Helping Nonprofits Create Twice the Impact in Half the Time at a Sustainable Pace
A common question in our Agile in Nonprofits training is if the organization/team *has* to use the name Scrum Master for that role within the team. It is called out as such in the Scrum Guide, but individuals/team/organizations asking this question are usually concerned with using the phrase ‘master’. While there have been numerous updates to the Scrum Guide in the 30 years since Scrum…
When teaching the Scrum framework, one of the common questions of the nonprofit professionals learning the framework is how are acceptance criteria and definition of done different? To help explain, let’s think about a favorite dessert treat for many. (Although no judgment if chocolate or brownies are not your favorite!) If I ask a group of folks in one of our trainings what…
In today’s dynamic and rapidly changing world, nonprofits face numerous challenges. To tackle these challenges efficiently, many organizations are formalizing their use of Agile methodologies like Scrum. But what exactly is a Scrum Team within a nonprofit organization? A Scrum Team in a nonprofit organization typically consists of individuals with different skills and expertise, ranging from project managers and developers to marketers and…
Nonprofits are always operating in a dynamic and constantly evolving landscape, with challenges that range from resource constraints and shifting donor and/or grantmaker priorities to changing regulations and community needs. To navigate this complexity, nonprofits need to embrace the four Agile values – that is, responsive, adaptive, and innovative. However, agility should not come at the cost of responsibility – that is, ensuring that the…
Completing a Registered Scrum Master for Nonprofits course can provide several benefits for nonprofit professionals. Here are six reasons why you might consider joining us for this course: Agile Project Management Skills: Scrum is a popular framework for agile project management. By becoming a Registered Scrum Master, nonprofit professionals can gain valuable skills in managing projects and teams using agile principles. This knowledge can…