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Invest in the team first, and the numbers will follow.
KPIs Over Helping Teams: What Would You Choose? Agile reminds us to value individuals and interactions over processes and tools—but what happens when KPIs overshadow that principle? Imagine a team where the velocity chart looks impressive, predictability is high, and deadlines are met. On paper, they’re thriving. But in reality, the team is overworked, rushing…
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User Story: Not Always a “Story”
User stories are a cornerstone of Agile. They’re powerful because they capture value, build empathy, and focus on the “why” of the work. A well-crafted user story with a persona and clear value can help teams align on purpose and deliver meaningful outcomes. But what happens when the work isn’t tied to a direct user?…
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Our New Scrum Master
Joining an already established team, you are the new student in the school 🙄 Joining an established team can feel like stepping into a new school. You’re the new student, and everyone is watching, evaluating. You’re likely wondering, Where do I start? How can I add value? How do I prove my skills? And most importantly,…
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Monitoring Team Health: Cycle time Vs. Velocity
In Agile teams, measuring performance helps us understand where we’re doing well and where we can improve. Among the most straightforward and insightful metrics are Cycle Time and Velocity. Let’s take a closer look at each and how they work. What is Cycle Time? Cycle Time is the time between when work starts (when it’s “in progress”) and when…
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Students Syndrome
Did you ever hear the term Student Syndrome and think, “We’re adults here! How could this apply to us?” Well, it turns out Student Syndrome is a lot more common than you might think in teams, and after reading this, you’ll have that “aaahh” moment where it all clicks—that’s why they do that! We all knew a student—me 🫣—who always waited…
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How to Become a Scrum Master: A Guide to a Rewarding Leadership Role
The role of a Scrum Master is more than just following processes; it’s about guiding teams, fostering collaboration, and helping deliver value. As a leader, the Scrum Master plays a crucial role in making Agile frameworks successful for teams. In my experience, stepping into this role becomes more natural and impactful with some years of…
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