How to create high-performing teams, innovative products and lead thriving businesses? The Agile Compass shares hands-on knowledge from 20+ years of experience in industries worldwide. Matthias is a Silicon Valley veteran and has been awarded the Agile Thought Leader award in 2022. His unique approach focuses on the human side of creating thriving organizations.
New Scrum Master and Product Owner Trainings
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I’m opening up my Scrum Master and Product Owner trainings to the public this year. I’ve been running these formats in-house for client teams for a while – and this year I wanted to make them available beyond company walls, too. What makes my approach a little differentThere are many solid Scrum trainings out there. Mine just leans extra hard into experiential learning. That means:
Certification is optional (and supported)Many participants take PSM I or PSPO I afterward – great if you want it. But the core focus is simple: becoming a better Scrum Master / Product Owner in day-to-day work. Public dates in March, April, MayIf you know someone who’s stepping into a Scrum Master or PO role (or wants to level up in practice), please forward this email. They can grab a seat here: 👉 Scrum Master Training (PSM I optional) 👉 Scrum Product Owner Training (PSPO I optional) All dates are remote/virtual for now. If you prefer a physical location, let me know in which city you would like me to offer a training. A note for fellow Scrum trainersIf you’re a trainer and you’re curious about how I design and facilitate these experiential formats: send me a message with “TRAINER”. We’ll find a good way for me to share the approach – and help you include this hands-on learning to your own trainings. See you in the training room. 🙂 Matthias P.S. If your company wants an in-house version for a whole team: reply with “IN-HOUSE” and a rough headcount, and I’ll send options. |
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How to create high-performing teams, innovative products and lead thriving businesses? The Agile Compass shares hands-on knowledge from 20+ years of experience in industries worldwide. Matthias is a Silicon Valley veteran and has been awarded the Agile Thought Leader award in 2022. His unique approach focuses on the human side of creating thriving organizations.
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