Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

I'd like to share some reflections on the essence of Scrum leadership. The conventional view of leadership often revolves around authority and power. In my experience, true leadership in Scrum comes from earning respect and providing value. It asks us to rethink how we lead and influence others. Comment below!

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Stepping into 2024, we believe that the project management trends will reflect a notable shift from traditional methodologies towards more dynamic, business-focused, and people-centric approaches. Non-IT sectors are recognizing the inherent flexibility, adaptability, and iterative nature of Agile or Hybrid frameworks.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 21, 2023

My transition to Agile and DevOps wasn't immediate. Key Topics: Traditional vs Agile Approaches The Human Element in DevOps Discovering the Power of Scrum Organizational Transformation through Agile The Liberating Nature of Agile Practices Agile and DevOps presented a way to not just work differently but to think differently.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 23, 2024

TL; DR: Scrum Master Interview 2024 In today’s tight job market, standing out as a genuine Scrum Master is crucial amidst a sea of imposters. The following post will support your effort to demonstrate your pivotal role in agile transformations and strategic contributions, proving your indispensable value in driving organizational success.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 22, 2024

Navigating Agile Leadership: The Perils of Rigid Product Ownership From my experience, I've seen that the crux of Agile success lies not in rigid adherence to plans but in a more fluid, vision-driven approach. A product owner in an Agile environment should be the visionary, not the taskmaster. Agile leadership is an art.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 11, 2024

Is Dogmatism Ruining Your Agile Team's Potential? One of the ghosts of Agile past is dogmatism. It's crucial to understand the specific meanings of terms like Scrum, continuous delivery, or any other aspect of Agile practices, as they have specific implications in our field. Enjoy this video?

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 19, 2024

Unveiling the Agile Burndown Trap: A Fresh Perspective on Sprint Planning Agile teams often rely on burndown charts to monitor progress throughout a sprint. In essence, it forces teams into a rigid, plan-driven approach, which is paradoxical to the Agile principles of flexibility and adaptation to change. Enjoy this video?

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 3, 2024

What are your thoughts on the role of certifications in Agile? The agile landscape is replete with various certifications, each promising a certain level of proficiency and skill. In the agile community, a growing sentiment suggests that the focus on certifications might be misplaced.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 5, 2024

Are Burndown Charts Really Effective in Agile Environments? Agile project management, particularly in the context of software development, has long been seen as a dynamic, flexible approach to handling the complexities and uncertainties of modern projects. Agile projects, by their nature, are adaptive and responsive.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 10, 2024

Or have you watched as a chair struggled to assert leadership and direct the conversation? Dates: 24 July 2024 Time: 7.30pm UK time (2.30pm EDT) Cost: US$20 The challenge with managing meetings is that every project, every company and every meeting is slightly different depending on who is in the room and what you’re talking about.

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The IIL Blog

JULY 10, 2024

What does IPM Day 2024 Have in Store for Project Managers and Teams? IPM Day 2024 will show dramatically and profoundly how project managers make a positive difference for work, society, and the planet. How Can IPM Day 2024 Impact Executives and Business Needs? proactive strategies to identify and mitigate project risks.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 15, 2024

The Illusion of Precision: Debunking Agile Banditry in Say-Do Metrics Starting from the basics, let's understand what say-do metrics really entail. This practice of creating 'vanity metrics' was not just a betrayal of agile principles but also a glaring red flag for decision-making based on inaccurate data. Enjoy this video?

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 17, 2024

The Misstep of Focusing on Story Points and Velocity in Agile Teams As someone working in the realm of Agile, I've observed a common yet troubling trend among many teams: an overemphasis on story points and velocity. This practice not only undermines the essence of Agile but also hampers transparency and honesty within teams.

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The IIL Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

As 2024 unfolds, certifications beckon with more promise and potential. It reviews each of the key offerings, from the globally acclaimed Project Management Professional (PMP®) and PRINCE2®, to the more agile -minded certifications like ScrumMaster and Product Owner. This article is a curated list of the top certifications.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 13, 2024

Are Special Sprints in Agile Truly Beneficial? In my journey with Agile, I've often encountered teams embroiled in what I term 'special sprints' – Sprint zeros, refactoring sprints, and bugfix sprints. At first glance, these sprints appear as a savvy adaptation of Agile. The result?

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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. Starting in 2024, join our Learning Journeys - bundles of immersive classes such as Professional Scrum Product Owner, Professional Scrum Master, and Professional Agile Leadership Essentials.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 8, 2024

TL; DR: Humble Planning w/ Maarten Dalmijn In this fascinating talk, Maarten introduced the concept of humble planning and why it’s crucial for succeeding with an Agile way of working and building products of exceptional value. It is a must-see for all agile practitioners! ? Hands-on Agile Meetup. ? If so, how did it go ??

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 15, 2023

This method proves especially beneficial in Scrum and Agile environments, where adaptability and practical skills are crucial. Our approach is tailor-made for the evolving needs of professionals in dynamic environments like Scrum and Agile. Each session is designed to be intensive yet manageable, lasting up to four hours.

