In this Scrum Tapas video, she talks about experimentation in lean product development, what to avoid when it comes to experimenting and what makes a good experiment. (5:51 Minutes)

In this Scrum Tapas Video, PST Joanna Plaskonka talks about the significance of adopting a lean approach to product development, emphasizing the pursuit of truth throughout the process. She underscores that the journey is not binary—either delivering a product or not—but involves multiple steps to d...

In this video, PST Joanna Plaskonka explains the agile principle of simplicity. She revisits its meaning and how she relates it to work, and also what it teaches us when it comes to investing your effort to deliver greater value. (3:00 Minutes)

Los 7 hábitos de la gente altamente efectiva, bestseller de Stephen Covey, contiene lecciones clave que pueden ayudar a mejorar el impacto organizativo de los Product Owners. Aquí te explico como. 👇

How do you quickly describe the benefits of Agile product development in general? How do you explain agile thinking or agile practices in a simple and concise way? PST's Greg Crown, Robb Pieper, and Jason Malmstadt share some guidance in this video.

Some ideas stand the test of time, such as the value of cross-functional teams in new product development.

We all want to help. Unfortunately, acting on the desire to help is usually where many Scrum Masters, Coaches, and Managers can make a mistake. In this article, we explore 3 ways this desire to "help" goes wrong and offer tips on how to shift to an approach that is actually going to be more helpful ...

In this fascinating talk from the Hands On Agile Meetup, Maarten Dalmijn 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.

In this video, Martin explores the necessity of moving beyond the traditional confines of Agile's routine practices. 🚀 Focused on delivering value and outcomes rather than just following processes, he discusses how teams can revitalise their daily scrums and retrospectives for better efficiency and ...

In Scrum, Sprint Goals play a crucial role in guiding the team's efforts and providing a clear direction for the Sprint. A Sprint Goal is a concise statement that defines the objective of the Sprint and aligns the team towards a common purpose. In this article, we will explore the importance of Spri...

スクラムにおいて、スプリントゴールはチームの努力を導き、スプリントの明確な方向性を示す重要な役割を果たします。スプリントゴールとは、スプリントの目的を定義し、共通の目的に向かってチームを調整する簡潔なステートメントです。この記事では、スクラムにおけるスプリントゴールの重要性を探り、良いスプリントゴールを作成するためのヒントを提供し、3つのケーススタディのスクラムチームのスプリントゴールのサンプルを紹介します。

In diesem Artikel teilt PST Simon Flossmann 8 Fragen mit dir, die deine Fähigkeiten als Facilitator enthüllen.

Guillem Hernandez Sola empieza explorando las tendencias en agilidad para el 2024 des del punto de vista de la indústria y de como los profesiones se deben adaptar al año nuevo

So much has been written about a Scrum Master needing to have facilitation skills. But what about a Product Owner? In this article, I’d like to make the case that a Product Owner having facilitation skills is as important as a Scrum Master having them.

Product Owners have a unique place on a Scrum Team but if their value is misunderstood you may not see the benefits. How do you advocate the value of a Product Owner to an organization that’s really new at using Scrum to increase business agility? In this video PST's, Robert Pieper, Greg Crown, and ...

In this video, Martin from NKDAgility unpacks the often misunderstood realm of Agile burndown charts. 📉🤔 He dives deep into why these popular tools might not be as effective as many believe, especially in a truly Agile environment. Join Martin as he explores the nuances and challenges of using burnd...

A self-managing team is a fundamental part of effectivity. How can your Increment support this? Check it out!

In this episode of the Scrum.org Community Podcast, host Dave West is joined by the authors of the new book, Facilitating Professional Scrum Teams - Glaudia Califano, Patricia Kong and David Spinks. (37:38 Minutes)

As we step into the year 2024, I extend my warmest wishes to all for a prosperous and fulfilling year ahead. It's a moment of new beginnings, and traditionally, a time for setting New Year's resolutions. Let's delve into how this concept resonates with Scrum Teams, examining its effectiveness and su...

In most situations, blocked items are included in the work-in-progress limit, and only in edge case situations would you have a situation where you would exclude blocked items from work-in-progress (eg, we made all the phone calls, we shook all the trees, we’re thinking of canceling one work item an...

In this video, Martin 🎤 discusses the often-misunderstood concept of story points in Agile frameworks. He explores their origins, the challenges they pose, and suggests more effective alternatives. 🚀 Join us as we dive into this intriguing topic. 🤿

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.

An important thing to understand when getting started with EBM is that there is such a thing as going too fast and too soon. EBM can create a lighting bolt of transparency, which in turn, could cause irrational responses. We humans can be emotionally triggered when we find a situation is much differ...

