The Power of Scrum, in the Real World, for the Agile Scrum Master, Product Owner

The Power of Scrum, in the Real World, for the Agile Scrum Master, Product Owner
Author: Paul VII
Publisher:
Total Pages: 122
Release: 2012-08-14
Genre:
ISBN: 9780957205147

Whether you are a scrum master, product owner, team member, business stakeholder or simply someone who wants to understand what makes scrum tick, this book is for you. Every chapter includes: 1. A concise, clear explanation, giving you a firm foundation in scrum 2. Nuggets of knowledge based on real industry experience 3. A brief insight into everyday situations that you won't find in every scrum book. I write this text as a certified scrum master with experience in international blue chip companies dating back to 1999. That experience includes leading projects for the BBC, General Electric, Oracle, BSkyB, HiT Entertainment (responsible for Angelina Ballerina, Bob the builder and other titles that you love watching with your kids or siblings but won't admit to) and Razorfish. These roles have all involved leadership on a wealth of mobile, internet TV and web software projects. I have played the role of scrum master and in the earlier years, of team lead and technical lead. I have had the privilege of running projects and rolling out working practices in market leading organisations from start to finish. Related books: Scrum, The Complete Overview and Guide (Boxset) http: //amzn.to/MfpwdE

The Great ScrumMaster

The Great ScrumMaster
Author: Zuzana Sochova
Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2016-12-28
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0134657659

This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. The Fast, Focused, Practical Guide to Excellence with Scrum The Great ScrumMaster: #ScrumMasterWay is your complete guide to becoming an exceptionally effective ScrumMaster and using Scrum to dramatically improve team and organizational performance. Easy to digest and highly visual, you can read it in a weekend...and use it for an entire career. Drawing on 15 years of pioneering experience implementing Agile and Scrum and helping others do so, Zuzana Šochová guides you step by step through all key facets of success as a ScrumMaster in any context. Šochová reviews the ScrumMaster’s responsibilities, introduces her powerful State of Mind model and #ScrumMasterWay approach, and teaches crucial metaskills that every ScrumMaster needs. Learn how to build more effective teams, manage change in Agile environments, and take fulladvantage of the immensely powerful ScrumMaster toolbox. Throughout, Šochová illuminates each concept with practical, proven examples that show how to move from idea to successful execution. Understand the ScrumMaster’s key role in creating high-performance self-organizing teams Master all components of the ScrumMaster State of Mind: teaching/mentoring, removing impediments, facilitation, and coaching Operate effectively as a ScrumMaster at all levels: team, relationships, and the entire system Sharpen key ScrumMaster cognitive strategies and core competencies Build great teams, and improve teams that are currently dysfunctional Drive deeper change in a safer environment with better support for those affected Make the most of Shu Ha Ri, System Rule, Root Cause Analysis, Impact Mapping, and other ScrumMaster tools Whether you’re a long-time Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or participating in your first Scrum project, this guide will help you leverage world-class insight in all you do and get the outstanding results you’re looking for. Register your product at informit.com/register for convenient access to downloads, updates, and corrections as they become available

The Professional Scrum Master Guide

The Professional Scrum Master Guide
Author: Fred Heath
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 174
Release: 2021-07-16
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1800200498

