Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 23, 2023

Recently I audited the Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management course from University of Virginia Darden Business School. It’s one of the most popular project management courses on Coursera. Who is the Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management course for?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 5, 2023

Are you looking for tips on how to pass the Google Project Management Certificate ? In this article, I’ll share my top tips for working out the answers to the graded quizzes, how to plan your time and how to get the certificate for the lowest possible cost (not free, but very cheap). Scan the transcript instead.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 25, 2020

Are you biased as a project manager? In this article we’ll talk about the different types of bias in project management. A project manager is the linchpin of a successful project. Heuristics are natural cognitive functions with risky implications for project managers.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 9, 2023

For one position I backfilled, we wanted a particular specialist role to come and work in a project delivery capacity for a year, so we had the right skills on the project team. Probably not – although you might write a handover email to a colleague in case there are any questions while you are away.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 17, 2022

TL; DR: Scrum Master Interview (6): Demand Creates Supply and the Job Market for Agile Practitioners is No Exception. And that demand causes the market entry of new professionals from other project management branches, probably believing that reading one or two Scrum books will be sufficient. A range of appropriate answers.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

What is a project budget? A project budget is a financial document that lays out what you think you’ll spend on a project. It covers all the (approved) expenses required to deliver the project. In other words, it’s the way you answer the question: “How much is this project going to cost?”

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

You’re here because you’re interested in finding out whether the IBM Project Manager Professional Certificate is right for you? Summary review The IBM Project Manager Professional Certificate is a good CAPM® alternative or course to use towards your CAPM prep. Who is the IBM Project Management Certificate for?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 14, 2022

Davis, MSPM, PMP and Project Management Superhero. Davis, MSPM, PMP and Project Management Superhero. He’s taken the PERT (Project Evaluation and Review Technique) estimating approach to the next level by letting you add a dash of professional judgement in with the numbers. I caught up with William W.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 4, 2024

This article outlines actionable strategies for thriving in challenging times, emphasizing that growth and success are achievable by leveraging community strength and readily accessible resources. Shall I notify you about articles like this one? Coursera is a good place to start your search for a change management course.)

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 9, 2023

TL; DR: A ChatGPT Job Interview for a Scrum Master Position. Can a large language model, not specializing in anything “agile,” pass a screening interview for a Scrum Master position? In this ChatGPT job interview, I put OpenAI’s latest generative AI to the test. Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

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The IIL Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

I am interviewing for the below job” I. Please let me know what questions I should be prepared to answer and how I should answer them using my below resume and using the STAR methodology” I. Based on the above, what questions should I ask during the interview”. From this list I suggest you pick the best question (i.e.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 3, 2022

Maybe, I can support you in that regard with a set of articles, documents, and LinkedIn polls I authored that proved to be the most popular in 2021. All articles feature free ebooks that delve into the problems and provide hands-on advice on how to solve them. Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

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Scrum.org

JUNE 5, 2023

Create Scrum Master Interview Questions? Previously, I tested how ChatGPT would answer questions from the Scrum Master Interview Guide; see below. Back in January 2023, I would not have taken the next step in the Scrum Master interview process, inviting ChatGPT to a full-size interview with several Scrum team members.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Shall I notify you about articles like this one? The Scrum Master Job Market Is Challenging We have all heard the news that organizations question the usefulness of employing Scrum Masters and cutting back on offering job opportunities. What is the size ratio between the product management and engineering teams?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 25, 2022

Ruth Pearce knows everything there is to know about motivating your project team. Why do you think motivation on project teams is so important? When we connect the goals of a project to those intrinsic motivators, we see amazing results. I love this question. When you motivate someone, they engage more with the project.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 23, 2023

TL; DR: Scrum Master Interview Guide 2023: The Scrum Master Role If you want to fill a Scrum Master position in your organization, you may find the following interview questions helpful in identifying the right candidate. This revised set of questions addresses the Scrum Master role. A range of appropriate answers.

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Scrum.org

JULY 12, 2021

Scrum Master Interview: Demand Creates Supply and the Job Market for Agile Practitioners is No Exception. And that demand causes the market entry of new professionals from other project management branches, probably believing that reading one or two Scrum books will be sufficient. Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

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Scrum.org

APRIL 19, 2021

TL; DR: Product Owner Interview Questions — The Product Backlog and Refinement. If you are looking to fill a position for a Product Owner in your organization, you may find the following 71 interview questions useful to identify the right candidate. Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 22, 2023

Are you ready to dive into my Google Project Management: Professional Certificate review? I’ve done a lot of project management training in my 20+ years as a project manager, and those courses helped me understand the skills, tools and techniques required to succeed leading projects.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Recently I was contacted by someone who wanted advice about which project management certification scheme to pursue. She asked whether she should take the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) or the PRINCE2 Foundation. There’s a lot to unpack in these questions, so let’s get on with it!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

A project manager approached me recently with a problem. That didn’t sit quite right with her (and she didn’t know she was a perfect example of a project management ethics case study when she was telling me the story!). What is Ethics in Project Management? What are ethical issues in management?

