Building High-Performance Agile Teams with Sierra Agility
Discover how Sierra Agility helps you optimize team structure by identifying issues and improving roles and goal-setting.
How Sierra Agility’s AI Transforms Epics into Manageable Tasks
Discover how Sierra Agility’s advanced AI, known as Spark, revolutionizes backlog management by effortlessly breaking down large epics into smaller, actionable tasks. This blog post explores how this intelligent feature can save your team valuable hours each month, enhance productivity, and streamline Agile processes. Learn how leveraging Sierra Agility’s AI can lead to more efficient sprints and successful project outcomes.
The 4 Keys to Self-Managing Teams
Self-managing teams are the future of high-performing organizations. This post explores the four essential keys to creating self-managing teams: autonomy, collaboration, adaptability, and accountability. By integrating these principles, you can empower your team to take ownership of their work, enhance their problem-solving abilities, and achieve exceptional results. Learn how to implement these keys effectively and transform your team into a self-managing powerhouse.
Transform Your Agile Processes: How Sierra Agility Makes It Possible
Discover how Sierra Agility can revolutionize your Agile practices with its AI-driven features. This post will explore key functionalities that streamline backlog management, optimize team structures, and enhance collaboration, ultimately driving your team toward greater efficiency and success.
AI and Agile at the Global Scrum Gathering
Covering the presentation Jim Schiel did at the New Orleans Global Scrum Gathering, late May 2024.
The Latest in Artificial Intelligence: Sentient Sprinting
Unveiling the Future of Agile: The Rise of Sentient Sprinting The Agile methodology has revolutionized software development, fostering faster release cycles, improved team collaboration, and a more responsive approach to project management. However, even the most well-oiled Agile teams face challenges. Manual tasks, repetitive processes, and the ever-present struggle with accurate estimation can
Creating a Supportive Culture: Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace
Mental health first aid isn't just for healthcare professionals; it's a crucial part of managerial responsibility. This blog post delves into the practical ways managers can add mental health first aid in their everyday work. From understanding the signs of emotional distress to guiding employees to appropriate resources, managers play a crucial role
A New Approach to Performance: Balancing Work and Well-being
What if performance management included a focus on mental well-being? This blog post explores how managers can shift their perspective from solely evaluating output to considering the whole employee experience and improving work-life balance. Managers can foster a more balanced and productive work environment by engaging in regular well-being check-ins, utilizing the principles
From Awareness to Action: Managing Mental Health at Work
Recognizing mental health challenges in the workplace and managing mental health at work is the first step; taking appropriate action truly makes a difference. This post details the journey from awareness to action, outlining how managers can support employee mental health by identifying unhelpful thoughts, applying cognitive reframing, and encouraging behavioral activation. Explore
Empathetic Leadership: Navigating Employee Mental Health
This blog post explores the concept of empathetic leadership, providing managers with tools and strategies to recognize signs of distress, engage in meaningful conversations, and foster a culture of mental well-being. Let's dive into the essential active listening, empathy, and confidentiality skills managers should integrate into their daily practices. In a fast-paced world
What is a Scrum Master’s Salary in the US?
The relatively new term "ScrumMaster", ranked #10 on LinkedIn's list of "Most Promising Jobs of 2017", is now known as a valuable role to companies worldwide.
How To Claim PDUs for a CSM or Other Artisan Agility Event
You can PDUs for Artisan Agility Training Events where there is a clear connection to project management. PDUs can be claimed as follows (please understand that PMI® frequently changes the process and my instructions may be wrong in minor ways): Log in to PMI.org. You need to log in to the PMI website