Having been a scrum master in the past, I get information and materials related to Agile development, especially Scrum methodologies. A couple of years ago I came across this video. It was recently updated, so I thought I would share it with my readers that may be interested in Scrum development practices. Scrum Master in [...]

Today I came across a great video that covers the basics of scrum in about eight minutes.  Check it out for yourself. Scrum software Or use the direct link: Scrum in under 10 minutes

The GROW model of coaching helps a leader to get a team or group started down the right path on a new assignment: G: Goals – Agree on goals and objectives.  Set long-term goals and reach a consensus with the team.  Ensure that you have their buy-in. R: Reality – Assess the Reality of the [...]

I have read recently that if you buy a Johnson and Johnson rectal thermometer and take out the instructions from the box and read them carefully there is a notice that in small print says: “Every Rectal Thermometer made by Johnson & Johnson is personally tested and then sanitized.” When your own job get’s you [...]

I was invited to represent Novell at a recent BYU alumni networking dinner. The purpose of the event was to help students network with experienced professionals to talk about their career paths and the importance of networking in their professional lives. The event started out with some hors d’oeuvres and uncoordinated mingling. I was able [...]

Several years ago when I worked as a manager in a retail establishment, I learned a true lesson from a friend and mentor. We were hiring employees that would be facing the customers. All of our interview questions centered around their knowledge of the retail industry. After one particular interview, my friend and I discussed [...]