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Free Google Sheets Timeline Template: Create Plans Online

ProjectManager.com

When managing teams, it’s essential to create timelines to track their progress as they execute their tasks. Project management software is the most efficient way to create timelines to plan, assign and track their tasks. Other tools can be used to create timelines, though, such as Excel spreadsheets or Google Sheets. This Google Sheets timeline template can create a timeline in just four simple steps that won’t require any formulas or any advanced settings.

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Project Management Apprenticeships: A UK Guide

Rebel’s Guide to PM

I have mentored project managers for years, and recently, more of my mentees have been going through project management apprenticeships. I really rate the training on offer and the support (although to be fair, the different awarding organizations who offer the training can vary widely in their support). Maybe an apprenticeship in project management would be the right career move for you?

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How to Get Scope Right in the First Place

MPUG

Accurately defining the scope of a project and getting stakeholder signoff early on is one of the keys to project success. It is incumbent upon you to get your scope right during the definition stage. For a deeper dive into defining scope and getting stakeholders on-board, refer to the previous article – Scope Creep: How to Prevent a Major Source of Project Failure.

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The Virtual Classroom Experience with Velociteach

Velociteach

In a fast-paced corporate landscape, time is of the essence, and professional training and development are paramount. Velociteach enters as a pioneer in project management education, offering both traditional in-person classroom training as well as dynamic virtual classroom solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of modern professionals. Project managers and corporate training organizers are […] The post The Virtual Classroom Experience with Velociteach appeared first on PMP Certific

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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New Broom, Sweeps Lean! Four ROI, Efficiency and Productivity Hacks for The New IT Project Decision Maker

Project Accelerator News

“A new broom sweeps clean, but an old broom knows the corners.” I always think of this proverb when a project leader tells me about their new, more senior role and the radical plans they have to “shake things up”. It IS tempting to make a grand, headline grabbing move to justify your organisation’s faith in you, investing in a new portfolio software application or churning your talent, for instance.

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Navigating the World of URL Shorteners: A Comprehensive Guide

Productivity Land

URL shorteners have become a tool on the internet, simplifying web addresses into shorter, more easily shareable links. Whether you’re in marketing, blogging, or active on media, knowing how to use URL shorteners is key to boosting your presence. This guide will delve into the advantages of URL shorteners, address any drawbacks, and offer guidance on selecting the right one for your requirements.

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Why Is It Important to Conclude the Sprint With the Sprint Retrospective?

Scrum.org

This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. Subscribe to AskScrum.com to be the first to receive articles like this. The Sprint Retrospective is an event that provides a forum for reflection. It enables the team to pause, look back, and openly share accomplishments and problems, nurturing a sense of unity and trust. By focusing on value-driven outcomes and waste reduction during the Sprint Retrospective, the team ensures that every task, process, and decision is purposeful a

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Scope Creep: How to Prevent a Major Source of Project Failure

MPUG

Why do projects go wrong? One major reason is scope creep. Stakeholders keep adding work for the team, without providing the extra resources they need, or enough time to do it. In the end, something has to give, and sometimes that results in an obvious project failure. This is scope creep, and we need to stop it. What is Scope Creep? At some point early in the development of a project, we need to establish the scope of that project.

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Scrum is NOT Dead

Scrum.org

In this video, I explore the questions: Is Scrum dead? Is Scrum just "rebranded waterfall"? Is Scrum likely to become obsolete as more teams learn and practice XP? Please join me as I walk with the dog and share my thoughts on the topic. 00:29 Scrum is not dead 01:45 There is plenty of ZOMBIE Scrum out there 02:36 I believe we'll see a refinement in future 03:35 "Scrum is rebranded waterfall" 04:05 The elephant in the room 05:06 Avoid pessimism 05:36 As for Xtreme Programming 07:41 As for me… En

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri