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Transitioning from a Scrum Master to an Agile Coach

March 18, 2023 / Leave a Comment

Transitioning from a Scrum Master to an Agile Coach requires expanding your knowledge, skills, and experience beyond the Scrum framework. Here are several steps to help you make the shift: By following these steps, you can gradually transition from your role as a Scrum Master to becoming an effective Agile Coach, helping organizations embrace and … [Read more…]

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Scrum Master vs. Agile Coach: Understanding Their Distinct Roles

March 18, 2023 / Leave a Comment

In the world of Agile project management, the Scrum Master and Agile Coach are two critical roles that contribute to the success of Agile teams. While both roles focus on guiding teams to embrace Agile principles and practices, their scope, responsibilities, and skills differ significantly. In this blog post, we will explore the differences between … [Read more…]

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Scrum, Kanban, and Scrumban: Understanding the Differences

March 18, 2023 / Leave a Comment

Agile methodologies have become increasingly popular in the world of project management and software development. Among the various approaches, Scrum, Kanban, and Scrumban stand out as popular choices for teams looking to optimize their work processes. In this blog post, we will explore the key differences between Scrum, Kanban, and Scrumban, to help you choose … [Read more…]

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How to become a good active listener

March 18, 2023 / Leave a Comment

How to become a good active listener a good active listener involves developing a set of skills and habits that allow you to fully engage with the speaker and understand their message. Here are some tips to help you become a better active listener: Remember, active listening is a skill that takes time and practice … [Read more…]

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Must read books for all scrum masters

March 16, 2023 / Leave a Comment

As a Scrum Master, it’s essential to have a strong understanding of Agile methodologies, Scrum practices, team dynamics, and coaching techniques. Here are some must-read books for Scrum Masters to develop and enhance these skills: These books provide a solid foundation for Scrum Masters and cover various aspects of Agile methodologies, team dynamics, and coaching … [Read more…]

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Zombie scrum survival guide

March 16, 2023 / Leave a Comment

“Zombie Scrum Survival Guide” is a book by Christiaan Verwijs, Johannes Schartau, and Barry Overeem. The book focuses on identifying and addressing the challenges of “Zombie Scrum,” a situation where teams appear to be following the Scrum framework but lack the core values, principles, and benefits of true Agile implementation. Zombie Scrum teams often struggle … [Read more…]

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What does scrum master do whole day

March 16, 2023 / Leave a Comment

A Scrum Master is a facilitator and coach for an Agile Scrum team, helping the team follow Scrum principles and practices effectively. Although the specific tasks and responsibilities of a Scrum Master may vary depending on the team’s needs and the stage of the project, here’s a general overview of what a Scrum Master might … [Read more…]

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What is an Agile leader

March 16, 2023 / Leave a Comment

An Agile leader is a leader who embraces the Agile mindset and applies Agile principles and practices to their leadership style. An Agile leader is focused on creating an environment that promotes teamwork, collaboration, and continuous learning and improvement. Here are some characteristics of an Agile leader: In summary, an Agile leader is someone who … [Read more…]

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What is servant leadership

March 16, 2023 / Leave a Comment

Servant leadership is a leadership philosophy that emphasizes the importance of serving others and prioritizing the needs of the team members and organization. The term was first coined by Robert K. Greenleaf in his 1970 essay “The Servant as Leader.” Servant leaders focus on empowering, supporting, and developing their team members, fostering an environment of … [Read more…]

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What is Spotify agile framework

March 16, 2023 / Leave a Comment

The Spotify Agile Model refers to the unique Agile framework that the music streaming company, Spotify, developed to manage and organize its software development teams. It is a customized approach to Agile methodologies, like Scrum and Kanban, tailored to meet Spotify’s specific needs and organizational culture. Key elements of the Spotify Agile Model include: The … [Read more…]

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Mohammad Aziz

Mohammad Aziz is an experienced Scrum Master and Agile coach who started his career as a programmer then moved into traditional software project management. Mohammad has spent last 8 years working within the Agile project management. He is certified, Scrum Master, Product Owner, AgilePM, Prince 2, SAFe practitioner and in Nexus.

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