Story points aren’t evil–but they’re often abused. Here’s how to use them wisely, and how to grow beyond them without losing your mind (or your metrics).
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The Story Point Illusion: Why “Per Person Velocity” is a Corporate Fairy Tale
Unpack the concept of story points and why measuring them per person is a misguided approach to team effectiveness.
The Story Points Trap: How We Lost Sight of Real Value
Learn how to use velocity effectively within your team dynamics. It is a tool for insights, not a vanity metric to chase.
The Pitfall Of Customer-Driven Decision-Making (And How To Avoid It)
Does your product manager do what the customers tell them to do? They need to stop!
The Surprising Truth About the Definition of Done (DoD)
Explore the concept of the Definition of Done (DoD) in agile practices and its impact on team success. And understand the the pitfalls.
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How To Abuse Story Points And Mess Up Everything
The most common ways story points are misused—and how you, yes you, can stop the madness
The Truth About User Stories: Unlocking Their Power in Agile Development
Discover how user stories improve communication, focus on user needs, and boost agile team success with practical insights & actionable tips.
Why Managing Dependencies Is Dangerous And How To Do Better
When it comes to dependencies, most teams and managers immediately ask, “How do we manage these dependencies?” But are we asking the right question?
The Iron Triangle from an Agile Perspective
The Iron Triangle guides every project – agile or not. But how agile methods use that knowledge to make projects more successful and hit deadlines is a surprise! Intrigued?