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My Journey to Becoming a PST: Lessons, Struggles, and Triumphs
- The author documented his journey to become a Professional Scrum Trainer (PST) in a blog called 'Road to PSM III.'
- The author underwent a period of intense learning and development with a commitment to high-quality standards, value-driven empiricism, and people-led self-management guided by Scrum values.
- Professional Scrum emphasizes value-driven empiricism through evidence-based inspection and adaptation.
- The author experienced humility after passing the PSM III exam, realizing how much more there was to learn.
- The journey of becoming a PST can take two years or more and involves evaluations of motivation, alignment with Scrum.org’s mission and values, and a drive to improve oneself and the community.
- The author learned that the PST journey isn't just about acquiring certifications but rather learning to guide others towards more meaningful work.
- Certifications and training hold little value without real practice to back them up. Professionalism in Scrum means tackling challenges with skill, creativity, and integrity through diligent practice guided by a shared set of values and principles.
- The author struggled with imposter syndrome and health challenges at the start of his journey, leading him to question his ability to become a PST.
- The PST journey tested the author's resolve repeatedly, with each setback serving as an opportunity to grow both professionally and personally.
- The author's key takeaways include authenticity in storytelling, the power of feedback, humility, challenging students, and being an instructor.
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