Q4 - Johanna Rothman

Q4) Where would you send a seasoned PM who wants to know more about agile project management and software development?

 

First, I would suggest that the PM read _Manage It!_, because some seasoned PMs have funny ideas about Agile. Agile is the most disciplined approach to software, because the discipline arises from the team (with obstacle removal by the PM). But some seasoned PMs don't realize that the team's discipline is more important than the PM's discipline. With a disciplined team, the team can accomplish great things. But with just a disciplined PM, everyone is frustrated, and only the PM can solve problems. Not a scalable solution. Then, it depends on how the PM learns and the PM's experiences. A seasoned PM with an open mind might benefit from an Agile conference or a Scrum class. But in my experience, the PM will need to learn collaboration and team skills. The best place to do that is at the AYE conference (yes, I'm one of the hosts).

Comments

[Project Management Software]

I would suggest that the PM read _Manage It!_, because some seasoned PMs have funny ideas about Agile.

[Computer Networking LA]

Not a scalable solution. Then, it depends on how the PM learns and the PM's experiences. A seasoned PM with an open mind might benefit from an Agile conference or a Scrum class.