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. People with more extreme positions are more likely than others to develop clear arguments and are also most likely to voice them.

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Project Management Update Submitted Articles

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Agile Maturity & Change Management: 3 Steps for Achieving Executive Buy-In. Large-scale change is difficult for any organization, and no less so when it involves growing Agile maturity in project and portfolio management. Here are three steps for encouraging risk-averse executives to support PMO maturity initiatives. #1

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Wrike

OCTOBER 6, 2023

By identifying and categorizing project risks, developing effective strategies for navigating uncertainty, and harnessing the power of leadership, project managers can mitigate risks and increase the likelihood of project success. Common types of risks in project management include technical risks (e.g.,

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The IIL Blog

AUGUST 2, 2023

The development team was devastated. In my consulting practice, I see development teams struggling with their users. A primary reason is poor stakeholder engagement. Organizational change management (OCM) is the domain intended to support the adoption of new ways of working. Do not be surprised.

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Velociteach

AUGUST 3, 2023

The development team was devastated. In my consulting practice, I see development teams struggle with their users. A primary reason is poor stakeholder engagement. Organizational change management (OCM) is the domain intended to support the adoption of new ways of working. Do not be surprised.

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Proofhub

JULY 12, 2022

or risk losing them to an extremely competitive talent market. Having the information as to why people tend to leave, HR can develop plans to address employee turnover. Change Management One of the greatest challenges HRs face today is coming to terms with the new reality of VUCA (P) times.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The industry didn’t matter; it was about translating my work experience into specific project management industry-recognized terms and managing projects. Whether you are just starting out, developing your project manager resume, or a seasoned professional, mastering the Project Management Buzzwords is non-negotiable.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 29, 2019

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The Lazy Project Manager

NOVEMBER 18, 2017

Does the executive team interact with project sponsors on a regular basis, perhaps are they even the executive sponsors themselves? And do the sponsors interact and engage on a regular, bi-directional manner with the project managers? Let’s start with the simplest form of this test by asking ‘Is there one?’. One point here.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

To best plan and respond to change, first, a clear definition of change management must be understood. What Is Change Management? The term change management refers to the actions, tools and models implemented to manage different types of change either at the project or organizational level.

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The Strategic Project Manager

APRIL 22, 2022

The Satir Model for Change provides a very personalized approach to the stages that we as individuals, teams, and even organizations pass through during times of change. The Satir Change Model – also sometimes called the Satir Growth Model – was developed by Virginia Satir, a family therapist.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 21, 2022

The Product Owner owns the content and ordering of the Product Backlog, which describes what the team will work on. The Developers own how to deliver their work. The Product Owner accountability is critically important for the Scrum Team. The Product Owner owns the Product Backlog, but Developers own the Sprint Backlog. .

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The Strategic Project Manager

JANUARY 9, 2024

While CEO’s can sometimes have a bad reputation in terms of politics and ethics, most – and the best – really do not. Twelve (12) top skills and attributes for a CEO include: Leadership – CEO’s have exceptional leadership skills. A career in strategy can certainly be a good one.

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Project Pulse Journal

MARCH 15, 2024

Possessing a toolkit that makes complex project management easier to handle and raises the success rate of the project and its leadership is undoubtedly advantageous. The intricacies of project management may become overwhelming for a project manager. Why are Project Management Artifacts Important to Project Managers?

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 30, 2023

What would you suggest to the leadership of that organization to help the change effort? ChatGPT : “To help the change effort in this scenario, I would suggest the following: Clearly communicate the vision and goals of the change to all stakeholders. Build a strong and diverse change management team to lead the effort.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

In the complex world of project management, the role of a project lead is essential for guiding teams towards success. They act as a liaison between the project team, stakeholders, and upper management. It goes beyond managing tasks and deadlines; it encompasses the ability to motivate and inspire team members.

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Online PM Courses

AUGUST 6, 2018

This could equally fit under ‘weak leadership’ However you classify it, if your people aren’t committed to your project’s success, they may as well be committed to its failure. – 7 – Project Management. It would be easy to conclude that projects fail because of poor Project Management.

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The IIL Blog

AUGUST 16, 2023

The delivery of project benefits has also been fertile ground for poor communication and misalignment. The provider’s primary method to communicate their work is the project lifecycle (aka the application, or development lifecycle), usually expanded into a methodology. And the second? Lack of effective cost control is another.

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Planio

MARCH 9, 2021

For every growing company, there comes a time when you need to add new blood to your product team. Unfortunately, scaling a product team from product/market fit to the demands of hyper-growth isn’t easy. But hire too slowly and you might overload your team with too much work and miss important opportunities for growth.

