Stefan Wolpers
Professional Scrum Trainer at Berlin Product People GmbH
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What students say about Stefan
Jan 10, 2024
Stefan Wolpers was masterful
Stefan Wolpers guided us through 2 days of exercises, great conversations and competent teaching. The level of communication before, during and after the course has been of the highest standards and his facilitation has been masterful. I'm glad I signed up for his Advanced Professional Scrum Master Training.
Dec 28, 2023
Empowering and Insightful
I found the class to be an incredibly valuable experience. It was well-structured, providing a comprehensive overview of the Scrum Master role and responsibilities, along with an in-depth look into the nuances of Scrum practices.
Stefan was very knowledgeable and not only adept at explaining complex concepts but also skilled in facilitating engaging discussions among participants.
One of the most beneficial aspects of the class was the exchange of real-world experiences with other participant. These examples illustrated how Scrum could be more or less effectively implemented in different project environments, highlighting common challenges and strategies for overcoming them.
Overall, I left the class feeling more confident in my Scrum knowledge and better prepared for the PSM II exam. I would highly recommend this class to anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Scrum and advance their skills as a Scrum Master.
Oct 19, 2023
Entire class involvement and breakout…
Entire class involvement and breakout sessions made this very engaging.
Oct 12, 2023
Outstanding Course
Stefan Wolpers was an outstanding instructor and shared great knowledge and real world perspective.
Oct 4, 2023
Great experience - "You reap what you saw"
What I really liked about it was the constant usage of facilitation techniques & Liberating Structures to engage all participants & harness the collective knowledge while reaching the goal of the exercises during the workshop.
Therefore, my experience was great because I could really leave with some insights from the whole group that I could apply in my daily work starting from the next day.
"You reap what you saw" and in this case, it was the collective intelligence of everyone in the training class.
Oct 4, 2023
Very Practical
very practical, alot of insightful exercises
Sep 29, 2023
Benefits for Beginners and More Experienced POs
Stefan designs the course with varied activities so that participants can get involved regardless of their practical experience with Scrum. Lots of interaction and discussions allow beginners to benefit from the advanced.
Jun 21, 2023
Really efficient class!
I liked the different types of tools he used while explaining the theory.
Jun 16, 2023
Many helpful information and hints
Many helpful information and hints, which gave me a much better understanding of the Scrum Framework form the PO perspective. Stefans personality runs hand in hand with his wide knowledge and made the class most enjoyable. I am looking forward to the next Scrum Class with him.
May 16, 2023
Fun and insightful
Good preparation, facilitation skills, and the pace offered time to reflect and grasp the information.
Mar 28, 2023
Best training in my career !
The PAL-E training has been the 2nd class I took with Stefan and it has been outstanding again. Great content, extremely interactive, fun, intelligent - Stefan's way of getting across knowledge is one-of-a-kind and you can sense his experience in every single statement. Truly the best virtual classes I have visited in my professional life and I can (and already do) highly recommend Stefan's trainings !
Mar 21, 2023
Wunderbares Training mit Stefan
Wunderbares Training mit Stefan
Stefan ist ein sehr cooler Trainer, der mit vielen Beispielen aus seiner reichhaltigen praktischen Erfahrung das Training anreichert und interessant macht. Zudem führt er souverän durch die Übungen. Insgesamt lernt man in entspannter Atmosphäre mit Spaß sehr viel. Absolut empfehlenswert.
Mar 3, 2023
super helpful training
It was a helpful, informative training in a relaxed atmosphere. Stefan was kind, patient and well organized. Thank you!
Mar 3, 2023
Very practical and usefull training
Very practical and usefull training. A lot of insights, which I'll try to use in day by day activities.
Feb 1, 2023
Mr Stefan Wolpers is an amazing…
Mr Stefan Wolpers is an amazing trainer. Very knowledgable and patient with our misunderstandings and mistakes. Happy to correct and help to connect to increase understanding.
I will most certainly be taking other opportunities when i am able to do so
Feb 1, 2023
Nice Workshop!
It was an excellent intro to liberating structures. A mostly collaborative workshop, not so much a class. If you expect exam preparation here, you'll be disappointed. If you want to grow as a Scrum Master, it will certainly be time well spent.
Jan 28, 2023
Great experience
The instructor Stefan was knowledgeable and experienced, and the course material was well-organized and easy to understand. The hands-on exercises and real-world examples helped solidify my understanding of the concepts covered. Overall, I highly recommend this training to anyone looking to advance their understanding of Scrum and agile methodologies.
Jan 26, 2023
I'm not a PO
I'm not a PO, so I took the class to learn more about the role. The class was very informative and interesting. It should also give me a better chance of passing the exam. I also enjoyed meeting the other class participants and hearing about their experiences.
Thank you.
Dec 19, 2022
Another great class
Another great class. Great use of liberating structures to ensure equal participation and meaningful discussion between trainees and Stefan as a coach.
Dec 13, 2022
Highly recommended class for Scrum Masters
The training was detailed, structured and super useful, both in terms of the knowledge gained and meeting fellows sharing experience.
Knowledge and tools are applicable in practice as well.
Nov 3, 2022
Totally recommended
Great presentation of the acrum framework and the role of the product owner with a focus on clarification of the root concepts
Oct 17, 2022
Phenomenal class
Phenomenal class. Great preparation, great organization and a very thorough preparation for the PSM I certification. Even though I already work in a scrum environment it made me understand a few things better and showed me where improvement can be gained. I 100% recommend to visit one of Stefans classes.
Sep 22, 2022
The class was really good
The class was really good. The exercises were time boxed well and the class kept a good pace. Stefan did a great job with presenting information and keeping us engaged.
Sep 9, 2022
Highly Recommend This Class
This class was extremely engaging and collaborative. The amount of information conveyed was immense and all of it relative to the work I do on a day to day basis. I highly recommend this class to Product Owners of any level.
Sep 9, 2022
Great exercises
Great exercises throughout the training and really liked getting to know the other course attendees.
Jul 27, 2022
Insightful and full of feedbacks
Insightful and full of feedbacks
Trainers provided deep down feedbacks about corporate-reality in comparison with ideal state with wide range of consequences and scale of scrum's applicability. Detailed classes with knowledge and under the hood information. Tiny, yet effective homework given during classes helped to ensure understanding. Instructors are guys with real experience out of books.
