LiquidPlanner

AUGUST 28, 2018

Chris could make Excel do anything, except he never used spreadsheets to manage a project. Since then I’ve come across too many project professionals, teams and organizations who stretch Microsoft Excel into a project management tool, and unsuccessfully so. He was a wise man. Need more convincing?

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Underperforming Technical Team Software Developers Software Development Agile 772

Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 14, 2024

We gathered 57 of the top AI in project management statistics to help understand this key development in technology. Recent advancements in tech have changed how project managers work in 2024. It covers everything from the impact of AI replacing jobs to how AI is used to support the delivery of projects.

Artificial Inteligence 372

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review 2028 2024 372

ProjectManager.com

MARCH 14, 2024

Every project is different. Project strategy is the plan that defines a project, which is why project management strategy is so important. To better manage projects, one must clearly understand project strategy, who’s responsible for it in the organization and the steps to create a project strategy.

Budget 373

Budget PMO Defining Estimate 373

ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

What Is a Project Management Methodology? A project management methodology is a set of principles, tools and techniques that are used to plan, execute and manage projects. Project management methodologies help project managers lead team members and manage work, while facilitating team collaboration.

Technical Review 483

Technical Review Prince2 Manufacturing Lean 483

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Are you looking at what PRINCE2 ® (PRojects IN a Controlled Environment) certificate you should get? PRINCE2 Agile Foundation. PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner. PRINCE2 has its roots in the UK public sector and government but is now used and loved around the world. PRINCE2 Practitioner (6 th Edition).

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Prince2 Certification PMI Governance 414

Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Do you have a release manager on the team? It wasn’t until I worked in IT as a project manager that I had a lot of contact with the release management process. In this article, I’ll explain what a release manager does and what skills you need to make a success of this role. What does a release manager do?

Technical Review 425

Technical Review Software Review Cadence Software Developers 425

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 19, 2023

Agile methods need Agile teams — teams that think differently and work in ways that support responsive delivery. An agile mindset, and a set of shared values, principles, and often Agile tools, help Agile teams succeed. So why are agile teams different to other types of ‘classic’ project team?

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Agile SCRUM Software Developers Software Development 281

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

PRINCE2® is a project management method. It’s structured, and experience-based, created from the lived experience of thousands of project managers and successful projects. PRINCE2® stands for Projects IN a Controlled Environment (Version 2). It’s a customizable way of managing and controlling the work.

Prince2 358

Prince2 Technical Review Governance Government 358

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2023

Would you like to make 2023 a successful year for your projects? Especially as the last few years haven’t been exactly stellar years for many of us! A while back, I asked project management experts w hat we should be aware of as we go into the new year to achieve their most successful year ever?

2023 404

2023 Technical Review Artificial Inteligence Underperforming Technical Team 404

Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 13, 2023

Project management is a great career. And how do you show prospective employers that you are keen to commit to the job and you know enough about the role of a project manager for them to take a chance on you? I’ve taken plenty of project management certificates over the years – but mostly, they cost money.

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Certification 2023 PMI Prince2 450

Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 1, 2023

When I brainstormed a list of project management skills to put on my resume (which over here in the UK we call a CV), it was a long list. How do you list the project management skills required without it turning into a giant list of buzzwords? Many employers use sifting tools that look for keywords.

Leadership 352

Leadership Risk Management PMI Governance 352

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Teamhood is a Kanban project management system for teams. It’s a visual, flexible tool that is perfect for small and medium businesses who want to improve how they manage projects. Teamhood is a full Kanban system – but you don’t need to be trained in Kanban boards to use it. Let me show you how! Product: Teamhood.

Software Review 393

Software Review Software Agile Estimate 393

Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 19, 2023

In this article, we’ll cover what you need to know about the different categories of PDUs and how many you need to get, plus some simple and free ways to earn PDUs in 2023. Do you need to earn PDUs to maintain your PMI certification? You’re in the right place! Ready to get started? Let’s dive in! What is a PDU ? PDUs are measured in hours.

2023 429

2023 PMI Certification Software Review 429

Scrum.org

APRIL 15, 2024

Transitioning from a traditional project manager to a Scrum Master requires a shift in mindset, especially in how you engage with stakeholders. Stakeholder "Performance", while traditionally viewed through a project management lens, offers valuable insights for this journey.

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SCRUM Construction Controlling Closing 186

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 27, 2023

I’ve done a lot of project management training in my 20+ years as a project manager. However, I’m not and never have been, an agile expert. The trainer, Jim Sullivan, is an agile expert who takes you through everything you need to know. That’s why I was excited to take this course. And I passed!

Development Team Review 364

Development Team Review Technical Review SCRUM Certification 364

Project Risk Coach

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

As a project manager, you constantly juggle a million tasks at once. This article will provide clear guidance on how to define and assign risk management roles and responsibilities for projects and programs. Project sponsors have several responsibilities. How can we find a better balance? Click Here Now.

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Risk Management Risk Underperforming Technical Team PMO 396

Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 5, 2023

Imagine my delight at being selected to participate in an invitation-only event about management methods. However, a condition of entry is that each participant is expected to address their colleagues using a twenty minute TED talk format, which seems to be the rite of passage in certain quarters. Believe me, I’m a model.