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ProProfs Project Management

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Uninspiring project leadership . Be Serious About Change Management. Call for a Team Meeting When It Is Really Needed. Deploy a Reliable Project Management Application. During the execution phase of project management, you keep a tab on several processes. Such as: Time Management. Cost Management.

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Business leaders and corporate executives need to find the optimal way to achieve growth while at the same time, manage the risks. All business initiatives are achieved through projects, so assessing and ranking these projects in order of importance to the business strategy give organisations the confidence to embrace risk.

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Leading Agile

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Today, Mike Cottmeyer sits down with Andrew to discuss how LeadingAgile is talking about OKRs and KPIs, the impact governance and teaming strategies have on your ability to run them effectively, why your project mentality might be getting in the way, and how you can get started using them in your business. It’s a fun topic.

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Sarah M. Hoban

JULY 29, 2022

What would you do to get a team to stick to a schedule? Describe a time you’ve worked in a team or helped communicate across teams. Tell me about a time when you had to build or motivate a team. What’s the difference between leadership and management? What is your program management philosophy?

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Identifying the Causes of Scope Creep Unrealistic Initial Estimates: When project managers underestimate the complexity or resources required for a project, it can lead to overruns and the need for additional work that falls outside the initial scope.

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MPUG

MARCH 28, 2021

But good communication grows complex as the scope of the project increases, more people are involved, and teams are scattered around the world. Here are some typical audiences, both stakeholders and ancillary groups, you might include in a communication plan: The project team is the core of communication.

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PM Basics

APRIL 17, 2022

Add known vacations and days off for all team members. Set durations for each task (copy the estimates provided by the team). Subject your project schedule to risk management activities. Add new risk response plans to the overall plan. Project management theory doesn’t work! Identify dependencies.

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Project Pulse Journal

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Key Takeaways Project lifecycle models provide a roadmap for project execution, mitigating risks, and boosting success rates. By helping to mitigate risks, control costs, and improve success rates, it streamlines management efforts and maintains transparency with stakeholders throughout the process.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Investing in their development, providing clear expectations, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation are vital for success. By fostering a culture of innovation and agility, you can identify new opportunities, adapt to changing customer needs, and seize competitive advantages.

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LiquidPlanner

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Results Without Authority: Controlling a Project When the Team Doesn’t Report to You by Tom Kendrick. Leading a project team that doesn’t report to you is a whole new challenge in itself. Kendrick walks through how to motivate a team to contribute to a project’s success. Cost: Coursera: Agile Development Specialization.

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Techno-PM

AUGUST 25, 2020

The best business leaders, whether they be project managers or product managers, always have their finger on the pulse of what’s going on, in terms of project status, emerging problems, and the roles of team members. Confidence is a vital quality of an effective project manager.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Enables efficient and systematic management of IT resources, maximizing their value and minimizing potential risks. Diligently plan and execute the migration of services from the development or testing environment to the production environment. This leads to cost savings and improved productivity.

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

APRIL 18, 2019

In a new report from Strategy Execution, 86% of organisations which are delivering change through programmes and projects struggle to prioritise work streams and resources. There are further stats; 45% lack change management skills; 29% have poorly resourced initiatives; 27% lack project management skills.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 5, 2023

This not only enhances customer satisfaction but also reduces the risk of lost sales due to unavailability of products. This eliminates the need for excessive production runs, reducing the risk of excess inventory and associated carrying costs. Data inaccuracies can also pose a significant risk in MRP.

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Workamajig

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Some of the skills you need to be a project manager are innate. If you’re a naturally good communicator and a born leader, you’ll be at home in a project management role. That’s not to say communication and leadership can’t be taught.). But a huge chunk of project management skills is acquired. Project management project.

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The IIL Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Project management approaches should differ between the two. Project management is what delivers business value. Innovation management, in its purest form, is a combination of the management of innovation processes and change management. Know and relate to the team and the firm’s growth objectives.

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Project Management Essentials

MAY 1, 2019

Set high-level goals and the strategic direction of the change, motivate the “what” and “why,” but do not dictate the “how.” We want to unleash the creative energies of our teams and empower them to find the best path or direction; Identify measures of progress. Consequently, we should incorporate risk planning into our journey.

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Epicflow Blog

JANUARY 6, 2022

Therefore, it’s extremely important to know the “recipe for success” in terms of change introduction and management. . Let’s analyze why change initiatives become fruitless, and what practices will help you manage change efficiently. . The Role of Change Management. Change Management Goals .

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