Jul 21, 2022
It had good exercises to help review…
It had good exercises to help review the Scrum methodology. It was a good refresher.
Jul 7, 2022
Fantastic class, but I wish I heard more about Scrum in practice at our company
This class was fantastic and I appreciated the scrum learnings. I will say 1) I wish classmates introduced themselves and 2) talked more about their own scrum experiences because real examples of putting scrum into practice were sometimes missing.
Jul 4, 2022
Learned PO basics with lots of practical examples
Learned PO basics with lots of practical examples. The class was really well prepared and organized. It was really fun. Thank you Stefan.
Jun 30, 2022
Great Depth of Knowledge & Experiance
The depth is experience that Stefan Wolpers possesses was evident in his ability to answer questions of all levels during the 4 training sessions. I particularly appreciated his willingness to tease apart Scrum answers into application in real life with examples.
Jun 7, 2022
An exceptional experience!
A very well-structured class with an exceptional didactic concept: It triggered intense discussions about the concepts behind the Scrum Guide's statements and the instructor got this remote group in touch with each other almost as if we had had a face-to-face group. I also very much appreciate the bonus material authored by our instructor Stefan Wolpers, like the Scrum Guide Reordered, which was extremely helpful for preparing the PSM II exam.
Jun 1, 2022
Great PSM 2 class with Stefan
Great class facilitated by Stefan with plenty of interactions, discussions and interactions. The 2-days flew by!
May 5, 2022
Stefan was great
Stefan was great, really awesome instruction and as a Product Owner who works primarily in Kanban I loved the focus on the scrum framework fundamentals.
Apr 26, 2022
more consciousness about how agile Leaders should act …
A good course to get more consciousness about how agile Leaders should act in a complex environment. Stefan guides through the course in a enjoyable clamful and clear way. We had great discussions in the course. I clearly recommend it.
Apr 7, 2022
It was great
It was great! I felt I was in a meeting of a Community of Practices all the time... with the gentle guidance of Stefan Wolpers.
All the training was well prepared and really balanced. Never felt tired or burned out. A real pleasure and great learning.
Even if another certification is not your beach I would advise taking it.
I learn a lot with my peers attending it and with our mentor/coach/tutor.
Apr 2, 2022
For PSM II look no further than Stefan Wolpers
Stefan is a fantastic trainer who brings a wealth of experience and ideas. His facilitation skills are second to none. The use of liberating structures was amazing to experience and learn for my own practice. Everyone in the training remained engaged and you learned just as much from your peers then the trainer.
Apr 1, 2022
The instructor was excellent
The instructor was excellent. Nice break up of the material and a good refresher of Agile practices and Scrum.
Suggestion would be to develop more open assessments with questions more like what would be on the certification exam.
Apr 1, 2022
Excellent class
Excellent class - Stefan had hands on experience and wisdom to share, and was great at facilitating discussion between us - I expected knowledge sharing and engaging topics, which is exactly what happened - there was a mix between sharing and learning, which really worked for me
Mar 28, 2022
A great experience!
Stefans PSM II class was very well prepared and structured.
Participants use a variety of Liberating Structures, self-managing and interactions to learn as a group.
Highly recommended!
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I found Peter Riegersperger’s review of one of Stefan's classes very appropriate: „The moments where he teaches are rare, the moments where he helps you create solutions on your own are plenty“
Feb 25, 2022
Excellent course with a lot of…
Excellent course with a lot of interactive parts...
Feb 22, 2022
Stimulating training
Very well structured training, interactive and stimulating! Strongly recommended
Feb 12, 2022
Hands-on and well organized
A great class - again! Highly hands-on. Big thank you to Stefan for this well organized learning experience.
Jan 31, 2022
Great class to progress scrum knowledge!
A fast moving class where you don't realise you're learning whilst you go. Due to the situation the class was 100% online, Half day meaning there was time to do the course and cover the bases at work and still get a good learning outcome. Stefan Wolpers was knowledgeable and engaging and kept the pace moving so there was never a lull. Thanks to Stefan and the other attendees for making it engaging and fulfilling.
Jan 30, 2022
I would totally do this on a daily basis - Great opportunity to learn
Really nice workshop-like mood by facilitating the exercises using Liberating Structures.
The guided structure was set in stone by Stefan and concrete suggestions when needed/requested were provided which basically filled in the dots when I felt the need of knowing more/ when I had questions. (The Parking lot idea was really cool to see in action)
The people that have attended were active and we're focused during the 4-day training sessions and together we have created an exciting experience.
I would totally do this on a daily basis as it is a great opportunity to learn.
Thank you very much again for the engaging training!
Jan 29, 2022
Highly recommend the approach and style…
Highly recommend the approach and style that Stephan used in the training sessions to make the engaged and productive
Nov 5, 2021
Great class, good practical examples, very helpful discussions
Great class, good practical examples, very helpful discussions
Oct 30, 2021
Learned a lot about Scrum and Agile mindset.
I took an online class with Stefan. Stefan was very professional throughout. The delivery was great, the course was fun, and he made really good use of coaching techniques and online tools to keep us engaged at all times - quite a feat in a zoom video call!
Oct 29, 2021
Stefan delivered the class excellently
Stefan delivered the class excellently, keeping us engaged and keeping it well paced and fun.
I personally found the subject matter and the teachings very informative and intend to apply what I have learnt.
Oct 22, 2021
A tightly packed very good course that…
A tightly packed very good course that serves the purpose very well. Stefan was able to keep the attention level very hight by using different techniques in good intervals.
Oct 1, 2021
Enjoyed and learned quite a bit in a…
Enjoyed and learned quite a bit in a very engaged class.
Sep 13, 2021
Great content
Well structured class with great content. Our tutor Stefan was very knowledgeable and had a pleasant didactic style that made learning interesting and kept us engaged.
Sep 6, 2021
Great Trainer
Stefans classes are one of the few things I can 100% recommend. You will understand Scrum and Agility, use and learn liberating structures and hear stories and insight from the trenches.
Sep 1, 2021
The class was all about getting practical knowledge on situations and challenges that Scrum Masters face.
