Project Risk Coach

AUGUST 24, 2020

Mike was a functional project manager in an organization where I managed a PMO. But his projects were trending in the wrong direction and his manager was not happy with Mike's performance. In a one-on-one meeting, I asked Mike how he was identifying, analyzing, and managing his risks. Frankly, he did not know how.

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Project Risk Coach

MARCH 28, 2023

As the project management landscape becomes increasingly complex, effectively identifying, assessing, and managing risks has become critical for project managers. The PMI-RMP certification covers various domains, each with its set of tasks and enablers that project managers can leverage to manage risks effectively.

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Project Risk Coach

JULY 2, 2018

Poor risk management is costly. Project managers are caught off guard by emerging risks. And these risks may turn into issues costing more time and money. We can identify risks early. We can assess and prioritize our risks, allowing us to make better use of our limited time.

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Project Risk Coach

JUNE 20, 2022

The Project Management Institute (PMI) released the PMBOK® Guide, Seventh Edition in July 2021. In this article, let's look at each principle and why each one matters with respect to managing risks. Create a Collaborative Project Team Environment 3. Optimize Risk Responses 11. Table Of Contents. Focus on Value 5.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 25, 2023

Time, cost and scope have to be controlled to successfully complete a project. How COQ does this, especially in project management, is what we’ll define. But we’ll also discuss the cost of good quality vs. the cost of poor quality and show you how to measure COQ. What Is Cost of Quality (COQ)?

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Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Manufacturing Controlling 330

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

And project managers contribute hugely to that because we go out and look for it. 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. What is team conflict? You could say we go looking for trouble.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Risks will arise and threaten the successful delivery of your project. Using a risk breakdown structure (RBS) is how you prepare for the unexpected. A risk breakdown structure is great for identifying and prioritizing risks so you know which will be more or less impactful. The Four Categories of Risk in a Project.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 23, 2024

When you’re a PMP, program manager or portfolio manager, you need to deliver all those multiple projects on time and within budget. This requires an organization with a well-developed project management process. This is done by using a project management maturity model. What Is Project Management Maturity?

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Underperforming Technical Team Risk Management Software Review Budget 333

Inloox

APRIL 16, 2024

SWOT analysis in the project management context Why should I conduct a SWOT analysis? 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. Content What is a SWOT analysis?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 2, 2023

There’s only one thing worse than being told bad news, and that is being told about bad news late. His ‘Managing and Saving Programs in a Changing World’ webinar covers 5 steps for project recovery. Focus on gaining control Don’t focus on the wrong issue. You need to regain control.

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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. The term refers to how the project’s requirements or feature list grows over time without proper control. What’s so bad about scope creep anyway?

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Project Risk Coach

MARCH 21, 2022

Or perhaps your team said they had gathered the requirements, but in reality, the team had hastily rushed through the requirement process resulting in rework, missed deadlines, and another blown budget. No requirements management plan. The project manager should define the approach to requirements development and management.

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Project Risk Coach

MAY 21, 2018

Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance. If this is true, why is it that some project managers put so little time in developing a project management plan? One of the reasons is that project managers may not know what to include. Engage your team members in developing the plans. Think about this.

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Project Risk Coach

OCTOBER 30, 2017

One reason a project manager may have a bad reputation is bloated project plans. While I’m a fan of planning, let’s use some common sense and right-size our risk management plans. A risk management plan for the Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be much larger than a plan for a Southern Living Idea House.

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Project Risk Coach

OCTOBER 30, 2017

One reason a project manager may have a bad reputation is bloated project plans. While I’m a fan of planning, let’s use some common sense and right-size our risk management plans. A risk management plan for the Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be much larger than a plan for a Southern Living Idea House.

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Project Risk Coach

MAY 28, 2016

Ever have this sinking feeling that a bad moon is arising on your project? You’re not sure what the problem is, but you know things are out of control. Increasingly, your attention is being diverted from managing your project activities to putting out fires. One of the most dangerous threats may be the unknown risks.

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PM Basics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

I’ve been managing software development projects for more than 11 years. Risk management is arguably the most crucial piece in my project management approach. Therefore, I spent lots of time and effort creating a practical risk management process. You’ll get the whole risk management process below.

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Project Risk Coach

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Let's look at the cost of having no quality management plan. Then, we will explore how to develop a practical quality management plan. The Cost of Poor Quality First, we may not meet customer's needs and expectations. Fifth, your team's morale may suffer. This is often a result of poor quality requirements.

