Climbing to the Summit of Scrum Mastery:The Mission Beyond Earning PSM III and PSPO III Certifications

This is a story of my journey to obtaining both the PSM III and PSPO III certifications—and the deeper mission behind them. PSM III represents a breakthrough in my mastery of Scrum knowledge, while PSPO III is the culmination of years of dedication to developing PO materials and internalizing product thinking. These two certifications are not just honors—they mark the beginning of a greater responsibility: I’ve set a goal to coach 100 CEOs to become CSPOs, helping more organizations understand the role and impact of a Product Owner as the CEO of their product.

At the same time, I’ve recognized my own learning gaps and have proactively immersed myself in Kanban and Agile Facilitation to broaden my professional depth. This reflects a commitment to continuous improvement—even after reaching the peak of Scrum expertise, the journey of humble learning continues. Ultimately, I aim to use knowledge, action, and teaching to empower more organizations and individuals to navigate the challenges of the VUCA and AI era through Scrum, discovering their core capabilities and driving sustained growth.

I hope that every student who joins my CSM and CSPO training journeys will gain deeper insights and inspiration through my continuous growth.

打造Scrum頂尖雙證照的高峰之路:取得 PSM III 與 PSPO III 後的使命

這是一段關於我取得 PSM III 與 PSPO III 雙證照 的歷程,以及其背後所承載的使命。PSM III 代表我在 Scrum 知識上的突破,而 PSPO III 則是我多年深耕 PO 教材、內化產品思維的成果。這兩張證照不只是榮耀,更是責任的開始——我立下目標,要培育 100 位 CEO 成為 CSPO,讓更多企業理解 PO 如同產品 CEO 的角色與影響力。

同時,我也看見自身的學習缺口,正積極投入 看板(Kanban) 與 敏捷引導(Facilitation),補強專業廣度。這是一種不斷精進的態度:即便站上 Scrum 頂峰,也要持續虛心學習。最終,我希望透過知識、行動與教學,讓更多企業與個人能用 Scrum 面對 VUCA 與 AI 時代的挑戰,找到核心能力,持續滾動成長。期待我的學生在CSM及CSPO培訓旅程,因為我的精進有更多的啓發及收穫。Let's Scrum On!

300 Guests Witness Glory:The Dual Celebration of PM-ABC’s 20th Anniversary and the Global Agile CEO Award

The 20th Anniversary of PM-ABC and the Global Agile CEO Award were combined for the first time, creating a dual celebration. From a pool of 20,000 PMPs and 1,000 CEOs, 300 distinguished guests were carefully selected, achieving an impressive 96% attendance rate—an extraordinary record for such a large-scale ceremony. The event was uniquely designed: instead of receiving cold trophies, award-winning CEOs and PM-ABC instructors walked a “star avenue,” waving for 15 seconds to savor their moment of glory, with personalized golden badges engraved with their names as lasting symbols of honor. Despite only two months of preparation, the feat was accomplished through the day-and-night collaboration of 11 volunteers embodying the Scrum spirit. The event generated over 200 media reports, allowing the world to witness PM-ABC’s 20-year impact in cultivating 20,000 PMP professionals and 2,000 CSMs, as well as the remarkable rise of Agile in Taiwan.

300位嘉賓見證榮耀:長宏20週年與全球敏捷CEO大獎的雙重盛典

長宏20週年慶與全球敏捷CEO大獎首度結合,成就雙重盛典。從兩萬位PMP與千位CEO中嚴選300位嘉賓,出席率高達96%,創下大型典禮罕見紀錄。典禮設計別出心裁:CEO大獎得獎人與長宏講師走星光大道、揮手十五秒享受榮耀時刻,取代冰冷獎座,以刻名黃金徽章作為榮耀象徵。籌備僅兩個月,全靠11位志工以Scrum精神日夜協作完成。所有媒體更突破200則報導,讓世界見證長宏20年培育兩萬專業PMP與2千位CSM人才的影響力與台灣敏捷的躍升。

From PgMP to PfMP: An 18-Year Journey to Rechallenge PMI’s Highest-Level Certification

For professionals aspiring to take on the PfMP, it represents far more than just a certification—it is a comprehensive methodology for strategic portfolio management. PfMP fills the critical gap between vision and execution, enabling leaders to drive transformation not only with agility but also in the right direction. With only about 1,700 holders worldwide and just 9 in Taiwan, its rarity highlights its value. The exam is roughly 1.5 times more challenging than PMP, but its logic is clear and well-suited for experienced senior executives. My advice to candidates is to prepare your PfMP application first, then dedicate two months to structured study. If your goal is to lead enterprises toward more stable transformations, align strategy, and amplify your influence, PfMP is unquestionably a milestone worth pursuing.