The class was all about getting practical knowledge on situations and challenges that Scrum Masters face. We as a group were involved in various mini-workshops and were able to analyze a given case and find solutions, while at the same time share our own experience and knowledge. I would definitely recommend taking classes Stefan offers and enhance your skills as a Scrum Master and Agile Practitioner, while at the same time get guidance for successfully passing PSM exams.
Jul 20, 2021
Great class
Probably the best training I ever attended. Extremely driven and productive class, with interactive exercises that challenge you to think in Agile manner. Keeps the focus on the point regardless of the remote session.
Stefan for sure goes above and beyond to teach you how to be a real Scum master.
Jul 15, 2021
Top Training
Top Training, aus dem ich zahlreiche Impulse für meine Aufgabe als Product Owner mitnehmen konnte
Jun 30, 2021
very nice class
The class with Stefan was very good structured and entertaining. I had a lot of fun AND learned a lot. Recommended!
Jun 29, 2021
excellent!
excellent - vielen Dank!
May 23, 2021
Great experience!
It was a second time I attended a training led by Stefan and I strongly recommend. Stefan puts a strong emphasis on liberating structures and students interactions. He's an excellent trainer and his classes are highly engaging. Overall - one of my best learning experiences. I felt very confident taking my PSM II assessment two days after the class and passed on my first attempt.
May 23, 2021
The Professional Scrum Master II…
The Professional Scrum Master II training with Stefan Wolpers was very engaging and interactive, using a healthy dose of Liberating Structures to help embed the learning within our self-managing training groups. It was very rewarding to complete this training delivered by Stefan Wolpers of Berlin Product People GmbH and to share the learning with the other participants.
May 21, 2021
The course was awesome
The course was awesome. The trainer had a different approach for this training - more exercises than lectures. I think this is very useful and I will apply the learned experience in my practice as a Scrum Master.
May 18, 2021
Great PSPO-I course
The class was well structured. It is a mix of theory and practice. Although it was a live session, it was very interactive. Stefan always encouraged participants to be active through teamwork in small groups and collaboration tools. He also provided homework and study materials that are very helpful and useful for working a Scrum team and for the test.
May 18, 2021
Very knowledgeable trainer that makes…
Very knowledgeable trainer that makes you work through to concepts and topics with small exercises and discussions (rather than going through endless slides) and then providing his insights from several years of experience.
May 7, 2021
Very interesting and insightful…
Very interesting and insightful training, super interactive although it was completely done remotely
May 7, 2021
Well structured training with a good mixture of theory, practical examples and exercises
Very well structured training with a good mixture of theory, practical examples and exercises. The trainer - Stefan Wolpers - showed very good knowledge of the subject and shared his personal experience. The training will foster some changes in my implementation of the Scrum framework.
Apr 30, 2021
Stefan's online PSPO-I-class provided…
Stefan's online PSPO-I-class provided the perfect mix of great team-sessions and fascinating presentations.
Apr 30, 2021
One of the best courses I have ever…
One of the best courses I have ever made. Stefan transmits the "Scrum spirit" which is anchoring, he transfers the knowledge in an effective and comprehensive way. Thanks!
Apr 26, 2021
The content and the pace of the session…
The content and the pace of the session was perfect. Mr. Stefan W. was very well prepared for each day and that ensured each session progressed smoothly
Collaboration tools were used to significantly improve interaction, these were so user friendly that after day one, I did not feel it any different from live sessions,
Apr 24, 2021
I can only recommend this course
I can only recommend this course. The teacher is very experienced and the course and tasks very well organized.
I can definitely recommend that course. It helped me a lot in understanding what the tasks of a Product Owner is as well as to pass the examen.
Thanks Stefan!
Michael
Apr 23, 2021
Awesome online class
Awesome online class. Enjoyed Stefans presentations and the team tasks.
Apr 23, 2021
The best!
Clear, instructive, perfectly organized and easy to understand! Loved it!
Apr 1, 2021
Very professional
Very professional! I enjoyed the class very much!
Mar 21, 2021
Excellente training course.
Excellente training course.
Mar 19, 2021
A fantastic Scrum Master I course, well designed and executed :)
I enrolled to this course because, after I did a product owner course, I wanted to understand the perspective of the Scrum Master. I have to say that I would recommend this course much more to people that start with scrum rather than the product owner one, as it's more focused on the core scrum values that the whole team should share.
Concerning the quality of the teaching: I would wholeheartedly recommend you any course with Stefan Wolpers. He knows the trade like nobody else and his methodology helps you in grasping the intricacies of scrum both in a technical and emotional level.
I would encourage you to do this course, even if you are not planning in adopting scrum in your organization! A great experience :)
Mar 18, 2021
Very hands-on class with lots of…
Very hands-on class with lots of concrete takeaways to help in real world scenarios. Reinforced practices and highlighted things that helped in passing the PSM II exam but that was merely a bonus as the content of the class is so useful - certifications or not. Stefan Wolpers is an excellent trainer with broad practical and theoretical knowledge on the subject and his classes seem to have very good working atmosphere (this was a second class by him that I have taken).
Mar 17, 2021
Fantastic course with Stefan
Fantastic course with Stefan - I specifically chose to join the class that he was facilitating as I was familiar with him from the Age of Product and have enjoyed and learnt from lots of his articles. He didn't disappoint. Hugely knowledgeable and the delivery of the various elements of learning via Mural & Liberating Structures was inspiring and shall be plagiarised! A thoroughly enjoyable and thought provoking learning experience for which I must thank him and the other attendees.
Mar 16, 2021
Collaborative Learning - PSM II
This training is a great way to guide your understanding on Scrum -once again- in the right direction. It is highly practical, well organised, engaging and demanding -in a positive way.
The teaching is heavily based on pair-work, collaboration and interaction within the group, using Liberating Structures and other exercises.
Most of which, will be easily adjusted to different scenarios, so it's also a great addition to a SM's toolbox. I learned a lot, had fun and met 12 amazing professionals. Thank you, Stefan!
Mar 12, 2021
Helpful and engaging
The training was great, it was engaging by having conversation-focused exercises and practicing Liberating structures. I received great materials and knowledge that I can use further on.
We talked briefly about the PSM exam and what to expect, the focus was more on experimenting with new techniques and connecting with other professionals.
I would add that if you are looking to learn new things and remind yourself about core Scrum, this is great training.
