Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 20, 2021

Meeting management skills are no longer part of the Exam Content Outline (ECO), which you can download from the PMI website. The chair found it hard to give different people the floor as several people were due to give short presentations but he couldn’t make the laptop show their slides. There was lots of downtime. 7: Do The Work.

Technical Review 450

Technical Review Influencer PMI Software Review 450

Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 1, 2023

There’s now a trend towards calling them ‘power skills’ (started, I believe, by PMI) because calling them ‘soft’ makes them seem easy. Power skills include: Communication (written and verbal) Listening Stakeholder engagement Conflict management Negotiation Influencing Leadership Team building Change management.

Leadership 345

Leadership Risk Management PMI Governance 345

The Lazy Project Manager

MARCH 2, 2021

It was (and I still can’t quite believe this) one year ago that I last stepped off a plane after a visit to Geneva and Zurich to deliver a series of presentations and workshops for CERN and PMI Switzerland. Won the PMO Influencer of the Year award. And then came lockdown 2.0 (and And guess what?

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PMO Underperforming Technical Team Influencer 2019 298

Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

I think it’s been that way since A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge ( PMBOK® Guide ) finally included a tenth knowledge area on managing stakeholders (although in my mind, stakeholders were important to the project management profession way before PMI wrote it into the book).

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2013 Sustainability PMI Influencer 422

Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Projects are the future, a good portfolio office can influence and shape strategy and project management is the only way to holistically deliver improvements. If you have sat through any project management conference presentations or talked to someone evangelizing about the role of the PMO then you will have heard this stuff before.

2012 333

2012 PMO Manufacturing PMI 333

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 16, 2021

Soft skills include: Communication Leadership Self-awareness Confidence Resilience Teamwork Business acumen Influencing and negotiating Networking Stakeholder engagement. One in five projects is unsuccessful due to ineffective communication, according to research by PMI (The Essential Role of Communications, 2013). Networking.

Technical Review 350

Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team Influencer Risk Management 350

Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

PMI defines ethics like this: Ethics is about making the best possible decisions concerning people, resources and the environment. The PMI website says: Ethical choices diminish risk, advance positive results, increase trust, determine long term success and build reputations. What is the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct?

Underperforming Technical Team 417

Underperforming Technical Team PMI Risk Management Estimate 417

Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 25, 2022

Modelling is the reason we don’t want our children to hang out with “the wrong sort of influence” and it is the reason we want them to hang out with “the right sort of people”. The courses are all eligible for PMI PDUs which is great! We know, instinctively that our kids will copy what is around them and the same is true of us at work.

Underperforming Technical Team 394

Underperforming Technical Team 2020 2001 PMI 394

Online PM Courses

OCTOBER 28, 2018

Too many Project Managers find it’s their presentation skills that let them down. Yet, having coached many presenters, I find that the difference between: a clear, confident presentation, and. a waffly, wobbly presentation. Why Presentation Skills Matter to a Project Manager. Influencing stakeholders.

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Influencer Initiating Controlling PMI 81

Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 12, 2018

PMI Sweden Passion for Projects: Stockholm, Sweden 11-12 March 2019. The PMI Sweden is an event with inspiring speakers, professional colleagues, and companies in different sectors gathered with the goal of sharing their knowledge and experience in project, portfolio, and programme management. .” January to March 2019.

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2019 2018 PMO PMI 366

The IIL Blog

JULY 12, 2023

A final note about the principles–they are not a code of ethics or conduct, although the principles of project management are aligned with and have touch points with the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. Each domain identifies observable outcomes that would be present if the activities in the domain are effective.

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2009 PMI 2023 2018 148

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 22, 2021

Perhaps that number (from research by PMI ) surprises you, but I’m sure you aren’t surprised by the fact that good communication management on projects leads to higher success rates. Did you know that 56% of your project budget might be at risk due to poor communications? We know that all projects use finite resources to achieve an objective.

Communications Management 345

Communications Management Underperforming Technical Team Cadence Monitoring 345

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

These are laid out in a research paper from PMI *. Change control or change management is the process of managing unplanned but desired influences on the project. Paper presented at PMI® Global Congress 2009—North America, Orlando, FL. Who is responsible for scope creep? What is change control and why is it important?

