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To Proceed and Succeed as a Scrum Master I have pursued the following Certifications and attained Badges from Atlassian. 1. PMI ACP 2. CSM 3. PSM1 4. Agile ScrumMaster 5. ScrumMaster's Mentorship from Agile Avocado 6. MS Project 2021 7. MS Excel 8. JIRA BADGE from Atlassian 9. CONFLUENCE BADGE from Atlassian I am planning to do more and more. Investing in your career will always pay back....Encourage everyone to do so... #scrum #scrumframework #agile #scrummaster #agileprojectmanager #Certification #Career #careerinvestment #Careerprogression

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Calling all: Professionals interested in being Product owners #Productowners looking to improve and #scrummasters wishing to be able to effectively coach Produxt owners. Click the link below to sign up

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Confused 🤔 which certification you have to do for Scrum Master ? How to start your Scrum Master journey ? The PSM (Professional Scrum Master) and CSM (Certified ScrumMaster) certifications are both popular in the field of Agile and Scrum methodologies, but they differ in their focus, certification bodies, and the broader Agile community's perception. Focus and Content: PSM: Focuses on deep understanding and application of Scrum principles, roles, events, and artifacts. It includes a broader range of scenarios and requires a thorough understanding of the Scrum Guide. CSM: Emphasizes basic Scrum knowledge, roles, ceremonies, and practical applications. It often includes broader Agile concepts and frameworks beyond Scrum itself. Choosing Between PSM and CSM: PSM: Suitable for individuals who prefer a rigorous assessment and wish to demonstrate a deep understanding of Scrum principles. It's valued by organizations looking for highly skilled Scrum Masters. CSM: Suitable for beginners or those looking to gain foundational knowledge of Scrum. It's widely recognized and provides access to a large community and networking opportunities. for more information about the training and certification please fill out the form -https://lnkd.in/dkpAhMxz #usa #canada #uk #germany #france #singapore #australia

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🌐 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐓 🌐 In the world of IT, ensuring the highest quality of products and services is non-negotiable. Quality assurance (QA) and rigorous testing play pivotal roles in maintaining product standards, directly impacting both profitability and productivity. Here’s how QA and testing drive these critical business outcomes: 📊 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 ✔️ 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: QA and testing enable the identification of defects early in the development cycle, significantly reducing the cost and effort required to fix issues. ✔️ 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞: Comprehensive testing ensures that the product meets all specified requirements and functions correctly the first time. This reduces the need for rework. 📊 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 ✔️ 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬: High-quality products that perform as expected build customer trust and satisfaction. Rigorous testing ensures reliability and performance. ✔️ 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: QA processes ensure that products meet or exceed customer expectations by verifying that all features and functionalities work seamlessly. 📊 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 ✔️ 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬: Integrating QA and testing into every stage of the development lifecycle promotes a culture of continuous improvement. ✔️ 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬: Quality products require fewer support interventions and experience less downtime, allowing IT teams to focus on innovation rather than troubleshooting. 🎯 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐐𝐀 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 🛡️ 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬: Embrace agile methodologies to integrate QA and testing throughout the development process. 🛡️ 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬: Invest in automated testing tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Automation can handle repetitive tasks and large-scale testing scenarios. 🛡️ 𝐅𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: Cultivate a culture that prioritizes quality at every level of the organization. Encourage collaboration between development and QA teams. Investing in robust QA practices is a strategic decision that pays dividends in the form of satisfied customers, efficient operations, and a strong market position. #QualityAssurance #Productivity #Profitability #ITLeadership #AgileTesting #CustomerSatisfaction #Automation #ContinuousImprovement #BusinessGrowth

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Arpit Shah’s post reminds me of an earlier discussion on Scrum and Agile practices. Sharing both for a broader perspective! In my earlier post, I highlighted how adopting Scrum without a solid foundation can lead teams into the build trap—focusing more on delivering features than achieving business outcomes. Remember, Scrum isn’t a project management method but an Agile framework. Link: https://lnkd.in/gFf2W2Tx Arpit’s great article simplifies the roles of Scrum Master vs. Technical Program Manager, breaking down key differences in scope, role definition, and focus areas. Definitely worth checking out! #Scrum #Agile #Leadership #ProjectManagement #Teamwork

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Confused 🤔 which certification you have to do for Scrum Master ? How to start your Scrum Master journey ? The PSM (Professional Scrum Master) and CSM (Certified ScrumMaster) certifications are both popular in the field of Agile and Scrum methodologies, but they differ in their focus, certification bodies, and the broader Agile community's perception. Focus and Content: PSM: Focuses on deep understanding and application of Scrum principles, roles, events, and artifacts. It includes a broader range of scenarios and requires a thorough understanding of the Scrum Guide. CSM: Emphasizes basic Scrum knowledge, roles, ceremonies, and practical applications. It often includes broader Agile concepts and frameworks beyond Scrum itself. Choosing Between PSM and CSM: PSM: Suitable for individuals who prefer a rigorous assessment and wish to demonstrate a deep understanding of Scrum principles. It's valued by organizations looking for highly skilled Scrum Masters. CSM: Suitable for beginners or those looking to gain foundational knowledge of Scrum. It's widely recognized and provides access to a large community and networking opportunities. for more information about the training and certification please fill out the form -https://lnkd.in/dkpAhMxz #usa,#canada,#uk,#germany,#france,#singapore,#australia

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Question Source PSM1 Exam Simulator 320 questions 4 mock tests 50 free questions Reference for each question from the Scrum Guide Available for instructors with discount Available on web and play store from here https://bit.ly/3uavewC #PSM1 #Scrum #Agile #Exam #scrummaster