Mar 10, 2021
Effective & fun training
This class brought much more than I anticipated. Stefan used great tooling in which concepts became clear and created a balanced way of interaction at the same time. Stefan is a very clear communicator. I've really learned a lot in 4 days.
Mar 7, 2021
Great class, perfectly managed ...
Great class. Perfectly managed, learned a lot. Great preparation for the PSM 1 certicate. Highly recommended!
Mar 5, 2021
I highly recommend this course
Stefan is an amazing teacher. His online course was great and highly interactive. His approach of Scrum is pragmatic, and experience-based.
Feb 26, 2021
Perfectly organised/executed - super interactive
The class was organised super well, at no point in time was anything unclear or vague. Structure, length, concept and delivered content were useful to achieve a well-founded and good knowledge-level on Scrum and Scrum Mastery. Stefan did an exceptional job of leading through the class, embracing and encouraging a lively and constructive exchange between all participants. The fact that the class was held remotely via zoom did not constrain us in any way. All selected tools were useful and appropriate. Would definitely recommend this class.
Feb 2, 2021
Stefan expertly guides the class to…
Stefan expertly guides the class to create knowledge as a group. The moments where he teaches are rare, the moments where he helps you create solutions on your own are plenty.
Dec 16, 2020
Excellent training
Excellent training, we learned a lot on the product owner role and scrum in general. All aspects covered were greatly understood by the trainer who also gave good advice on practices. Overall the goal was achieved, and in bonus I managed the certification exam
Dec 14, 2020
Many exercises with practical advices.
Many exercises with practical advices.
Dec 11, 2020
A highly informative series of classes…
A highly informative series of classes that naturally built upon what it promised ie - in preparing attendees to become Scrum Masters. Classes had a perfect balance of instructor-led and working group sessions. @Stefan Wolpers - GREAT job at being our instructor..
Dec 10, 2020
I have greatly enjoyed this course with Stefan
I have greatly enjoyed this course with Stefan. He takes care that the lessons are always interesting and fun. Moreover, his approach gives room for everyone to express themselves and to get to know to each other. I can wholeheartedly recommend it.
Dec 10, 2020
Excellent class
Excellent class, revealing more hands-on practices and strategies to find solutions in the role of PSPO than I expected.
Dec 7, 2020
Great experience!
Great experience!
The class was highly interactive but also paced to adapt to the participants.
We learnt by doing and had a lot of fun in the process!
Dec 4, 2020
Great class
Well organized, very knowledgeable trainer, made scrum fun while conveying all the important aspects
Nov 19, 2020
Very enjoyable class where all your…
Very enjoyable class where all your questions get answered. Lot of practical exercises which help to validate what has been learned.
Nov 18, 2020
Insightful
Insightful
A very insightful class with great dynamics. Stefan experience flows through, while giving a voice to every atendee to share his/her own providing the right mood on the class.
Nov 13, 2020
Very engaging class with great level of energy
Very engaging class with great level of energy, information sharing and TBR. Covers Scrum very well and engages participants to explore and learn further.
Oct 15, 2020
Informative and fun training
The Training was well organized and structured. Everything ran easy, smooth and well. It was a lot of fun in a nice class environment.
Oct 15, 2020
Great and fun class!
Very great online class with a lot of room for lively discussions and time for team collaboration.
I very much liked that each topic / area of learning was summarized at the end of the section. The summary was clear and well structured.
Most of all I had a lot of fun and I am happy to take the things I learned back into my daily business.
Oct 12, 2020
Great expirience!
Thanks to Stefan Wolpers. The PSM2-class was a great experience in which I learned so much.
Oct 8, 2020
Awesome training and successful exam completion
I had the pleasure to join Stefan in his PSPO training and I have successfully passed the PSPO I exam. The training is very informative, covering relevant topics well, supported by interactive exercises and nuggets of knowledge from Stefan's own experience. I felt well prepared for the exam and I fully recommend it.
Oct 5, 2020
Best online training ever!
4 half-day training sessions teaching how to be Scrum Product Owner.
Useful for both Scrum novices as well as seasoned PO/PM pursuing certification. Stefan (trainer) excels in providing engaging ways to learn Scrum core principles and values as well as sharing his experience of working on different projects.
Oct 3, 2020
One of the best training on Scrum
Stefan’s virtual PSPO class was one of the best training on Scrum I have ever attended. The pace was right, the people were friendly, and Stefan was a superb host and knowledgeable tutor.
Oct 2, 2020
Great remote training session
Great remote training session, looking at the Scrum and Product Owner basics and more.
Great use of Liberating structures to engage the group, different exercises and food for thought!
Oct 2, 2020
Stefan's class was outstanding
Stefan's class was outstanding. Not only is Stefan an extremely knowledgable and experienced Scrum expert but also a very calm and nice instructor with an very competent use of tools for remote learning. Additionally we had a very focused and determined group of people attending this online course. If I ever consider doing another Scrum-related course, it will surely be with Stefan.
About Stefan
Scrum found me back in 2006 when the Development Team of my then client asked me to become their Scrum Master and talk some sense into the founder.
At the time, I had no clue what that would entail, but I wanted to help and agreed anyway, and I have been working in the industry ever since as Scrum Master, Product Owner, or agile coach. Typically, my clients fall into two categories: fast-growing, venture capital-backed startups, or large (non-tech) corporations. In both cases, dealing with culture while introducing Professional Scrum has been my focus.
I love sharing knowledge and creating community, thus providing others with new perspectives and opportunities—which is also reflected in my engagement in the agile community: I blog, I curate the Food for Agile Thought newsletter, I host a global Slack community of agile peers, and I am the founder of the Agile Camp Berlin conference.
What students say about Stefan
Jan 10, 2024
Stefan Wolpers was masterful
Stefan Wolpers guided us through 2 days of exercises, great conversations and competent teaching. The level of communication before, during and after the course has been of the highest standards and his facilitation has been masterful. I'm glad I signed up for his Advanced Professional Scrum Master Training.
Dec 28, 2023
Empowering and Insightful
I found the class to be an incredibly valuable experience. It was well-structured, providing a comprehensive overview of the Scrum Master role and responsibilities, along with an in-depth look into the nuances of Scrum practices.
Stefan was very knowledgeable and not only adept at explaining complex concepts but also skilled in facilitating engaging discussions among participants.
