Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 19, 2023

Is your re-certification cycle coming to an end for your PMI certificate? Read on for tips on how to earn PDUs fast. The PMI Continuing Certification Requirements guidelines are laid out in the CCR Handbook , which you can download from the PMI website. There are different requirements for each of the PMI certifications.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 20, 2023

In this article I’ll explain what this means for CAPM certification holders and how you can maintain your credential without having to take the exam again. This goes for all kinds of professional organizations, not just PMI. And if you are up against a deadline for your recertification, I have an article on how to earn PDUs fast.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Organize regular training sessions for your team, and encourage them to spend time completing courses like PMI Kickoff that will help them to do their job better or broaden their skills. This article first appeared at Rebel's Guide to Project Management. Stay in touch with your team.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

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. How to claim PDUs for reading You can claim PDUS for reading by logging them in the PMI CCRS or your professional body’s equivalent record system. What books qualify for PDUs?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 10, 2022

In this article we’ll look at what Power Skills PDUs are and how many you need, and what activities count towards your PDU total in the Power Skills category. Power Skills is one side of the PMI Talent Triangle, along with Ways of Working and Business Acumen. Panic no more, I have all the details you need below. Learn more. Next steps.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 7, 2023

In this article, I’ll share 5 practical tips to find time to study while working a full-time as a project manager. Tip: If you are able to take some time off work, remember to save a day of your leave for the exam itself. This article first appeared at Rebel's Guide to Project Management

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The IIL Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

There are only a few thousand Portfolio Management Professionals (PfMP ® ) worldwide, according to PMI, making this a truly elite qualification. Carefully reading at least the first three chapters of Portfolio Management Standard in order to understand what Portfolio means in PMI Standard. Checking Exam content outline.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

This article, 7 Ethics Tips For Project Managers , first appeared on Girl's Guide to Project Management. The PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct defines a set of standards for how project managers should behave. Ethics Tip #1: Disclose Your Interests. Ethics Tip #2: Don’t Use Assets From Your Last Job.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 21, 2023

Lots of career support resources and tips from Googlers on building a project management career and what the job is like in real-life. Cons Some content is covered briefly and if you want more in-depth information you’ll have to follow up with independent learning Not as well-recognized in the industry as PMI courses.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Is your re-certification cycle coming to an end for your PMI certificate? Read on for tips for how to earn PDUs fast. The PMI Continuing Certification Requirements guidelines are laid out in the CCR Handbook, which you can download from the PMI website. There are different requirements for each of the PMI certifications.

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2020 PMI Certification Software Review 451

Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 15, 2023

Whether it’s what to expect on exam day, the best course providers, study tips for online education or something else, you’ll find a group of friendly, expert contributors in forums. PMI Standards+: if you are working towards PMP , this is the wiki for you. Forums are a great place to browse common Q&A.

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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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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 26, 2021

In this article, I’ll share 10 expert tips from a range of people about their experiences to help you choose the right higher education goals for you, so you can make the right choice for your career. Here are 10 expert tips to help you decided whether to go the MBA or the Master’s in Project Management route.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 22, 2022

Below you’ll find 10 tips for being a good sponsor, drawn from Strategies for Project Sponsorship by James, Taylor and Rosenhead. If you can spare an hour, go through the PMI Kickoff course. Kickoff from PMI. A version of this article first appeared in 2013. And it’s free. Free training!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 12, 2023

Tip Set meaningful and workable goals and put one person in charge of making final decisions. Working with the wrong people PMI’s Pulse of the Profession report shows that for every $1 billion invested in the United States, $122 million was wasted due to poor project performance. A version of this article first appeared in 2017.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 1, 2023

How to include project management skills on your CV Let’s just go with the fact that CV and resume are interchangeable terms for the purposes of this article. There’s now a trend towards calling them ‘power skills’ (started, I believe, by PMI) because calling them ‘soft’ makes them seem easy. Here’s how.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2024

The ISO 9001 definition is very similar to APM’s, as is the definition in the PMI PMBOK ®. Tip: Make sure you have the project management tools and testing software that make your life easier. Tip: Avoid scope creep! Get started with the tips above to build quality into how you manage and deliver the project.

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The IIL Blog

JANUARY 17, 2024

Here are some resume tips to help you get noticed and, hopefully, land your first job as a project management professional. You are ahead of the game if you have an internship that you can feature, even if it is not project management specific (see tip #1). Registration for IIL’s Leadership & Innovation Online Conference is open!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 22, 2023

In this article I’ll share 15 easy ways to develop professionally. Get certified Getting a professional certification can help your career — studies like the PMI Project Management Salary Survey (2020) show that certification is directly linked to earning more money and it certainly can’t hurt your employment prospects.

