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.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 14, 2024

If you’re searching for a project management job, you’ve no doubt come across a range of different job titles. The ‘project manager’ job descriptions have a wide variety of roles and duties, which can make it hard to know what’s right for you. Also known as a Technical Project Manager.)

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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

JUNE 15, 2021

Project managers are the point person in charge of a specific project or projects within an organization. We regularly feature project management resources to help train PMs to land jobs in the industry or develop better skills in their current role. What Does a Project Manager Do? How Much Does a Project Manager Make?

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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

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.

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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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The IIL Blog

JANUARY 17, 2024

Frohnhoefer In the ever-evolving landscape of project management, staying ahead of the curve is not just beneficial—it’s imperative. As we step into 2024, the dynamics of project management continue to shift, demanding professionals to be agile, skilled, and strategically focused. Not sure where to begin?

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Introduction: Project management, is a dynamic field, continually evolving in response to changing business needs and technological advancements. This transformation signifies a need for adaptive strategies and mindsets to navigate the evolving project management landscape effectively. By Elissa Farrow, Ph.D.

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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

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

OCTOBER 6, 2023

PMO stands for project management office and it’s responsible for the project management standards in an organization. The two others are the program management office and the portfolio management office. This includes any training that’s required. Either way, it’s run by a PMO director.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 15, 2023

Project management is all about solving problems before they happen. Let’s look at 15 project management challenges and how to deal with them. 15 Project Management Challenges You Should Prepare for Here are the most common challenges project managers face in their day-to-day lives.

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Susanne Madsen

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

Projects fail because of unclear scope and success criteria, lack of strategic alignment, lack of buy-in and engagement from senior stakeholders, lack of change management skills, underestimation, inadequate risk management and poor resourcing.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

What does a business analyst do on a project, and how is that different to the role of the project manager? First, let’s look at the different responsibilities for the roles of business analyst vs project manager on a project. They work with product managers or product owner as well as other stakeholders to do that.

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Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

Change management is a critical aspect of any successful project. By effectively managing change, organizations can minimize disruption, build stakeholder support, and achieve project objectives. It recognizes that change is inevitable and, if managed well, can be an opportunity for growth and improvement.

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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

MAY 4, 2021

Recently I spoke with Lela Machaidze on Clubhouse about future trends in project management. Lela: For the last decade, there have been a lot of changes in the PM profession. The next topic that comes to mind for the future of project management is data science and analytics. Read next: Project Management Trends.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 11, 2022

You can draw a recruiter’s attention to your skills, teamwork, leadership, and achievements. In my experience as a hiring manager, I want to see the relevant experience that applies to the job. If you are going for a project management position, I would include it before your job history. Have an upcoming interview?

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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

JUNE 28, 2021

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 stages. Manage by exception. What is PRINCE2? Who is PRINCE2 for?

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The Strategic Project Manager

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Then it focuses on strategy and project management as careers that can lead to CIO – but with a careful strategic approach. This post queries whether a Chief Information Officer (CIO) position might be a good and realistic goal for a project manager. Finally, the post discusses whether and how a CIO role might even lead to CEO.

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The IIL Blog

MARCH 20, 2024

For some roles, such as project and portfolio managers, we will have more time to focus on higher-reasoning skills such as data analysis, critical thinking, strategic thinking, and complex problem-solving. AI tools can facilitate communication and project management across distributed teams.

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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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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. Read more about the four essentials of project team leadership. How is management different from leadership? Resilience.

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The IIL Blog

AUGUST 30, 2023

Legal representation appeared in procurement management and became one of the knowledge areas that is needed in most companies for successful project delivery. But perhaps the most important responsibility was supporting the project team in risk mitigation efforts when necessary. By Harold Kerzner, Ph.D. and Elissa Farrow, Ph.D.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 30, 2023

Professional Scrum Master Training w/ PSM I Certificate — Live Virtual Class: February 7-10, 2023. What would you suggest to the leadership of that organization to help the change effort? This will help them understand the importance of the change and their role in it. Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

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Online PM Courses

MARCH 26, 2018

When you are in a Project Leadership role, you will have a lot to do. As well as managing your project day-to-day, you’re responsible for the people. They look to you for leadership and guidance. But, with so many responsibilities, it can be hard to know what are your leadership priorities? Encouraging.

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Velociteach

AUGUST 3, 2023

Project managers tend to focus their attention on delivering the application. Organizational change management (OCM) is the domain intended to support the adoption of new ways of working. However, history demonstrates that change is hard. The responsibility often falls to the project manager. Do not be surprised.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

This range accounts for the many factors that could affect the pace at which adoption occurs, including regulation, levels of investment, and management decision making within firms [3]. Risk Management. Effective risk management has to be proactive. Human Capital Optimization. Active Assistance.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Every trade has its trade association, an organization that represents the industry and offers training or networking. Project management is no different. The Project Management Institute (PMI) is a nonprofit organization for those working in project management across the globe. A History of PMI. But where did PMI start?

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Proofhub

JULY 12, 2022

HR Challenges Introduction Human society is complex and managing people has always been a challenging task. Now, the digital age has added even more complexity to human resource management. or risk losing them to an extremely competitive talent market. Provide regular training that aligns with a clear career progression path.

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Project Accelerator News

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

For anyone currently in a leadership role a range of skills, experience and capabilities are required to succeed in that role, and some are more important than others. Communication Skills Good communication skills are essential for all leaders and managers. This can best be done through focus days and workshops.

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Kiron Bondale

SEPTEMBER 16, 2018

A lot has been written about the challenges caused by functional managers when their company undergoes an agile transformation. But with this emphasis on what they shouldn’t be doing, not as much gets published about the specific activities we should be doing to help them through the change.

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The Lazy Project Manager

NOVEMBER 18, 2017

And do the sponsors interact and engage on a regular, bi-directional manner with the project managers? If you don’t declare a complete and utter ‘No’ then the next step of the ‘ESP’ test is to consider any weak points in this ‘Executive board to Sponsor to Project Manager’ relationship. One point here.

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MPUG

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Please find below a transcription of the audio portion of Walter Stinnett’s Project Managers are Change Managers webinar being provided by MPUG for the convenience of our members. Project Managers are Change Managers. Walter serves as a program manager for Edwards Performance Solutions.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 1, 2018

There are lots of routes into project management, as I explored recently in an article on how to become a project manager. But reading about what you should do to break into project management isn’t the same as hearing real stories of people who took that leap and got that project management job. Emma Seaton-Smith.

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