Go from absolute beginner to passing your exam the first time with this comprehensive guide. Filled with real-world illustrations, this book has been revised to align with the most recent Scrum standards, empowering you to become a Scrum Expert! Key Features Go from absolute beginner to exam-ready with detailed explorations of Scrum use-cases Understand the different applications of agile concepts, and how to best apply them to your business Discover expert tips and work with real-world examples to pass the certification exam the first time Book DescriptionThis book demonstrates the real-world applications of Scrum in a variety of scenarios, all with practical examples. You’ll understand why the structure of your Scrum team matters, and how to create and manage sprint and product backlogs. Each chapter concludes with relevance to the exam, reinforcing what you’ve learned as you work through the book and making sure you have an edge when it comes to earning your certificate. The statements made and opinions expressed herein belong exclusively to Packt Publishing Ltd and are not shared by or represent the viewpoint of Scrum.org. This training does not constitute an endorsement of any product, service or point of view. Scrum.org makes no representations, warranties or assurances of any kind, express or implied, as to the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, availability or currency of the content contained in this presentation or any material related to this presentation. In no event shall Scrum.org, its agents, officers, employees, licensees or affiliates be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, business information, or loss of information) arising out of the information or statements contained in the training. Any reliance you place on such content is strictly at your own risk.What you will learn Get to grips with Agile development and Scrum from the ground up Understand the roles and responsibilities within the Scrum team Discover how to conduct Scrum events and create Scrum artifacts Explore real-world scenarios and use cases for Scrum in action Develop an in-depth understanding of how to run a successful sprint to deliver results quickly Be fully prepared and able to pass your exam the first time Who this book is for Assuming no prior knowledge of Scrum, this book is for professionals who want to build a strong foundation in Scrum practices with the intention of passing the certification exam. If you're a product owner or project manager looking to stay relevant in an agile world, this book is essential to helping you become a Scrum expert.

Facilitating Professional Scrum Teams

Facilitating Professional Scrum Teams
Author: Patricia Kong
Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional
Total Pages: 330
Release: 2023-12-08
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 013819629X

Unlock the true power of collaboration within Scrum Teams and beyond with this practical guide packed with tips, tools, and real-life scenarios to elevate your facilitation skills. Scrum requires healthy collaboration, not just between the members of the Scrum Team, but also between the Scrum Team and its stakeholders to gather feedback and input. Collaboration is the heart of thriving Scrum Teams, but most available resources on collaboration focus solely on meeting formats and neglect to show how Scrum Teams truly harmonize their efforts and make informed decisions effectively. This book bridges the gap by not only providing effective facilitation techniques but also delving into the how and why of facilitation--all geared toward improving effectiveness, achieving impactful outcomes, and helping Scrum Teams work through challenges. Obtain tools and insights for Scrum Teams to better facilitate team interactions to leverage group diversity. Learn from real-world scenarios that illustrate common Scrum Team challenges and how they can be overcome with effective and timely facilitation. Discover comprehensive facilitation approaches accompanied with effective guidance on when to use them, how they can be combined, and how they can help to achieve desired outcomes.

Scrum

Scrum
Author: Jeff Sutherland
Publisher: Crown Currency
Total Pages: 385
Release: 2014-09-30
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 038534645X

The revolutionary “Red Book” that helped a generation work smarter, better, and faster—now expanded and updated with new stories, new ideas, and new methods to radically improve the way you and your company deliver results If you’ve ever been startled by how fast the world is changing, the Scrum framework is one of the reasons why. Productivity gains in workflow of as much as 1,200 percent have been recorded, and there’s no more lucid—or compelling—explainer of Scrum and its bright promise than Jeff Sutherland. The thorny problem that Sutherland began tackling back then boils down to this: People are spectacularly bad at doing things with agility and efficiency. Best-laid plans go up in smoke. Teams often work at cross-purposes to one another. And when the pressure rises, unhappiness soars. Woven with insights from martial arts, judicial decision making, advanced aerial combat, robotics, and Sutherland’s experience as a West Point–educated fighter pilot, a biometrics expert, a medical researcher, an early innovator of ATM technology, and a C-level executive at eleven different technology companies, this book will take you to Scrum’s front lines, where Sutherland’s system has brought the FBI into the twenty-first century, helped support John Deere’s supply chain amid a global pandemic and supply chain shortage, reduced poverty in the Third World, and even planned weddings and accomplished weekend chores. The way we work has changed dramatically since Sutherland first introduced Scrum a decade ago. This urgent update shares new insights and provides new tools to take advantage of the radical productivity that Scrum delivers. Sutherland will show you how to optimize working with artificial intelligence and share the latest cognitive science research on culture, psychological safety, diversity, and happiness, and how these factors drive performance, innovation, and overall organizational health. This new edition contains a decade of lessons learned. Whether it’s ten years ago, now, or ten years into the future, the Scrum framework is guaranteed to help you deliver results. But the most important reason to read this book is that it may just help you achieve what others consider unachievable.

