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Jan 2024
17m 22s

Laurens Bonnema's Journey to Scrum Maste...

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About this episode

🔥 Welcome to our latest episode of "Becoming a Scrum Master"! In this must-watch video, we sit down with the incredible Laurens Bonnema, a seasoned professional scrum trainer and former scrum master, to dive deep into his inspiring journey in the scrum world.


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📜 In this Episode:


00:00 - Introduction to Laurens Bonnema

02:30 - The Unexpected Start in Scrum

05:45 - Learning from Early Failures

08:10 - Transforming into a Scrum Master

11:20 - Key Insights for Aspiring Scrum Masters

15:35 - Laurens' Top Book Recommendation for Scrum Success


🌟 What You'll Learn:


How Laurens transitioned from traditional project management to scrum.

The importance of embracing failures and learning from them.

Evolution of the scrum master role: From directive to supportive leadership.

Practical advice for those aspiring to become successful scrum masters.

Laurens recommended reading for mastering Scrum.


💡 For All Aspiring Scrum Masters:


If you want to excel in your scrum journey, this video is a goldmine of insights and advice from a seasoned expert. Laurens' experience and tips provide valuable learning for both newbies and experienced practitioners in the field of scrum.


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