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Wicked Problem Solving Course Review (PMI)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

But do you really need a course on problem-solving? In this independent review, I’ll share: Whether the course is really worth it (I think so) Why it’s good for experienced project and change management practitioners Who shouldn’t do the course? The Wicked Problem Solving course. Who shouldn’t do this course?

PMI 432
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How to manage team conflict (& 5 strategies for conflict resolution)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

We challenge leaders, we talk about risk and what might go wrong and we call people out on poor performance through project monitoring and control. Conflict should be a healthy part of any team’s development, and it’ a good way to challenge requirements and ensure that your business case and plans stand up to scrutiny.

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Key Skill for Project Managers: Concept Development

Inloox

Thus, concept development is an important key skill for project managers and all those who want to become one. Competencies for concept development In project management, we generally use a very structured approach to work through a plan according to clear specifications. Information for the project team. creativity methods).

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Scrum: Dealing With Fixed Date, Fixed Budget Work

Scrum.org

Just the other day the traditional question arises: can you deliver product X by this deadline, within budget? Fixed-date, fixed-budget projects will still continue to exist. Of course, we can deliver something. Of course, we can deliver something. In a worst-case scenario, we have to add 3 developers.

Budget 184
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7 Tips for Managing International Project Teams

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Managing international project teams requires cultural sensitivity and an awareness of what makes us different — and the same. In this article you’ll learn 7 helpful tips for working with international teams on global projects. Working with global teams is normal. Many of us do manage international teams now.

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What Should You Include in Your Preconstruction Meeting Agenda?

ProjectManager.com

Construction projects are structured with schedules, budgets and resource allocation. Many people work on them, from general contractors overseeing subcontractors to architects and, of course, the project owner. ProjectManager has workload charts to keep teams productive. What Is a Preconstruction Meeting?

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SWOT analysis in project management: definition, instruction & example

Inloox

How to perform a SWOT analysis Once the SWOT analysis is completed: 5 key approaches for strategy development Concrete example: SWOT analysis in a software development project Conclusion 1. Understanding these strengths allows the project team to target them in order to maximize the project's chances of success.