Creative Project Management Essentials: Characteristics, Stages, and Reasons to Implement PM Software
GanttPRO Project Management
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Managing projects in the creative field can be simultaneously inspiring and challenging.
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A Quick Guide to Time Blocking
ProjectManager.com
DECEMBER 5, 2018
The Road Warrior blog credits Cal Newport with the idea with his article back in 2013, but of course, this productivity method has surely been used before then. For many people, that’s an eight or nine hour day, Monday through Friday, likely from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Segment Meeting and Creative Time.
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Top 25 Project Management Blogs You Should Be Reading
Workzone
OCTOBER 30, 2021
Project management is no exception, and there’s tons you can learn and share by browsing project management blogs across the web. It can be nearly impossible to sort through it all, which is why we’ve collected our favorite project management blogs and put them all in one place. How can you actually use these blogs?
5 Tips to Build a Harmonious Project Team in 2023
LiquidPlanner
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
Without a harmonious project team, your project could be at risk of unhappy stakeholders and clients, delayed timelines, and every PM’s greatest nightmare … scope creep. From workflow creation to briefing to internal scheduling, provide your team with software that can help them streamline all project operations. Think again.
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How To Make 2023 A Successful Year for Your Projects
Rebel’s Guide to PM
JANUARY 31, 2023
These past few years have seen an incredible evolution in the way software is built. In these next years, we’re going to see a new wave of what software can do with the growing capabilities of machine learning, artificial intelligence and data pipelines across enterprises. A well-documented plan? Proper briefs?
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Artificial Intelligence and Project Management: The First Step
The IIL Blog
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Regarding Project Management (PM), the field of our interest, experts predict that by 2030, 80% of the work of today’s project management discipline will be eliminated as AI takes on traditional project management functions such as data collection, tracking and reporting [4]. Risk Management. Effective risk management has to be proactive.
Best Project Management Software of 2020
ProjectManager.com
JANUARY 2, 2020
Therefore, it makes sense why successful companies rely on project management software to keep them on track. Building a business foundation on project management software can be a very effective tactic; thus, making the right choice is extremely important. For this list, we were extremely selective in which software was included.
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Best Project Management Software of 2019
ProjectManager.com
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
Therefore, it makes sense why successful companies rely on project management software to keep them on track. Building a business foundation on project management software can be a very effective tactic; thus, making the right choice is extremely important. For this list, we were extremely selective in which software was included.
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Falling in Love with Your Project Plans
LiquidPlanner
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
Recall the sense of accomplishment buzz after leading a team of skilled individuals or a creative design team to make a client happy? Project love comes easy with the right project management software that uses predictive scheduling to dynamically adapt to change and manage project uncertainty. Are you in love with your project plans?
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Project Management Framework Types, Key Elements & Best Practices
ProjectManager.com
JANUARY 28, 2020
Many Gantt charts employ the waterfall methodology into their makeup, so it’s an easy transition to make should you migrate from software to software. At this phase, you’ll use software to combine communication across all channels into one area. Create an agile PM framework with our kanban boards. Project Control Cycle.
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Top Skills Employers Are Looking For in 2020 and How to Get Them
Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives
JANUARY 16, 2020
Creative Skills. In the age of big data and artificial intelligence, one of the main ways humans can offer value to businesses and project teams is through creativity. Understanding these ideas can also help you to use your creativity within a robust framework, where fresh and even potentially risky ideas can be explored.
Top Project Management Conferences of 2020
ProjectManager.com
JANUARY 20, 2020
A software development conference with workshops on the theme of Our Digital Tomorrow. There are presentations and interactive sessions led by experts that explore current implementation best practices and creative applications of agile and the scrum framework. The 2020 Digital PM Summit. GOTO Chicago. April 27-29, Chicago, IL.
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25 Fun Icebreaker Games for Meetings
ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 8, 2021
Related: Staff Meeting Ideas: 7 Creative Tactics That Your Team Will Love. Use PM Software for Virtual Teams. ProjectManager is an award-winning software that helps teams work better together. Celebrate victories with ProjectManager and its online project management software.
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The Complete Guide To Creative Project Management
Teamweek
OCTOBER 13, 2022
Creative project management practices are unlike those in traditional industries. Construction, industrial, and even software development project management practices and processes have matured over the years. What is creative project management? Traditional vs. creative project management. Creative employees are scarce.
The Evolution of Project Management
The IIL Blog
MAY 17, 2023
Since almost all of the projects were technical in nature, two criteria were established for someone to be appointed as a project manager (PM). First, the PM was expected to possess a command of technology rather than merely an understanding of technology. Second, the PM was expected to possess superior writing skills.
