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Aug 31, 2021
PSM1 course overview with Duncan Maddox
I really enjoyed the course, much more than I thought I would. Duncan (Maddox) was a fantastic trainer, making the 2 days fun, relevant and engaging. His exam tips and techniques were fantastic, and I passed the PSM1 exam first time!
The course reviewed of the key concepts and changes in Scrum and provided ideas on how I can refocus and reset Agile and Scrum into our current Scrum Teams and ways of working. The practical examples were exactly what I was looking for - a lot of courses are good on the theory but don’t always help with application in the real world.
Duncan was one of the best trainers I’ve had - keep doing what you’re doing!!
Amanda Winder
Aug 11, 2021
Duncan Maddox's PSM I course - Excellent!
Duncan delivered a highly professional, entertaining and engaging 2-day PSM I course. Despite the course being remote, the levels of interaction, engagement and collaboration throughout were commendable that it was as close to an in-person experience as I could have hoped.
The content was entirely relevant and informative. I particularly enjoyed the way Duncan took the attendees back to the fundamentals of Scrum to ensure they were thoroughly understood, before learning how to apply these fundamentals using realistic, team and scenario based exercises.
I thoroughly enjoyed Duncan's engaging and interactive delivery style, and getting an insight into his vast knowledge and professional experience of Scrum was very interesting.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Duncan for anything Scrum!
Thanks again
Chris Brisbane
Jul 17, 2021
The instructer kept us engaged…
The instructer kept us engaged throughout the entire session. Real-life examples helped us grasp more the content of this course.
Justin M.
Jun 27, 2021
Excellent coach!
I had this course online for two consecutive days. Even though following a course online was challenging because of Covid19 situation, Duncan make it easy for us with interactive sessions and real life examples. He is a great coach, very open, supportive and very passionate. He provides the scrum learning with very simple ways and he answered each and every questions.
I highly recommend training and coach :)
Mireille El Gheche
Jun 16, 2021
Duncan was FANTASTIC - successful pass of PSMI
Duncan, thank you for your incredible help and support! The 2 day virtual training sessions were fantastic, I genuinely miss them. They were THAT engaging and that enjoyable. You're an incredible trainer with huge experience and tremendous passion for Scrum. You delivered with all of the professionalism you'd expect from Scrum.org - your virtual setup was great, seamless and consistent over the two days too.
srak
Jun 9, 2021
Duncan's course - Entertaining, Interactive, great learning experience
I really enjoyed it Duncan's course, because the interaction was great with all the working sessions and his challenging questions to keep us engaged and foster the learning experience.
I was afraid, it would be a more theoretical excercise, which it was by far not. Well done! Couldn’t have imagined a better online course!
Andreas Bartels
May 25, 2021
Highly recommend!
If you're looking into Scrum I highly recommend doing a Professional Scrum Master training, especially with Duncan! I've been reading about Scrum for a while, but the class really helped me put the various puzzle pieces together. Duncan explains the theory very well, provides challenging exercises to apply Scrum to the real world and makes you think critically about every aspect of Scrum. Duncan tailored the material and exercises to work great virtually, so the atmosphere was really nice and we were able to do exercises all together or in smaller teams.
Babette
May 14, 2021
Really enjoyable 2 days
Really enjoyable 2 days - great trainers and a good class to work along side !
Julia Bailey
May 11, 2021
Totally recommend!
Totally recommend!
Great course with engaging instructors, achieving a lasting learning experience
Miguel Cacho Soblechero
May 10, 2021
Excellent & Engaging Class
The class was very engaging, informative and left me feeling extremely motivated. Duncan was a great teacher who did not leave any question unanswered. Lots of scenario-based discussions and examples which made the class fun and interactive. I already passed the exam for which Duncan had prepared us very well.
I would highly recommend choosing Duncan's PSM class: 10/10!!!
Clara
May 9, 2021
Excellent
Excellent. Really enjoyed and it Duncan's depth of understanding and experience is readily apparent
Ben Musgrave
Apr 26, 2021
Very useful PSM I training
Great way to refresh and align your Scrum Guide knowledge and understanding of Scrum overall. We had a lot of focus on the pitfalls we may expect while passing the exam which was very useful too.
Vlad
Mar 10, 2021
Informative and practical
I followed this training last week and acquired a structured knowledge about scrum. It is informative and practical, and I would recommend those who want to know more about scrum to follow this training.
Minghai Liu
Mar 9, 2021
Great course again from Duncan
Great course again from Duncan. I have now completed and passed both PSM I and PSM II after a course with Duncan, both times the course was well constructed with great content and very engaging.
Steven Greensmith
Mar 8, 2021
Great course
Great course, great pace, great instructor. Couldn't ask for more.
Jacopo Lanzoni
Feb 4, 2021
Really enjoyed the course!!!
Really enjoyed the course!!!
Very good content, challenging and interesting exercises!
Thank you, Duncan!
Claudia-Maria Florescu
Jan 19, 2021
Duncan is an adept trainer
Duncan is an adept trainer
able to bring Scrum to life and apply it to the real world
lots of insights even for a seasoned professional
Highly recommended
AMAm
Dec 31, 2020
Very interactive class and informative.
Very interactive class and informative.
Ronaldo V.
Dec 21, 2020
SCRUM Master : A fast paced and interactive course…
A fast paced and interactive course that launches into the fundamentals from minute 1. This may have been as much to the do with the trainer (Duncan Maddox) as anything else but it entirely reflected the SCRUM purpose of delivering value.
All comms, links and guidance provided by QA worked well. Any constraints regarding online hosting (due to Covid) were overcome and excellent tips and coaching were provided to pass the exam.
Andy Burston
Dec 14, 2020
Enjoyable training
An enjoyable 2 day lockdown session with Duncan. He knows the scrum framework quite well, both from theory and experience.
Aldo Yoplac
Nov 30, 2020
I took part in on-line PSMII training…
I took part in on-line PSMII training due to the COVID-19 situation and it was really great experience.
Duncan prepared everything in a great way. Few days before the training we had a 15 mins technical check - zoom, cameras, audio and short intro of the upcoming training. The training was 2 full days. It was hard to stay so long in a meeting but we had enough brakes and it was very interactive so catching our attention all the time.
