A successful Sprint depends on effective Sprint Planning. Here are five tips to making your Sprint planning as effective and efficient as possible.

1. Prepare with Backlog Refinement workshops

A well-prepared and prioritized backlog is the primary input to Sprint planning. Backlog Refinement is where we confirm that backlog items (Stories) meet the Definition of Ready. Most teams run a recurring Backlog Refinement workshop several days before the Sprint starts. And the Product Owner must do her/h…

Here are some tips on how you can make sure to always have an effective and engaging team meeting.

1. Have a Clear Agenda

It's quite important to have a purpose for each meeting, otherwise it might become a time waster for your team. What is the purpose of your team meeting? What do you want to share during the meeting? Is it beneficial for everyone? What do you want to come out of the meeting?

2. Determine Who Should Attend

Now that you know your meeting’s purpose, who do you think should be in the…