We know we are supposed to learn from our projects. While we know this, acknowledge it and theoretically agree with it, for the most part we don’t do it. Lessons aren’t learned so much as they are observed. Can we change?
When agile teams get comfortable with starting a story in one sprint and finishing in the following one, problems arise such as delayed feedback and added low-value work. Understanding the main causes of “carryover” and the associated challenges can help you find ways to avoid or limit the bad habit.
While it is possible (and necessary) to be a friendly project manager to your team, being a friend isn't the best idea. But an organization that has good camaraderie within the body of its workforce can increase employee satisfaction. How do we strike a balance? Here we look at building a friendly work environment.
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"I've always believed in the adage that the secret of eternal youth is arrested development." - Alice Roosevelt Longworth |
