Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 7, 2023

One key tool to success is understanding how to use organizational process assets effectively. But what is an organizational process asset (OPA)? In this blog post, we’ll take a look at what organizational process assets are, why you would use them in project management and some best practices for utilizing these important tools.

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nTask

MARCH 2, 2021

Creating a marketing plan demands hard work, acute attention, and undivided time. Understanding the fundamentals of the Marketing planning process makes it easier for professionals to come up with a robust marketing plan. The plan is a reflection of the goals , culture, and ability of your marketing team.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 13, 2023

TL; DR: Adherence to Legacy Systems, Processes, and Practices Administrative overreach and micromanagement in Scrum mainly arise from clinging to legacy systems and traditional (management) practices, leading to rigidity and misapplication of Agile principles. Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 14, 2018

If so, it might be time to start implementing proven project management processes and phases at your organization in order to bring your company’s workflow under control. In project management there are five phases: initiating, planning, executing, controlling and closing. Phases of Project Management. Monitor and Control.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 3, 2022

Your project management plan is more than just a schedule of work. Although I am guilty of using ‘plan’ and ‘Gantt chart’ interchangeably. A project management plan is a document that sets out how you are going to do what you’re going to do. So what does go in the project management plan ? Execution strategy.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 15, 2024

As a program manager, PMO or project team leader, you probably think about how to plan upcoming work. You’re asking about the skills and competencies they have, with a view to mapping this against the strategy for next year and the upcoming projects. The data you gather is the basis for the development plan you need to put in place.

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The IIL Blog

JANUARY 17, 2024

This is a guide to exploring key strategies for growing your project management career throughout the year. Creating a Long-Term Career Plan Strategic career growth requires a long-term plan. A well-thought-out career plan provides direction, helps maintain focus, and allows adaptability as circumstances change.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Whether you need to define communication objectives, or identify stakeholders and channels, you can use this communication plan template to schedule project communications and establish a feedback loop that keeps everyone up to date. Download The Free Communications Plan Template: Why You Need a Communication Plan Template.

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NimbleWork

APRIL 16, 2024

Project management is a multifaceted discipline that combines techniques, processes, and strategies to plan, execute, monitor, and control projects effectively. The Five Project Management Processes: 1. Initiating: This process involves defining the project and obtaining authorization to begin work.

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Scrum.org

MAY 4, 2023

This article is part 3 of the Effective Stakeholder Engagement series. This time we will discuss how to build an effective stakeholder communication strategy. What Is Stakeholder Communication Strategy A communication strategy is our plan that outlines how we will communicate. If not then what is the plan?

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Teamweek

JULY 17, 2023

In this article, you’ll learn about the three types of capacity planning strategies — lag, lead, and match. You’ll learn: What each strategy means Their advantages and disadvantages And a practical example for each strategy But first: Let’s quickly recap what capacity planning is.

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Kiron Bondale

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

Harvard Business Review published an article this week about how boards can prepare for unexpected calamities such as pandemics, natural disasters or cyber-attacks. Boards are often actively involved in the succession planning process for leadership positions, helping to cue up the best candidates for key leadership roles.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 14, 2024

It’s more a collection of best practices, real-world advice and tried-and-tested strategies for speedy and stress-free change management. Module 2: Process and planning In this lesson you’ll learn about 6 different change management approaches including Lewin, Kotter and BEE. I’m sorry to say there isn’t a secret exactly.

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The IIL Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

In this article, we will explore the rise of the AI-powered PMO and provide actionable strategies for project managers to thrive in an AI-augmented environment. It can alert project managers, recommend mitigation strategies, and even generate alternative scenarios. The Project Management Office (PMO) is no exception.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

To start your small business journey off on the right foot, download our small business plan template and break down your idea into actionable components. Before you can start your business, you need to find your niche, seek out financial backing and create a plan to bring your idea into fruition. Download Small Business Plan Template.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

In this article, we will cover strategies to usher in this adoption and certain tasks that can be augmented with AI. Improving communication: GenAI can be used to help streamline communication across different levels, including stakeholder communication management , and automate simpler communication processes.

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Wrike

AUGUST 25, 2023

Capacity planning plays a crucial role in ensuring optimal utilization of these resources. This article will delve into the various strategies and key elements of capacity planning, as well as the different types and steps involved in developing a successful capacity planning strategy.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 30, 2021

It happens in Sprint Review, after Daily Scrum, in Sprint Planning, and as part of development. 5 Strategies for Product Backlog refinement. Five strategies that help Scrum Teams to refine the Product Backlog: Gaining insights . Five strategies that help Scrum Teams to refine the Product Backlog: Gaining insights .