One of the most beneficial aspects of the class was the exchange of real-world experiences with other participant. These examples illustrated how Scrum could be more or less effectively implemented in different project environments, highlighting common challenges and strategies for overcoming them.
Overall, I left the class feeling more confident in my Scrum knowledge and better prepared for the PSM II exam. I would highly recommend this class to anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Scrum and advance their skills as a Scrum Master.
Oct 19, 2023
Entire class involvement and breakout…
Entire class involvement and breakout sessions made this very engaging.
Oct 12, 2023
Outstanding Course
Stefan Wolpers was an outstanding instructor and shared great knowledge and real world perspective.
Oct 4, 2023
Great experience - "You reap what you saw"
What I really liked about it was the constant usage of facilitation techniques & Liberating Structures to engage all participants & harness the collective knowledge while reaching the goal of the exercises during the workshop.
Therefore, my experience was great because I could really leave with some insights from the whole group that I could apply in my daily work starting from the next day.
"You reap what you saw" and in this case, it was the collective intelligence of everyone in the training class.
Oct 4, 2023
Very Practical
very practical, alot of insightful exercises
Sep 29, 2023
Benefits for Beginners and More Experienced POs
Stefan designs the course with varied activities so that participants can get involved regardless of their practical experience with Scrum. Lots of interaction and discussions allow beginners to benefit from the advanced.
Jun 21, 2023
Really efficient class!
I liked the different types of tools he used while explaining the theory.
Jun 16, 2023
Many helpful information and hints
Many helpful information and hints, which gave me a much better understanding of the Scrum Framework form the PO perspective. Stefans personality runs hand in hand with his wide knowledge and made the class most enjoyable. I am looking forward to the next Scrum Class with him.
May 16, 2023
Fun and insightful
Good preparation, facilitation skills, and the pace offered time to reflect and grasp the information.
Mar 28, 2023
Best training in my career !
The PAL-E training has been the 2nd class I took with Stefan and it has been outstanding again. Great content, extremely interactive, fun, intelligent - Stefan's way of getting across knowledge is one-of-a-kind and you can sense his experience in every single statement. Truly the best virtual classes I have visited in my professional life and I can (and already do) highly recommend Stefan's trainings !
Mar 21, 2023
Wunderbares Training mit Stefan
Wunderbares Training mit Stefan
Stefan ist ein sehr cooler Trainer, der mit vielen Beispielen aus seiner reichhaltigen praktischen Erfahrung das Training anreichert und interessant macht. Zudem führt er souverän durch die Übungen. Insgesamt lernt man in entspannter Atmosphäre mit Spaß sehr viel. Absolut empfehlenswert.
Mar 3, 2023
super helpful training
It was a helpful, informative training in a relaxed atmosphere. Stefan was kind, patient and well organized. Thank you!
Mar 3, 2023
Very practical and usefull training
Very practical and usefull training. A lot of insights, which I'll try to use in day by day activities.
Feb 1, 2023
Mr Stefan Wolpers is an amazing…
Mr Stefan Wolpers is an amazing trainer. Very knowledgable and patient with our misunderstandings and mistakes. Happy to correct and help to connect to increase understanding.
I will most certainly be taking other opportunities when i am able to do so
Feb 1, 2023
Nice Workshop!
It was an excellent intro to liberating structures. A mostly collaborative workshop, not so much a class. If you expect exam preparation here, you'll be disappointed. If you want to grow as a Scrum Master, it will certainly be time well spent.
Jan 28, 2023
Great experience
The instructor Stefan was knowledgeable and experienced, and the course material was well-organized and easy to understand. The hands-on exercises and real-world examples helped solidify my understanding of the concepts covered. Overall, I highly recommend this training to anyone looking to advance their understanding of Scrum and agile methodologies.
Jan 26, 2023
I'm not a PO
I'm not a PO, so I took the class to learn more about the role. The class was very informative and interesting. It should also give me a better chance of passing the exam. I also enjoyed meeting the other class participants and hearing about their experiences.
Thank you.
Dec 19, 2022
Another great class
Another great class. Great use of liberating structures to ensure equal participation and meaningful discussion between trainees and Stefan as a coach.
Dec 13, 2022
Highly recommended class for Scrum Masters
The training was detailed, structured and super useful, both in terms of the knowledge gained and meeting fellows sharing experience.
Knowledge and tools are applicable in practice as well.
Nov 3, 2022
Totally recommended
Great presentation of the acrum framework and the role of the product owner with a focus on clarification of the root concepts
Oct 17, 2022
Phenomenal class
Phenomenal class. Great preparation, great organization and a very thorough preparation for the PSM I certification. Even though I already work in a scrum environment it made me understand a few things better and showed me where improvement can be gained. I 100% recommend to visit one of Stefans classes.
Sep 22, 2022
The class was really good
The class was really good. The exercises were time boxed well and the class kept a good pace. Stefan did a great job with presenting information and keeping us engaged.
Sep 9, 2022
Highly Recommend This Class
This class was extremely engaging and collaborative. The amount of information conveyed was immense and all of it relative to the work I do on a day to day basis. I highly recommend this class to Product Owners of any level.
Sep 9, 2022
Great exercises
Great exercises throughout the training and really liked getting to know the other course attendees.
Jul 27, 2022
Insightful and full of feedbacks
Insightful and full of feedbacks
Trainers provided deep down feedbacks about corporate-reality in comparison with ideal state with wide range of consequences and scale of scrum's applicability. Detailed classes with knowledge and under the hood information. Tiny, yet effective homework given during classes helped to ensure understanding. Instructors are guys with real experience out of books.
Jul 21, 2022
It had good exercises to help review…
It had good exercises to help review the Scrum methodology. It was a good refresher.
Jul 7, 2022
Fantastic class, but I wish I heard more about Scrum in practice at our company
This class was fantastic and I appreciated the scrum learnings. I will say 1) I wish classmates introduced themselves and 2) talked more about their own scrum experiences because real examples of putting scrum into practice were sometimes missing.
Jul 4, 2022
Learned PO basics with lots of practical examples
Learned PO basics with lots of practical examples. The class was really well prepared and organized. It was really fun. Thank you Stefan.
