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Continuing the discussion from our previous episode, Bob and Josh recall their journeys into conference speaking.  We also provide a few lessons learned in hopes of one of our listeners decide to try out speaking at a conference.  What are you waiting for? Go submit a talk to your favorite conference!

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Bob has a new role!  We cover the changes happening for Bob in his new role as the Program Chair for TechWell and the changes he aims to implement in future conferences.  We also dig in a bit to what it takes to become a great conference speaker.

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On October 12th, Bob and Josh hosted a live, unscripted podcast recording session answering the audience's questions in real time.  This episode is the recording of that session.  We hope you enjoy it and we look forward to answering your questions at a conference near you!

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Many organizations overload the scrum master role, causing confusion for both the team(s) and the scrum master themselves.  We tackle this issue in response to a question from a listener's question (thanks Tim from Germany).  

Have you been asked to serve multiples roles in your organization?  Are you operating as a scrum master and an organizational coach?  We'd love to hear how you are handling the situation in the comments below!

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• Meta-Cast listeners use code MC20 to receive 20% off any 4 or 5 day TechWell conference package, in addition to Super Early Bird pricing! Visit well.tc/mc20 now to get your special offer.
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Bob and Josh revisit a topic from a recent panel they participated in covering the challenges many management roles face in a transition to agile.  We talk through the key differences between traditional management and agile leadership.  

If you, or someone you know, is struggling with this transition, look no further than this episode!

How do you define the difference between management and leadership?  Start a discussion in the comments below!

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In our previous episode, we detailed when it is appropriate to create tasks for each of your stories.  After listening to that episode, a listener requested some details on the differences between stories, epics, and tasks.  So here we go!

How does your team use these terms?  Share your thoughts, ideas, and preferences in the comments below.

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When it comes to planning sprints and their associated user stories, should your team also create, assign, and size individual tasks?  Bob and Josh debate this topic and help you streamline your team's sprint planning and execution.

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Scrum can be a real drag.  After dozens and dozens of sprints, your team looks forward to yet another sprint with all of the same ceremonies.  Hooray...

How can you make the endless sea of sprints that lay ahead of your team look less dreary?  FUN!  

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We've all been there.  Scrum is getting old, and you want to try something new.  Here comes Kanban to save the day!  Maybe not.  Kanban sometimes just makes things worse.  We help you figure out if Kanban is right for you.

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Great leadership is hard to find.  When you boil leadership down to its essence, all you need is a little responsibility.  

In this episode, learn what great leadership looks like so that you can either grow into a great leader for find a great leader to learn from.

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