Ron Smith SPC - Waking Up Agile: A Guide to Living Agile Every Day

By Ron Smith SPC This article provides insights and guidance for new Scrum Masters entering a scaled scrum or SAFe environment, covering topics such as role and responsibilities, transitioning to the role, training and certification, understanding the SAFe framework, agile project management, facilitation and team collaboration, challenges and expectations, and navigating scrum events. The New Scrum Master: Navigating the Scaled Scrum or SAFe Environment Congratulations on your new role as a Scrum Master! Stepping into this position marks an exciting and challenging transition, especially in a scaled scrum or SAFe environment. As you embark on this journey, it's crucial to have a clear understanding of the primary responsibilities of a Scrum Master in this context. In a scaled scrum or SAFe environment, a Scrum Master is tasked with coaching, facilitating, and leading the team (or teams). For both mature and new teams (see THIS article on navigating the particular challen...

  By: Ron Smith SPC This article explores the importance of agile leadership in empowering teams for success, including strategies for team empowerment, understanding agile methodologies, creating a high-trust environment, overcoming obstacles, and attracting and retaining talent in diverse industries. Introduction to Agile Leadership Agile leadership has undergone a remarkable evolution , transitioning from its origins in software development to becoming a pervasive methodology across diverse industries such as marketing, HR, and finance. This evolution underscores its adaptability and flexibility, enabling it to respond to changing business landscapes and customer demands. For instance, a marketing team at a digital agency embraced agile leadership principles by implementing daily stand-up meetings to enhance collaboration. This shift led to improved campaign performance and better alignment with client objectives. The principles of agile leadership are rooted in its em...

  Discover a transformative approach to navigating life's twists and turns in "Waking Up Agile - Thriving Amidst Change: The Agile Approach to Everyday Living" by R. Scott Smith. Drawing upon the principles of Agile methodology, this enlightening book offers practical strategies to embrace change, adapt swiftly, and flourish in an ever-evolving world. R. Scott Smith's insightful guidance empowers readers to cultivate an agile mindset that transcends traditional boundaries, allowing them to seize opportunities, overcome challenges, and craft a fulfilling life journey. From personal growth to effective decision-making, this book provides a comprehensive framework for readers to harness agility as a tool for both success and well-being. Pre-orders for "Waking Up Agile" will open on December 1st, 2023, with the book's official release slated for February 2024 (Note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the release of the book has been moved from Late Novem...