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 24, 2023

From examples of project activities in a business versus operational activities to strategies for balancing projects and operations simultaneously — this article will help you understand the differences and consider the similarities. Ops managers want (and seek) stability so they can manage process performance.

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Productivity Land

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Businesses of all sizes are turning to electronic signatures (eSignatures) to streamline document signing processes, improve efficiency, and boost customer satisfaction. To experience the full potential of eSignatures, a strategic and well-thought-out implementation plan is crucial. Strategies for Successful Implementation A.

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Wrike

JANUARY 5, 2024

In the business world, organizations must come up with strategic planning processes that enable them to set ambitious goals, align their resources, and drive continuous improvement. Enter Hoshin Planning, a comprehensive management system that provides a structured framework for strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation.

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2023

To avoid such mishaps, it’s a no-brainer that you must plan, and by planning, you need to do much more than just task allocation. So, how does one go about planning their Q4? Purpose Of Strategizing for Q4 Planning for the next three months by re-evaluating resources, progress, and effort required.

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Wrike

JANUARY 30, 2024

Planting seeds, watching your crops grow, and then harvesting them to sell must be an amazing feeling for a farmer, especially when so many things could thwart your plans. For ambitious companies, the solution lies in process improvement, a method of bettering your processes and aligning them with your business growth strategy.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 7, 2023

For project managers, many of us want to get certified, but we simply can’t find the time given our work and social commitments for a PMP ® study plan. In this article, I’ll share 5 practical tips to find time to study while working a full-time as a project manager. If it’s important to you, you need to make the time.

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Planio

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Contrary to what most product teams have heard, annual planning isn’t just reserved for senior executives and finance teams. Instead, it’s a core part of the project and product management process. If you’re a project manager or team leader gearing up to build a long-term product roadmap, this article is for you.

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Project Risk Coach

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In this article, let's uncover the role of risk owners and how to perform risk management in agile projects. Risk owners play a critical role in implementing effective risk management strategies that can help protect projects from unexpected events, as well as help to identify opportunities to advance projects. What is a Risk Owner?

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 23, 2024

This method has driven companies to new heights of efficiency and innovation, enriching every facet of project execution - from planning to evaluation - and boosting effectiveness and adaptability. It represents the ongoing effort to enhance products, services, or processes through incremental and breakthrough improvements.

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Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

With so many moving parts and tasks to manage, a well-optimized process flow can make all the difference in maintaining smooth and successful marketing operations. We’ll also discuss overcoming challenges and explore how to measure the impact of process flow optimization on marketing operations.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 22, 2019

Jennifer Bridges, PMP, shows you how to make a disaster recovery plan. In Review – How to Make a Disaster Recovery Plan. Disasters happen, Jennifer said, but recovery must be planned. Just like any plan, a disaster recovery plan is made up of pieces. Related: IT Risk Management Strategies & Best Practices.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

This article has been updated to be fully aligned to PRINCE2 7 (2023 edition). Closing a project in PRINCE2® uses a variant of the Managing a Stage Boundary process, as this closure activity happens at the end of the last stage. The work required to close the project should be planned as part of this final stage.

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LiquidPlanner

JUNE 20, 2022

Resource planning is a discipline within project management software that ensures the most effective use of an organization’s team members and resources across the portfolio. For the purposes of this article, a resource can be people, equipment, materials, IT assets, or funding. Capacity planning. Capacity planning.

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Binfire

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

There are several ways to improve employee efficiency, ranging from simple changes in the workplace to more complex strategies. Overall, providing regular training and development opportunities is a key strategy for improving employee efficiency and achieving organizational success.

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Project Pulse Journal

MARCH 13, 2024

However, navigating the intricacies of virtual collaboration requires a unique set of strategies and approaches to ensure seamless communication, productivity, and alignment among all the team members. By implementing these strategies, you can empower your team members to thrive and deliver value to your organization.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 12, 2024

You can focus on the process of getting the outcome you want and supporting the attendees instead of trying to get your own personal point of view into the discussion. First things first: Plan You’ll have the best outcomes when you plan for your meetings. Here’s the meeting process I use. Will there be brainstorming?

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Proofhub

AUGUST 9, 2023

Process Improvement Methodologies Whether you have defined it or not, every business has processes. The scale and complexity may vary, but the essentials are the same —  all businesses have processes. What is business process management?

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PM Basics

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Stakeholder management is a set of processes and tools where you identify, understand, and engage with your stakeholders, to manage their expectations, needs and feelings. This article explores what stakeholder management is. This article explores what stakeholder management is. Interact with stakeholders following your plan.

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Resource Guru

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

The problem is that when there’s no agency processes in place, and your team isn’t organized properly, the latter tends to take up a lot of time, and may make up more of your day than is spent on your client-facing projects. Enter the realm of agency processes — an essential way that you can win back your time.

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