How can I get into the agile section of project management?

SGT Jamell Culbreath — Wed, 23 Jan 2019 16:17:32 -0500

I am looking to get into the Scrum Master field. I have a project management background, but would like to get into the agile section of project management. Can any assist? Any info is greatly appreciated.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 24 at 2019 12:17 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 24 Jan 2019 12:17:15 -0500

How much software experience do you have?

Response by PV2 Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 18 at 2020 12:45 PM

PV2 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 18 Aug 2020 12:45:40 -0400

I would suggest looking into an organization that is using Agile. A lot of Federal government has moved to Agile and Scrum, particularly IT and software development. I am a Certified Scrum Master and an Advanced Certified Scrum Master. Finding the right organization that has a use for your skill set as well as the organizational leadership's willingness to allow Agile. It took some doing where I am at, but the leadership has seen my teams work efforts and realized the value of it.
I personally love Agile. I am also a member of a couple of Agile Meet up groups. Meetup.com has a number of Agile groups. I suggest start there, network, and take the course. You won't regret it.

Response by SGT DeMario McIlwain made Mar 25 at 2021 6:30 PM

SGT DeMario McIlwain — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 18:30:54 -0400

I know it’s been a while since you provided this post. I truly wanted to know if you decided to become a Scrum Master? (I actually have a few Agiel certifications under my belt to include CSM & PSM)

Response by Rose Summy made Apr 28 at 2024 9:56 AM

Rose Summy — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 09:56:18 -0400

Transitioning into the agile side of project management, especially aiming for a Scrum Master role, sounds like an exciting move!