The training was done in such a good way so I could see things from a different angle and which helped me to understand many things - what I was doing wrong, how it can be improved, etc.
Overall I'm very satisfied.
Duncan gave us an extra hour and prepared us for the PSMII assessment. All the information and the instructions he gave us was very very helpful and made the assessment not that scary and the most important - I passed it from the first try (which is really hard).
Thank you Duncan for all your help!
Lilia Gyurova
Nov 25, 2020
This was brilliantly facilitated
This was brilliantly facilitated, its has broadened my knowledge of Scrum and helped me identify how I can evolve as a Scrum Master. I particularly appreciated the great environment Duncan created to maximise our learning opportunity. Many thanks, Daniel
Daniel Huyton
Nov 20, 2020
Amazing course with Duncan
Absolutely amazing course led by Duncan. It's well structured, well organized, and many practical topics coming from the real world. What I benefit the most is working with a group of experienced SMs through these two days, all are open, honest and active, and I learned so much from their sharing. I would recommend this training course, not only for a better exam preparation but also for many valuable exchanges with Duncan and other SMs.
Shimeng
Nov 20, 2020
Great session, thank you
Great session. Duncan facilitated very well and we collaborated together as a group in a very engaged manner. The two-day session was very intense, informative, and enlightening. I had read the Scrum Guide a couple times beforehand and had dabbled in Scrum a bit, but the session connected a lot of dots and solidified my understanding of Scrum. Duncan is a highly recommended facilitator and I'm looking forward to my Agile/ Scrum journey and meeting up with Duncan down the road for the PSM2 course!
Martin
Nov 20, 2020
Extremely engaging & fun
I would highly recommend scrum.org, particularly PST Duncan Maddox, for anyone that wants to learn more about scrum. Duncan thoroughly demonstrated his unparalleled knowledge of scrum and used intuitive techniques to embed knowledge through the two day PSM1 course.
Christian Kirk
Nov 16, 2020
Understand the Scrum Framework
Duncan has a lot experience and he does a great job in explaining the scrum framework to his students. We had a private class for our working team and we can see now, how much we can improve in our daily life. I can highly recommend him and his expertise. Thank you!
Max
Nov 15, 2020
Great Live Virtual Class
It was a great live virtual class, facilitated by Duncan. In this way, I was able to take part in all the exercises from Norway. I feel like I've learned a lot and also got inspired while having a lot of fun.
Mate
Nov 10, 2020
Professional Scrum Master class with Duncan Maddox
Great 2-day fully virtual Professional Scrum Master class with Duncan Maddox. Amazing interactive exercises with many breaks during the day. I never felt tired during the day, even though we were on a Zoom call for 8 hours every day, and always felt quite energised. Duncan is extremely knowledgeable, engaged all of the participants and re-iterated the key elements of Scrum and what is takes to become a Professional Scrum Master. Really enjoyed it and definitely recommend it!
Christoforos Nikitas
Oct 29, 2020
Agile method of delivering an agile course!
It was my first time experiencing an agile style of course delivery. Very good engagement and interaction. I love the team exercises too.
Lydia Balogun-Wilson
Oct 22, 2020
Sincere delivery and sharing of…
Sincere delivery and sharing of knowledge & expertise.
Mo El-Kasar
Oct 22, 2020
Great course on Scrum
I felt it was a slow start on day 1 but then we speeded up and I thoroughly enjoyed the class. Duncan really succeeded in engaging us on the learning path. Lots of interaction in the breakout groups. Could have swapped the members of the teams each day. Would have liked to see more testing of our knowledge on Scrum to be more confident to pass the exam, e.g. a 10-question assessment after each topic has been completed. Overall, a great course, and what a great summary email on the courseware and assessment tips at the end! Thank you!
Beáta Horváth
Oct 22, 2020
A really excellent course with a good…
A really excellent course with a good mix of theory and interactive sessions. I’d highly recommend it!
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Oct 1, 2020
I had the pleasure of attending a…
I had the pleasure of attending a PSM-II virtual class by Duncan Maddox.
We were lucky and were only four people which increases the interaction among us. I was the only one non-english native speaker but was able to follow completely the course and pass the certification.
It's a hard certification, Duncan will remind it to you everytime he can. I would have subestimate it.
Duncan also provides material for the pre- and post class as a preparation to take the certification and expand your scrum knowledge.
Scrum on,
Fernando Esparza
Sep 28, 2020
I can not recommend Duncan as a Scrum teacher enough!
I did the PSMI class with Duncan face to face and then this one Virtually. It made little to no difference. Duncan structured the session really well, got the class engaging really well together, and used technology to really facilitate a great session. He taught very clearly and in an engaging and interactive manner, there was plenty of space to explore each other's personal work scenarios and learn from each other as well as seek guidance from Duncan himself. The exam support materials that Duncan proved after the class were also invaluable, intuitive, and prepared me perfectly for what to expect in the exam. I can not recommend Duncan as a Scrum teacher enough!
Shiona Hawkins
Sep 25, 2020
Really brilliant course
Really brilliant course - I content was thorough, the course Provider very engaging and I was lucky to end up part of an enthusiastic learning team. I felt very well prepared for the examination; with the provision of preparatory materials straight after the end of the training - reflected in the fact that I passed first time round. Duncan was a fantastic teacher and I would recommend this course highly to anyone interested in the PSM.
Tabitha Sleap
Sep 14, 2020
Top experience
I enjoyed this class – Duncan succeeded in making it instructive and entertaining. Joining the Live Virtual Event from Germany worked like a charm, and Duncan adapted content and structure to the needs of the class and the students on the go. Thanks to this excellent preparation, I aced the exam.
Simon Verleger
Aug 28, 2020
Productive and enjoyable
Duncan was absolutely a great Trainer. It was 2 days online session and he made it highly interactive and fun. He is extremely well prepared, reliable and knowledgeable. I have finished the class with strong knowledge of Agile Principles and scrum values.
Nupur Patwari
Aug 27, 2020
Recommended course for PSM
Recommended course for PSM - nicely covered scenarios, very interactive.
