Engaging Stakeholders During the Sprint
Connecting Scrum teams and stakeholders drives value and alignment. Transparent communication fosters collaboration and trust. Hold Sprint Reviews and retrospectives for open feedback. Encourage active stakeholder engagement to influence product direction. Success isn't just about deliverables—it's about strong partnerships that fuel innovation.
The Power of Product Goals: Aligning Teams for Maximum Impact
Product goals act as a compass, guiding teams toward meaningful outcomes. In Agile, it's easy to lose sight of tasks and deliverables. Clear, measurable product goals enhance focus and motivate teams. When members see how their work supports the vision, they are empowered to innovate and deliver valuable outcomes. Keep the end goal in sight, and watch challenges become powerful results.
Solving Problems: Five Guiding Questions for Product Owners
How Many People Should be on One Scrum Team? #AskArtisan
I'm often asked about the ideal number of people on one Scrum Team, but maybe a better question is why and how any number becomes too many?
A Little of a Lot Instead of a Lot of a Little
The Importance of Value to the Product Owner
Understanding outcome value isn’t just beneficial, it’s critically important. After all, delivering value is our priority!
It's All About Value
One small change can make a BIG difference to your Product Owner success. Before worrying about putting value on backlog items, here's some simple tips.
Should Scrum Teams be Dedicated to a Single Product?
Should Scrum teams be dedicated to a single product? The truth is, there's times when you want a dedicated team and times when you don't. Let me explain!
Get the Problem Right or You'll Get the Solution Wrong
Good software solves the customer's problems, but to provide the right solution, you must start with the right problem.
Creating the Skills You Need for Agility
When beginning the transformation to Agile Development, it's hard to know exactly what skills the organization needs to adapt to the new way of working.
Is Your Scrum Team Stuck? It Might Be a Product Ownership Problem
If your Scrum teams are “doing all the right things”—running Sprints, holding Reviews—but still not improving in quality, value, or productivity, the issue may not be process. It may be a lack of real Product Ownership. This article explores why communication is a Product Owner’s most valuable skill, how traditional mindsets limit Agile success, and what to do if formal training isn’t an option.