Author: Robert Pieper

Scrum Masters! Your first job is to do nothing… and go get a donut.
Do you want to how to become a successful Scrum Master? Do you know what is the first thing a Scrum Master should be focused on doing? Is it managing requirements? Is it scheduling and running meetings? Is it reporting development team progress? Find out what really is a Scrum Master’s responsibilities from Robb Pieper,…

What is the best Sprint length? Can a Scrum Sprint be just one day long?
Scrum uses the concept of a sprint to mitigate the risks of complex product development and help deliver value faster to stake holders. Scrum teams often choose two weeks as the sprint starting point, but is that always the right length for you and your team? Is it even possible to have a Sprint that’s just…

Can a Sprint be Just One-Day Long?
Scrum uses a concept called a “sprint” to eliminate the risk of complex product development and deliver value sooner to stakeholders. These sprints are no longer than 30 days in length. If you ask anyone doing Scrum how long their sprints are, they will usually respond “2 weeks”. If you ask them why they’re doing…

Is a Scrum Master Really a Full-Time Job?
This is an overview of what a Scrum Master does all day and if it’s really important enough to be a full-time role in an organization.

Why Sprint Goals are Important
A Sprint Goal is not often something people think about when using Scrum. Turns out it’s really important for teams to act as teams. Find out why!