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Why should you use CSM Exam Simulator? It contains 6 mock exams Real exam questions Reference for each question from the scrum guide 50 free questions Available for instructors with discounts Available on web & play store https://bit.ly/3Sl0GjE #Scrum #Agile #scrummaster

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As a Scrum Master, if you focus more on how to navigate unsaid expectations than “Clearing Scrum Master” interview questions, then you will manifest your intentions well and perform well, too If your focus is clearing interviews, then unconsciously, your intention manifests only in cracking the interview, and I bet you may struggle after joining! So, here are three pieces of advice for Aspiring Scrum Masters 1. Stop doing mechanical preparation 2. Mock interview is a trap 3. Not being able to digest this post is a trap, too! I know, and I hear your mind's voice. Then, for people who are new to this “like us,” how do we crack interviews? Cracking interviews should be a by-product. When you spend time with an experienced Agilists, then, it will be a breeze to crack. tryScrum

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Artifacts for Transparency   In Scrum, there are several artifacts that can be utilized to maximize a high level of transparency around work and processes.   The domain of the Product Owner (P.O.), the Product Backlog, should be a list of requirements that are ordered based on their significance to the P.O. The transparency is that anyone who looks at this list, can see what the top priority for scheduling is. Note: This is not unlike the long list of to-dos you may have pinned on your refrigerator. 😋   There is also the Sprint Backlog. Think of it as you moving a few of the to-dos off of your long list, and now you have them in a short list that is committed for completion within a set timeframe called a Sprint. Anyone who is wondering what you, or your team is working on, can visit this list and clearly see what's moving. If something isn't showing on the list, that means it isn't being addressed which will then promote conversations around where the missing work is. Boom, transparency. ⚡   Definitions of Ready (DoR) and Definition of Done (DoD) are just what they sound like. Clear points that need to be met before a piece of work is Ready to be pulled into a sprint and when a piece of work is Done from the sprint. A DoR point might be, "The User Story has to be estimated." or "There must be measurable Acceptance Criteria listed." In everyday function, if your life revolves around putting together furniture deliveries, a DoR point might be, "Before piecing together a delivery, ensure all the pieces were received." This will ensure you are not on step 1,000 and the last piece you need is missing. 😡 Had there been a DoR to follow, it would have been transparent the project was not Ready to be started. 🛑   Having recorded artifacts helps keep everyone on the same page and promotes high levels of transparency that in turn produce efficiencies and eliminates waste. As Scrum Masters, our tenant is to encourage our teams to consistently lean into and periodically revisit these artifacts in the pursuit of becoming a high performing team.   #scrum #agile #transparency #scrumartifacts #growthmindset #servantleader #scrummaster #evolve  

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Key qualities a Product Manager should possess. Anything we missed? Tell us your opinion in the comment section. Follow PremierAgile for more interesting discussions. Suresh Konduru, CST #agile #scrum #certification #scrummaster #productowner #productowners #cspocertification

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When you follow the system, you bound to get results! Bhavna from QA to securing her first Scrum Master job.👏 When I receive such special message, it's sign the right people are joining Scrum Master Mastermind. Surrendering to the process of transformation and staying open to learning in every step of the journey. Because coach is there as a mentor and guide but it's the mindset of students that truly makes the difference. If you are planning to transition to a Scrum Master role and want to take your career to the next level, attend my next masterclass, 'Learn How to Transition to a Scrum Master Role.' Join below WhatsApp group for details: https://lnkd.in/deyQA7vZ #successstories #scrummaster #scrum #agile

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Are you wondering what it takes to deliver a successful Program Increment (PI)? As a Scrum Master, I have found that considering a few key points during PI planning can make all the difference. ✨ Firstly, PI planning helps to synchronize with all stakeholders and prepare one plan to deliver the incremental product. Additionally, it is crucial to review the PI deliverables properly, taking into consideration the SCRUM team's capacity, including vacations and holidays, to ensure that the actual capacity of the team is verified and aligned before starting with the PI. ✨Environment readiness is also a critical factor that can impact the success of a PI. Stability issues can cause significant delays in deliverables, so it's important to take these into account. Cross-team dependencies should also be considered to ensure smooth collaboration across teams. 🚀Finally, it's essential to timebox all events properly and ensure that the same information is transparent to the team. And don't forget to plan and discuss demos with the team beforehand. By keeping these points in mind, delivering a successful PI within the timebox becomes very manageable. What are your thoughts in this, let me know #PIplanning? ================================== 🔗 DM | Follow  anuradha patra if you like my content and want to share your thoughts. Keep learning, keep sharing, and keep growing. Thank you! ================================== #Agile #SDLC #cgm #scrumMaster #PIplanning

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Scrum Values These values give Agile teams the foundation to work together successfully and meet project goals. 1.Courage; “Scrum team members have the courage to do the right thing and work on tough problems.” 2.Focus; “Everyone focuses on the work of the Sprint and the goals of the Scrum Team.” 3. Commitment; “People personally commit to achieving the goals of the Scrum Team.” 4.Respect; Scrum Team members respect each other to be capable, independent people.” 5.Openness; “The Scrum Team and its stakeholders agree to be open about all the work and the challenges with performing the work.” #scum_team #scrum_values

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Demonstrates Knowledge: Using Agile terminology correctly shows the interviewer you've familiarized yourself with the Scrum framework and its specific vocabulary. This is a baseline expectation for a Scrum Master role. Shorthand Communication: Jargon can act as shorthand for complex ideas within the Agile community. Dropping terms like "user story," "sprint backlog," or "impediment" demonstrates you understand the core concepts without needing lengthy explanations. Confidence and Enthusiasm: Confidently using Agile terms can project an image of expertise and passion for the methodology. This might be appealing to interviewers seeking someone who can champion Agile practices within the team.

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