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10 Best Marketing Project Management Software Tools For 2021
Teamweek
DECEMBER 17, 2020
Marketing project management software helps you plan, collaborate, and track the delivery of marketing projects. In this article, we look at the top 10 project management software tools for marketing teams. Specifically, we look at: What types of teams need marketing project management software? Let’s start. Toggl Plan.
21 Types Of Project Management Software (With Examples)
Teamweek
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
Before choosing a specific tool though, you need to decide on the type of project management software you need. And choosing from the many different project management software types can be quite a challenge. Types of project management software based on the use case. Project and resource planning software.
Agency project management 101 – Part 1
Resource Guru
JUNE 2, 2023
Welcome to our agency project management blog series where we set out to uncover everything you need to know about running effective project management programs at your agency. Tight deadlines In creative work especially, there’s a common thread that quality trumps speed.
What’s the best project portfolio management (PPM) software?
Wrike
APRIL 24, 2024
In this guide, we share some of the top project portfolio management software options out there, starting with Wrike. But first, we share three essential capabilities you should expect from your PPM software. So, what more do you need from PPM software? How do PPM tools stack up against these three capabilities?
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Mastering the project life cycle: Your complete guide (+ examples)
Resource Guru
FEBRUARY 9, 2023
For a freelancer working with a client to write a few blog posts, the initiation phase may involve one brainstorming meeting to clarify the details. Using tools like resource management software to track resource utilization to ensure you’re getting the most out of your team and preventing team burnout.
11 Best Creative Agency Project Management Software Tools (2021)
Teamweek
MARCH 1, 2021
In this article, we compare the best creative agency project management software. Creative teams, such as branding, web design, advertising, and marketing agencies, will find these tools useful for managing their day-to-day workflows. Here’s what we’ll cover: What is creative agency project management software?
25 Fun Icebreaker Games for Meetings
ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 8, 2021
Related: Staff Meeting Ideas: 7 Creative Tactics That Your Team Will Love. Use PM Software for Virtual Teams. ProjectManager is an award-winning software that helps teams work better together. Celebrate victories with ProjectManager and its online project management software.
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Inspiring Women in Project Management: Sofia Hess
Rebel’s Guide to PM
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017
This article, Inspiring Women in Project Management: Sofia Hess , first appeared on Girl's Guide to PM. Well, Sofia works at the company behind Genius Project software who kindly sponsor my blog (although, in the interests of full transparency – I wasn’t paid for this interview). Do you use PM skills in your job?
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What does the Scrum Master do all day?
Scrum.org
MAY 12, 2019
See you at 3:30 pm then. See you later at 3:30 pm. See you at 3:30 pm. . As time hits 3:30 pm, Ahmed opens the door and enters the room. Juergen: Yeah it’s 5:00 pm already. We apply the same thinking towards creative work like software development. Conversation continues …. Ahmed: Okay then.
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The Ultimate Guide To Project Management For Marketing & Ad Agencies
Teamweek
JULY 22, 2022
And yet every marketing, advertising, and creative agency worth its salt has some form of project management. Without robust project management, a creative agency can quickly find itself neck-deep in client complaints, employee burnout, and unexpected expenses. Second, creative projects often have to deal with uncertain timelines.
Agile Project Management In Marketing: A Complete Guide
Teamweek
JULY 19, 2022
Agile project management originated in software development. On the other hand, clients could get their hands on a working piece of software. In this blog, you’ll learn about Agile project management in marketing. Is Agile the right PM method for you? How Does Agile PM for Marketing Work?
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What Skills Will Make You a Top Manager in 2022?
Epicflow Blog
JULY 29, 2019
As you can see in the table below, truly human skills like analytical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, leadership, and emotional intelligence (together with technical fluency) will be in high demand in 2022. Creativity, Originality, Initiative . No surprises here, as companies that encourage creativity in their employees “are 3.5
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Advertising agency workflows: 11 steps to building better processes
Resource Guru
JULY 19, 2023
Any thriving creative team is supported by a solid advertising agency workflow. Yes, creativity needs freedom to flow, but it also requires workflows to stay the course. That means even within traditional creative services, there are many campaign options, and that means a multitude of workflows. television or radio).
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The Automattic Creed: Long Range Thinking That’s Agile
The Strategic Project Manager
NOVEMBER 4, 2023
This post discusses the ‘creed’ for a software technology company, Automaticc. This is full of ideas for action for the strategic PM. I think this ‘creed’ – while specific to Automattic – speaks to various aspects of strategic and tactical thinking – the subject of this blog.
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5 project management methodologies for agencies – Part 2
Resource Guru
JUNE 7, 2023
Here, we’re going to take a look at the most common agency PM methodologies, with example use cases. This approach typically works well for digital agencies, software development agencies , marketing agencies , and any agency that operates in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, such as advertising or creative agencies.
