{"id":187,"date":"2021-04-07T14:28:36","date_gmt":"2021-04-07T11:28:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hygger.io\/guides\/?p=187"},"modified":"2021-10-08T11:51:38","modified_gmt":"2021-10-08T08:51:38","slug":"scrum-master","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hygger.io\/guides\/agile\/scrum\/scrum-master\/","title":{"rendered":"Scrum Master"},"content":{"rendered":"

Scrum is a set of principles that has been successfully adopted by many organizations of different sizes, particularly by those focused on software development.<\/span><\/p>\n

Scrum<\/span><\/a>\u00a0suits professionals who cooperate in an Agile manner to effectively solve problems appearing while they work on tasks. These professionals are led by a\u00a0<\/span>Scrum Master,\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>who helps team members to understand Scrum principles, develop the product, and remain Agile in their duties.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Not Everyone Understands the Value of a Scrum Master<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve chosen the way to Agile transformation (for example, from a Waterfall style of working to Scrum), you\u2019ll soon know that some roles map more easily than others. Stakeholders can play the role of Product Owner, while developers may fit easily into the roles of\u00a0<\/span>Scrum team<\/span><\/a>\u00a0members. However, the Scrum Master role looks more nuanced.<\/span><\/p>\n

This is not a project manager role, although this is a common misconception. If you\u2019re a newcomer and have a\u00a0<\/span>project management<\/span><\/a>\u00a0background, you may struggle with the idea of stepping back to let the team help themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sometimes organizations do not fully understand the value of a Scrum Master. Often, decision-makers try to combine it with another position, as they are skeptical that it should exist as a full-time position.<\/span><\/p>\n

Great Time to be a Scrum Master! \"Sign<\/h3>\n

Reviews and statistics show that Scrum Masters have great opportunities today. More and more businesses are turning to Agile to meet the tough competition they are facing today.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do not think that getting a great Scrum Master job is as easy as getting a certificate and coming to the interview. Anyways, it all depends on your efforts, skills, and experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, what is this role exactly about? Is Scrum Master a good career? Is it a stressful job? What will you do every day? Let’s cover these questions (and many others) starting with the basics. Here and now.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a Scrum Master? \"Hammer<\/h2>\n

A Scrum Master is a facilitator of Scrum who acts as a servant leader aiming to drive the delivery in terms of process and product.<\/span><\/p>\n

Scrum masters act as coaches to the rest of the team. They are committed to the Scrum values but stay flexible and open to opportunities for improving the team’s\u00a0<\/span>workflow<\/span><\/a>. They are responsible for promoting and supporting Scrum and do this by helping the team and the management understand the rules, practices, and values of the Scrum methodology.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Are the Key Skills for a Scrum Master?<\/span><\/h3>\n

When it comes to being an efficient Scrum Master, there are certain skills that will be helpful for succeeding in the role. Here are some of these skills:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Scrum Masters facilitate important\u00a0<\/span>Scrum ceremonies<\/span><\/a>: Daily Scrum,\u00a0<\/span>Sprint Planning<\/span><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span>Sprint Review<\/span><\/a>\u00a0or Demo, and\u00a0<\/span>Retrospective meeting<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. They influence conflict resolution and communication, focusing on Scrum values of openness, respect, and honesty.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. They should be good experts in planning and estimation. They know how to generate reliable and practical plans for software development projects.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. They should be friendly and communicative. When the team is moving fast in Agile, communication is the key force that holds the team together.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. They help colleagues to clarify goals and actions to achieve them.<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. They forecast the number of deliverables possible in an iteration.<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. They should act as coaches in Agile practices, teaching individuals and interacting over processes and tools.<\/span><\/li>\n
  8. They should be able to shield their team from outside distractions.<\/span><\/li>\n
  9. They track and remove impediments.<\/span><\/li>\n
  10. Scrum Masters serve their team members before considering themselves.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    What Are the Scrum Master’s Responsibilities and Duties?<\/span><\/h3>\n

    What does a Scrum Master do? He or she should be able to:<\/span><\/p>\n