

The True Purpose of Scrum, Enabling Individuals And Interactions | Mateusz Komander
Feb 10, 2025
Mateusz Komander, a Scrum Master at Heineken with a diverse background in biotech and airlines, shares insights from his journey in Agile delivery. He emphasizes that Scrum is not just about processes but rather about fostering meaningful team interactions. Mateusz recounts learning the hard way the importance of Scrum ceremonies, noting how neglecting them revealed hidden team conflicts. He also discusses the value of mentorship and the necessity of continuous adaptation within the Scrum framework to truly empower teams.
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Skipping Scrum Events
- Mateusz Komander, initially overconfident in his Scrum Master abilities, experimented with a five-person team by skipping key Scrum events.
- This led to hidden conflicts surfacing explosively during a later retrospective, revealing the importance of these events.
The True Purpose of Scrum
- Scrum is not just about following processes, it's about facilitating connections and interactions within the team.
- This realization helped Mateusz understand the true purpose of Scrum and his role as a Scrum Master.
Find a Mentor
- Find a mentor who can provide support and guidance, especially when starting in a challenging role like Scrum Master.
- Having someone experienced to turn to can alleviate doubts and provide valuable insights.