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Embracing Uncertainty: Rethinking Project Timelines in Agile Environments

Scrum.org

How is predicting the future working out for you? Unlocking Agile’s Potential by Successfully Navigating Uncertainty in Project Timelines For many of us, unexpected events stress us out. The idea of project management predictability is compelling. It often lures us into the trap of deterministic estimates. However, with Agile practices, where adaptability and responsiveness reign supreme, sticking to rigid timelines can be a recipe for disappointment.

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Working as an Introvert in an Extroverted World: 6 Tips for Introverts to Manage Presentation Anxiety

MPUG

It may just be me, but every time I present in front of a group (even virtually), I have a hard time sleeping the night before. It makes no difference if it’s a quick update or 20+ minutes of talking, something I’ve presented before or brand-new content, directed to people I know or complete strangers – when it’s time to present, my hands get sweaty, and yes, so do my armpits.

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Minimum Viable Library (3) — Agile Leadership Edition

Scrum.org

TL; DR: The Minimum Viable Library for Agile Leaders A new edition of the Minimum Viable Library on Agile Leadership is available! Explore a series of carefully curated collections of essential books, newsletters, podcasts, and tools to elevate your agile expertise. Read on and learn how the recommendations for agile leaders cover a wide range of topics, from the importance of self-managing teams and trust-based environments to the crucial roles of accountability and resilience.

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How To Take Amazing Cityscapes and Architectural Shots Using Drone Photography

Productivity Land

Urban environments offer a rich tapestry of stunning cityscapes and architectural marvels that are a dream for photographers. In recent years, drones have revolutionized urban photography by providing a unique perspective from the skies. In this article, we’ll delve into the world of urban drone photography, sharing tips and techniques to capture breathtaking cityscapes and architectural wonders while ensuring you navigate the urban jungle safely.

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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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Creating a Product Wall (1/7)

Scrum.org

Join the Mastering Agility Discord community! Picture this scenario: a Scrum Team, working in a company called Magnum Opus, is creating iris scanning security machines, deployed at airports worldwide. Biometric security measure are expected to be a massive trend in Q4 of 2023 and '24 onwards. How can a Scrum Team working on such a device ensure that it keeps doing the right things?

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Is a Scrum Master certificate really needed?

Scrum.org

Join the Mastering Agility Discord community! Certificates are always a nice little debate; are they needed? Should you get one as a Scrum Master? Does it make you better at your job? This is a wonderful question for Professional Scrum Trainers like Evelien and yours truly to answer.

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How To Take Your Office Productivity To The Next Level With Loose Leaf Binders

Productivity Land

In the modern whirlwind of information, staying organized is the linchpin of productivity and success. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or simply someone with a penchant for order, the trusty loose-leaf binder stands as a stalwart ally in your quest for efficient organization and customization. Its versatility transcends boundaries, finding relevance in offices, classrooms, and homes alike.

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Episode 186 – Mastering Effective Meetings: Strategies for Project Success

Velociteach

The podcast by project managers for project managers. Mastering effective meetings is essential for project managers, as successful meetings contribute significantly to project success. Rich Maltzman and Jim Stewart say we should apply the same strategic mindset to meetings as we do to projects, and they offer insights to enhance your facilitation skills to conduct successful meetings.

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15 Problem-Solving Strategies for Projects and Teams

ActiveCollab

In project management and team collaboration, problem-solving is the process of identifying and resolving issues that arise during a project. It is a crucial skill that helps fix broken processes, improve performance, and identify opportunities. Problem-solving enables project managers and team leaders to overcome challenges and achieve success. In this blog article, we will explore 15 problem-solving strategies that can revolutionize your approach and help you achieve success.

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Strategic Project Finance Essentials: A Project Manager’s Guide to Financial Metrics

Speaker: Ketan Jahagirdar - Sopheon’s Director of Product Management

Empower yourself as a project manager with insights that directly influence the financial landscape and strategic direction of your organization! Join us for a deep dive into the world of financial strategy, as we dissect key metrics that drive CFOs and business leaders’ investment decisions. This session will equip you with the necessary tools to craft compelling business cases as well as a comprehensive understanding of the crucial distinction between capital expenditure and operational expend

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Tilson CTO Offers Software Tips for Utility Contractors

Sitetracker

CTO of Tilson, a network deployment contractor with more than 700 employees and 20 offices, Jason Burns shares a rundown of the technology in place at Tilson, from the back office to the field, naming Sitetracker as one of their primary operations systems. The post Tilson CTO Offers Software Tips for Utility Contractors appeared first on Sitetracker.

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A Guide to Resource Management in PPM

Ganttic

Aren’t we lucky to live in a world where so many of our problems can be solved by a push of a button? Hungry? Get food delivered. Need a health check up? Book a doctor’s appointment online or use telehealth. Problems with your team’s dynamics and project workflow? Implement an online tool to help you work through the mess. Although maybe with the last one, it’s possible managers aren’t aware just how much of a help online tools for resource and project portfolio man