…the intricate dance between professional coaching and Agile coaching and unlock the secrets to empowering Agile transformations. Overview Join us on a captivating journey with Brian Milner and Cherie Silas, the visionary founder of Tandem Coaching, as they delve deep into the nuances that distinguish professional coaching from Agile coaching…

…question of whether a Scrum team can ever get so good that they no longer need a Scrum Master. In this post, I’ll address a closely related topic: Assuming that the role of Scrum Master does not go away, what is the career path for a Scrum Master? In my…

…the revision of the Scrum Guide and the delicate balance between staying true to the core principles of Scrum while allowing for necessary flexibility. Overview In this episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian is joined by Don McGreal, to delve into the topic of revising the Scrum Guide. Don…

…panel on Agile and Scrum's future, featuring experts Scott Dunn and Lance Dacy. [4:01] - Listen in as Brian asks the panel to share their insights on emerging trends within Agile and Scrum, setting the stage for a thought-provoking conversation. [4:15] - Lance highlights key trends including solutions for scaling…

…So should the team’s Scrum Master or coach. Beyond all these roles, there are two types of people who warrant special consideration in deciding whether they should participate: stakeholders and part-time team members. Let’s consider each separately. Stakeholders As we’ll see in the coming section on the agenda for kickoff…

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…most common complaints in Scrum teams, but is it really the meetings, or what’s (not) happening in them? In this episode, Brian and Lance Dacy dig into the events of Scrum to uncover what works, what doesn’t, and how to make each one actually add value. Overview In this episode…

…explore the labyrinth of Scrum anti-patterns, shedding light on the crucial shifts needed in communication, event understanding, and organizational empowerment for Agile success. Overview Brian welcomes special guest Stefan Wolpers as they explore the maze of Scrum anti-patterns. Discover the art of tackling communication breakdowns, unravel the misunderstandings that plague…

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…framework for personal and professional growth. Overview Today, on the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian sits down with Melissa Boggs, host of the Wild Hearts at Work podcast to explore the parallels between roller skating and workplace challenges. Listen in as Melissa shares her experiences in the rink and in the…

…in the roles of Scrum Master and Product Owner. Overview In this episode of the “Agile Mentors” podcast, Brian sits down with Lance Dacy to explore the dynamic roles of Scrum Master and Product Owner. They delve into the fundamental differences between these roles, highlighting the unique skill sets required…

…neurodiversity at the Global Scrum Gathering in New Orleans, which emphasized small but significant changes to make environments more accommodating. Overview In this episode, Brian shares his memorable experience at the Global Scrum Gathering in New Orleans, emphasizing the event's stellar organization and inclusive atmosphere. He reflects on the success…

…my jobs as a Scrum Master is to help build high-performing teams. And for teams to be high-performing, they must first be self-sufficient What Is a Self-Sufficient Scrum Team? A self-sufficient Scrum team demonstrates five key traits. First, a self-sufficient agile team knows their rights and responsibilities in Scrum. Second,…

…within the community of Scrum trainers and coaches. Too many professional Scrum trainers and coaches have shifted into a scarcity mindset. Each trainer then acts as though any win by another trainer is a loss for his or her own business. Their thinking implies there are only so many clients…