Vishal Pathak
Aug 4, 2020
Great class
Great class, would defs recommend to those wanting a scrum certficiation
Jen
Jul 24, 2020
Review for Duncan Maddox, PSM II Virtual Class
I can only say all great things about the facilitator and the class despite and ESP it being virtual. Great and productive discussions. All questions have been answered, facilitator was able to draw out active engagement from all of us while also leading and controlling time boxes. I wish him all the best and more successful classes in the future.
Noni Angeles
Jul 18, 2020
One of the best courses I've attended…
One of the best courses I've attended to date. Great involvement by all, and a pleasure to be part of. Duncan was a top class training who guided us down the right path and allowed everyone to express their views.
Andy Dawson
Jul 7, 2020
Duncan was fantastic teacher
Duncan was fantastic teacher! He taught in such a way that you'll have in depth understanding and develop a love for Scrum if you didn't. It was for 2 days. We had loads of breakout sessions, with coffee breaks and 1 hr lunch. He was very patient in answering our questions, made sure we all got engaged in the breakout session and asked us thought provoking questions with real life cases. At the end of the 2 days training, I was almost reluctant to say good bye to my colleagues especially coral who i had come to laugh, question and answer together. I thoroughly enjoyed the classes because of how Duncan had ordered the sessions and his teaching skills and ability. I've passed my PSM I assessment just 2 days after my training because Duncan taught in such a way I can't forget- I'm going to use the Scrum theory even in my personal life. DUNCAN MADDOX- a huge well done to you. Looking forward to more classes with you. I really can't sing your praises enough. THANK YOU!
Esther Ololade Awolaja
Jun 29, 2020
Review of PSM II class on 21-22 May 2020
In anticipation of what my first virtual (online) class would be, I was pleasantly surprised at the level of organisation of course content and exercises outlined on the Miro board that Duncan Maddox(Trainer) used to teach and facilitate our learning experience, skillfully done.
Seun
Jun 29, 2020
Enjoyable and valuable remote PSM1 course delivered
I really enjoyed the PSM1 course that Duncan delivered. The content, pace and overall structure was spot on. Even more relevant given the challenge of delivering remotely – Duncan used very useful remote collaboration tool that made learning fun and engaging. His post-course recommendations were indeed very useful and gave me valuable guidance to get my certification on first attempt. I would definitely recommend this course delivered by Duncan.
Michele T.
Jun 6, 2020
Thank you Duncan Maddox
An enlightening and energetic two day course studying PSM II course, facilitated remotely via Zoom at no detriment to the course delivery. Highly recommended. No time spent travelling, or budgeting for hotels. Great opportunity to facilitate liberating structure techniques such as 1-2-4 All, Appreciative interviews and Troika consulting. Connecting people and fostering creativity in an environment built on #focus #openness #courage #respect #commitment.
Helen Lobley
May 29, 2020
This class was excellent
This class was excellent. Duncan was engaging, fun and even with the fact we were trapped in the world of Zoom thanks to Covid the format worked really well. The 15 min breaks helped for recap and to stop screen blindness.
The subject matter was well discussed and the breakout rooms worked very well with Duncan dropping in and out to help you focus on the correct area.
All in All this was better run than a lot of physical courses I have attended especially ITIL which felt like having your brain burnt out over and over again.
very good, well done.
matt
Matthew Ware
May 26, 2020
Highly interactive advanced class
Plenty of opportunities to learn from both the Instructor and peers. The social distancing did not prevent the class from being highly interactive. To be appreciated that the Instructor has real experience in the topic he teaches, which is not always the case in courses from other training providers. This class is suitable and valuable for experienced Scrum Masters as it provides opportunities to look at common challenges from different angles.
Giulia Agostinucci
May 23, 2020
It was a great learning exercise…
It was a very good learning exercise via multiple activities and discussion sessions. As it was online training sessions there were a few issues using Miro at times where participants were struggling to manage with sticky notes.
Preeti Thakur
May 18, 2020
I very much enjoyed the training with…
I very much enjoyed the training with Duncan on the live virtual classroom. The subject and course material was very well presented and I have taken a lot of knowledge away to implement scrum the right way within my organisation.
If i had to suggest anything, some of the questions in the exam, I was very 2 minded about and don't feel i had the knowledge to answer confidently. A lot of questions related to real life scenarios that I don't feel i was prepared for.
Once again the course structure and full experience was very much enjoyed and I would like to progress my knowledge further in the future.
Thanks.
Mat Johnston
Apr 30, 2020
Duncan made the 2-day virtual training…
Duncan made the 2-day virtual training session extremely engaging and valuable, incorporating a variety of different exercises and teaching methods from breakout room discussions, to collaborative and independent problem-solving tasks. There was effective use of digital tools to facilitate the learning including Powerpoint, a Miro board and agile skills quizzes that were used in harmony to optimise the level of understanding and discussion. Duncan helped to prepare for the PSM assessment not only by running through the curriculum but also sharing tips and best practice methods to revise. I passed with 95% so this result speak for itself. Thank you, Duncan!
Paniz Mojahedi
Apr 16, 2020
PSM I Agileskills.com
Preparing for the PSM I exam training? This is an excellent investment to prepare for the exam and indeed Scrum life ahead. Thought provoking and leads the participant to open doors and relinquish set ideas to grow professionally.
Trainer very knowledgeable and happy to field diverse views, experiences and questions throughout the course, this is actively encouraged. All based on experience and deep understanding to give you the best of scrum. The course was expertly facilitated despite the back drop of a novel virtual setting.
The content duration was just right and the exercises well-paced and relevant to the topic. Enjoy.
Catherine Wolfenden
Apr 3, 2020
Perspicacious and eloquent presentation…
Perspicacious and eloquent presentation delivered with deft and alacrity. Very helpful.
Howard Jones
Mar 24, 2020
PSM1
Duncan Maddox provided an excellent training session for PSM 1. It was interactive, thought provoking and provided practical examples on how to adopt scrum. Particularly useful were the difficult scenarios a scrum team may expect to encounter. Although there is not always a definitive right answer/approach on handling such scenarios, this training helped to establish the thought process and points which need to be considered when addressing these. The fundamentals of scrum were described frequently which helped me to understand why scrum exists with its framework. As there was a lot to cover I would suggest spreading the content over 2.5/3 days to give more time to absorb and ask questions.
