3 signs that your Scrum Master is failing the team. Sign 2.

Scrum Master Missteps: Part 2 of 6 – Is Micromanagement Creeping In?

Venturing further into the world of Scrum, there’s another aspect that’s been gnawing at my thoughts, and it’s one that many of us have witnessed in various team settings – micromanagement. But, here’s the shocker: It’s making its way into Scrum too!

The Sprint Planning Quagmire

Imagine this: Your Scrum Master is there, calculator in one hand, pen in the other, meticulously breaking down tasks, allocating work amounts, and – the cherry on top – assigning tasks to developers during the Sprint planning. Sounds familiar? Well, let’s face it. It’s a formula for disaster.

Empowerment Over Assignment

Sprint planning is when magic happens. It’s that dynamic space where:

Drafting the Goal : Developers and the product owner collaborate to draft a Sprint goal.Forecasting : The developers take the lead, making their own forecast without external imposition.Discovering Roles : Figuring out who does what should be an organic process, discovered as the Sprint unfolds.

Steer Clear of the Accounting Trap

If you notice your Scrum Master treating Sprint planning like an accounting session, with names being put against tasks like items on a checklist, it’s a glaring red flag. This isn’t about ticking off tasks. It’s about fostering an environment where a team performs at its peak, feels ownership, and thrives.

In essence, if you want a high-performance team, let them breathe, let them own their space, and most importantly, let them be. Trust me, the results will be worth it!

Stay connected as we continue to shine a light on Scrum Master signals that could be potential game changers. Knowledge is power, and you’re just amping it up!

 

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