Thomas Robison

Passionate about Business Transformation, & Increasing Value - Client Driven to create lasting Solutions - 🤍my wife Lillian, & boys Lincoln & Liddell -

[Department of State @StateDept]

American Citizens in UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Israel: To receive departure assistance information from the Department of State about available aviation and ground transportation options, please fill out the following form: https://t.co/CXuS2ET86z

[Virginia Football @UVAFootball]

The spirit of giving 🙌

Robbie Engelberg donated stem cells to someone in need 📺 @accnetwork PM

#GoHoos 🔶⚔️🔷

[Thomas Robison @RobisonThomas]

@CTCWP @CruickshankPaul Thanks @CTCWP & @CruickshankPaul for this insightful contribution from Richard Walton - The simple side of the Theorem is Capability & Intent remains constant and on regular display - ISK-SIG is beyond concerning -

[Thomas Robison @RobisonThomas]

@asiantourgolf @JohnCatlin59 First Class Event & a Class Act in @JohnCatlin59 - my family thoroughly enjoyed the gift of #saudiopen & Johnny C!

[Daniella Levine Cava @MayorDaniella]

Today we reflect on the Bay of Pigs anniversary, and honor the resilience, bravery and countless contributions of Miami-Dade's vibrant Cuban community. Su valentía y fortaleza nos recuerdan sobre la importancia de siempre luchar por la libertad y la justicia.

[NATO ACT @NATO_ACT]

#NATO deterrence and defence:
🇬🇷-led international live-fly exercise INIOCHOS'24 provides an opportunity for Allies to fly complex missions, specifically designed to enhance interoperability & increase combat readiness.
#WeAreNATO

[KSrelief @KSRelief_EN]

The departure of the 15th Saudi relief plane carrying food and shelter materials with a total weight of 31 tons, to be transported into #Gaza

[Thomas Robison @RobisonThomas]

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ومن خلال النبوءة الحديثة تتحقق رؤية العظمة

[Visit 𝐃𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐘𝐀𝐇 @VisitDiriyah]

على وقع رمالها..

وعلى صدى صوت خيولها 🐎

عزفنا ⁧#من_هالأرض⁩.. ⁧#سمفونية_أرض⁩!

[Thomas Robison @RobisonThomas]

@cnnbrk @kaitlancollins “It’s been a lovely cruise”

[#AfghanEvac @afghanevac]

Our website is a great resource. This YouTube video can help you navigate it, if you're visiting for the first time. https://t.co/s5SgM4bfIz

[RS21 @RS21smarter]

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RS21 is a data science company where innovation meets meaningful impact. We are looking for talented Data Analysts, Data Engineers, Software Developers & more.

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[Abt Global @AbtGlobalImpact]

We’re excited to be selected to join the @MediCal_DHCS Providing Access and Transforming Health (PATH) Technical Assistance (TA) Marketplace.

Find out how we can help support California’s Transformation of Medi-Cal #CalAIM: https://t.co/uEnNsvc0Xq

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

On Juneteenth, we commemorate the anniversary of the delayed but welcome news of freedom reaching the enslaved Black folks in Galveston, Texas. It’s a reminder that even in the darkest hours, there is cause to hope — and a reason to keep building a country that lives up to its highest ideals.

[Victor Shi @Victorshi2020]

For the good of our country & future generations, cameras must be allowed in the courtroom for United States v. Donald J. Trump.

I write for the Chicago Tribune about why the public — especially young people — deserves & needs it. Read & share below👇
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[Thomas Robison @RobisonThomas]

@thelaceylondon “Trust me…. He’s trained now.”

[Secretary Pete Buttigieg @SecretaryPete]

Today, we're announcing the first-ever U.S.-Canada EV corridor: a binational partnership which will make EV charging easier, and help us achieve our shared goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. https://t.co/Sp1zxXV1QR

[Jeff Sutherland @jeffsutherland]

First Principles of Scrum: Neuroscience

Scrum, a flexible and holistic product development strategy, emphasizes the creative and adaptive teamwork to solve complex problems. What many may not realize, however, is how deeply rooted Scrum's principles are in neuroscience, the scientific study of the nervous system and, more specifically, the brain. This paper will explore the fundamental neuroscience principles that underlie Scrum.

1. Collaborative Environment and Social Neuroscience

Scrum's core principle is collaboration, working as a self-organizing team where individuals collectively decide on the best way to achieve goals. Neuroscience, particularly social neuroscience, supports this principle. Humans, as social animals, have brains wired for connection and interaction. The social brain includes several interconnected regions, like the prefrontal cortex, amygdala, and anterior cingulate cortex, that are activated during social interactions (Adolphs, 2009). Working collaboratively can stimulate these brain areas, fostering a sense of trust, empathy, and mutual understanding, vital for team cohesion and effectiveness.

2. Iterative Progress and the Zeigarnik Effect

Scrum's iterative approach, where work is broken into manageable 'sprints', aligns with the Zeigarnik Effect – our brain's tendency to remember uncompleted or interrupted tasks better than completed ones. This psychological phenomenon reflects the brain's focus on achieving goals and its sensitivity to discrepancies between our current state and our desired state (Zeigarnik, 1927). By breaking down complex projects into smaller, manageable tasks, Scrum leverages the Zeigarnik Effect to maintain engagement and motivation throughout the project cycle.

3. Feedback Loops and Dopamine Reward System

Scrum incorporates frequent feedback loops, with regular reviews and retrospectives. Neuroscience reveals this aligns with the brain's dopamine reward system. When we receive positive feedback, our brain releases dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with feelings of pleasure and satisfaction. The anticipation of feedback can thus enhance motivation and performance (Schultz, 1998). Regular feedback in Scrum not only helps adjust course but also promotes a sense of achievement, driving teams to continually improve.

4. Adaptive Change and Neuroplasticity

At the heart of Scrum is the ability to adapt to change, which resonates with the brain's inherent property – neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity refers to the brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life. It allows the neurons (nerve cells) in the brain to compensate for injury and disease and adjust their activities in response to new situations or changes in their environment (Pascual-Leone et al., 2005). Just as Scrum teams adapt to changing project requirements, the brain adapts to new information, demonstrating the congruence between Scrum principles and the neuroplastic nature of our brain.

5. Empirical Process Control and Predictive Coding

Scrum's empirical process control, where decisions are based on observed experience and experimentation, parallels the neuroscience principle of predictive coding. Predictive coding theory posits that the brain continually creates and updates a mental model of the world to predict future events (Friston, 2010). Discrepancies between the prediction and actual experience (prediction errors) drive learning and adaptation. Similarly, Scrum encourages learning from experience, using 'errors' as opportunities for growth.

Conclusion

From the social brain's influence on collaboration to the dopamine reward system's role in feedback, the neuroscience principles aligning with Scrum are many. Understanding these underlying principles offers insights into why Scrum works and how to optimize its implementation. Just as neuroscience continues to evolve, so too does Scrum, continually adapting to deliver value in an ever-changing world.

[Thomas Robison @RobisonThomas]

@VancityReynolds @Wrexham_AFC @RMcElhenney Harkens to a day when owners cared more for Community than Corporation -