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Happy 4th of July! Wishing everyone a fantastic Independence Day filled with good food, great company, and spectacular fireworks. Let's celebrate our freedom and honor those who have fought for our country. #IndependenceDay #July4th

Upcoming FREE Webinar! Change is inevitable, but so is resistance. Join our upcoming webinar, The Truth about Resistance, on July 11th at noon ET as we delve into the psychology of resistance, understand its root causes, and explore strategies to turn obstacles into opportunities for positive momentum. Gain insight, differentiate between resistance and its masquerades, and discover practical approaches for managing resistance effectively. Save your seat today!

Are you passionate about scrum? Are you passionate about teaching? Join us on July 9th at 8 a.m. MT to learn more about becoming a Certified Scrum Trainer (CST)! We will be giving an overview of the formal review and the interview/simulation, as well as diving deeper into the individual application sections and answering questions. We look forward to seeing you there! https://bit.ly/4cG1yry

Let's all extend our congratulations to our latest Certified Scrum Trainer (CST), Snehamayee Kulkarni, CST! This is an incredible accomplishment 🌟 #ScrumAlliance #AgileCoach

Curious about test-driven development? Whether or not your software team practices scrum, TDD can support your team’s agility with a an iterative, incremental, test-first focus. Of course, it has its challenges and may not be right for every team. Explore TDD in this article written by Certified Scrum Alliance Trainer™ Paul Moore.

We're thrilled that Forbes has recognized the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) from Scrum Alliance as the third highest-paying certification for remote jobs in 2024!  As the demand for remote positions grows, so does the competition for these coveted roles. The CSM certification is highly valued by employers seeking candidates with validated agile and scrum skills to navigate and thrive in today’s dynamic work environment. Remote jobs offer unparalleled flexibility, environmental benefits, and improved work-life balance. With a larger pool of applicants, standing out is crucial. Certifications like the CSM provide the edge professionals need to differentiate in a crowded marketplace. At Scrum Alliance, we know that agile ways of working equips professionals from diverse industries, roles, and career levels with the essential skills needed to drive impactful outcomes in their roles and at their organizations. Through the Certified ScrumMaster advancement path, professionals can acquire practical and relevant skills to support their teams and colleagues while contributing to organizational success. Whether the goal is to become an excellent scrum master or simply get the agile skills to make a difference in any role, a scrum master certification provides the knowledge and credibility to stay competitive in fast-paced markets. Seize the opportunity to cultivate agile skills and embark on a rewarding career journey today with the support of Scrum Alliance. Learn more about the Forbes-recognized certification here: https://lnkd.in/gtwQuM5g Check out the whole Forbes article here: https://lnkd.in/gUWNbqum

You may think that the scrum framework is not suitable for construction because of the documentation and regulation involved in the industry; not so, says Dr. Tobe Aguocha, PMP, MBA., a construction project manager. In fact, there are many simultaneous segments of work that can be completed in sprints. Tobe has leveraged scrum events and facilitation skills he learned in the CSM course to continuously improve how he and his colleagues deliver large-scale construction projects. #AgileStories #AgileForAnyone

As a leader following the agile approach, it's crucial to provide teams with the freedom to address challenges, come up with innovative solutions, and gain insights through experimentation. Start empowering your team today! #AgileLeader #Agile #Leader

Have you heard about the Agile Leadership Spiral? It can be used both for self-coaching and to help coach others because it visualizes your relationship with others like your team or organization, breaking down what leadership tools to use for each relationship. Anja Stiedl ⭐ CST CEC CTC does a great job walking through the process in this presentation. #AgileCoach #Coach #Agile

“As we've been involved in agile methodologies for almost two decades - yes, that's right, since the days of dial-up internet, we've witnessed firsthand the challenges that come with scaling agile across organizations.” Read this article, written by Dave S., on a few key challenges that come with scaling agile. #ScalingAgile #Agile