T-Shaped Skills: Agile's Generalized Specialist | PMI_ACP Exam Prep with a Practical Example (2024)

In this insightful video, Nidhi Kohli, the project management and Agile mentor at EduHubSpot, discusses the importance of being a T-shaped employee in the current dynamic professional landscape. We move beyond the traditional notion of an 'I-shaped' employee, who, although possessing in-depth knowledge in a specific area, lacks versatility.

The concept of T-shaped skills combines depth of knowledge in a specific field (the vertical bar of the T) and a breadth of knowledge in other related domains (the horizontal bar of the T). Nidhi explains how this combination is highly valued in today's organizations due to the complexities and interdependencies of modern work environments.

The term "generalized specialist" - a term you will frequently encounter in PMI-ACP exam preparations - is discussed in detail. Nidhi explains how these specialists, who embody T-shaped skills, are not just limited to their area of expertise but are also willing and able to contribute in other areas when the need arises. This holistic view of work promotes project success and organizational growth.

To further solidify this concept, Nidhi compares the value contributions of two software developers: one with I-shaped skills and another with T-shaped skills.

🔑 Key takeaways from the video:
 Understand the concept of T-shaped skills and its value in today's dynamic professional landscape.
 Learn about "generalized specialists" and their role in Agile project management.
 Comparison of I-shaped and T-shaped employees using real-world examples.
 Insights into how T-shaped skills contribute to the success of projects and the overall organization.

In the end, Nidhi asked a question. During a project execution, the scrum team realized that the they need more expertise in a particular area.
A. Find alternate ways to execute the project.
B. Find a resource with the required skills
c. Train the resource using in house resource
d. Arrange an external training for the member who will work in that area

Nidhi also explained the answer using the elimination technique of EduHubSpot.

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