Scaling Agile Coaching in the Enterprise, 2

Written By Allison Pollard

Photo by B. K. Dewey

Like I posted previously, some agile coaches and I have had a few conference calls to talk about scaling agile coaching in the enterprise.  During our last call, we answered questions from a Scrum Master friend of mine working with multiple teams in different locations; management wanted month-long sprints, and we talked about common problems with month-long sprints, who should be choosing the sprint length, and some tips on how to help the teams work effectively from a common backlog.  I'm happy to report that our advice proved to be helpful, and the teams got the 2-week sprints they desired--it turns out that management was concerned about the "overhead" of sprint planning, review, and retrospectives, and since my friend could explain how the length of the meetings would adapt to the sprint length, the issue was resolved.

I'm also happy to announce that we're having another call on Monday, January 20th at 10:30am Central time.  If you're interested in joining the call, contact me for information.

Allison Pollard

Allison Pollard helps overwhelmed technical leaders debug their management approach. She teaches them how to manage up, support people through change, and make time for strategic work. Her education in computer science, mathematics, and English from Southern Methodist University helps her connect technical work with people management. As a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) and Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Allison focuses on improving product delivery and leadership culture. Her experience includes work in energy, retail, financial, real estate, and transportation industries. Allison regularly speaks at global conferences like Scrum Gatherings and Agile Alliance's Agile20xx. She promotes women's leadership as the program director for Women in Agile's Mentorship program. When she's not working, Allison likes to drink lattes and listen to Broadway musicals. Allison is a proud glasses wearer and co-owner of Middlegame Partners.

http://www.allisonpollard.com
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