Jun 30, 2022
Great Depth of Knowledge & Experiance
The depth is experience that Stefan Wolpers possesses was evident in his ability to answer questions of all levels during the 4 training sessions. I particularly appreciated his willingness to tease apart Scrum answers into application in real life with examples.
Jun 7, 2022
An exceptional experience!
A very well-structured class with an exceptional didactic concept: It triggered intense discussions about the concepts behind the Scrum Guide's statements and the instructor got this remote group in touch with each other almost as if we had had a face-to-face group. I also very much appreciate the bonus material authored by our instructor Stefan Wolpers, like the Scrum Guide Reordered, which was extremely helpful for preparing the PSM II exam.
Jun 1, 2022
Great PSM 2 class with Stefan
Great class facilitated by Stefan with plenty of interactions, discussions and interactions. The 2-days flew by!
May 5, 2022
Stefan was great
Stefan was great, really awesome instruction and as a Product Owner who works primarily in Kanban I loved the focus on the scrum framework fundamentals.
Apr 26, 2022
more consciousness about how agile Leaders should act …
A good course to get more consciousness about how agile Leaders should act in a complex environment. Stefan guides through the course in a enjoyable clamful and clear way. We had great discussions in the course. I clearly recommend it.
Apr 7, 2022
It was great
It was great! I felt I was in a meeting of a Community of Practices all the time... with the gentle guidance of Stefan Wolpers.
All the training was well prepared and really balanced. Never felt tired or burned out. A real pleasure and great learning.
Even if another certification is not your beach I would advise taking it.
I learn a lot with my peers attending it and with our mentor/coach/tutor.
Apr 2, 2022
For PSM II look no further than Stefan Wolpers
Stefan is a fantastic trainer who brings a wealth of experience and ideas. His facilitation skills are second to none. The use of liberating structures was amazing to experience and learn for my own practice. Everyone in the training remained engaged and you learned just as much from your peers then the trainer.
Apr 1, 2022
The instructor was excellent
The instructor was excellent. Nice break up of the material and a good refresher of Agile practices and Scrum.
Suggestion would be to develop more open assessments with questions more like what would be on the certification exam.
Apr 1, 2022
Excellent class
Excellent class - Stefan had hands on experience and wisdom to share, and was great at facilitating discussion between us - I expected knowledge sharing and engaging topics, which is exactly what happened - there was a mix between sharing and learning, which really worked for me
Mar 28, 2022
A great experience!
Stefans PSM II class was very well prepared and structured.
Participants use a variety of Liberating Structures, self-managing and interactions to learn as a group.
Highly recommended!
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I found Peter Riegersperger’s review of one of Stefan's classes very appropriate: „The moments where he teaches are rare, the moments where he helps you create solutions on your own are plenty“
Feb 25, 2022
Excellent course with a lot of…
Excellent course with a lot of interactive parts...
Feb 22, 2022
Stimulating training
Very well structured training, interactive and stimulating! Strongly recommended
Feb 12, 2022
Hands-on and well organized
A great class - again! Highly hands-on. Big thank you to Stefan for this well organized learning experience.
Jan 31, 2022
Great class to progress scrum knowledge!
A fast moving class where you don't realise you're learning whilst you go. Due to the situation the class was 100% online, Half day meaning there was time to do the course and cover the bases at work and still get a good learning outcome. Stefan Wolpers was knowledgeable and engaging and kept the pace moving so there was never a lull. Thanks to Stefan and the other attendees for making it engaging and fulfilling.
Jan 30, 2022
I would totally do this on a daily basis - Great opportunity to learn
Really nice workshop-like mood by facilitating the exercises using Liberating Structures.
The guided structure was set in stone by Stefan and concrete suggestions when needed/requested were provided which basically filled in the dots when I felt the need of knowing more/ when I had questions. (The Parking lot idea was really cool to see in action)
The people that have attended were active and we're focused during the 4-day training sessions and together we have created an exciting experience.
I would totally do this on a daily basis as it is a great opportunity to learn.
Thank you very much again for the engaging training!
Jan 29, 2022
Highly recommend the approach and style…
Highly recommend the approach and style that Stephan used in the training sessions to make the engaged and productive
Nov 5, 2021
Great class, good practical examples, very helpful discussions
Great class, good practical examples, very helpful discussions
Oct 30, 2021
Learned a lot about Scrum and Agile mindset.
I took an online class with Stefan. Stefan was very professional throughout. The delivery was great, the course was fun, and he made really good use of coaching techniques and online tools to keep us engaged at all times - quite a feat in a zoom video call!
Oct 29, 2021
Stefan delivered the class excellently
Stefan delivered the class excellently, keeping us engaged and keeping it well paced and fun.
I personally found the subject matter and the teachings very informative and intend to apply what I have learnt.
Oct 22, 2021
A tightly packed very good course that…
A tightly packed very good course that serves the purpose very well. Stefan was able to keep the attention level very hight by using different techniques in good intervals.
Oct 1, 2021
Enjoyed and learned quite a bit in a…
Enjoyed and learned quite a bit in a very engaged class.
Sep 13, 2021
Great content
Well structured class with great content. Our tutor Stefan was very knowledgeable and had a pleasant didactic style that made learning interesting and kept us engaged.
Sep 6, 2021
Great Trainer
Stefans classes are one of the few things I can 100% recommend. You will understand Scrum and Agility, use and learn liberating structures and hear stories and insight from the trenches.
Sep 1, 2021
The class was all about getting practical knowledge on situations and challenges that Scrum Masters face.
The class was all about getting practical knowledge on situations and challenges that Scrum Masters face. We as a group were involved in various mini-workshops and were able to analyze a given case and find solutions, while at the same time share our own experience and knowledge. I would definitely recommend taking classes Stefan offers and enhance your skills as a Scrum Master and Agile Practitioner, while at the same time get guidance for successfully passing PSM exams.
Jul 20, 2021
Great class
Probably the best training I ever attended. Extremely driven and productive class, with interactive exercises that challenge you to think in Agile manner. Keeps the focus on the point regardless of the remote session.
Stefan for sure goes above and beyond to teach you how to be a real Scum master.
Jul 15, 2021
Top Training
Top Training, aus dem ich zahlreiche Impulse für meine Aufgabe als Product Owner mitnehmen konnte
Jun 30, 2021
very nice class
The class with Stefan was very good structured and entertaining. I had a lot of fun AND learned a lot. Recommended!