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People Are Not Cogs: How to Manage a Project with People, not Resources
LiquidPlanner
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Of course, most of Coyote’s ideas are overly complex and don’t work well, but that’s a subject for a different blog post. As a PM, you need to understand more than just the capabilities and efficiency of your team members, but also their work styles. I would just say, “It would be great if the software could do XYZ.”
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Guide to Hiring International Employees (With 11 Tips)
Teamweek
MARCH 25, 2024
Whether problem-solving, strategizing, or socializing, this mix of outlooks comes together to foster creativity and innovation that no one person could come to on their own. They also implement robust payroll and HR software that can handle the complexities of global operations. Sign up for a free account to see how it works!
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Building X-Shaped Project Management Skills: A Complete How-To
Workamajig
JANUARY 31, 2019
If you interview successful project managers, you’ll find that they all have two things in common: They have a deep understanding of the core fields that they’re managing, such as construction or software. A software project manager, for instance, often has a programming background. This cross-domain expertise can be hard to build.
What you need to know before hiring a resource manager
Resource Guru
MARCH 11, 2022
An RM concentrates on staffing projects with the right people and tools for the job, and a PM is responsible for the overall execution of each project. Resource managers need to be masters of many soft skills to do their job well, including communication, organization, conflict resolution, and creative problem solving. Studio Manager.
Navigating a Recession: Strategies for Small Business Owners
Appfluence
JANUARY 25, 2023
Eliminating waste (easier said than done, but be creative) Outsourcing non-core activities to save time and money. Invest in technology such as: Cloud-based software Automation tools (did we mention Power Automate?) The post Navigating a Recession: Strategies for Small Business Owners appeared first on PM Blog.
How to Decompose a Project into Tasks (Real Example)
PM Basics
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
Actually, I got it from one of the blog posts on this topic that I found during research: Select an email service provider. It should happen only on blog posts of the site.” ” “On all blog posts, in the sidebar, there should be a button which you can click for the same popup.” Create an account.
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What Is An Agile Agency And How To Become One
Teamweek
OCTOBER 20, 2022
You probably already know—Agile isn’t just for software developers anymore. After all, Agile projects deliver proven value in software projects: Higher profit More meaningful projects and client relationships Greater productivity Clearer communication. Enhances creativity. Choose the right PM tools. Buzzword alert.
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4 Project Management Trends of 2020: What to Prepare for?
Epicflow Blog
JANUARY 24, 2020
Almost on every page, they write about AI in PM, the increased significance of soft skills and emotional intelligence, and hybrid frameworks in project management as a new tendency. Epicflow creators have been dedicating a great deal of time and energy investigating AI in PM for years. The Place of Hard Skills in PM.
Top 7 Enterprise Project Management Software Tools
TrustRadius Project Management
FEBRUARY 19, 2020
TrustRadius has already done the work in compiling a list of the best project management software , according to end-users; but not all of them require the same scale of management or growth-optimization tools. Best Project Management Software for Enterprises. #1 1 Workfront. Pricillar N. 2 Plainview Projectplace.
How To Make 2018 A Successful Year for Your Projects
Rebel’s Guide to PM
JANUARY 3, 2018
I couldn’t fit it all in this blog post. These past few years have seen an incredible evolution in the way software is built. In these next years, we’re going to see a new wave of what software can do with the growing capabilities of machine learning, artificial intelligence and data pipelines across enterprises.
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Top Energy Boosters for a Summer Weekend: Tips for Project Managers
Epicflow Blog
JUNE 7, 2019
Albert Ponsteen , a PM researcher and co-founder of Epicflow, says that weekends are a good chance for him to spend quality time with family and go biking or windsurfing. She describes the experience as a mindful art retreat that helps her deepen her self-awareness and creativity. . Albert on a forest bike ride with his wife.
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Agency SOPs: From chaos to consistency in 8 steps
Resource Guru
JULY 25, 2023
They’ll help you and your team move effortlessly, protect your time, and ultimately free up more space for creativity. But even if you don’t follow a specific PM methodology, continuous improvement through SOPs will help your agency stay competitive. SOPs for creative agencies Ideation and brainstorming. Choosing project tools.
Master remote project management with these 4 tips
Resource Guru
APRIL 13, 2022
Review your project management app or software and ask yourself these three questions to determine whether it’s time for new project management software that will better support your remote project management needs: Can you monitor availability, utilization rates and capacity ? Head of Creative Technology. ” Alex Matthews.
How To Help Teams Make Group Decisions
Rebel’s Guide to PM
JUNE 3, 2016
This will give you two results: People can think by themselves rather than in a group, therefore the ideas you will get will be much, much more creative (more on that here ); Everyone will be forced to think about the problem and will make more informed contributions. He’s the author of Effective Decision Making.
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