Minesh
Mar 16, 2020
A really enjoyable 2 days learning…
A really enjoyable 2 days learning Scrum and preparing for the Professional Scrum Master I exam. The classroom activities are memorable and fun and while there was a lot of content to get through, the pacing was excellent. The Instructor (Duncan) was brilliant and very knowledgeable about the subject matter. After the two days I felt ready to take the PSM1 exam and I passed a week later on the first attempt. This is a must for anyone who wants to take the PSM1 exam.
Lewis H.
Mar 9, 2020
An excellent couple of days
An excellent couple of days. Time v well spent. Left feeling clear re the concepts, framework roles etc of Scrum
Miranda Bromley
Feb 10, 2020
5 stars
5 stars
This was a great 2 day course. Well worth the time and money. You will get out what you are prepared to put in, so get involved.
Duncan explains all the information in a clear and concise manner.
Becky Carew
Jan 26, 2020
Highly valuable class led my an experienced, personable Instructor
From the beginning of my PSM journey, Duncan has been there as an extremely informative yet personable mentor. He went out of his way to help facilitate my booking, and his experienced way of teaching us scrum essentials was highly valuable in completing the PSM 1. Not only did I hear his voice in my head in the exam he also provided insights and key tips for preparation to ensure success for certification and beyond. I only have good things to report back to my colleagues and anyone else who wants to become and Scrum Master. Thank you Duncan
Saher Hussain
Jan 24, 2020
Duncan was a very patient and helpful…
Duncan was a very patient and helpful tutor, the course overall was informative and useful; passed my PSM 1 after taking it.
Abdul Rafi
Jan 21, 2020
Fun, Skilled &Trustworthy!
Duncan is a charismatic, diligent and skilled instructor. He not only made this course very fun, interactive and informative for even the experienced professionals using Scrum, but he went that extra step in following up with us to ensure that we were on track to practice and pass the certification exam! If not for him, I might've waited too long to get proactive in taking the exam while the course material was still fresh in my mind. Im grateful to of taken his course and I be will searching for his availability when I am ready to conquer my next scrum.org certification.
Consumer
Jan 12, 2020
Excellent
In summary excellent!! Duncan delivered an excellent scrum master course, PSMI. Both his course knowledge and delivery training style were outstanding. I would only go to Duncan for further PSM courses.
Richard Checkley
Jan 9, 2020
Duncan Maddox is a good presenter and teacher
Duncan Maddox is a good presenter and teacher. He kept me engaged in the learning material throughout the two-day course. Duncan used a scrum process literally within the course, one example being the way he encouraged the participants to add questions to the board at any time, to discuss toward the end of the course. Duncan gave good practical tips on how to prepare for the PSM-I exam.
Peter Browne
Jan 9, 2020
Review of PSMI Scrum Master with Scrum.org's Duncan Maddox
The course was hugely beneficial helping me achieve a first time pass. I had a couple of "Ah ha" light-bulb moments that brought all my previous Scrum training and experience together. Giving new clarity to some elements that I didn't realise I hadn't previously 100% understood.
Duncan was great, really engaging and unsurprisingly very good at bring the team together. He kept all the sessions dynamic. Allowing us to explore the concepts and context of Scrum in a engaging and enjoyable way. We were able to apply Scrum to tangible real life scenarios and absorb all the principles in a straightforward and concise manner.
Having done a large number of different courses relating to running projects, I can say that this has been the most enjoyable and effective. I would highly recommend to all.
S Slann
Jan 9, 2020
Great course - would definitely recommend.
I attended the Professional Scrum Master course taught by Duncan Maddox and thought it was great course. Duncan is extremely knowledgeable and made the 2 days very engaging and interesting. I learned far more than I thought I would and felt totally prepared for the exam. I would absolutely recommend this course and Duncan in particular to anyone looking to become a Scrum Master.
C. Gribben
Jan 8, 2020
Excellent Coach & Course - Would Recommend
The two days of training Duncan provided were both engaging and insightful. He really helped me understand the concepts and relate them to real world scenarios. A great course, delivered by a fantastic coach. I would highly recommend to anyone considering doing their Scrum Master course.
Jordan Taylor
Jan 8, 2020
Scrumtastic
Duncan is an excellent trainer, passionate about scrum and has a wealth of experience implementing scrum within a variety of organisations. His style of coaching keeps you engaged throughout the entire course and he is constantly asking you think about how the content relates to situations in real life. I genuinely believe that I have developed skills which will help me to progress in my career and I have a completely different perspective on how projects can be approached. I will be booking Duncan again when I take my scrum journey further and go for PSMll.
C're Tee
Jan 7, 2020
Duncan is a fantastic trainer!!
I attended the Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master course taught by Duncan Maddox and I learnt so much more than I thought I would, thanks to Duncan.
The training was not only informative but it also offered real world examples and solutions to implement and practice Scrum which i found hugely beneficial.
The classroom training environment was great and enabled me to learn from fellow students and share experiences.
Duncan is a fantastic trainer and I left the course feeling both knowledgable and confident in my understanding of Scrum.
Helen Clements
Jan 7, 2020
Duncan was extremely knowledgable and…
Duncan was extremely knowledgable and trained in a way that kept the whole class engaged and interested. I thoroughly enjoyed learning and as a result I passed the exam easily. I am now confident enough to start making changes in my company. I would strongly recommend this course with Duncan.
Shiona Hawkins
Jan 7, 2020
Great course with an excellent teacher
This was an incredibly fast learning journey, from basic principles to a strong understanding of the philosophy of Scrum and ways to apply it to my everyday work life in just two days. There was a lot of ground to cover, and a lot of topics and exercises, but Duncan's knowledgeable and practical teaching style kept things fresh and relevant. I came away not just with the knowledge I needed to pass the exam, but with a greater enthusiasm for using Scrum and the confidence that I could do that.
Hannah Lissaman
Dec 9, 2019
Great learning experience and knowledge…
Great learning experience and knowledge to both pass the exam and be a confident SCRUM Master in your day to day!
Pedro Silva
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Duncan's Bio
Hi, my name is Duncan Maddox and I'm a Professional Scrum Trainer.
I have 30 years (three decades!!!) experience building complex products and building teams and I've no idea where all that time has gone! Somewhere along the way I realised that I enjoyed mentoring and helping people and teaching just as much as I enjoyed solving problems and playing with technology. I like to think that I've made a lot of mistakes so that you don't have to!
