Estimating work in agile can feel as tricky as a complicated relationship status—but story points are worth the commitment. Unlike hours, story points offer a more natural, accurate way to measure effort, improving planning speed, squad performance, and visibility into team growth. While the temptation to revert to absolute measures persists, sticking to relative estimation pays off. Like any good relationship, it takes discipline, learning, and perseverance—but in the end, it makes everything run smoother.

Every day, we make choices—big and small. But how do we determine what’s truly valuable? In the agile world, prioritization is often a struggle because we fail to quantify value beyond just financial impact. By following a structured, value-driven approach, we can make smarter decisions. Identify key drivers, assign weights, score backlog items, validate with stakeholders, and apply this principle consistently. True value isn’t just about money—it’s about what drives you and your organization forward. Prioritize wisely!

In the agile world, achieving a high-performing squad is the ultimate dream—like reaching a state of perfection. These rare teams communicate effortlessly, take full ownership of their work, and balance humility with deep expertise. They thrive on mastery, constantly learning and pushing boundaries while maintaining a culture of trust, laughter, and camaraderie. But such teams don’t just happen—they need to be recognized, nurtured, and given the space to excel. After all, as the saying goes: hire great people and get out of their way!