Mistakes to Avoid in Agile Project Management

Offered By: LinkedIn Learning

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Course Description

Overview

Learn how you can avoid common pitfalls of working in agile project management.

Syllabus

Introduction

Getting started

1. Launching Agile Project Management

Misunderstanding agile
Don't over-promise results
Set the right pace
Consistent project titles

2. Mistakes When Gaining Buy-In

Not setting the tone
Too much regulation
Lack of transparency

3. Mistakes When Building Teams

Assigning tasks
Overlooking values
Predicting, not estimating
Managing change incorrectly

4. Mistakes When Setting Cadence

Not planning
Not releasing frequently
Avoiding stakeholders
Missing feedback

5. Mistakes When Making Improvements

Starting too large
Avoiding metrics
Sitting still
Overlooking handoffs

6. Mistakes When Managing Work

Unclear priorities
Finishing vs. starting
Adding work

Conclusion

Setting yourself up for long-term success

Taught by

Michael de la Maza and Madecraft

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