My ongoing journey towards Scrum Mastery started with a two day course and I want to help you on that journey too, whether you're just starting out or thinking of taking your next steps. On my courses we talk about Scrum Theory of course but I want you to understand how Scrum works in the real world. I want you to understand that *there is* a better way of working together in a world that is growing ever more complex!
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Aug 31, 2021
PSM1 course overview with Duncan Maddox
I really enjoyed the course, much more than I thought I would. Duncan (Maddox) was a fantastic trainer, making the 2 days fun, relevant and engaging. His exam tips and techniques were fantastic, and I passed the PSM1 exam first time!
The course reviewed of the key concepts and changes in Scrum and provided ideas on how I can refocus and reset Agile and Scrum into our current Scrum Teams and ways of working. The practical examples were exactly what I was looking for - a lot of courses are good on the theory but don’t always help with application in the real world.
Duncan was one of the best trainers I’ve had - keep doing what you’re doing!!
Amanda Winder
Aug 11, 2021
Duncan Maddox's PSM I course - Excellent!
Duncan delivered a highly professional, entertaining and engaging 2-day PSM I course. Despite the course being remote, the levels of interaction, engagement and collaboration throughout were commendable that it was as close to an in-person experience as I could have hoped.
The content was entirely relevant and informative. I particularly enjoyed the way Duncan took the attendees back to the fundamentals of Scrum to ensure they were thoroughly understood, before learning how to apply these fundamentals using realistic, team and scenario based exercises.
I thoroughly enjoyed Duncan's engaging and interactive delivery style, and getting an insight into his vast knowledge and professional experience of Scrum was very interesting.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Duncan for anything Scrum!
Thanks again
Chris Brisbane
Jul 17, 2021
The instructer kept us engaged…
The instructer kept us engaged throughout the entire session. Real-life examples helped us grasp more the content of this course.
Justin M.
Jun 27, 2021
Excellent coach!
I had this course online for two consecutive days. Even though following a course online was challenging because of Covid19 situation, Duncan make it easy for us with interactive sessions and real life examples. He is a great coach, very open, supportive and very passionate. He provides the scrum learning with very simple ways and he answered each and every questions.
I highly recommend training and coach :)
Mireille El Gheche
Jun 16, 2021
Duncan was FANTASTIC - successful pass of PSMI
Duncan, thank you for your incredible help and support! The 2 day virtual training sessions were fantastic, I genuinely miss them. They were THAT engaging and that enjoyable. You're an incredible trainer with huge experience and tremendous passion for Scrum. You delivered with all of the professionalism you'd expect from Scrum.org - your virtual setup was great, seamless and consistent over the two days too.
srak
Jun 9, 2021
Duncan's course - Entertaining, Interactive, great learning experience
I really enjoyed it Duncan's course, because the interaction was great with all the working sessions and his challenging questions to keep us engaged and foster the learning experience.
I was afraid, it would be a more theoretical excercise, which it was by far not. Well done! Couldn’t have imagined a better online course!
Andreas Bartels
May 25, 2021
Highly recommend!
If you're looking into Scrum I highly recommend doing a Professional Scrum Master training, especially with Duncan! I've been reading about Scrum for a while, but the class really helped me put the various puzzle pieces together. Duncan explains the theory very well, provides challenging exercises to apply Scrum to the real world and makes you think critically about every aspect of Scrum. Duncan tailored the material and exercises to work great virtually, so the atmosphere was really nice and we were able to do exercises all together or in smaller teams.
Babette
May 14, 2021
Really enjoyable 2 days
Really enjoyable 2 days - great trainers and a good class to work along side !
Julia Bailey
May 11, 2021
Totally recommend!
Totally recommend!
Great course with engaging instructors, achieving a lasting learning experience
Miguel Cacho Soblechero
May 10, 2021
Excellent & Engaging Class
The class was very engaging, informative and left me feeling extremely motivated. Duncan was a great teacher who did not leave any question unanswered. Lots of scenario-based discussions and examples which made the class fun and interactive. I already passed the exam for which Duncan had prepared us very well.
I would highly recommend choosing Duncan's PSM class: 10/10!!!
Clara
May 9, 2021
Excellent
Excellent. Really enjoyed and it Duncan's depth of understanding and experience is readily apparent
Ben Musgrave
Apr 26, 2021
Very useful PSM I training
Great way to refresh and align your Scrum Guide knowledge and understanding of Scrum overall. We had a lot of focus on the pitfalls we may expect while passing the exam which was very useful too.
Vlad
Mar 10, 2021
Informative and practical
I followed this training last week and acquired a structured knowledge about scrum. It is informative and practical, and I would recommend those who want to know more about scrum to follow this training.
Minghai Liu
Mar 9, 2021
Great course again from Duncan
Great course again from Duncan. I have now completed and passed both PSM I and PSM II after a course with Duncan, both times the course was well constructed with great content and very engaging.
Steven Greensmith
Mar 8, 2021
Great course
Great course, great pace, great instructor. Couldn't ask for more.
Jacopo Lanzoni
Feb 4, 2021
Really enjoyed the course!!!
Really enjoyed the course!!!
Very good content, challenging and interesting exercises!
Thank you, Duncan!
Claudia-Maria Florescu
Jan 19, 2021
Duncan is an adept trainer
Duncan is an adept trainer
able to bring Scrum to life and apply it to the real world
lots of insights even for a seasoned professional
Highly recommended
AMAm
Dec 31, 2020
Very interactive class and informative.
Very interactive class and informative.
Ronaldo V.
Dec 21, 2020
SCRUM Master : A fast paced and interactive course…
A fast paced and interactive course that launches into the fundamentals from minute 1. This may have been as much to the do with the trainer (Duncan Maddox) as anything else but it entirely reflected the SCRUM purpose of delivering value.
All comms, links and guidance provided by QA worked well. Any constraints regarding online hosting (due to Covid) were overcome and excellent tips and coaching were provided to pass the exam.
Andy Burston
Dec 14, 2020
Enjoyable training
An enjoyable 2 day lockdown session with Duncan. He knows the scrum framework quite well, both from theory and experience.
Aldo Yoplac
Nov 30, 2020
I took part in on-line PSMII training…
I took part in on-line PSMII training due to the COVID-19 situation and it was really great experience.