Underperforming Technical Team 450

Underperforming Technical Team 2009 Controlling Risk Management 450

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Written by past PMI Chair and PM champion Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez , the book’s goal is to elevate project management competencies to management levels. The Harvard Business Review Project Management Handbook : How to Launch, Lead, and Sponsor Successful Projects is a masterclass in how to make project management work in modern businesses.

Technical Review 264

Technical Review Prince2 Sustainability PMI 264

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 29, 2019

It’s possible that “settling in period” might influence how you feel and perform in the exam. His company is a Registered Education Provider for PMI, so you know the course has been vetted and is top quality. Taking the PMI-ACP exam ? The material is clear and easy to understand, presented in a logical order.

Software Review 281

Software Review 2019 Certification PMI 281

ProjectManager.com

MAY 19, 2022

It is the phase where you will construct your deliverables and present them to your customer and key stakeholders. Some might want to save the celebrations until the final delivery, but having milestones , acknowledging them and rewarding the team throughout the execution phase is how you keep morale up, which influences productivity.

Executing 499

Executing Project Life Cycle Software Review Technical Review 499

International Institute for Learning

MARCH 29, 2023

Inspire, Motivate and Influence Team Members (Create an environment where people want to contribute and do their best) Inspiring and motivating a team can seem like a daunting task, but much of it comes down to creating a productive environment. Long term, we want to be in the upper-right coaching role, but things rarely go to plan for long.

Leadership 52

Leadership PMI Influencer 2023 52

PM Basics

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The goal is to ensure that the stakeholders influence your project positively. According to the PMI (Project Management Institute), stakeholders refer to the people, parties, or organizations that may have an interest in your project. They also play a part in influencing the direction and outcome of it in some way.

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Process Software Review Energy Influencer 111

Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Modelling is the reason we don’t want our children to hang out with “the wrong sort of influence” and it is the reason we want them to hang out with “the right sort of people”. The courses are all eligible for PMI PDUs which is great! We know, instinctively that our kids will copy what is around them and the same is true of us at work.

Underperforming Technical Team 284

Underperforming Technical Team 2020 2001 PMI 284

LiquidPlanner

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Predictive and iterative project management can work alongside each other and often do: PMI reports that 21% of teams use hybrid methods. Hiring is a time-consuming role for someone, so why not try to influence staff retention rates and create a self-organizing, engaging work environment?

Agile 174

Agile Cadence Estimate Risk Management 174

Project Pulse Journal

MAY 3, 2024

Program Management, as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI), provides a structured approach to managing a group of related projects that, when executed individually, might not deliver the same level of impact. Paper presented at PMI® Global Congress 2013—North America, New Orleans, LA. Dengiz, B.

PMO 52

PMO Governance Government 2013 52

Project Pulse Journal

MARCH 7, 2024

The Project Environment The project environment, characterized by internal and external factors, significantly influences the delivery of value within projects. The Influence of the Project Environment The project environment encompasses internal and external factors influencing projects and value delivery.

Governance 52

Governance Government Technical Review Sustainability 52

Epicflow Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Here’s how PMI researchers describe stakeholders: “… An individual, group, or organization who may affect, be affected by, or perceive itself to be affected by a decision, activity, or outcome of a project, program, or portfolio”. In such a way, it’ll be easier for you to influence and change their opinions if you need it.

Project Life Cycle 98

Project Life Cycle Influencer Risk Management Technical Review 98

The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) A comprehensive guide by the Project Management Institute (PMI) that establishes the standard for project management processes and practices. Project Management Information System (PMIS) Provides tools and processes for project management and information sharing on projects.

Development Team Review 148

Development Team Review Project Life Cycle Underperforming Technical Team Estimate 148

International Institute for Learning

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

For example, saying “Thank You” to the product owner for being present, engaging, and for wanting to keep up with the progression of the project. Servant Leadership, as well as Grateful Leadership, allows one to influence without authority. There is so much to be grateful for when working on a project! About the Author. Susan Parente.

