How do you know your team’s Scrum Master is successful? I identified ten Scrum Master success indicators from a team perspective, from self-sufficiency to delivering valuable Increments to embracing self-management. How Do You Compare?
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Behind every successful Scrum Team is an unsung hero: the Scrum Master.
They are the team’s guide, supporting them in turning the Scrum Guide’s principles into everyday practice. Their coaching cultivates an environment where self-management thrives, and everyone embraces Scrum Values. The ultimate tribute to a Scrum Master’s work? A high-performing team, demonstrating agility and innovation—without requiring the Scrum Master to hold hands.
Here is my list of ten Scrum Master success indicators:
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Contrary to popular belief, Scrum Master success does not depend on making themselves completely obsolete. There will always be the need for a facilitator, a second opinion, a coach, or a mentor. However, a successful Scrum Master leaves the spotlight for the team, stepping back behind the stage.
How would you know that your Scrum Master is successful? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments.
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