Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 7, 2023

OPAs and the PMP exam Let’s face it: I first came across the term OPA while reviewing PMP exam training material. Outside of the world of PMI, I’m not sure that the term is widely used at all, but let’s put that aside for a moment and consider what they are and how to use them. Process Groups: A Practice Guide does talk about OPAs.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

I’ve read, I’m guessing, over 150 management books in my career, and you can read my book reviews if you want to trawl through the archives. In this article, I’m saving you some time by highlighting 15 of my recommended books for PDUs, but first, let’s cover off some details about using reading. What books qualify for PDUs?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 2, 2023

This article is for you! She wrote: I have been advised that you have to do a degree in a particular subject e.g. engineering, do project management training e.g. PMI®, PRINCE2® etc and work your way up in order to become a project manager. PMI reports an expected global need for 25 million new project professionals by 2030.

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The IIL Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

By Ruchi Gupta, PMP ® , PgMP ® , PMI-ACP ® , PMI-RMP ® , SAFe, DASSM, SIP, Jira CBAP ® The accelerating rise of Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, and others is rapidly reshaping the way project management operates. It can alert project managers, recommend mitigation strategies, and even generate alternative scenarios.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 19, 2023

Do you need to earn PDUs to maintain your PMI certification? 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. You’re in the right place!

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 15, 2019

If you hold a qualification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) like PMP (Project Management Professional) or PMI-ACP (PMI Agile Certified Professional), CPD is mandatory. The PMI measures CPD in Professional Development Units, or PDUs. PMI’s PDU Requirements. Two Types of PMI PDUs. What is a PDU?

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The term scrum was introduced in a “Harvard Business Review” article from 1986 by Hirotaka Takeuchi and Ikujiro Nonaka. The Project Management Institute (PMI) is a not-for-profit membership association, project management certification and standards organization. It does require strict scrum roles however.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 12, 2021

This article is for you! PMI reports an expected global need for 25 million new project professionals by 2030. That’s due to: an increase in the number of jobs requiring project management-oriented skills (i.e. That’s due to: an increase in the number of jobs requiring project management-oriented skills (i.e.

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Project Risk Coach

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

This article will provide clear guidance on how to define and assign risk management roles and responsibilities for projects and programs. Project Sponsor “PMI Pulse research shows actively engaged sponsors are by far the top driver of projects meeting their original goals and business intent” ( PMI Executive Sponsor Engagement ).

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Do you need to earn PDUs to maintain your PMI certification? 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 2020. You’re in the right place! PDU categories. Giving Back PDUs. Maximum Requirements.

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Epicflow Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

And in this publication, we discuss the role of industry, product, and technical knowledge in the work of a project manager. . As stated in PMI’s Pulse of the Profession® (2014) , inadequate project requirements are the cause of project failure in 37% of organizations. Do Project Managers Have to Possess Technical Knowledge?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2023

And this article is a summary of what they replied. A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) 7th Edition A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (also known as the PMBOK® Guide -- 7th Edition) is core reading as prep for PMI exams. But what does it take to get there?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 22, 2023

In this article I’ll share 15 easy ways to develop professionally. Whether you want to achieve a certification , gain more confidence, build your technical skills or something else — it isn’t going to happen unless you make it happen. Buy Now Read my review We are pleased to be an affiliate of BrainBOK #ad 6.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

By Eugene Bounds and Steve Ackert Recently, the buzzword artificial intelligence (AI) has been on everyone’s minds, not just in the tech world but across many industries, including project management. AI technology will automate repetitive processes, generate insightful program reports, and highlight potential problems before they arise.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 9, 2020

In this article, you’ll learn: Where in the world pays project managers the most How many jobs are available in top cities Which cities made it into the Global Liveability Index Which city made it on to the list… even though it hasn’t been built yet Which city tops the list for EU investment.

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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

AUGUST 7, 2023

Wicked problems need a slightly different approach (PMI has a problem solving training course that is brilliant and will help with that). You could also interview experts, review lessons learned or innovative solutions from previous projects, research what the rest of your industry is doing or consult customers on what they’d like to see.

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The IIL Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

In this article, I explore these principles to demonstrate that any organization can apply them to improve its “way of working.” They define the culture, vision, and strategies. A primary leadership role in establishing the organization’s vision and strategy. As Drucker said, “culture eats strategy for breakfast.”

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

This article contains affiliate links. RapidStart PMO: Online Project Management Training Review. Diab is the CEO of Leadership Formation, a consulting firm that focuses on helping organisations with strategy, alignment, execution and people. He is a former Chair of PMI and has extensive speaking experience around the world.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 29, 2021

In this article we’ll look at common project risks so you can start filling up your risk log and making the right plans. The PMI definition of risk is: “an uncertain event or condition that, if it occurs, has a positive or negative effect on a project’s objectives.”. We have the solution! What’s a risk again? Lack of resources.

