Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 9, 2018

It’s an edited extract from his book Risk Happens ! Group Think Introduces Risk. Therefore, with dissent discouraged, groups tend to endorse higher risk decisions than individuals would. Risky shift is the difference between the average risk taken by individuals and the risk taken by the group.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 10, 2025

Project management has developed the means to increase the likelihood of successful completion. That starts by breaking a project down into project management phases. What Are the 5 Project Management Phases? The five project management phases are a structured approach to planning, executing and completing a project.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 2, 2020

Project managers are well aware of this and spend much of their time planning in order to avoid negative risk and its potential impact. There are many tools that can mitigate risk in a project, but it also takes skill in something called project controls. Risk management. Methodology. Cost estimates.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 11, 2021

Where is artificial intelligence taking project management? AI has turned up in the project management trends articles over the past few years and it’s now most definitely here to stay. The impacts of artificial intelligence in project management. PWC predicts that 80% of project management work will be eliminated by 2030.

Artificial Inteligence 526

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge – ( PMBOK® Guide ) 7 th Edition represents a major shift in the way ‘how to do project management’ is presented by PMI. Instead of the Knowledge Areas , we have the whole body of project management split up into 3 performance domains. Let’s look at each of those domains next.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Scope creep in project management is where additional requirements are added to the project, beyond what was originally agreed and these additions are not formally authorized. Scope creep is caused by lack of requirements management. The project manager is responsible for letting scope creep affect the project.

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Project Risk Coach

APRIL 5, 2021

Have you left anything out of your project management plan? As I define a project management plan, I strive for clarity, brevity, and simplicity. schedule management plan) Ancillary plans (e.g., Project Scope Management Plan Define how you will plan, execute, and control scope. schedule baseline) Subsidiary plans (e.g.,

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

In their book, Leading Successful Change: 8 Keys to Making Change Work , Gregory P. Solomon talk about the 8 things that you should be targeting if you want the change management effort on your project to stick. They say that if your project isn’t addressing at least 4 of these elements, then the change is doomed to fail.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 24, 2022

There’s no denying that project management today looks different to how it did even 5 years ago. Project management trends shape our profession. Change is inevitable – we all know that. So what are the emerging trends in project management that are going to shape how you do your job in the future? Managing a hybrid team.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 19, 2021

When I brainstormed a list of project management skills to put on my resume (which over here in the UK we call a CV), it was a long list. How do you list the project management skills required without it turning into a giant list of buzzwords? How to include project management skills on your CV. Here’s how. Soft skills.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Nearly 1 in 5 project managers have considered leaving their job: 37% of professionals have thought about quitting project management in the past year. So why are people leaving project management? Let’s start with this story from one project manager. Anonymous project manager. Why do project managers quit?

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 19, 2022

Project execution’s key purpose is to complete the work defined in the project management plan and to meet key project objectives. During this phase a project leader will focus on these key processes: Managing people. When you’re executing a project, you need to manage a lot of things: resources, costs, schedule and more.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

As a project manager, you are expected to have all-round skills encompassing the technical fields of project management like planning and scheduling, through to the interpersonal skills like communicating up and influencing others. Learn how to help your team manage risk so you can split the work between you.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 1, 2023

When I brainstormed a list of project management skills to put on my resume (which over here in the UK we call a CV), it was a long list. How do you list the project management skills required without it turning into a giant list of buzzwords? Below, we’ll look at some examples of common project management skills for your resume.

Leadership 420

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

PRINCE2® is a project management method. It’s structured, and experience-based, created from the lived experience of thousands of project managers and successful projects. It’s a customizable way of managing and controlling the work. Manage by exception I love this principle. What is PRINCE2®? Who is PRINCE2® for?

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Planview

AUGUST 22, 2024

Unlock the strategies to overcome key PMO hurdles—mastering resource management, driving change, and streamlining processes—with expert insight from Athena Smith, Senior Director, Portfolio Management. Athena currently leads the delivery of organizational priorities through portfolio management frameworks and best practices.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

First we should start with a definition of program management. Each of these are projects with a project manager, but together they deliver a transformative change for the business. What is Program Management? Read next: Project Management versus Program Management. What is a Program Manager?

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 27, 2018

Project management is thriving. We’re just happy to help people manage their projects with our project management software , blog posts and videos that offer practical solutions to things like time management, using resources more effectively and managing teams. The 7 Habits of Successful Project Managers.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 3, 2023

A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge – ( PMBOK® Guide ) Seventh Edition represents a major shift in the way ‘how to do project management’ is presented by PMI. Instead of the Knowledge Areas , we have the whole body of project management split up into performance domains. Let’s look at each of those domains next.