Duncan prepared everything in a great way. Few days before the training we had a 15 mins technical check - zoom, cameras, audio and short intro of the upcoming training. The training was 2 full days. It was hard to stay so long in a meeting but we had enough brakes and it was very interactive so catching our attention all the time.
The training was done in such a good way so I could see things from a different angle and which helped me to understand many things - what I was doing wrong, how it can be improved, etc.
Overall I'm very satisfied.
Duncan gave us an extra hour and prepared us for the PSMII assessment. All the information and the instructions he gave us was very very helpful and made the assessment not that scary and the most important - I passed it from the first try (which is really hard).
Thank you Duncan for all your help!
Lilia Gyurova
Nov 25, 2020
This was brilliantly facilitated
This was brilliantly facilitated, its has broadened my knowledge of Scrum and helped me identify how I can evolve as a Scrum Master. I particularly appreciated the great environment Duncan created to maximise our learning opportunity. Many thanks, Daniel
Daniel Huyton
Nov 20, 2020
Amazing course with Duncan
Absolutely amazing course led by Duncan. It's well structured, well organized, and many practical topics coming from the real world. What I benefit the most is working with a group of experienced SMs through these two days, all are open, honest and active, and I learned so much from their sharing. I would recommend this training course, not only for a better exam preparation but also for many valuable exchanges with Duncan and other SMs.
Shimeng
Nov 20, 2020
Great session, thank you
Great session. Duncan facilitated very well and we collaborated together as a group in a very engaged manner. The two-day session was very intense, informative, and enlightening. I had read the Scrum Guide a couple times beforehand and had dabbled in Scrum a bit, but the session connected a lot of dots and solidified my understanding of Scrum. Duncan is a highly recommended facilitator and I'm looking forward to my Agile/ Scrum journey and meeting up with Duncan down the road for the PSM2 course!
Martin
Nov 20, 2020
Extremely engaging & fun
I would highly recommend scrum.org, particularly PST Duncan Maddox, for anyone that wants to learn more about scrum. Duncan thoroughly demonstrated his unparalleled knowledge of scrum and used intuitive techniques to embed knowledge through the two day PSM1 course.
Christian Kirk
Nov 16, 2020
Understand the Scrum Framework
Duncan has a lot experience and he does a great job in explaining the scrum framework to his students. We had a private class for our working team and we can see now, how much we can improve in our daily life. I can highly recommend him and his expertise. Thank you!
Max
Nov 15, 2020
Great Live Virtual Class
It was a great live virtual class, facilitated by Duncan. In this way, I was able to take part in all the exercises from Norway. I feel like I've learned a lot and also got inspired while having a lot of fun.
Mate
Nov 10, 2020
Professional Scrum Master class with Duncan Maddox
Great 2-day fully virtual Professional Scrum Master class with Duncan Maddox. Amazing interactive exercises with many breaks during the day. I never felt tired during the day, even though we were on a Zoom call for 8 hours every day, and always felt quite energised. Duncan is extremely knowledgeable, engaged all of the participants and re-iterated the key elements of Scrum and what is takes to become a Professional Scrum Master. Really enjoyed it and definitely recommend it!
Christoforos Nikitas
Oct 29, 2020
Agile method of delivering an agile course!
It was my first time experiencing an agile style of course delivery. Very good engagement and interaction. I love the team exercises too.
Lydia Balogun-Wilson
Oct 22, 2020
Sincere delivery and sharing of…
Sincere delivery and sharing of knowledge & expertise.
Mo El-Kasar
Oct 22, 2020
Great course on Scrum
I felt it was a slow start on day 1 but then we speeded up and I thoroughly enjoyed the class. Duncan really succeeded in engaging us on the learning path. Lots of interaction in the breakout groups. Could have swapped the members of the teams each day. Would have liked to see more testing of our knowledge on Scrum to be more confident to pass the exam, e.g. a 10-question assessment after each topic has been completed. Overall, a great course, and what a great summary email on the courseware and assessment tips at the end! Thank you!
Beáta Horváth
Oct 22, 2020
A really excellent course with a good…
A really excellent course with a good mix of theory and interactive sessions. I’d highly recommend it!
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Oct 1, 2020
I had the pleasure of attending a…
I had the pleasure of attending a PSM-II virtual class by Duncan Maddox.
We were lucky and were only four people which increases the interaction among us. I was the only one non-english native speaker but was able to follow completely the course and pass the certification.
It's a hard certification, Duncan will remind it to you everytime he can. I would have subestimate it.
Duncan also provides material for the pre- and post class as a preparation to take the certification and expand your scrum knowledge.
Scrum on,
Fernando Esparza
Sep 28, 2020
I can not recommend Duncan as a Scrum teacher enough!
I did the PSMI class with Duncan face to face and then this one Virtually. It made little to no difference. Duncan structured the session really well, got the class engaging really well together, and used technology to really facilitate a great session. He taught very clearly and in an engaging and interactive manner, there was plenty of space to explore each other's personal work scenarios and learn from each other as well as seek guidance from Duncan himself. The exam support materials that Duncan proved after the class were also invaluable, intuitive, and prepared me perfectly for what to expect in the exam. I can not recommend Duncan as a Scrum teacher enough!
Shiona Hawkins
Sep 25, 2020
Really brilliant course
Really brilliant course - I content was thorough, the course Provider very engaging and I was lucky to end up part of an enthusiastic learning team. I felt very well prepared for the examination; with the provision of preparatory materials straight after the end of the training - reflected in the fact that I passed first time round. Duncan was a fantastic teacher and I would recommend this course highly to anyone interested in the PSM.
Tabitha Sleap
Sep 14, 2020
Top experience
I enjoyed this class – Duncan succeeded in making it instructive and entertaining. Joining the Live Virtual Event from Germany worked like a charm, and Duncan adapted content and structure to the needs of the class and the students on the go. Thanks to this excellent preparation, I aced the exam.
Simon Verleger
Aug 28, 2020
Productive and enjoyable
Duncan was absolutely a great Trainer. It was 2 days online session and he made it highly interactive and fun. He is extremely well prepared, reliable and knowledgeable. I have finished the class with strong knowledge of Agile Principles and scrum values.
