The Agile Daily Standup - AgileDad Dedicated vs. Rotating Scrum Masters
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Aug 7, 2025 The discussion dives into the pros and cons of having dedicated versus rotating Scrum Masters. Listeners hear about the deep connections that can form with a dedicated approach, as opposed to the flexibility and diverse perspectives brought by rotation. Team dynamics and agility are highlighted as key aspects influenced by these roles, along with real-life experiences that shed light on the ongoing challenge of improving team cohesion amidst constant change.
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Dedicated Scrum Master Experience
- Lee Henson spent his first many years as a dedicated Scrum Master to one or two teams and built deep relationships.
- Even after 10+ years, he stays in contact with some team members due to these strong bonds.
Value of Both Scrum Master Types
- Lee values both dedicated and rotating Scrum Master roles for their unique learning opportunities.
- Rotating Scrum Masters quickly assess teams and apply successful experiments from other contexts.
Try Flexible Scrum Master Pool
- Consider a flexible Scrum Master pool with yearly team rotations to keep ideas fresh.
- New teams get dedicated Scrum Masters; stable teams self-manage with occasional guide.