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Scrum.org

MAY 15, 2023

The following article offers a primer to creating ChatGPT prompts for Scrum practitioners to get you started running. Shall I notify you about articles like this one? Create a for skript for the following user interview session: [Your goal, what to test, etc.] Create a list of interview questions for Product Owner candidates.

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Project Risk Coach

JANUARY 18, 2021

In this article, we go a step further. I highlight 10 of the 40 PMO problems and provide ways to manage them. No project sponsor or project charter for the implementation of the PMO. How to manage: Typically, a senior leader in your organization must make the decision to implement a PMO. What are the results?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Have you ever been a part of a project that just didn’t seem to be going anywhere? Requirements are essential for any project, yet they are often one of the most difficult aspects to get right, especially if you work in an environment where there are high levels of uncertainty or change. What are project requirements?

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Scrum.org

JUNE 20, 2022

TL; DR: Scrum Master Interview Questions on the Sprint Review. And that demand causes the market entry of new professionals from other project management branches, probably believing that reading one or two Scrum books will be sufficient. Which makes any Scrum Master interview a challenging task.

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Project Risk Coach

JULY 5, 2022

In this article, we will explore this domain, why it's critical to projects, how to engage stakeholders, and some common stakeholder risks. This domain "addresses activities and functions associated with stakeholders" ( A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, PMBOK® Guide, Page 8). Early in your projects.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

This article, 10 Things New Project Managers Should Know , first appeared on Girl's Guide to PM. It would be nice to think that every company has a formal mentoring scheme, and that you can tap into the experience of other project managers through this. Manage Scope. Project Initiation Document.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 4, 2021

TL; DR: 71 Product Owner Interview Questions to Avoid Imposters. If you are looking to fill a position for a Product Owner in your organization, you may find the following 71 interview questions useful to identify the right candidate. Do you want to get this article in your inbox in the future?

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

TL; DR: ChatGPT Product Owner Job Interview A few weeks ago, I ran a simulated job interview with ChatGPT for a fictitious Scrum Master position. Admittedly, I would not have invited this “interviewee” for an interview with other team members; however, the interview produced some remarkable answers.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 1, 2022

In the past I have interviewed Susanne Madsen on the topic of project leadership and her book, The Power of Project Leadership. I read it prior to our interview and it wasn’t at all what I expected. Then Susanne introduces the 7 keys of project leadership. The 7 keys of project leadership.

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Project Risk Coach

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Successful project managers have a common trait – they identify and manage risks. Often project managers start with a splash. What happens when project managers and their team fail to identify risks in an iterative fashion? Project teams are not aware of emerging killer risks. Project tasks.

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Project Risk Coach

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

In today's article, I'll test your understanding of risk attitude. Project managers should seek to understand the risk attitudes of key stakeholders because: A. Negative risk attitudes can reduce a project team's motivation. The same thing can happen in our projects. PMI-RMP® Exam Series. What is Risk Attitude?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 24, 2022

In case you’ve only just stumbled across this blog, in 2021 I celebrated 15 years of blogging about project management. I thought it was time to look back and see what the stand-out articles were over the years. Here are the top 15 articles year by year. At the time, the project was desperately short of cash.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Are you looking for a creative way to motivate yourself to study for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam? I’ve been working as a project manager for over 20 years (gulp) and I’ve spent a lot of time researching and using PMP training courses. Is Brain Sensei approved by PMI? I can’t resist a puzzle.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 17, 2020

TL; DR: Scrum Master Interview Questions (1). And that demand causes the market-entry of new professionals from other project management branches, probably believing that reading one or two Scrum books will be sufficient. Do you want to get this article in your inbox? Introduction.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Since my book Collaboration Tools for Project Managers came out, one of the things I’m asked frequently is ‘how do I choose the right collaboration tool for my team?’. I’m delighted to be partnering with Genius Project today to bring you The 5 Step Expert Guide To Choosing Project Management Collaboration Tools.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Maybe, I can support you in that regard with a set of six articles that proved to be the most popular in 2020. All articles feature free ebooks that delve into the problems and provide hands-on advice on how to solve them. Do you want to get this article in your inbox? 71 Product Owner Interview Questions to Avoid Imposters.

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