Nupur Patwari
Aug 27, 2020
Recommended course for PSM
Recommended course for PSM - nicely covered scenarios, very interactive.
Vishal Pathak
Aug 4, 2020
Great class
Great class, would defs recommend to those wanting a scrum certficiation
Jen
Jul 24, 2020
Review for Duncan Maddox, PSM II Virtual Class
I can only say all great things about the facilitator and the class despite and ESP it being virtual. Great and productive discussions. All questions have been answered, facilitator was able to draw out active engagement from all of us while also leading and controlling time boxes. I wish him all the best and more successful classes in the future.
Noni Angeles
Jul 18, 2020
One of the best courses I've attended…
One of the best courses I've attended to date. Great involvement by all, and a pleasure to be part of. Duncan was a top class training who guided us down the right path and allowed everyone to express their views.
Andy Dawson
Jul 7, 2020
Duncan was fantastic teacher
Duncan was fantastic teacher! He taught in such a way that you'll have in depth understanding and develop a love for Scrum if you didn't. It was for 2 days. We had loads of breakout sessions, with coffee breaks and 1 hr lunch. He was very patient in answering our questions, made sure we all got engaged in the breakout session and asked us thought provoking questions with real life cases. At the end of the 2 days training, I was almost reluctant to say good bye to my colleagues especially coral who i had come to laugh, question and answer together. I thoroughly enjoyed the classes because of how Duncan had ordered the sessions and his teaching skills and ability. I've passed my PSM I assessment just 2 days after my training because Duncan taught in such a way I can't forget- I'm going to use the Scrum theory even in my personal life. DUNCAN MADDOX- a huge well done to you. Looking forward to more classes with you. I really can't sing your praises enough. THANK YOU!
Esther Ololade Awolaja
Jun 29, 2020
Review of PSM II class on 21-22 May 2020
In anticipation of what my first virtual (online) class would be, I was pleasantly surprised at the level of organisation of course content and exercises outlined on the Miro board that Duncan Maddox(Trainer) used to teach and facilitate our learning experience, skillfully done.
Seun
Jun 29, 2020
Enjoyable and valuable remote PSM1 course delivered
I really enjoyed the PSM1 course that Duncan delivered. The content, pace and overall structure was spot on. Even more relevant given the challenge of delivering remotely – Duncan used very useful remote collaboration tool that made learning fun and engaging. His post-course recommendations were indeed very useful and gave me valuable guidance to get my certification on first attempt. I would definitely recommend this course delivered by Duncan.
Michele T.
Jun 6, 2020
Thank you Duncan Maddox
An enlightening and energetic two day course studying PSM II course, facilitated remotely via Zoom at no detriment to the course delivery. Highly recommended. No time spent travelling, or budgeting for hotels. Great opportunity to facilitate liberating structure techniques such as 1-2-4 All, Appreciative interviews and Troika consulting. Connecting people and fostering creativity in an environment built on #focus #openness #courage #respect #commitment.
Helen Lobley
May 29, 2020
This class was excellent
This class was excellent. Duncan was engaging, fun and even with the fact we were trapped in the world of Zoom thanks to Covid the format worked really well. The 15 min breaks helped for recap and to stop screen blindness.
The subject matter was well discussed and the breakout rooms worked very well with Duncan dropping in and out to help you focus on the correct area.
All in All this was better run than a lot of physical courses I have attended especially ITIL which felt like having your brain burnt out over and over again.
very good, well done.
matt
Matthew Ware
May 26, 2020
Highly interactive advanced class
Plenty of opportunities to learn from both the Instructor and peers. The social distancing did not prevent the class from being highly interactive. To be appreciated that the Instructor has real experience in the topic he teaches, which is not always the case in courses from other training providers. This class is suitable and valuable for experienced Scrum Masters as it provides opportunities to look at common challenges from different angles.
Giulia Agostinucci
May 23, 2020
It was a great learning exercise…
It was a very good learning exercise via multiple activities and discussion sessions. As it was online training sessions there were a few issues using Miro at times where participants were struggling to manage with sticky notes.
Preeti Thakur
May 18, 2020
I very much enjoyed the training with…
I very much enjoyed the training with Duncan on the live virtual classroom. The subject and course material was very well presented and I have taken a lot of knowledge away to implement scrum the right way within my organisation.
If i had to suggest anything, some of the questions in the exam, I was very 2 minded about and don't feel i had the knowledge to answer confidently. A lot of questions related to real life scenarios that I don't feel i was prepared for.
Once again the course structure and full experience was very much enjoyed and I would like to progress my knowledge further in the future.
Thanks.
Mat Johnston
Apr 30, 2020
Duncan made the 2-day virtual training…
Duncan made the 2-day virtual training session extremely engaging and valuable, incorporating a variety of different exercises and teaching methods from breakout room discussions, to collaborative and independent problem-solving tasks. There was effective use of digital tools to facilitate the learning including Powerpoint, a Miro board and agile skills quizzes that were used in harmony to optimise the level of understanding and discussion. Duncan helped to prepare for the PSM assessment not only by running through the curriculum but also sharing tips and best practice methods to revise. I passed with 95% so this result speak for itself. Thank you, Duncan!
Paniz Mojahedi
Apr 16, 2020
PSM I Agileskills.com
Preparing for the PSM I exam training? This is an excellent investment to prepare for the exam and indeed Scrum life ahead. Thought provoking and leads the participant to open doors and relinquish set ideas to grow professionally.
Trainer very knowledgeable and happy to field diverse views, experiences and questions throughout the course, this is actively encouraged. All based on experience and deep understanding to give you the best of scrum. The course was expertly facilitated despite the back drop of a novel virtual setting.
The content duration was just right and the exercises well-paced and relevant to the topic. Enjoy.
Catherine Wolfenden
Apr 3, 2020
Perspicacious and eloquent presentation…
Perspicacious and eloquent presentation delivered with deft and alacrity. Very helpful.
Howard Jones
Mar 24, 2020
PSM1
Duncan Maddox provided an excellent training session for PSM 1. It was interactive, thought provoking and provided practical examples on how to adopt scrum. Particularly useful were the difficult scenarios a scrum team may expect to encounter. Although there is not always a definitive right answer/approach on handling such scenarios, this training helped to establish the thought process and points which need to be considered when addressing these. The fundamentals of scrum were described frequently which helped me to understand why scrum exists with its framework. As there was a lot to cover I would suggest spreading the content over 2.5/3 days to give more time to absorb and ask questions.