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MPUG

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

This article aims to provide an in-depth understanding of Jira and how adopting agile project management can significantly enhance team collaboration and performance. I ventured from a military manufacturing background into the tech industry, initially in a support capacity.

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Online PM Courses

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

The PMI Talent Triangle is a simple tool that reminds us all about the value of a broad range of professional skills. It is all too easy to settle for excellent technical skills and think ‘that’s it. Just a Moment… Who or What is the PMI? Why Did the PMI Introduce the Talent Triangle? ’ Not at all.

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The Strategic Project Manager

DECEMBER 30, 2021

This article explores some things that are happening in this growth area, why it exists, and implications for strategy and project management. There is barely an overlap between those with the business skills vs those with technical skills. PMI Perspective on the Low Code No Code Opportunity.

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Leading Answers

AUGUST 29, 2020

These three trends are: 1) Accelerating rates of technology adoption. This increase in project demand was christened  The Project Economy  by PMI in 2019. To be fair, these trends and strategies for handling them had already existed for more than a decade. The winds of change were strong before the COVID-19 pandemic.

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MPUG

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Even if we perform all measures of diligence as we should, we may still encounter a Black Swan event. External Factors : Consider events that could arise from external factors such as regulation changes, geopolitical events, economic crises, natural disasters, or technological breakthroughs. Covid – enough said.

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

To start with, this article will provide you with some key definitions in the world of AI. While there are more ways to work with AI than can possibly be described in a simple article, we want to provide you with some ideas on how Chatbots, like ChatGPT and Bard, can help you with project origination and planning.

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International Institute for Learning

APRIL 5, 2023

Be sure to see articles one , two , and three , which cover topics including how leadership differs from management, servant leadership, and team motivation. This article explains influence, power and how project managers can create empowered teams that tap into the Drive motivators of autonomy, mastery and purpose.

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The IIL Blog

JANUARY 3, 2024

To start with, this article will provide you with some key definitions in the world of AI. While there are more ways to work with AI than can possibly be described in a simple article, we want to provide you with some ideas on how Chatbots, like ChatGPT and Bard, can help you with project origination and planning.

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The IIL Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

A recent article in Harvard Business Review described “How AI Will Transform Project Management”. AI and related technologies offer the opportunity to shape-shift the profession. In this article, I consider how emerging trends may impact the profession. Testing could benefit the most AI and related technologies.

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Project Risk Coach

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

The Project Management Institute (PMI) defines project management as “the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet the project requirements.”. The selection of risk strategies (e.g., Insurance Company Example – Strategy to Projects Map. Technology advances. Description.

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Project Risk Coach

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

The Project Management Institute (PMI) defines project management as “the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet the project requirements.”. The selection of risk strategies (e.g., Insurance Company Example – Strategy to Projects Map. Technology advances. Description.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

This article, 7 Must Read Books on Stakeholder Management , first appeared on Girl's Guide to PM. Follows PMI practice and aligns with A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide). Read more great articles about project management at Girl's Guide to PM - Project Management Skills Made Easy.

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Project Risk Coach

JANUARY 7, 2019

What I found over the years is the most important thing is for a team to come together over a compelling vision, a comprehensive strategy for achieving that vision, and then a relentless implementation plan. PMI Talent Triangle Organizations are looking for project managers who can manage projects. —PMI Project Goals) Define Strategy.

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Workamajig

JUNE 14, 2018

This article will demystify the project management life cycle and help you run better projects. I’ll review what PMI says, the latest literature, and cover tips, tactics, and strategies from practicing PMs to make some sense of the PM cycle. Before we dig deeper, let’s quickly review the project life cycle.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Change Control A formal process of documenting, reviewing, approving, and managing a change to a project’s scope, schedule, budget, or quality parameters. Change Management The approach to plan and implement strategies that guide individuals and organizations through a change (e.g., process, policy, practices, perceptions, etc.)

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The IIL Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

And as organizations change, so do their goals, strategies, teams – and the projects they deliver. With significant changes, such as mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, it is also normal for the organization to review existing projects and decide whether or not they should continue. Register here.

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Project Pulse Journal

MAY 1, 2024

A problem-solving strategy is your most powerful tool, and it will help define how a project manager supports and leads the way in removing roadblocks. Dive into this article on mastering problem-solving techniques tailored for project success. Ready to elevate your project management and problem-solving skills to new heights?

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