Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast: Agile storytelling from the trenches Throwing Features Over the Fence, The Disconnected PO | Robert Finan
Jan 3, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Robert Finan, an IT professional with over 25 years of experience in Agile transformations, sheds light on the role of Product Owners (POs). He contrasts effective POs who engage with their teams and foster collaboration against disconnected ones who merely toss requirements over the fence. Robert emphasizes the critical nature of quick feedback loops and tools like Story Mapping to enhance team alignment and growth. He also shares insights on transforming common anti-patterns into opportunities for improvement.
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Definition of Ready as a Smell
- Be wary of "definition of ready" as it can indicate a disconnected Product Owner.
- Address the root cause of this disconnect through discussion and collaboration.
Anti-patterns as Invitations
- View anti-patterns, like a distant PO or excessive reliance on "definition of ready," as starting points for discussion.
- Investigate why these patterns exist to uncover underlying issues and find solutions.
Start with the PO
- Prioritize working with the Product Owner at the start of a project.
- Ensure alignment on direction, feedback mechanisms, stakeholders, and other key elements.