The ScrumMaster Study Guide

The ScrumMaster Study Guide
Author: James Schiel
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 237
Release: 2016-04-19
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1466516526

Examining the questions most commonly asked by students attending Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) classes, The ScrumMaster Study Guide provides an accessible introduction to the concepts of Scrum and agile development. It compiles the insights gained by the author in teaching more than 100 CSM classes and count

The Scrum Fieldbook

The Scrum Fieldbook
Author: J.J. Sutherland
Publisher: Crown Currency
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2019-10-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0525573224

Based on years of work in the field with scores of companies, including Bosch, 3M, Schlumberger, and Rio Tinto, The Scrum Fieldbook delivers a hands-on, practical approach to rapidly delivering value for companies and organizations. Scrum is the secret weapon behind some of today’s most successful companies. Businesses like Google, Facebook, Amazon, and Apple use Scrum to drive incredibly fast innovation, laser focus on customers, and continuous improvement, and to decrease decision times in order to reshape the world. Scrum is the most utilized Agile framework. In recent years, its use has exploded across the corporate world, far beyond its software and technology roots. J. J. Sutherland and the team at Scrum Inc. have dramatically improved performance at global banks, utility providers, medical device manufacturers, mining giants, and firms on the cutting edge of genetic science. Scrum has helped companies large and small thrive in the age of disruption. In Sutherland’s first book, the national bestseller Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time, coauthored with his father, Jeff, the co-creator of Scrum, he laid out the Scrum framework used by almost all of today’s leading technology companies. In The Scrum Fieldbook, he draws on his firm’s extensive experience in the field to take leaders, managers, and employees deeper into the specific challenges and new opportunities organizations face in an Agile transformation. He shows how the Scrum framework can be successfully applied to any project in any industry, from automobile manufacturers in the U.S. and Europe to nonprofits in Africa, from home renovation contractors in Minnesota to gas exploration companies in South America, from fighter plane builders in Sweden to U.S. Navy Special Forces teams in regions of the world we can’t mention.

Agile Mastery: Unleashing the Power of Agile in Real Life

Agile Mastery: Unleashing the Power of Agile in Real Life
Author: Alaison Benny
Publisher: Alaison Benny
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2024-01-11
Genre: Computers
ISBN:

Elevate your understanding of Agile from theory to practice with 'Agile Mastery: Unleashing the Power of Agile in Real Life.' This comprehensive guide takes you on a transformative journey, unraveling the complexities of Agile methodologies and providing practical insights for seamless implementation in diverse real-world scenarios. Delve into the Agile mindset, learning how to embrace change, collaborate with customers, and respond dynamically to feedback. Explore the core methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and Lean, gaining in-depth knowledge on their principles and practical applications. Real-life experiences and case studies from software development to non-software environments illuminate the adaptability and versatility of Agile. Navigate common challenges with proven solutions, steering clear of anti-patterns that hinder progress. Discover the essential role of leadership in an Agile environment, as servant leadership and fostering a culture of trust become keystones to success. Whether you're a project manager, team leader, or an enthusiast eager to master Agile, this book equips you with the skills and insights to revolutionize your approach to project management and organizational dynamics. Embark on a journey toward Agile mastery, and unlock the potential of agility in your projects. 'Agile Mastery: Unleashing the Power of Agile in Real Life' is your indispensable guide to navigating the ever-evolving landscape of project management with agility, adaptability, and success."