Jun 29, 2021
excellent!
excellent - vielen Dank!
May 23, 2021
Great experience!
It was a second time I attended a training led by Stefan and I strongly recommend. Stefan puts a strong emphasis on liberating structures and students interactions. He's an excellent trainer and his classes are highly engaging. Overall - one of my best learning experiences. I felt very confident taking my PSM II assessment two days after the class and passed on my first attempt.
May 23, 2021
The Professional Scrum Master II…
The Professional Scrum Master II training with Stefan Wolpers was very engaging and interactive, using a healthy dose of Liberating Structures to help embed the learning within our self-managing training groups. It was very rewarding to complete this training delivered by Stefan Wolpers of Berlin Product People GmbH and to share the learning with the other participants.
May 21, 2021
The course was awesome
The course was awesome. The trainer had a different approach for this training - more exercises than lectures. I think this is very useful and I will apply the learned experience in my practice as a Scrum Master.
May 18, 2021
Great PSPO-I course
The class was well structured. It is a mix of theory and practice. Although it was a live session, it was very interactive. Stefan always encouraged participants to be active through teamwork in small groups and collaboration tools. He also provided homework and study materials that are very helpful and useful for working a Scrum team and for the test.
May 18, 2021
Very knowledgeable trainer that makes…
Very knowledgeable trainer that makes you work through to concepts and topics with small exercises and discussions (rather than going through endless slides) and then providing his insights from several years of experience.
May 7, 2021
Very interesting and insightful…
Very interesting and insightful training, super interactive although it was completely done remotely
May 7, 2021
Well structured training with a good mixture of theory, practical examples and exercises
Very well structured training with a good mixture of theory, practical examples and exercises. The trainer - Stefan Wolpers - showed very good knowledge of the subject and shared his personal experience. The training will foster some changes in my implementation of the Scrum framework.
Apr 30, 2021
Stefan's online PSPO-I-class provided…
Stefan's online PSPO-I-class provided the perfect mix of great team-sessions and fascinating presentations.
Apr 30, 2021
One of the best courses I have ever…
One of the best courses I have ever made. Stefan transmits the "Scrum spirit" which is anchoring, he transfers the knowledge in an effective and comprehensive way. Thanks!
Apr 26, 2021
The content and the pace of the session…
The content and the pace of the session was perfect. Mr. Stefan W. was very well prepared for each day and that ensured each session progressed smoothly
Collaboration tools were used to significantly improve interaction, these were so user friendly that after day one, I did not feel it any different from live sessions,
Apr 24, 2021
I can only recommend this course
I can only recommend this course. The teacher is very experienced and the course and tasks very well organized.
I can definitely recommend that course. It helped me a lot in understanding what the tasks of a Product Owner is as well as to pass the examen.
Thanks Stefan!
Michael
Apr 23, 2021
Awesome online class
Awesome online class. Enjoyed Stefans presentations and the team tasks.
Apr 23, 2021
The best!
Clear, instructive, perfectly organized and easy to understand! Loved it!
Apr 1, 2021
Very professional
Very professional! I enjoyed the class very much!
Mar 21, 2021
Excellente training course.
Excellente training course.
Mar 19, 2021
A fantastic Scrum Master I course, well designed and executed :)
I enrolled to this course because, after I did a product owner course, I wanted to understand the perspective of the Scrum Master. I have to say that I would recommend this course much more to people that start with scrum rather than the product owner one, as it's more focused on the core scrum values that the whole team should share.
Concerning the quality of the teaching: I would wholeheartedly recommend you any course with Stefan Wolpers. He knows the trade like nobody else and his methodology helps you in grasping the intricacies of scrum both in a technical and emotional level.
I would encourage you to do this course, even if you are not planning in adopting scrum in your organization! A great experience :)
Mar 18, 2021
Very hands-on class with lots of…
Very hands-on class with lots of concrete takeaways to help in real world scenarios. Reinforced practices and highlighted things that helped in passing the PSM II exam but that was merely a bonus as the content of the class is so useful - certifications or not. Stefan Wolpers is an excellent trainer with broad practical and theoretical knowledge on the subject and his classes seem to have very good working atmosphere (this was a second class by him that I have taken).
Mar 17, 2021
Fantastic course with Stefan
Fantastic course with Stefan - I specifically chose to join the class that he was facilitating as I was familiar with him from the Age of Product and have enjoyed and learnt from lots of his articles. He didn't disappoint. Hugely knowledgeable and the delivery of the various elements of learning via Mural & Liberating Structures was inspiring and shall be plagiarised! A thoroughly enjoyable and thought provoking learning experience for which I must thank him and the other attendees.
Mar 16, 2021
Collaborative Learning - PSM II
This training is a great way to guide your understanding on Scrum -once again- in the right direction. It is highly practical, well organised, engaging and demanding -in a positive way.
The teaching is heavily based on pair-work, collaboration and interaction within the group, using Liberating Structures and other exercises.
Most of which, will be easily adjusted to different scenarios, so it's also a great addition to a SM's toolbox. I learned a lot, had fun and met 12 amazing professionals. Thank you, Stefan!
Mar 12, 2021
Helpful and engaging
The training was great, it was engaging by having conversation-focused exercises and practicing Liberating structures. I received great materials and knowledge that I can use further on.
We talked briefly about the PSM exam and what to expect, the focus was more on experimenting with new techniques and connecting with other professionals.
I would add that if you are looking to learn new things and remind yourself about core Scrum, this is great training.
Mar 10, 2021
Effective & fun training
This class brought much more than I anticipated. Stefan used great tooling in which concepts became clear and created a balanced way of interaction at the same time. Stefan is a very clear communicator. I've really learned a lot in 4 days.
Mar 7, 2021
Great class, perfectly managed ...
Great class. Perfectly managed, learned a lot. Great preparation for the PSM 1 certicate. Highly recommended!
Mar 5, 2021
I highly recommend this course
Stefan is an amazing teacher. His online course was great and highly interactive. His approach of Scrum is pragmatic, and experience-based.
Feb 26, 2021
Perfectly organised/executed - super interactive
The class was organised super well, at no point in time was anything unclear or vague. Structure, length, concept and delivered content were useful to achieve a well-founded and good knowledge-level on Scrum and Scrum Mastery. Stefan did an exceptional job of leading through the class, embracing and encouraging a lively and constructive exchange between all participants. The fact that the class was held remotely via zoom did not constrain us in any way. All selected tools were useful and appropriate. Would definitely recommend this class.