Technical Review 367

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 22, 2021

Did you know that 56% of your project budget might be at risk due to poor communications? Perhaps that number (from research by PMI ) surprises you, but I’m sure you aren’t surprised by the fact that good communication management on projects leads to higher success rates. What is project communication management? who support it.

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LiquidPlanner

OCTOBER 16, 2018

How do you recommend managing dependencies that put the project at risk? Knowing they are there is the first step to being able to manage them! There are a few things to do here to make sure that you can adequately manage the impact of dependencies. Consider the Risks. Identify the Types of Dependencies.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 2, 2023

Are you wondering whether it’s worth getting a degree in project management? Or what you can do with a project management degree for a job once you finish your bachelor’s or master’s studies? Recently someone got in contact with me to ask about how to become a project manager. “Do I need a degree in project management?”

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Project management is no different. The Project Management Institute (PMI) is a nonprofit organization for those working in project management across the globe. As an organization, it offers training and certification in project management, and it reports regularly on industry trends. Quick Facts About PMI.

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MPUG

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

One might conclude that agile approaches to project management, such as Scrum, mean there is no need for gate reviews. They consider the resources needed, potential risks, and strategic alignment for the next phase. We suggest blanket statements like that are of little use and amount to checking our brains at the door.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

First we should start with a definition of program management. Each of these are projects with a project manager , but together they deliver a transformative change for the business. What is Program Management? Read next: Project Management versus Program Management. What is a Program Manager?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 14, 2018

In doing so, I am of course taking as read that a brilliant project leader will have solid project management expertise and be able to plan and deliver their projects with confidence and assurance. How is management different from leadership? For me, the yellow bus driver is an able manager: the purple bus driver is a leader.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 29, 2019

For the last four years, I’ve published my annual women in project management blog for ProjectManager.com. Even after all that time, women in project management are still a hidden key to our global and economic sustainability. It’s Time to Change the Ratio. It’s Time to Change the Ratio.

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Kiron Bondale

SEPTEMBER 29, 2019

Some contributors worry that sufficient advances in AI will render the role of a project manager obsolete whereas others remain bullish about the prospects for the profession. In the article, the author asserts that roles in which emotion and context play a strong influence will still need to be performed by human beings.

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The Strategic Project Manager

APRIL 26, 2022

John Kotter’s 8 step Change Management Model is a strong framework that has been used to implement change in many organizations. This post examines the model, its advantages and disadvantages, and its value to strategists and project managers. What Is the John Kotter Change Management Model?

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PM That Works

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Whether its implementing new processes, adopting new technology, or reshaping entire business models, change management can feel like navigating a minefield. Welcome to the future of change management, where AI doesnt just make life easierit makes organizational change more predictable, strategic, and successful.

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Planview

APRIL 27, 2023

You know the saying: The only constant is change. It’s true in business — it’s certainly true in life — and it’s why proactive change management matters. When a transformation doesn’t stick – whether it’s digital, Agile, organizational, or a combination — you risk missing your critical business outcomes.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 6, 2022

This article first appeared at Rebel's Guide to Project Management. They all seem to be led by highly experienced project managers who have the confidence and skills to deal with the complex sociopolitical environments of their projects, international and virtual teams and other factors that make their work particularly challenging.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 7, 2019

I asked people two questions: What should people managing projects be aware of as we go into 2019 to make 2019 their most successful year ever? I’m sure you take away tips and ideas for making this your best year yet managing projects at work. Would you like to make 2019 a successful year for your projects? I’m sure you do.

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Kiron Bondale

JUNE 16, 2018

In one of my previous articles I’d written about the need for change across multiple areas of an organization when undertaking an agile transformation. A key enterprise partner is the Finance department and the organization’s model for project funding will have significant influence over successful agile delivery.

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Project Risk Coach

OCTOBER 17, 2016

Project Integration Management Plan. Project Scope Management Plan. Project Time Management Plan. Project Cost Management Plan. Project Quality Management Plan. Project Human Resource Management Plan. Project Risk Management Plan. Project Procurement Management Plan.

Planning 150

Planning Project Life Cycle Defining Controlling 150

Moira Alexander

MAY 18, 2016

Inaccurately defined deliverables is one of the biggest risk factors when it comes to project success or failure. Project managers should slow things down enough at the beginning stages to be able to accurately gather all pertinent information from key stakeholders before charging ahead. Here are just a few.

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Paymo App

APRIL 2, 2018

People are gradually becoming more interested in project management as an independent topic and as a possible career. Project management blogs and resources can be a primary source of knowledge, especially if project management (PM) experts contribute to them. And if you’re not yet familiar with project management, don’t worry!

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