Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)Scrum Theory & PrinciplesMedium
A Scrum Master observes that the Developers are consistently performing tasks in isolation, rarely collaborating or helping each other, even when one member is struggling. This leads to bottlenecks and delays. Which Scrum Value is primarily lacking in this team dynamic?
- AFocus
- BCommitment
- COpenness
- DRespect
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Respect
The scenario describes a lack of collaboration and mutual support, leading to individual struggles and bottlenecks. While other values might be indirectly affected, 'Respect' is primarily lacking because it encompasses valuing each other as capable, independent people, and this often translates into mutual support and collaboration to leverage collective skills and help overcome individual challenges, ensuring the team's overall success.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Focus is about concentrating on the Sprint Goal, which might be impacted but isn't the root cause of isolation.
- B. Commitment is to the Sprint Goal, but the lack of collaboration indicates a breakdown in supporting each other to achieve that goal.
- C. Openness is about transparency, not directly about collaborative work ethics.
Scrum Value: Respect
Scrum Team members respect each other to be capable, independent people.
- Fosters a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Encourages helping each other and valuing diverse skills.
- Essential for self-managing teams to thrive.
Memory trick: Respect is the glue that binds a team together.