Minesh
Mar 16, 2020
A really enjoyable 2 days learning…
A really enjoyable 2 days learning Scrum and preparing for the Professional Scrum Master I exam. The classroom activities are memorable and fun and while there was a lot of content to get through, the pacing was excellent. The Instructor (Duncan) was brilliant and very knowledgeable about the subject matter. After the two days I felt ready to take the PSM1 exam and I passed a week later on the first attempt. This is a must for anyone who wants to take the PSM1 exam.
Lewis H.
Mar 9, 2020
An excellent couple of days
An excellent couple of days. Time v well spent. Left feeling clear re the concepts, framework roles etc of Scrum
Miranda Bromley
Feb 10, 2020
5 stars
5 stars
This was a great 2 day course. Well worth the time and money. You will get out what you are prepared to put in, so get involved.
Duncan explains all the information in a clear and concise manner.
Becky Carew
Jan 26, 2020
Highly valuable class led my an experienced, personable Instructor
From the beginning of my PSM journey, Duncan has been there as an extremely informative yet personable mentor. He went out of his way to help facilitate my booking, and his experienced way of teaching us scrum essentials was highly valuable in completing the PSM 1. Not only did I hear his voice in my head in the exam he also provided insights and key tips for preparation to ensure success for certification and beyond. I only have good things to report back to my colleagues and anyone else who wants to become and Scrum Master. Thank you Duncan
Saher Hussain
Jan 24, 2020
Duncan was a very patient and helpful…
Duncan was a very patient and helpful tutor, the course overall was informative and useful; passed my PSM 1 after taking it.
Abdul Rafi
Jan 21, 2020
Fun, Skilled &Trustworthy!
Duncan is a charismatic, diligent and skilled instructor. He not only made this course very fun, interactive and informative for even the experienced professionals using Scrum, but he went that extra step in following up with us to ensure that we were on track to practice and pass the certification exam! If not for him, I might've waited too long to get proactive in taking the exam while the course material was still fresh in my mind. Im grateful to of taken his course and I be will searching for his availability when I am ready to conquer my next scrum.org certification.
Consumer
Jan 12, 2020
Excellent
In summary excellent!! Duncan delivered an excellent scrum master course, PSMI. Both his course knowledge and delivery training style were outstanding. I would only go to Duncan for further PSM courses.
Richard Checkley
Jan 9, 2020
Duncan Maddox is a good presenter and teacher
Duncan Maddox is a good presenter and teacher. He kept me engaged in the learning material throughout the two-day course. Duncan used a scrum process literally within the course, one example being the way he encouraged the participants to add questions to the board at any time, to discuss toward the end of the course. Duncan gave good practical tips on how to prepare for the PSM-I exam.
Peter Browne
Jan 9, 2020
Review of PSMI Scrum Master with Scrum.org's Duncan Maddox
The course was hugely beneficial helping me achieve a first time pass. I had a couple of "Ah ha" light-bulb moments that brought all my previous Scrum training and experience together. Giving new clarity to some elements that I didn't realise I hadn't previously 100% understood.
Duncan was great, really engaging and unsurprisingly very good at bring the team together. He kept all the sessions dynamic. Allowing us to explore the concepts and context of Scrum in a engaging and enjoyable way. We were able to apply Scrum to tangible real life scenarios and absorb all the principles in a straightforward and concise manner.
Having done a large number of different courses relating to running projects, I can say that this has been the most enjoyable and effective. I would highly recommend to all.
S Slann
Jan 9, 2020
Great course - would definitely recommend.
I attended the Professional Scrum Master course taught by Duncan Maddox and thought it was great course. Duncan is extremely knowledgeable and made the 2 days very engaging and interesting. I learned far more than I thought I would and felt totally prepared for the exam. I would absolutely recommend this course and Duncan in particular to anyone looking to become a Scrum Master.
C. Gribben
Jan 8, 2020
Excellent Coach & Course - Would Recommend
The two days of training Duncan provided were both engaging and insightful. He really helped me understand the concepts and relate them to real world scenarios. A great course, delivered by a fantastic coach. I would highly recommend to anyone considering doing their Scrum Master course.
Jordan Taylor
Jan 8, 2020
Scrumtastic
Duncan is an excellent trainer, passionate about scrum and has a wealth of experience implementing scrum within a variety of organisations. His style of coaching keeps you engaged throughout the entire course and he is constantly asking you think about how the content relates to situations in real life. I genuinely believe that I have developed skills which will help me to progress in my career and I have a completely different perspective on how projects can be approached. I will be booking Duncan again when I take my scrum journey further and go for PSMll.
C're Tee
Jan 7, 2020
Duncan is a fantastic trainer!!
I attended the Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master course taught by Duncan Maddox and I learnt so much more than I thought I would, thanks to Duncan.
The training was not only informative but it also offered real world examples and solutions to implement and practice Scrum which i found hugely beneficial.
The classroom training environment was great and enabled me to learn from fellow students and share experiences.
Duncan is a fantastic trainer and I left the course feeling both knowledgable and confident in my understanding of Scrum.
Helen Clements
Jan 7, 2020
Duncan was extremely knowledgable and…
Duncan was extremely knowledgable and trained in a way that kept the whole class engaged and interested. I thoroughly enjoyed learning and as a result I passed the exam easily. I am now confident enough to start making changes in my company. I would strongly recommend this course with Duncan.
Shiona Hawkins
Jan 7, 2020
Great course with an excellent teacher
This was an incredibly fast learning journey, from basic principles to a strong understanding of the philosophy of Scrum and ways to apply it to my everyday work life in just two days. There was a lot of ground to cover, and a lot of topics and exercises, but Duncan's knowledgeable and practical teaching style kept things fresh and relevant. I came away not just with the knowledge I needed to pass the exam, but with a greater enthusiasm for using Scrum and the confidence that I could do that.
Hannah Lissaman
Dec 9, 2019
Great learning experience and knowledge…
Great learning experience and knowledge to both pass the exam and be a confident SCRUM Master in your day to day!
Pedro Silva
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