* Scrum master is responsible to facilitating daily scrum, sprint planning, sprint demo and retrospective meetings. * Possesses conflict resolution, does conversation by focusing on scrum values of openness, honesty and respect. * Should be a friendly communicative person, because when team is moving fast in Agile, communication is the effective force which holds the team together. * Needs to forecast the numbers of deliverables possible in an iteration, which is based on evidence and reliable source. * Needs to be expert in estimation and planning. He knows how to create useful, reliable and practical plans for software development projects. * Should be a good coach in Agile practices. S/he can coach individuals and interactions over processes and tools. * Help team or individual to clarify goals and actions to achieve them. * Ability to shield his team from outside distractions and interferences. * Ability to ensure the correct use of scrum process
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