Tue.Feb 07, 2017

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Gambling leadership

Musings on Project Management

Every [leader] is a gambler Admiral John McCain (the senator's father) Admiral Halsey's air commander, WW II in the Pacific. And, so what do we make of that idea?* To exert leadership, do we layer a propensity to gamble on top of the usual uncertainty that goes along with projects? Is it additive, or compounding? As a gambler, should we expect certain rules to apply. as in poker?

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How to Achieve Results Through Implementing PMO?

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Various government agencies have been the successful producing result for the past years, thanks, to adhering to mandatory policies. These agencies exert a lot of effort to become more effective and functional. However, the survey shows that not all government agencies are living up to their expectations being set on them; some are behind on schedule when it comes to projects and has a hard time to even achieve their objectives because of that.

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Why SMBs Should Invest In Collaboration Technology – Guest Post by Eileen O’Loughlin, Software Advice

Celoxis

According to Gartner research, collaboration software is growing in popularity among enterprise businesses. It’s so important, in fact, that it’s considered a critical capability that enterprises should prioritize when evaluating a new project and portfolio management (PPM) software. But what about small and midsize businesses (SMBs)? Is collaboration technology just a pie in the sky?

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5 Most Expensive Watches in The World

TimeCamp

When you imagine a successful businessman, how does he look? A perfectly tailored suit, expensive tie, shining pair of shoes, and a golden Rolex on his wrist. A Rolex that’s probably worth more than the rest of the outfit. However, compared to the five watches described on our list, a Rolex is a cheap toy. Take […].

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Understand Digital Debt, Form a Team, Set Goals, and Plan Roadmap for Transformation

Understanding digital debt is crucial before digital transformation. Assemble a team to assess internal operations, market pressures, and digital debt's impact. Define future digital vision with measurable goals. Refine hypotheses and conduct market analysis. Develop a roadmap for transformation with defined projects, cost estimates, and governance.

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How to Start a Project on the Right Track

Project Insight

We all want to get our projects off on the right track, but what does that really entail? In Project Insight's

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4 Tips for an Effective Project Management Plan

Wrike

Leaders always have to be ready to adapt to changing circumstances and meet fresh challenges. However, they’ll most likely reach successful outcomes with a thoughtful project management plan. What is a project management plan? It’s a road map that directs a team from the start date to completion. When leaders carefully plot the course ahead, using the right strategies, input, and tools, they position their teams to work efficiently and get things done.

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Planning is a waste. Spur of the moment is often good enough.

Lynne Cazaly

‘The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.’ - Walt Disney. There’s a message here from the Director of Your Life; don’t wait for the script to arrive. Get on with it. Everyday life is the biggest improvisation of all. No script. No rehearsal. Get straight out onto the stage of life and start performing! Ray Bradbury, the science fiction, horror and fantasy writer, said, ‘First you jump off the cliff and you build your wings on the way down’ An

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The 'triple threat' work skills for the future

Lynne Cazaly

Trying to make sense of the ongoing changes in the world seems like a tough ask sometimes; as soon as you’ve got your head around one shift or change. ‘thud’, along comes another, and then another. This is the world of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity ( VUCA ) after all. So what are we to do? And the emphasis is on ‘do’ We can’t just sit and wait things out.