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Scrum Developers: Driving Incremental Value Sprint by Sprint

BlogApril 7, 2025176Views 0Likes 0Comments

Introduction In Scrum, Developers aren't just coders—they are the builders of value. According to the Scrum Guide 2020, "Developers are accountable for creating a usable Increment every Sprint." Developers plan the work during Sprint Planning, collaborate daily to adapt their approach, and ensure each Increment meets the Definition of Done. This accountability goes beyond writing…

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Scrum Master Stances: The Facilitator

BlogMarch 10, 2025371Views 0Likes 0Comments

Introduction Did you know that poor facilitation can lead to unproductive meetings, disengaged teams and missed opportunities for collaboration? A great Scrum Master knows that facilitation is not just about running meetings, it’s about creating an environment where teams can think, collaborate, and solve problems effectively. One of the most important stances of a Scrum…

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Scrum Master Stances: The Servant-Leader

BlogMarch 4, 2025425Views 0Likes 0Comments

Introduction Scrum Master must understand that their role requires multiple stances, depending on the situation and context. In this series, I will explore 8 different stances that are essential for a Scrum Master. The first, and perhaps the most fundamental, is the Scrum Master as a servant-leader. Servant leadership aligns perfectly with the Scrum values…

Scrum Master: A Servant-Leader, Not a Task Manager

Busting the Myth – Who Is a Scrum Master Actually?

BlogFebruary 24, 2025407Views 0Likes 0Comments

Scrum Master – More Than Just a High-Paid "Secretary" There are countless articles out there about what a Scrum Master is and what they actually do. Some consider them as glorified meeting facilitators, Jira task creators, or even as people who just assign tasks and track velocity. Others go so far as to suggest that…

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How Long is a Sprint in Agile? Find Your Ideal Length

BlogFebruary 6, 2025436Views 0Likes 0Comments

Why Sprint Length Matters in Agile One of the most frequently asked questions in Agile is: "How long is a Sprint in Agile?" The answer is simple: A Sprint lasts a maximum of one month (four weeks), but most teams prefer shorter Sprints, typically between week or two. Sprint length is important factor in a…

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Product Owner vs Business Analyst – Who Does What in Agile Teams?

BlogFebruary 4, 2025279Views 0Likes 0Comments

Introduction Alright, let’s settle this together – Product Owner vs Business Analyst, what’s the difference? If you’ve ever scrolled through LinkedIn or Reddit, you’ve probably seen debates on whether Scrum teams need both a Product Owner (PO) and a Business Analyst (BA). Some say they do the same thing. Others swear they don’t. And if…

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Product Owner 101: What is a Product Backlog in Scrum?

BlogJanuary 4, 2025368Views 0Likes 0Comments

Introduction Imagine trying to build a house without a blueprint or a grocery list for a big dinner party—it would be chaotic, inefficient, and prone to failure. In Scrum, the Product Backlog is your blueprint and grocery list combined, guiding the Scrum Team toward delivering value. But what exactly is it, how does it…

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Product Owner 101: How to Craft a Powerful Product Vision

BlogDecember 15, 2024373Views 0Likes 0Comments

Introduction Product Vision describes the purpose of a Product. It serves as the guiding star for teams, ensuring transparency, inspiration, and focus. A good Product Vision expresses the value the Product should deliver and to whom that value is delivered. In this blog I will share few insights on what the Product Vision is and…

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How to Manage Products with Agile

BlogAugust 26, 2024239Views 0Likes 0Comments

Introduction In one of my previous blogs, I delved into the what, why, and how behind the Agile Manifesto, highlighting its four core values and twelve principles through the lens of developing a video game. Today, we'll take a closer look at how Agile works in practice, particularly focusing on the concepts of time-boxing,…

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Scrum Developers: Driving Incremental Value Sprint by Sprint

Scrum Master Stances: The Facilitator

Scrum Master Stances: The Servant-Leader

Busting the Myth – Who Is a Scrum Master Actually?

How Long is a Sprint in Agile? Find Your Ideal Length

Product Owner vs Business Analyst – Who Does What in Agile Teams?

Product Owner 101: What is a Product Backlog in Scrum?

Product Owner 101: How to Craft a Powerful Product Vision

How to Manage Products with Agile

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