In questo articolo, Stefano Milanesi e Fabio Panzavolta, attraverso la loro esperienza da Scrum Master, offrono spunti di riflessione su come colmare il divario tra comprensione teorica e pratica di Scrum e qualche esperimento da provare al lavoro!

The Scrum.org Professional Scrum Facilitation Skills (PSF Skills) assessment is a 30-minute timeboxed assessment. You need to score over 85% to pass and gain the PSF Skills certification. The assessment contains 20 questions in English of multiple choice type.

Habits are easy to continue, but hard to change. How does Scrum help us form habits that are unnatural to us? Check out this blog to learn more.

In this video, Martin explores a contentious topic in the agile community – the real impact and value of agile certifications. 🎓🤔 He delves into how these certifications affect professional development and learning, providing a nuanced view that balances criticism with understanding.

There are good and great Scrum Masters. Sometimes the distance from good to great is the hardest part of the journey. If you want your Scrum Master to be 5 times more effective, show them this.

Comment de simples drones viennent bouleverser des technologies militaires à plusieurs milliards d'euros ? Explorez avec moi le pouvoir transformateur de l'agilité dans l'industrie de défense, et découvrez 6 pistes concrètes pour votre propre organisation.

Do you want an accurate and pure definition of Scrum? Then, watch this video to get a precise and concise definition of it.

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. By understanding the rationale behind these practices and exploring their drawbacks, teams can foster a...

In Scrum, Sprint Goals stand as pivotal guiding stars, directing teams toward success. A Sprint Goal encapsulates the essence of a Sprint – a short, time-bound period during which a team commits to achieving a specific objective. This blog explores the significance of Sprint Goals, shedding light on...

Mastering the art of breaking down large Product Backlog items (PBIs) into smaller, manageable units is a crucial competency for every Product Owner. In this article, we delve into several effective strategies for slicing PBIs, complete with illustrative examples to guide you through the process.

Los Scrum Master pueden mejorar su impacto en las personas, equipos y organizaciones usando los 7 hábitos de la gente altamente efectiva, célebre libro de Stephen Covey. En este artículo explico como los he usado para ayudar a Scrum Masters.

My journey and insights going from Project Management Professional (PMP)® to Professional Scrum Master™.

While there are only 3 accountabilities in the Scrum Team, the entire team is accountable for creating a valuable, useful Increment every Sprint. Mastering this one accountability is key to success

Focus on improving your Scrum game in 2024 with one of these five resolutions to enhance collaboration within your team and deliver value sooner to your customers.

In diesem Artikel stellt PST Simon Flossmann 3 Gruppenphänomene vor, die den Erfolg von Agilen Führungskraft torpedieren.

A self-managing team is a fundamental part of being effective. How can your Sprint Backlog support this? Check it out!

In this Professional Scrum Trainer Spotlight episode, PST Ryan Ripley from Agile for Humans steps in as guest host with Guest PST Laurens Bonnema based in the Netherlands (16:13 Minutes)

In this video, Martin discusses the essence of Scrum, focusing on empiricism and complexity. 🚀 He sheds light on why understanding these principles is vital for successful project management and team empowerment. 🌟 He also addresses the need for teams to choose their own methodologies and the import...

The Sprint Goal is essential for maintaining focus, collaboration, alignment, motivation, adaptability, transparency, and progress measurement, ultimately leading to more successful Sprint outcomes.

🎬 In this video, Martin delves into the paradox of Scrum: easily grasped in theory but challenging in practice. 🤔 He explores the nuances of mastering Scrum, drawing on sports analogies and discussing the impact of organizational culture on its implementation. 🚀 Discover insights into making Scrum w...

In this video, Martin discusses the ever-evolving landscape of Agile, from its inception to the present day. 🌐💡 He delves into the challenges of implementing Agile, the misconceptions surrounding it, and the direction it's heading towards. Join us as we explore this dynamic, ever-changing methodolog...

In diesem Artikel erkläre PST Simon Flossmann 3 Fehler, die in Gesprächen über Veränderungen passieren udn gibt dir Kniffe an die Hand, dieser in Zukunft zu vermeiden.

A short introduction about how you can make working with value more practical as a Product Owner.

The objective of a Scrum Team is to deliver value to customers and stakeholders. Product Value actively drives customer satisfaction, loyalty, brand reputation, and the longevity of a business by providing customers with benefits that satisfy their needs.

How does a Scrum Team know when they've delivered enough product value? This information is especially important in managing the life cycle of a product.

How does a Scrum Team know when there's more product value to pursue? This piece answers how as well as some techniques.

Product Value is the benefit that a product provides to a customer to increase their satisfaction and needs. It can also be considered as the benefit that the organization gains from the product represented in terms of money, or benefit to society. When a team and organization deliver value, they ar...