Agile 52

Agile PMI Leadership Certification 52

Leading Answers

JANUARY 16, 2021

Then, in 2012 I presented a collection of Collaborative Games for Risk Management  at the Agile 2012 Conference in Dallas and PMI Global Congress in Vancouver. After If we were following the PMI risk management process, this would involve the qualitative and quantitative risk management steps.

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Risk Underperforming Technical Team 2006 2012 145

Epicflow Blog

JULY 29, 2019

PMI states that being creative at work will set you apart from people who are reluctant to think outside the box. Even now, 41% of all projects at enterprises analyzed for the Pulse of the Profession report by PMI are of “ high complexity.” Leadership and Social Influence. How creative would you say you are in your work?

2022 91

2022 Artificial Inteligence PMI Innovation 91

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

And that means PMI UK is hosting its flagship Synergy conference in London – so if you are off there tomorrow have a great day. Last week I interviewed Jon Clay, President of the PMI UK Chapter, about his thoughts for Synergy. Is there other things that you wish project managers knew about PMI? Jonathan : Of course.

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PMI Initiating Engineering Process 168

Ron Rosenhead

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

Read the PMI Pulse of the Profession Report 2015. I have given a series of presentations in 2015 and some of the suggestions are include below. develop your influencing skills – sometime your sponsor simply has no interest or no time. Use your new found skills to try and influence them or…. My prospective client agreed!

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2015 Influencer PMI Risk Management 170

International Institute for Learning

MAY 10, 2023

According to the PMI report “ A Case for Diversity ,” the ability to draw from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences promotes innovation, unleashing views that might otherwise go unconsidered. “The introvert, ambivert, or extrovert, it is influenced by the individual’s values and beliefs. 2019, [link].

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Agile 2019 PMI SCRUM 52

Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 3, 2024

Stakeholders, encompassing individuals, groups, or organizations, may influence the project's outcomes, decisions, and activities, or vice versa. By effectively integrating the Stakeholder Performance Domain, project managers and teams can navigate the complex web of stakeholder interests and influences, aligning them with project goals.

Influencer 40

Influencer 2005 Innovation Technical Review 40

Velociteach

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

This article presents a framework for modeling project context and considerations for tailoring. The team’s size, maturity, tenure, and proximity influence the ease of coordinating their efforts. Domain Management Plans describe how the project domains (PMI knowledge areas) will be planned, executed, and monitored.

Planning 52

Planning Technical Review Governance Government 52

MPUG

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

They are both expected to manage these functions/instruments in harmony and present a deliverable which will satisfy their customers/audiences. Some Stakeholders exert influence over the direction of the project, while others are impacted by the outcome of the project deliverables.

Executing 52

Executing PMI Construction Certification 52

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 24, 2022

“Reimagine the must-have project management skills,” says Brantlee Underhill, Managing Director, North America, Project Management Institute (PMI). The projects of the present and future need project managers who are strategic partners and changemakers. Project management isn’t just about managing spreadsheets and timelines.

2022 480

2022 PMO Risk Management Artificial Inteligence 480

International Institute for Learning

DECEMBER 7, 2022

External customers may not be supportive of the influence and decisions that AI software might have on their projects. About two decades ago, organizations and professional societies such as PMI ® created project management maturity models (PMMMs) to assist organizations in their quest for project management maturity.

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Artificial Inteligence Technical Review 2022 2020 97

Epicflow Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

In the present-day dynamic business environment, people are expected to be super-efficient and deliver their work faster. According to one of the PMI studies , a good project manager has a comprehensive view of a project and its role for a company. The first one is the PMI Talent Triangle. Don’t overload the team .

Software Review 52

Software Review Technical Review Critical Chain PMI 52

Epicflow Blog

APRIL 29, 2022

The present-day disruptions caused by the pandemic bits and pieces, military conflicts, and geopolitical tensions can only increase the number of risks that projects will be exposed to. . It allows project managers to identify possible risks, track them, and take timely measures to mitigate their negative influence. References.

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Risk Technical Review Software Review 2008 52