activities could also include them work shadowing you to see how you facilitate a meeting, for example. Often, it’s soft skills, interpersonal skills, power skills… you know what I mean.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 30, 2024

The skills and expertise of a Scrum Master remain vital in helping teams adapt, grow, and deliver value in an increasingly complex and fast-paced world. It's evolving from what was in many cases a position focused on process facilitation to encompassing a broad spectrum of skills and responsibilities.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 25, 2022

On a recent episode of SUCCESSFUL FACILITATION on the Agile for Humans YouTube channel , Professional Scrum Trainers Todd Miller and Ryan Ripley open their new series on facilitation with the obvious question: What are Liberating Structures? Check out the video, leave a comment and let them know what you think.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 3, 2023

The Scrum Master is a teacher, coach, impediment remover, change agent, mentor, and facilitator. A more effective approach for the Scrum Master is to act as a facilitator and coach, empowering the team to identify and resolve issues on their own. In this process, the Scrum Master should also be open to learning from the team.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 15, 2024

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. Still the skill stays important.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 15, 2024

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. Still the skill stays important.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 15, 2023

It can help them stay present and engaged at the moment, communicate more effectively, and be more open to feedback and continuous learning. Developing a Mindful Mindset Developing a mindful mindset involves cultivating the following attitudes: Curiosity: Be open to new ideas, perspectives, and experiences.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

While we can attribute several factors to these statistics, the fact remains that students only stand to benefit from learning and applying project management skills to their studies: to initiate , plan, execute, monitor, and close. These are skills that will serve any individual for life.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 24, 2020

The value derived from holding a retrospective is proportional to the talent of the facilitator, and the intimacy of the team. If the facilitation is poor: it’s going to be a bad meeting. Facilitation is the key. What facilitation tips can you share? Parabol is open source. Here’s an example.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

I prefer the latter, which can an eye-opener in itself. If you are facilitating this in person, make sure to have a whiteboard or flip charts, markers, post-it notes, and some small dots to stick onto a post-it. Look for misunderstanding or incorrect terminology, while showing curiosity and asking open-ended questions.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 1, 2024

The Retrospective can focus on soft skills like respect, openness, and commitment. The Retrospective can focus on soft skills like respect, openness, and commitment. Embrace Continuous Improvement: Encourage open communication within the team to identify areas for improvement continually. Are there bottlenecks?

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 2, 2023

Let’s look at some strategies for facilitating difficult Scrum Team conversations. . But successful facilitation involves taking the time to orient ourselves to the situation and deciding how we’ll approach it. . Being clear on the objective of the conversation brings clarity to the facilitation process. Set the intention.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 22, 2023

The team looks at what information is available to help determine overall project status, give some context for the decision, and use that to help facilitate a good result. This can be done by a secret vote or open team vote. Skills for decision-making There are certain skills to help a team make effective decisions.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Construction sites are a complex orchestration of many different skills executed by many different subcontractors. Below, we’ve outlined the role, responsibilities, skills, qualifications and more that make a good site engineer. It’s easy to delete and add whatever duties that are unique to your open position.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Some people seem naturally good at communication in a project setting , but even if you don’t feel confident in your ability, communication skills are definitely something you can develop and improve over time. Here are 5 ways you can improve your communication skills. Don’t let that be you.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

we are also probably part of the group that overestimates our own abilities to lead and facilitate effective conversations, feeding that vicious circle of soul-sucking meetings and events that are ineffective. . Listed below are five ways you can improve your meetings and Scrum events, based on the principles of effective facilitation.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 15, 2024

Understanding these indicators is crucial, as they often serve as the only clues to a changing tide in a landscape where open and constructive criticism might be scarce. Note: It is generally a sign of healthy team development when other members than the Scrum Master can facilitate team events.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 6, 2023

It's not just about facilitating meetings or managing backlogs; it's a leadership role that requires a deep understanding of team dynamics and project management. It demands a blend of soft skills – like communication, empathy, and conflict resolution – and the ability to see the bigger picture.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 27, 2023

This journey, although challenging, is immensely rewarding, as it opens up new avenues for innovation and value creation in the agile world. Outcome-Based Assignments: Practical assignments that reinforce learning and cater to various skill levels. This format ensures a comfortable pace for understanding each concept.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 22, 2024

This principle aligns seamlessly with Scrum's focus on the empiricism pillars of transparency, inspection, and adaptation, as well as the core values of commitment, focus, openness, respect, and courage. This means being a facilitator, coach, and mentor, and helping the team uphold the Scrum values and principles.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Today, Scrum.org announced a new skills-based course focusing on facilitation. Professional Scrum Facilitation Skills (PSFS) provides a practical, hands-on learning experience focused on developing facilitation skills and the mindset to apply them. It encourages openness. But there is a rub.

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