Advanced Scrum Topics
This opportunity is being made available for anyone who has previously attended a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) course with Brett Palmer & Associates or have had Brett as their Scrum trainer. Recordings will be made available to those who RSVP and will be made available for ten days after the event.
Session #1 - Scrum vs. Kanban: Choosing the Right Framework
Description: Dive into the core philosophies and practicalities of Scrum and Kanban. Explore their strengths, weaknesses, and ideal use cases to equip you with the knowledge to select the right framework based on project characteristics, team dynamics, and organizational context.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the fundamental principles and practices of Scrum and Kanban.
Critically compare and contrast the two frameworks in terms of workflow, flexibility, and decision-making.
Critically compare and contrast the two frameworks in terms of workflow, flexibility, and decision-making.
Leverage the combined power of Scrum and Kanban for hybrid approaches in specific scenarios.
Session #2 - Scrum Metrics Deep Dive
Description: Go beyond basic burn-down charts and unveil the power of data-driven decision making through advanced Scrum metrics. Learn how to track, analyze, and interpret key metrics to assess sprint performance, team health, and continuous improvement opportunities.
Learning Objectives:
Identify and understand the significance of essential Scrum metrics beyond burn-down charts (e.g., velocity, cycle time, lead time, etc.).
Analyze metrics to gain insights into team efficiency, effectiveness, and potential bottlenecks.
Utilize data visualizations to communicate progress and performance trends to stakeholders clearly.
Develop strategies for using metrics to drive continuous improvement within the Scrum team.
Session #3 - Scrum Metrics Deep Dive
Description: Elevate your retrospectives from simple problem-solving sessions to transformative learning experiences. Discover advanced techniques for fostering psychological safety, encouraging deep-level discussions, and generating actionable improvement plans that drive real change.
Learning Objectives:
Facilitate retrospectives that go beyond surface-level issues and delve into root causes.
Facilitate retrospectives that go beyond surface-level issues and delve into root causes.
Design and implement actionable improvement plans based on insights gathered during retrospectives.
Design and implement actionable improvement plans based on insights gathered during retrospectives.
Session #4 - Scrum Metrics Deep Dive
Description: Enhance your coaching skills to empower team members, promote self-management, and unlock their full potential. Learn powerful coaching models and frameworks tailored for the online environment, fostering individual and team growth.
Learning Objectives:
Apply different coaching models and frameworks based on specific situations and team member needs.
Ask open-ended and thought-provoking questions virtually to facilitate self-reflection and growth.
Provide effective feedback that builds trust, encourages accountability, and fosters a positive learning environment.
Provide effective feedback that builds trust, encourages accountability, and fosters a positive learning environment.
Session #5 - Scrum Metrics Deep Dive
Description: Learn the art of facilitating productive and engaging sessions even in a virtual setting. Learn techniques for managing group dynamics, ensuring remote participation, and achieving successful outcomes in ceremonies, meetings, and workshops.
Learning Objectives:
Adapt facilitation styles and tools to optimize online engagement and active participation.
Design engaging and productive virtual meetings, workshops, and Scrum ceremonies tailored to specific purposes.
Utilize online collaboration tools effectively to facilitate discussions, activities, and brainstorming sessions remotely.
Manage virtual group dynamics, address participation challenges, and foster a collaborative online environment.
Session #6 - Scrum Metrics Deep Dive
Description: Equip yourself with the skills and strategies to champion agile adoption and drive positive change within your organization. Learn how to overcome resistance, build buy-in from stakeholders, and foster a sustainable agile culture that embraces continuous learning and improvement.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the dynamics of organizational change, resistance factors, and potential roadblocks to Agile adoption.
Develop strategies for effective communication, advocacy, and collaboration to navigate change management effectively.
Measure the impact of agile adoption through data and success stories to build buy-in and secure ongoing support.
Foster a culture of continuous learning, experimentation, and improvement within your organization to sustain agile practices.
About Brett Palmer
Brett Palmer has more than 25 years of experience in business process improvement & re-engineering in technology, finance, manufacturing, healthcare, and entertainment. He has developed award-winning online and instructor-led training solutions and managed systems development, implementation, release coordination, and deployments with globally-distributed teams.
Previously coming from a traditional project management background, Brett is an Enterprise Agile Coach who leverages his background in Organization and Relationship Systems Coaching (ORSC) when helping teams and enterprises navigate organizational change to lean-agile approaches.
Brett is also a presenter at various industry events and conferences nationally and also is the organizer of the Agile Gathering Meetup Group. Brett lives in Orange County, California.
