Feb 15, 2024 | Requirements, Scrum, Scrum Master, User Stories
Avoid the pitfalls of assigning or picking user stories in sprint planning. Learn what to do instead to be more productive.
Jan 18, 2024 | Agile Values, Leadership, Mindset, Scrum Master, Transformation
Psychological safety is crucial for high-performing teams. If you want innovation and self-management, learn to create psychological safety
May 26, 2023 | Meme, Product Owner, Scrum, Scrum Master
How many times have you seen sprint reviews without stakeholders? I must admit, I have seen this far too often in my life. And it’s a waste of time! Why is it useless? First we have to ask, what the purpose of a review is. I often get answers like: 🤔 to see the...
May 9, 2023 | Scrum, Scrum Master
Retrospectives often end up as “letting off steam” or “endlessly discussing problems” events. That’s not helpful. Retros should help a team continuously improve! They should feel positive and have impact 🚀 Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough;...
Oct 4, 2021 | Agile Values, Music & Agility, Scrum Master
“An important success factor for bands are rehearsals and sound checks to deliver a good performance. How do agile project teams “rehearse”?” This was a wonderful question from the audience at my talk “Music & Agility”. I want...