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The IIL Blog

MARCH 20, 2024

By Dr. Elissa Farrow March 20, 2024 Leadership futures are where change is not a challenge but an opportunity. As we open our organisations to leadership’s next generation, it’s clear that the future belongs to those who champion collaboration, innovation, inclusion, and adaptability.

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Scrum.org

JULY 13, 2024

Scrum is often implemented at the team level, which can limit achieving business agility at scale. Achieve Business Agility : Elevating Scrum enables organizations to respond to changing customer needs and market demands more effectively by fostering collaboration and alignment across multiple teams working towards shared business goals.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The essence of a standout Scrum Master lies in their ability to blend leadership with collaboration, ensuring that the team learns to self-manage and is focused on delivering exceptional value. A rockstar Scrum Master transcends the boundaries of traditional leadership, embodying the principles of Scrum in every action and interaction.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As a seasoned professional in the field of Scrum and Agile, I've often encountered the misconception that Scrum Mastership is confined to the world of software engineering. This understanding forms the foundation upon which you can build your leadership and facilitate effective teamwork. Enjoy this video?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 16, 2024

These innovative agile practices are a departure from the Taylorist traditions of the defense industry, which is grappling with continuous inflation and delays, impacting national security and human lives. Agile contracts are effective but still constitute an additional layer of complexity that is generally best avoided. We need both.

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International Institute for Learning

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Check out this recommended list and navigate the most sought-after Project Management Certifications of 2024. With an extensive military, academic, leadership, and project management education background, he epitomizes resilience, expertise, and a steadfast devotion to fostering growth and success in others.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 29, 2024

As a Scrum Master and Agile Coach, I've often pondered the question: is it my job to motivate the team? Starting in 2024, we'll be offering Learning Journeys as bundled immersive classes. It's a query that seems simple at first but unravels layers of complexity as you delve deeper. Accountability is key in this journey.

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Planio

MARCH 25, 2024

12 customer acquisition channels How to create a winning customer acquisition strategy in 2024 1. Whether it’s articles on insightful topics or thought leadership opinion pieces, content is a great way to offer value to customers while subtly promoting your products and services. Identify your ideal customer 2. Content marketing.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 11, 2024

Servant leadership is about collaboration, trust, empathy, and the ethical use of influence. At the heart of it is the desire to serve people first, with leadership emerging as a by-product of service. This leadership style is critical in unlocking the full potential of Agile practices. © 2024 wowefy.com

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Join us in 2024 for Learning Journeys like Professional Scrum Product Owner & Product Backlog Management Skills and Professional Agile Leadership Essentials & Evidence-Based Management (PAL-EBM). Our Immersion Training is designed for a more interactive, reflective, and practical learning experience.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

They advocate for business agility, promoting agile principles and practices beyond their team, therefore influencing the broader organisational culture. This involves navigating organisational politics and working with stakeholders to foster a more agile and responsive business environment. © 2024 wowefy.com

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 2, 2024

Ces pratiques agiles novatrices sont à rebours des traditions tayloristes de l’industrie de la défense, en prise avec une inflation continue des coûts et délais, impactant la sécurité nationale et les vies humaines. Il existe des solutions pour ré-aligner sous-traitants et clients. Nous avons besoin des deux.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 20, 2024

They also teach and mentor the team in Scrum and other agile practices, ensuring everyone understands why agility is needed in product development and effectively adapting agile ways of working to their context. They also interact with stakeholders and company leadership and help communicate the team's progress and needs.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 2, 2024

Some well-intentioned practices sound reasonable, but a closer examination reveals potential pitfalls that can compromise the Agile manifesto principles or the Scrum guide's underlying Empiricism. These are all much more valuable ways for leadership to measure team performance than limited metrics like 'velocity'.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 22, 2023

It's a critical inquiry that leads us into the heart of agile thinking. Starting in 2024, we will be introducing Learning Journeys – immersive class bundles that you can book individually or together. Scrum, as a framework, provides a structured yet flexible approach to product development.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 18, 2023

We're excited to offer immersive classes bundled as Learning Journeys from 2024. Our approach is designed for a deeper, more interactive learning experience that goes beyond traditional methods: Incremental Classroom Learning: We offer short, engaging live sessions spread across several weeks.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 12, 2023

As a professional in the field of Agile and Scrum, I often encounter organizations striving to enhance their team's abilities, particularly in roles such as Scrum Masters. Starting in 2024, we will be running immersive classes in bundles as Learning Journeys that you can book together, or on their own!

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 3, 2024

A Scrum Master should know the “why” behind Scrum and Agile principles, apply facilitation techniques, coaching, and mentorship, and exhibit solid leadership focusing on team empowerment and growth. They should also mentor team members in Agile practices and principles. © 2024 wowefy.com

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 3, 2024

A Scrum Master should know the “why” behind Scrum and Agile principles, apply facilitation techniques, coaching, and mentorship, and exhibit solid leadership focusing on team empowerment and growth. They should also mentor team members in Agile practices and principles. © 2024 wowefy.com

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