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MPUG

JUNE 26, 2023

According to the Project Management Institute (PMI) , time management is one of the top three pillars of project management. This article explores effective time management strategies to maximize productivity and ensure your projects succeed. Project manager: know thyself.

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Project Risk Coach

JANUARY 16, 2020

The top countries included: United States Australia India The United Kingdom Canada Top 10 Project Risk Management Articles of 2019 You may have noticed that I wrote more about project risk management than ever with a sprinkling of project management articles. Furthermore, I've recently started the PMI-RMP for U.S.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The whole course is hugely practical, with real-life tips and strategies for making it easier to work with others. I am not a PMI ATP but that does not stop you claiming PDUs. This article first appeared at Rebel's Guide to Project Management Can I claim PDUs? You will get an attendance certificate.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 1, 2020

In this article I’ll explain what this means for CAPM certification holders and how you can maintain your credential without having to take the exam again. This goes for all kinds of professional organizations, not just PMI. 4 Volunteer for your local project management organization, for example the PMI Chapter closest to you.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

In this article, I’ll share my top tips for choosing the best PRINCE2 course for beginners – whether that’s you or someone in your team whom you are advising. The alternatives to PRINCE2 for early-career project professionals are: Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® from PMI. You’ve already chosen PRINCE2.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 13, 2022

In this article, you’ll learn how to develop a leadership philosophy for your projects and what skills are useful to underpin your chosen ways of working. Here are four tips. Tips for creating your own project management philosophy. Here are a few tips to help you create your own project management philosophy.

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International Institute for Learning

MARCH 29, 2023

Be sure to see article one and two , which explain leadership for project managers, outlines the five leadership roles, and reviews servant leadership. This article examines leadership styles, motivation, and psychological safety – all critical skills for today’s project manager.

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MPUG

APRIL 11, 2024

The Project Management Institute’s (PMI) 15th annual Pulse of the Profession report dives into the latest trends shaping the field, highlighting a clear shift towards adaptability, flexibility, and empowering project teams. Gain access to 500+ hours of PMI-accredited training, live events, and a vibrant online community.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 25, 2022

What’s your top tip for project managers wanting to inspire their project teams to do their best work? The courses are all eligible for PMI PDUs which is great! She is a contributor to PMWorld 360 and is a regular presenter at PMI chapters, and online project manager forums including Projectmanagement.com.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 25, 2020

Also, PMI have extended the deadline for the current Project Management Professional (PMP®) exam until the end of December (with the new exam being available from January, not July 2020). I’ve updated a couple of articles on working virtually. I’ve got a couple of webinar recordings you can watch here.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 4, 2016

I’m off to Barcelona at the weekend as I am part of a panel debate at the PMI Global Congress in Spain next week. Today I’ve got 5 tips (and a personal favourite bonus one at the end) about how to get the most out of attending a conference. That’s a tip for short people like me. Edit Your Badge.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 1, 2022

There are plenty of tips. There are again lots of practical tips like building pauses into the agenda to allow non-native English speakers time to reflect and soak in the point in their own language. One of my favorite tips from the book is for easy retrospectives. Building Strong Virtual Relationships. Author Dr Penny Pullan.

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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. Check it out!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 9, 2017

This article, Jon Clay: PMI UK’s New President Explains What’s Next For The Chapter , first appeared on Girl's Guide to PM. Professional organisations often rely on volunteers, and the PMI UK Chapter is no different. Jonathan Clay, PMI UK President. Being President of PMI UK requires you to travel a lot.

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Project Risk Coach

OCTOBER 9, 2017

In addition to her books, Susanne provides great articles on her website. When I first discovered her website, I quickly found out that her articles and resources are great for guys too! Read one of Kiron’s blog articles from his blog— Easy in theory, difficult in practice , and you will see that he knows his stuff.

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International Institute for Learning

MARCH 22, 2023

Be sure to see article one that explains leadership for project managers and outlines the five leadership components covered in the series. This second article builds on from the “Model the way” leadership attribute introduced in part one and digs deeper into diversity, inclusion, and servant leadership. Register here !

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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. Tip: If someone asks, “Why are we meeting?” Tip: Just because we’ve spent a lot of time since 2020 working in virtual teams doesn’t mean everyone is confident (still with tech).

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2023

And this article is a summary of what they replied. I’m sure you take away tips and ideas for making this your best year yet managing projects at work. The newest edition of the PMI standards captures the increasing need for communication management for project success.

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