Feb 2, 2021
Stefan expertly guides the class to…
Stefan expertly guides the class to create knowledge as a group. The moments where he teaches are rare, the moments where he helps you create solutions on your own are plenty.
Dec 16, 2020
Excellent training
Excellent training, we learned a lot on the product owner role and scrum in general. All aspects covered were greatly understood by the trainer who also gave good advice on practices. Overall the goal was achieved, and in bonus I managed the certification exam
Dec 14, 2020
Many exercises with practical advices.
Many exercises with practical advices.
Dec 11, 2020
A highly informative series of classes…
A highly informative series of classes that naturally built upon what it promised ie - in preparing attendees to become Scrum Masters. Classes had a perfect balance of instructor-led and working group sessions. @Stefan Wolpers - GREAT job at being our instructor..
Dec 10, 2020
I have greatly enjoyed this course with Stefan
I have greatly enjoyed this course with Stefan. He takes care that the lessons are always interesting and fun. Moreover, his approach gives room for everyone to express themselves and to get to know to each other. I can wholeheartedly recommend it.
Dec 10, 2020
Excellent class
Excellent class, revealing more hands-on practices and strategies to find solutions in the role of PSPO than I expected.
Dec 7, 2020
Great experience!
Great experience!
The class was highly interactive but also paced to adapt to the participants.
We learnt by doing and had a lot of fun in the process!
Dec 4, 2020
Great class
Well organized, very knowledgeable trainer, made scrum fun while conveying all the important aspects
Nov 19, 2020
Very enjoyable class where all your…
Very enjoyable class where all your questions get answered. Lot of practical exercises which help to validate what has been learned.
Nov 18, 2020
Insightful
Insightful
A very insightful class with great dynamics. Stefan experience flows through, while giving a voice to every atendee to share his/her own providing the right mood on the class.
Nov 13, 2020
Very engaging class with great level of energy
Very engaging class with great level of energy, information sharing and TBR. Covers Scrum very well and engages participants to explore and learn further.
Oct 15, 2020
Informative and fun training
The Training was well organized and structured. Everything ran easy, smooth and well. It was a lot of fun in a nice class environment.
Oct 15, 2020
Great and fun class!
Very great online class with a lot of room for lively discussions and time for team collaboration.
I very much liked that each topic / area of learning was summarized at the end of the section. The summary was clear and well structured.
Most of all I had a lot of fun and I am happy to take the things I learned back into my daily business.
Oct 12, 2020
Great expirience!
Thanks to Stefan Wolpers. The PSM2-class was a great experience in which I learned so much.
Oct 8, 2020
Awesome training and successful exam completion
I had the pleasure to join Stefan in his PSPO training and I have successfully passed the PSPO I exam. The training is very informative, covering relevant topics well, supported by interactive exercises and nuggets of knowledge from Stefan's own experience. I felt well prepared for the exam and I fully recommend it.
Oct 5, 2020
Best online training ever!
4 half-day training sessions teaching how to be Scrum Product Owner.
Useful for both Scrum novices as well as seasoned PO/PM pursuing certification. Stefan (trainer) excels in providing engaging ways to learn Scrum core principles and values as well as sharing his experience of working on different projects.
Oct 3, 2020
One of the best training on Scrum
Stefan’s virtual PSPO class was one of the best training on Scrum I have ever attended. The pace was right, the people were friendly, and Stefan was a superb host and knowledgeable tutor.
Oct 2, 2020
Great remote training session
Great remote training session, looking at the Scrum and Product Owner basics and more.
Great use of Liberating structures to engage the group, different exercises and food for thought!
Oct 2, 2020
Stefan's class was outstanding
Stefan's class was outstanding. Not only is Stefan an extremely knowledgable and experienced Scrum expert but also a very calm and nice instructor with an very competent use of tools for remote learning. Additionally we had a very focused and determined group of people attending this online course. If I ever consider doing another Scrum-related course, it will surely be with Stefan.
Courses taught by Stefan
Applying Professional Scrum
Professional Agile Leadership - Essentials
Professional Scrum Facilitation Skills
Professional Scrum Master
Professional Scrum Master II
Professional Scrum Master and Professional Scrum Product Owner
Professional Scrum Product Owner
Professional Scrum Product Owner - Advanced
Other Services by Stefan
- Coaching/Consulting
- Immersion Classes
- Private Courses
Upcoming Classes by Stefan
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Live Virtual
Date: Feb 15, 2024
Language: English
Class Format: Traditional
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Europe/Berlin
Live Virtual
Date: Mar 5-6, 2024
Language: German
Class Format: Traditional
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Europe/Berlin
Live Virtual
Date: Mar 12-15, 2024
Language: German
Class Format: Traditional
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Europe/Berlin
Live Virtual
Date: Mar 26-27, 2024
Language: English
Class Format: Traditional
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Europe/Berlin
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Professional Scrum Trainer
Professional Scrum Master I
Professional Scrum Master II
Professional Scrum Master III
Professional Scrum Product Owner I
Professional Scrum Product Owner II
Professional Scrum Product Owner III
Professional Scrum Developer I
Professional Agile Leadership I
Professional Agile Leadership - Evidence-Based Management
Professional Scrum Facilitation Skills
Professional Scrum Product Backlog Management Skills
Classes Attended by Stefan
Professional Scrum Master
Trainers:
Simon Reindl, Laurens Bonnema
Partner:
Xebia
Date:
Jan 16-17, 2019
Professional Agile Leadership - Essentials
Trainers:
Ron Eringa, Laurens Bonnema
Partner:
Xebia
Date:
Feb 10-11, 2020
Professional Scrum Product Owner
Trainers:
Ralph Jocham, Willem Vermaak
Partner:
Xebia
Date:
Feb 12-13, 2020
Professional Scrum Facilitation Skills
Trainers:
Glaudia Califano, David Spinks
Partner:
Red Tangerine
Date:
Jul 6, 2022
Professional Scrum Product Backlog Management Skills
Trainer:
Martina Luenzmann
Partner:
AIM better
Date:
Oct 30, 2023