2015 395

2015 Leadership Defining Agile 395

Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 7, 2023

The interface makes learning very easy as a student… you just have to make sure that you are investing time in the right courses that will help you develop professionally as a project manager. When I searched, there were over 2,300 ‘project management’ courses on the platform. That’s a lot to work through!

Software Review 438

Software Review Certification Finance SCRUM 438

Project Risk Coach

MARCH 21, 2022

How often have you found new requirements towards the end of your projects? If you want to improve your project success, improve your requirements processes. No requirements management plan. The project manager should define the approach to requirements development and management. 12 Requirements Mistakes 1.

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Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Risk Management Controlling 416

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® exam is changing in 2023. This will bring it in line with the latest PMBOK® Guide – 7 th edition and generally more modern ways of thinking about project management. In this article, I’ll outline what’s currently announced about the changes and how you can prepare.

2023 303

2023 PMI Certification Agile 303

Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Projects are made up of tasks. Staying on top of your tasks as a team is so important if you want to hit your project deadlines. In this article you’ll learn how to manage tasks efficiently and how to improve your own task management skills and those of your team. What is task management? Lots of them.

Software Review 290

Software Review Software Closing Planning 290

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Projects can be a hotbed of conflict. From the difficult stakeholder who wants to undermine the project’s success to a disagreement about a feature of a deliverable, project work lends itself to workplace conflict situations. And project managers contribute hugely to that because we go out and look for it.

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Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Risk Management 2012 326

Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

The Complex Project Toolkit is really a book about paradigms in project management and how to encourage teams (and project managers) to stay curious and to embrace uncertainty. It’s packed with examples from history, science, as well as some project anecdotes. What makes a project complex?

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Underperforming Technical Team Agile SCRUM Defining 392

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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Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Budget Software Review 402

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

In this article, I’ll outline the benefits, considerations, and common questions I get from potential members so you can make the right decision for your career. When I run project management rooms on Clubhouse or open my DMs for questions on Facebook or LinkedIn, one of the most common questions is: What certificate should I get?

PMI 450

PMI Certification Closing Agile 450

Scrum.org

MARCH 19, 2024

The project management principle "Navigating Complexity" finds a natural ally in the Scrum framework. For Project Managers transitioning to Scrum Masters, understanding how Scrum excels in navigating complexity is crucial. Scrum is fundamentally designed to address complexity through its adaptive, iterative approach.

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SCRUM Agile Initiating Controlling 164

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2024

Everyone wants their projects to be “quality” but I often get asked about how to manage project quality in real life. What does it mean to “do” project quality? You probably already know that you need a quality management plan , and that management, assurance and control are the pillars of doing it right.

Software Review 332

Software Review Technical Review Budget Defining 332

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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Certification Executing Risk Management Agile 435

Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

This is a guest article by Isidora Roskic. Learning to successfully manage agile projects requires you to first familiarize yourself with the concept of Agile. What is the agile methodology? The agile movement first began in the 1970s when it was introduced by a doctor named Winston Royce.

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Agile 2016 SCRUM Software Review 264

Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

TL; DR: Why Velocity Is a Useless Metric from a Management Perspective Typically, the obsession with velocity doesn’t originate from the team itself. It trickles down from management. But what if this managerial focus on velocity is a fata morgana obscuring the path to true agility and value?

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Sustainability Technical Review Innovation SCRUM 235

Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 31, 2023

Note: The IBM IT Project Manager Professional Certificate opens for enrolment on 30 June 2023. I have pre-registered to take the course, so I’ll update this article later with my experiences. Are you considering the IBM IT Project Manager Professional Certificate ?

Certification 338

Certification Technical Review Software Review 2023 338

Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 26, 2023

Resource management is a balancing act. You know there are some techniques available to help you decide how best to use the available resources. But when it comes to resource leveling vs resource smoothing, which would you choose for what situation? What are the differences between these two approaches? Let’s take an example.

Software Review 415

Software Review Risk Management Monitoring Construction 415

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

PMI predicts that nearly half of companies will be using AI by 2026. As a project manager, you will likely find yourself working on one of such projects such as implementing a new CRM system, upgrading to a cloud-based ERP, or developing a new eCommerce platform. Develop a SMART project plan 5.

2026 349

2026 Defining Agile Innovation 349

Scrum.org

APRIL 1, 2024

The professional project management principle to embrace adaptability and resiliency aligns seamlessly with the core tenets of Scrum. Scrum, with its empirical approach and emphasis on cross-functional, self-managing teams, inherently cultivates adaptability and resiliency.

SCRUM 144

SCRUM Agile Planning Process 144

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. Let me guess. You’re in the right place.

Technical Review 340

Technical Review Certification Software Review PMI 340

Kiron Bondale

DECEMBER 5, 2021

I frequently see questions asked in project management discussion groups about hybrid projects. As I wrote in last week’s article, projects themselves can’t be waterfall, agile, traditional or hybrid but how we approach them can be. But what does “hybrid” really mean?

Leadership 358

Leadership Agile SCRUM Defining 358

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 24, 2022

There’s no denying that project management today looks different to how it did even 5 years ago. Project management trends shape our profession. Trends come and go, or they stay with us and evolve into new ways of working that stick around and become “the way we do things around here.”. Managing a hybrid team.

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2022 PMO Risk Management Artificial Inteligence 484