Scrum

Scrum
Author: Greg Caldwell
Publisher: Alakai Publishing LLC
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2020-06-19
Genre: Architecture
ISBN:

Scrum is adaptive, efficient, agile, and simple. So why are you struggling? Not all organizations that adopt the Scrum framework will have a smooth transition. Some may find themselves grappling with new concepts and new ways of doing things. The work process under Scrum is wildly different from the Waterfall method so even if Scrum is simple to understand, it can be difficult to master. The reasons vary as to why there is resistance to change, but the real reason is the lack of solid understanding of why a change has to be made. The tech industry moves at unprecedented speed in terms of releasing new products to the market. Because the traditional project management methods are slow to respond to the demand, firms are switching gears and integrating Scrum in their process. As a result, people are thrust into a new system that they do not have a clear grasp of. In this book, you’ll be able to understand the Scrum framework and how the concepts work in the real world. You’ll discover: What made traditional methods obsolete How Scrum became the new standard for managing projects How Scrum enables a leaderless system Why Scrum works even with a diverse group of people How Scrum brings together people with different skills and expertise How Scrum enables teams to deliver high-quality products How big companies use Scrum to achieve their goals The book is structured in a way that answers the Why, What, Who, and How of Scrum to give a holistic view of the framework. It explains elements of the Scrum process, including team roles, workflow, tools, and team dynamics. This will help both novice and experienced practitioners to integrate Scrum into their daily lives. With a better understanding of Scrum, it’s easy to embrace the framework because of the positive things it does to team dynamics—whether in tech companies or firms operating in different industries. Mastery of Scrum can only happen if you have a solid understanding of its concepts, ideas, principles, and real-world applications. This book is a great take-off point and something that you can take with you as you head on to your Scrum journey. Whether you’re a project manager trying to fit in the new leaderless system, a coder getting used to new responsibilities, or a software engineer grappling with newfound accountability, this book will guide you as you navigate the exciting world of Scrum.

The Scrum Master's Path

The Scrum Master's Path
Author: Liam Taylor
Publisher:
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2021-04
Genre:
ISBN:

The power of serving with agile project management: Why becoming the Servant Leader for your SCRUM team is the best decision you can make today If you buy the Kindle or paperback version, you will get the audio version for free! This publication is a bundle that contains 2 books: Agile Scrum Crash Course: Discover How to Get the Professional Scrum Master Certification PSM1 and Boost Your Team's Effectiveness With Agile Project Management Servant Leadership: Learn the Most Effective Soft Skills to Become a Servant Leader and Guide Your Team to Success Self-serving, autocratic, dictatorial leadership is so last century. If organizations want to move up in the world, they have to abandon the old leadership methods. These methods consist of strict hierarchy, allowing little to no room for the employees to grow within the company, and the value of human labor is driven to the lowest. This is the era of servant leadership. Renowned for its radical approach to leadership, the servant model can impact human satisfaction in any company, therefore increasing its productivity. Putting people in the first place, a servant leader deflects attention from himself and empowers every member of the team. By empowering others, the leaders find their power and become an authority. This fits totally with the Agile principles and values, and SCRUM is the best framework that you can use to help your team to accomplish great results, becoming a SCRUM master: the Servant Leader for your Agile team. You are in the right place because this book contains also a crash course that will prepare you for any question on the PSM1 (Professional SCRUM Master certification issued by scrum.org) test, and you will pass the test with flying colors! The purpose of this crash course is to provide you with a comprehensive introduction to Agile and Scrum. In an ever-changing technological world, having an understanding of Agile and Scrum as a whole will make you even more qualified to handle projects in this field. Here are some of the topics that this bundle covers: Learn to lead with care and compassion Establish real connections and relationships with your team Find an optimal balance between being a leader and a figure your team can discuss problems with Commit to the growth of your team and see how your team commits to helping you and the organization grow Create an organization that has a positive influence on the community Agile and Scrum basics Waterfall vs. Agile software methodology The main agile frameworks The 12 principles of agile The goal of timeboxes and sprints The SCRUM events: Sprint Planning, Daily Standup, Sprint Review, and Retrospective The SCRUM accountabilities: Product Owner, SCRUM Master, Developers, and Stakeholders How to pass the PSM1 exam and a lot of sample questions And much more With these guides, you will be able to absorb a lot of information quickly and easily, and with proven test-taking strategies and expert tips, completing your test will be a piece of cake. If you want to become a Professional Scrum Master, and a great Servant Leader without any hassle, all you have to do is follow the guides and expert tips and advice found inside - it's that easy. So what are you waiting for? Scroll up, click on "Buy Now with 1-Click," and Get Your Copy Now!