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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
Duncan has 25 years experience delivering complex IT solutions, building teams, developing strategy, coaching, mentoring, training and working with clients at all levels.
With experience as an Agile Coach, Scrum Master, Product Owner and Development Team member Duncan brings a wealth of experience to his distinguished technical mastery of Scrum.
As a Professional Scrum Trainer, Duncan is engaging and enthusiastic with a knack for explaining complex and complicated concepts. Above all Duncan wants his students to share his passion for Scrum and gain insight into how they can use the Scrum Framework in the real world to really get stuff done!
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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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One the questions I get asked during almost every Scrum Master training course is "How do I get the team to engage in the Sprint Retrospectives?".
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A few years ago I went to a training course given by Ralph Kimball, the “inventor” of the Data Warehouse. It was a great experience but one of the main learnings for me was something he said that applied to all teams not just Data Warehouse teams.
Jul 5, 2019
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