Five Weeks After a Fracture: Overcoming Challenges to Deliver the PM-ABC 20th Anniversary & Global Agile CEO Award Project

This fracture became one of the greatest tests of my life. The moment I fell in July, I heard the sound of my bone snapping, and the doctor told me it would take three months to recover. But just one month later was the PM-ABC 20th Anniversary and the Global Agile CEO Awards — how could I possibly be absent?

Fortunately, I met Dr. Pin-Chuan Chen at Taipei City Hospital, whose skill and compassion made all the difference. He freed me from the cast in just three days, and, against all odds, I was back on stage in only five weeks.

Behind the flawless ceremony were countless rehearsals and tireless efforts from my team. Many saw my confidence on stage, but behind it were pain, perseverance, and unwavering support. This experience reminded me that gratitude and courage are the true forces that carry us through even the toughest challenges.

骨折意外後五週重返舞台:完成長宏20週年暨全球敏捷CEO大獎的專案挑戰

這一次的骨折,對我來說是人生的一場大考驗。七月跌倒的那一刻,我聽見自己骨頭斷裂的聲音,醫生更告訴我需要三個月才能復原。但一個月後,就是長宏二十週年與全球敏捷 CEO 大獎,我怎麼能缺席?幸運的是,我遇到一位有醫德的陳品全醫師(聯合醫院),讓我在三天就脫離石膏,並在五週內奇蹟般站回舞台。

過程中,靠團隊無數次演練,才讓典禮看起來完美無缺。很多人看到的是舞台上的自信,但背後是痛楚、努力和守護。這段經歷提醒我懷著感恩與勇氣,才是帶我走出困境的真正力量。

從PgMP到PfMP:18年後再度挑戰PMI最高階證照的心路歷程

對於想挑戰 PfMP 的專業人士來說,這不只是一張證照,而是一套完整的策略管理方法論。PfMP能補足企業從願景到落地之間的缺口,幫助領導者在推動轉型時,不只是快速應變,更能走在正確的方向。全球僅約1700人持有,臺灣只有9人,證明其稀有與價值。考試難度大約是PMP的1.5倍,但其邏輯清晰,適合有經驗的高階主管挑戰。我建議準考者務必先準備好PfMP履歷,再投入兩個月系統化學習即可。若你希望未來能帶領企業完成更穩健的轉型、對齊策略並提升影響力,PfMP絕對是值得投入的里程碑。

【Change Begins with a Letter】How I Broke the 10-Year Scrum Recertification Rule and Enabled CSM Holders Worldwide to Renew Early

In 2014, I earned my CSM certification — and even back then, I found the rule requiring an 18-month wait to renew quite strange.
For the next ten years, everyone quietly accepted it — myself included.
But over the past two years of promoting CSM, I saw motivated learners being blocked by the system when trying to renew early. That’s when I decided: no more silence.

I wrote to the CEO of Scrum Alliance, shared a video and evidence explaining the issue — and to my surprise, it took just four months from proposal to policy change.
One letter changed the renewal policy for all CSM holders — and every Scrum Alliance certification worldwide.

When I saw the “Renew” button appear on a learner’s dashboard, I was genuinely moved.
This wasn’t just a technical fix — it was a true expression of the Agile spirit:
Identify the problem, take courageous action, and create real change.

Now, learners can begin the renewal process just 30 days after earning their certification.
You’ll find your expiration date under “My Certifications” on your dashboard, and all it takes to renew is submitting your SEUs and paying the renewal fee.

Even better — you also have the option to take any Scrum Alliance certification course to renew.
Once you complete the course, all your previous certifications will automatically extend to match the new one’s expiration date.
The system will also send you reminders, so you never miss a renewal.

And most importantly, I hope every learner remembers this:
You are not someone bound by systems — you can be the one who changes them.

【改變從一封信開始】我如何打破 Scrum 十年換證限制,讓全球 CSM 學員提早換證

我在 2014 年拿到 CSM,那時就覺得「要等 18 個月才能換證」這規則很奇怪。十年來,大家都默默接受,我也一樣。但在推廣 CSM 的這兩年,看到學員想提早換證卻被系統擋下,我決定不再沉默。

我寫信給 Scrum Alliance CEO,提供影片與證據說明問題,沒想到從提出到制度修改,只花了四個月。一封信,改變了全球 CSM跟所有Scrum Alliance證書的換證規則。

當我看到「Renew」按鈕出現在學員帳號裡,我真的很感動。這不只是技術改進,而是敏捷精神的實踐——發現問題,勇敢行動,創造改變。

現在,學員在獲得認證後30 天內就會開啟續證資格視窗。你可以在儀表板的「我的憑證」中看到到期日,只要提交學習時數(SEU)與續證費,就能完成續約。

另一個好消息是:你也可以選擇報名任何一門 Scrum Alliance 的認證課程來完成續約。只要完成課程,你過去取得的證照就會自動延長,有效期限會延續到新課程的有效期為止。系統也會主動發送續約提醒,不用擔心忘記。

我希望每位學員都記得:你不是被制度限制的人,你可以是那個推動改變的人。