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- What made you want to become a Scrum master?
- How did you train for this field?
- What are the most important personal and professional traits for Scrum masters?
- What do you like and dislike about this career?
- Is certification important? If so, why?
- Any advice on breaking into the field?
- Has the work of Scrum masters changed in recent years? If so, how has it changed?
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