Use a Burndown Chart to Spot Problems | Top 7 Burndown Chart Anti-patterns

Here’s a breakdown of common burndown chart anti-patterns. These are patterns can signal deeper issues in team performance, estimation, or process adherence. The list includes 7 anti-pattern signals, what causes each of them, and how to address it.

I used ChatGPT to help identify common Burndown Chart Anti-patterns.


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⏱ Chapter Markers...
00:00 - Burndown Chart Anti-patterns
00:15 - The meaning of these anti-patterns
00:25 - Me and the GPT
00:55 - 1. Flat Line at the Top
01:46 - 2. Steep drop at the end
02:51 - 3. A zig-zag pattern
03:52 - 4. Flat line at the bottom
05:25 - 5. Constantly over the ideal line
06:28 - 6. Not updating the chart daily
07:45 - 7. Tracking tasks instead of value
08:42 - Summing up Burndown Chart Anti-patterns

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