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Strategic Project Portfolio Management [Book Review]

Rebel’s Guide to PM

It sounds simple – we all know we should do it, but it’s hard to know where to start for a new PMO. It’s everything a novice PMO Manager needs to know to support her project managers at work. Reading this was a pleasure; I’m sure I’ll refer to it again in the future – and if you work in a PMO, you should too.

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Servant Leadership in PMO Management: A Path to Success

The IIL Blog

However, the traditional hierarchical management approach is evolving, giving rise to the concept of servant leadership within PMOs. Servant leadership is a leadership philosophy where the leader’s primary focus is on serving and empowering team members within the PMO. Tangible Benefits. Selecting the Right Tools.

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7 Factors of Good Governance

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Again, reuse documents that you have already produced to streamline the effort and ask around to see if your PMO or colleagues have templates that you can use. An older version of this article first appeared on the 2080 blog in 2016. An older version of this article first appeared on the 2080 blog in 2016.

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15 Non-Academic Project Management Books to Earn PDUs

Rebel’s Guide to PM

In this article, I’m saving you some time by highlighting 15 of my recommended books for PDUs, but first, let’s cover off some details about using reading. Great for PMO leaders or those who want to shape the future of strategic delivery in their businesses, with lots of practical checklists and guidance. PDU claim: 5 hours.

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2019 Project Management Conferences You Won’t Want to Miss

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Use this quick link menu below (on the main full article page) to jump to the relevant portion of the year. APM is always an exceptional event and I’ve spoken at it in the past (You can read my write up of the 2016 conference here ). PMO Conference UK: London, UK, 13 June 2019. The Future PMO: London, UK, 17 October 2019.

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2018 Project Management Conferences You Won’t Want To Miss

Rebel’s Guide to PM

This article, 2018 Project Management Conferences You Won’t Want To Miss , first appeared on Girl's Guide to Project Management. Use this quick link menu below (on the main full article page) to jump to the relevant portion of the year. PMO Conference UK: London, UK, 13 June 2018.

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Managing Virtual Teams: Strategies for Project Managers

Project Pulse Journal

In this article, we will explore the actions PMs can take to manage virtual project teams effectively, addressing common challenges and providing practical insights to enhance collaboration, governance, and performance. By providing clear directions, the PMO helps virtual teams operate cohesively and align with strategic objectives.

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