Discover the learning objectives in the PSM course and explore some supporting learning resources.

In diesem Artikel decke ich Warnsignale für Scrum Master und Agile Coaches auf, dass deren Reise zu Ende gehen könnte, da Team und Organisation sich abwenden.

In this PST Spotlight episode, Steve Porter joins guest host and fellow PST Ryan Ripley for a deep dive into his Scrum journey. (21:20 Minutes)

In this video, Martin 🗣️ explores the pitfalls of emphasising story points and velocity in Agile teams. He highlights how these metrics can detract from delivering real value and proposes alternative metrics for team success. 🎯

スクラムの目的を要約すると、「各スプリントで “完成”のインクリメントを作成する」ということになります。それを実行しようとする場合、まず必要なのは「完成（Done）」を定義することです。「完成の定義（Definition of Done・DoD）」が寛容すぎると、後で高いコストをかけて対処しなければならないリスクが蓄積することになります。しかし、ウオーターフォールモデルしか知らない組織がアジャイル開発を始めようとした時に、スキル、ツール、テスト自動化、コラボレーションなどの面で制約が沢山あるため、とりあえず現実的なDoDを考える必要があります。 この記事では、私の仲間のプロフェッショナルスク...

IntroductionThe primary purpose of Continuous Delivery is to enable organizations to deliver any type of changes such as new features, configuration changes, bug fixes and experiments into production or in the hands of the users in a safe, rapid and sustainable way through the automation and streaml...

How small is too small for a Scrum team? In this video, Professional Scrum Trainers Robb Pieper, Greg Crown, and Jason Malmstadt go over how small is too small and how you can be effective with a small Scrum Team.

This article covers a few ways in which discovery and delivery of work on a Kanban Board can be managed.

Not all stakeholders are the same. To be a great Product Owner, you must understand their needs and segment them accordingly. Tune in to this episode as Jeff and Mike share strategies in ways Product Owners can manage and build relationships with their stakeholders, delivering more value with less f...

While only DoD is part of Scrum, some teams may choose to use DoR to help with Product Backlog transparency. The DoD provides a commitment for what the team must do to have a Done Increment.

Explore how Scrum transforms traditional project management functions into collaborative team efforts.

A common question from new Scrum teams is how to handle the large requirements documents they already have from their waterfall projects after they switch to using Scrum? Can you be agile with such a prescriptive end state described by the specification? In this video, Professional Scrum Trainers Ro...

In this article, I uncover indicators that a Scrum Master’s or Agile Coach’s journey is coming to a close.

In this video, Martin Hinshelwood dives into the often misunderstood realm of say-do metrics in agile environments. 🌐📏 He exposes how these metrics, although intended to track progress and performance, can sometimes lead to a false sense of accuracy and reliability. Martin's insight sheds light on t...

In diesem Artikel erklärt PST Simon Flossmann die verborgene Psychologie hinter Planning Poker.

El siguiente post muestro algunos aspectos que pueden ser considerados para llegar a ser un Scrum Master efectivo.

Guillem Hernandez Sola ha hecho un pequeño recopilatorio de los errores más esperables que ha encontrado en las organizaciones que ha ayudado.

In this video, Martin delves into the intricate world of Agile, specifically focusing on the concept of special sprints like Sprint zeros, refactoring sprints, and bugfix sprints. 🔄 He challenges the notion that these sprints enhance Agile practices, calling them 'Agile banditry'. Join us as we expl...

An unusual article featured in the latest edition of the Harvard Business Review titled "Case Study: Should I Pitch a New Project-Management System?" raised several concerns and demonstrated misconceptions about Scrum. The piece created a false dilemma between "Scrum" and a hypothetical "Flow" proce...

Teams think they're fine? Professional Scrum Trainers Robert Pieper and Jason Malmstadt reveal powerful strategies to help teams see room for improvement, embrace continuous learning, and unlock their full potential. Learn how to challenge the status quo, call out the organization's role in promotin...

