Category: Scrum 101
Can a Scrum Master be a Manager?
Can a Scrum Master be a manager? Let me start this semi-controversial topic by first separating the “can” from the “should”. Of course, they can. As of the November 2020 version there is no rule written in the Scrum Guide that says who should or should not play the accountability of a Scrum Master. The…
Do you need an Agile Coach or a Scrum Class?
Debating whether you need an Agile coach or if taking a few Scrum courses will suffice? Many organizations grapple with this dilemma when they’re on the edge of an Agile transformation. How much help do you actually need? Will courses be enough? The short answer is: It’s not Agile coaching vs. Scrum courses. It is…
Leaders vs. Managers: How to Effectively Lead Change Management
Alright. You read the title of this article and the first thing that pops into your mind is that one manager you had who should never have been in that position. Let’s call him Bob. Bob is a micromanager but never seems to actually get anything done. Bob is the bottleneck for every process improvement…
Avoid These Critical Mistakes When Implementing Agile Into Your Organization
The truth is, there are a lot of ways things can start to go sideways on the path to Agile practices. Basically… you can really mess it up. Here are the mistakes to avoid when implementing Agile into your organization.
There’s No Better Time For Agile Adoption Than Now: Here’s Why
If you pay even minimal attention to what’s going on in business, you’ve likely come across the term “agile.” Top consulting firms have documented company transitions to agile methodologies. Business publications have repeatedly published on agile adoption. Maybe you’ve even read about specific implementations of agile. So agile is on your radar. If you even…