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There are multiple definitions out there to answer this question. Put it all together in simple words- Coaching is a collective involvement of multiple attributes that are used by a coach to assist their coaches to enhance and progress towards a superior future (for example, accomplish goals, make better decisions, improved behavior, efficaciously handle a particular scenario, etc).
In the course of coaching, the coach guides the coaches to address the challenge with a simplified approach. The coach always stays neutral and creates a secure place for the coaches to find a solution.
Here is what Scrum Master as a coach does:
Here is what Scrum Master as a great coach does:
For a Scrum master to be effective, undoubtedly coaching is quintessential. With the right teaching skills and facilitation, coaching capacitates the Scrum Master to be triumphant at their role. Professional Scrum Master coaches the Product Owner, the Development Team, and the organizations. Also, coaching emancipates the best out of the team and managers.
1. Establishing a relation that is trust-based. Efficacious coaching is a relationship that is based on respect and trust. This is helpful to establish a safe and open environment between the coach and coaches. In the course of time, this kind of relationship lets the coaches feel secure to uncover their potential and move ahead in the course of transformation. The Scrum Master acts as a gateway to enable trust-based relationships.
2. Generative Listening. It wouldn’t be an exaggeration in telling that the listening ability of the coaches plays a vital role in the successful outcome of coaching conversations. Though it takes a lot of practice to listen to people, knowing what to let go does the trick. A great coach always tries hard to sense the in-depth meaning of a conversation with the coaches. Generative listening in simple words can be defined as listening with a purpose, that has openness, empathy and permits possibilities to emerge.
3. Powerful Questioning. A very basic question which we would have at this point is what is powerful questioning and how do we define it? A powerful question is a question that is clarifying, unbiased, inviting, open-minded, solution-focused, empowering and challenging. The scrum Master has to master the art of powerful questioning.
4. Leading by an example. Who is a good coach/ a great coach? This question doesn’t have a set answer. Nevertheless, a good coach is someone with a tremendous learning attitude, is flexible, who constantly works on improving him/herself, welcomes feedback, and is okay to experiment and be not afraid of failure. Scrum Master as a coach must showcase behaviors that he/she wishes from coaches.
5. Focusing on the present. It is crucial for coaches to focus on the present and make gradual progressions with the coaches. There are various people who either carry their past experiences or live in their future fantasy land. In such cases, a good coach should help them realize and make them understand the criticality of living in the present.
6. Accept and admit the coaches as whole and resourceful. A coach should acknowledge his/her coaches to be whole and resourceful. This is derived from the co-active coaching approach. Such an approach tends to render empowering solutions. Meanwhile, to avoid criticism, provide structure, provide constructive feedback, throw the coaches constructive challenges, and etc.
7. Being a servant-leader. One of the significant responsibilities of a Scrum Master is serving the Scrum Team. The Scrum Master acts as a servant leader and functions from outlooking serving others. According to the Scrum Guide, the Scrum Master is a Servant Leader for the Scrum team. It is an indispensable responsibility for the Scrum Master to serve the team’s agenda rather than their own.
PLEASE is an easy and straightforward model for the Scrum Masters. It is a six-step approach that helps in orientation whenever a Scrum Master is starting with a new Scrum team. Let us take a look at the PLEASE model-
The Roles and responsibilities of a Scrum Master can be divided into -
A Scrum Master coaches the development team to achieve the following outcomes:
A Scrum Master coaches the Product Owner to:
A Scrum Master coaches individuals in the organizations to-
After learning everything there is about coaching, a good question that pops up in our minds is- ‘How long does it take for a Scrum Master to be a great coach?' Though there is no accurate answer for this, it may take 2-8 years of practice and devoted learning. Nonetheless, it is quite important to kick start your journey today for you to become a great coach someday!
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Register TodayA Scrum Master guides teams to enhance their processes, make better decisions, and achieve goals through effective coaching techniques.
While anyone can aspire to be a Scrum Master coach, it requires specific skills, knowledge of the Scrum framework, and a commitment to continuous learning.
Yes, coaching principles can be applied in various contexts, including corporate training, personal development, and leadership.
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