この記事では、PSTであるロビン・シュアマン氏が、製品ロードマップについて考えるとき、単なる製品フィーチャーのリストを超えるものを作ることの重要性を説明しています。また、アジャイルチームとプロダクトオーナーのために、すぐに実行可能なテクニックとヒントも共有しています。機能開発よりも問題解決と価値創造に焦点を当てたより良い製品ロードマップは、よく見られるアンチパターンの解毒剤です。ぜひご一読ください！

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

Drawing from his extensive experience, in this webinar, PST Louis-Philippe Carignan not only sheds light on the nuanced relationship between Kanban and Scrum but also provides practical insights on their harmonious integration.

In this episode of the Scrum.org Community Podcast, Dave West chats with Yuval Yeret, a Professional Scrum Trainer at Scrum.org. The discussion covers Yuval's background in DevOps and product development, emphasizing his passion for agile and empiricism that has developed over the years. (23:09 Minu...

Feeling backlogged? Professional Scrum Trainers Robb Pieper, Greg Crown, and Jason Malmstadt share their secrets to backlog prioritization! Conquer assumptions, focus on the purpose, unleash goals, and calm the backlog prioritization storm.

It’s more than just ordering the work for a team. A great Product Owner must have hard skills to make them more effective at working with stakeholders and managing a Product Backlog.

A autogestão é um conceito fundamental no universo dos Métodos Ágeis e uma das pedras fundamentais do Scrum. O princípio destacado no Manifesto Ágil ressalta que as melhores arquiteturas, requisitos e designs emergem de equipas auto-organizadas. Este artigo aborda o conceito de autogestão, explorand...

This article explores the different classes of service in Kanban and the Kanban Guide view on whether you should use different classes of service.

In this video, Martin discusses the crucial balance between pragmatism and pedantry in Agile practices. 🔄 He delves into the importance of adaptability over rigid rule-following, sharing compelling stories from his own experiences. 📜🤔 The video underscores the need for understanding and applying Agi...

Servant leadership is about collaboration, trust, empathy, and the ethical use of influence. At the heart of it is the desire to serve people first, with leadership emerging as a by-product of service

In diesem Artikel beschreibt PST Simon Flossmann, was eine vergiftete Teamkultur ausmacht und wie du ein Gegenmittel findest.

Este artigo aborda aspectos cruciais relacionados ao papel do Agilista, destacando a transição do Agilista 2.0 para o Agilista 4.0 e os impactos nas empresas, promovendo eficiência, inovação e conectividade estratégica: 1. Times Digitais de Alta Performance; 2. Agilista Mecânico vs. Agilista Pro...

Ever feel like Devs and POs live on different planets? You're not alone! In this video, Professional Scrum Trainers Robert Pieper, Greg Crown and Jason Malmstadt dive into the typical reasons for their reality gap and offer strategies to create alignment. Learn how to communicate effectively, use da...

In this episode of the Women in Agile Podcast Renae Craven and Vinnie Gill explore their common love of Pilates and the alignment between Agile and Pilates. (48 Minutes)

Leaders often refrain from delegating due to perceived risks, such as the fear of negative consequences for customers or the company. There is a more nuanced and risk-aware approach using the "Delegation Tree." Effective delegation is a skill that requires continuous refinement and collaboration wit...

This Scrum Tapas series featuring several Professional Scrum Trainers explores the important practice of Product Backlog Refinement in depth, in relation to Product Backlog management and other agile practices.

In this episode of the take5IRL Podcast, learn what good coaches do and more importantly, what they don't do.

During this article, we’ll look at some basics about the Definition of Done (DoD). We’ll explore misunderstandings such as the application of the DoD, ways to use a fully achievable DoD and avoid creating a waterfall approach, when to inspect and adapt the DoD, and an example starting point for you...

What are the most common obstacles teams face when they first start using Scrum? Are they always just team problems? Are the organizational structure problems? Is it the way companies manage projects? In this video, Professional Scrum Trainers Jason Malmstadt, Robb Pieper, and Greg Crown discuss com...

A real story of becoming a PST. Watch this video to get a good understanding of the process. It cost me 8 failures and 4 years of effort. It can trigger you to start the process and take action.

Delivering Value is what really matters, right? Find out crucial difference between how project management and the Scrum framework see this.

They are deeply committed to delivering value to customers and stakeholders while fostering an adaptive, responsive organisational culture. They know that Scrum practices and values are key to that.

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 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 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.

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 ...

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

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.