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Project Risk Coach

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

In my project management workshops, I ask this question, "What are the top causes of project failure?" Nine times out of ten, I hear the answer—poor communication. What happens when poor communication exists? Consequently, individuals misunderstand and make bad assumptions. The cost of your project spirals out of control.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Estimation is a complementary practice Scrum Teams use in Product D evelopment. Story points are usually assigned by the team members using a scale such as the Fibonacci sequence (1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, etc.) Some other teams may use animal sizes (Rat, Cat, Dog, Horse, Elephant etc.) or T-shirt sizes (XS, S, M, L, XL, etc.).

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Project Risk Coach

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Unfortunately, many Project Management Offices (PMOs) become nothing more than a watchdog, one that ensures compliance to a strict set of rules. Management sees it as a way to give oversight to all the programs and projects. Third, some PMO managers lack authority and relational influence in the organization. Ask for Feedback!

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Planio

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

People don’t leave bad jobs - they leave bad managers. So, it only makes sense that to keep your team together and happy (and avoid project failure ), you need to level up your leadership game. Servant leadership is a leadership philosophy that focuses on empowering and supporting team members. Educate yourself.

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Scrum.org

JULY 10, 2018

Often I hear people say that Scrum does not take care of risk: there is no risk log, risk is not on the agenda of the Sprint Review or Retrospective as a standard agenda-item. The Development Teams need to be accountable for the quality of the product and how it's made. That's a risk right there!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 13, 2020

Trust matters because it helps build a resilient project team. Trusted team members not only do only what is asked, but what the project needs them to do, because they know that the project manager will trust their decisions and actions. . Wise’s book, Trust in Virtual Teams. Trust helps get things done.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 12, 2022

In this article, we’ll dive into the statistics and you’ll learn: The top challenges facing people managing several projects at once The key skills required for managing multiple projects The top tools for prioritizing work day-to-day. This wasn’t a survey about project portfolio management at the PMO level.

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Epicflow Blog

JUNE 10, 2022

Accordingly, they are more vulnerable to the consequences of risk-bearing events. When unmanaged, these risks can impact people’s safety and, to make matters worse, come down to considerable financial losses. . What are the most typical risks associated with aerospace engineering projects, and how to manage them effectively?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 7, 2023

Since I became a Professional Scrum Trainer in November, I have been asked a lot about the current state, and the future perspectives, for Scrum and agile development in Japan, where I’ve worked for the last six years. Yet, Scrum and the principles of agile development are not as common in Japan as they are in other parts of the world.

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LiquidPlanner

APRIL 5, 2022

If you manage to balance personal responsibilities alongside work, it will be the difference between just getting by and thriving—at work, at home, everywhere. It may seem impossible to do both at times, which can quickly lead to burnout and underperformance. Mental health is just as important as physical health. Learn how to say no.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 8, 2024

Malinawan, PMP Navigating the complexities of modern project management demands a sophisticated comprehension of the Development Approach and Life Cycle Performance Domain. Your pursuit of streamlining and enhancing project management processes led you to a pivotal crossroads.

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nTask

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

Gary David Cohn once said, “If you don’t invest in risk management, it doesn’t matter what business you’re in, it’s a risky business.”. Project manager or not – professionals on all levels have to interact with researching, identifying, and resolving risks. Risk Identification Techniques.

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Risk Management Risk Underperforming Technical Team Manufacturing 76

Inloox

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Know the risks in your project! Risk management plays an enormously important role in project management. The task here is to identify, analyze, control and ultimately minimize risks. The better risk management is handled in your project, the greater the probability of success, all other things being equal.

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Project Risk Coach

JANUARY 31, 2022

Some Project Management Offices (PMOs) never get off the ground. Let us never forget–PMOs should be built for the people, to help organizations, teams, and individuals achieve their objectives and realize the benefits. Control is low. Control is moderate. Directive - projects are managed by project managers in the PMO.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 22, 2021

As work evolves to include hybrid teams that are located in different places with a wide range of skill sets, successful businesses need to connect everyone to keep them productive. Perhaps the best solution would be to develop hybrid work processes that allow for a variety of work styles. Every team needs a leader. No problem.

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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

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

In this article, we’ll dive into the statistics and you’ll learn: The top challenges facing people managing several projects at once The key skills required for managing multiple projects The top tools for prioritizing work day-to-day. This wasn’t a survey about project portfolio management at the PMO level.

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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.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 1, 2019

Sometimes leading a team, project or organization goes well. Jennifer Bridges, PMP, shows you crisis management techniques to help you successfully lead during a disaster. In Review – Crisis Management: How to Lead During a Crisis. These crises impact teams. Related: The Basics of Project Cost Management.

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