Thu.Aug 18, 2016

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5 Common Problems for Small Project Teams

LiquidPlanner

“Small is beautiful.” So championed British economist E. F. Schumacher , and those of us who have worked in small teams are highly likely to agree. Small teams (10 and under) often work on highly complex problems, in fast-moving environments and with a high degree of trust. A great team can deliver amazing projects and create bonds that go far beyond the office, with team members becoming lifelong friends.

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A Growth Job

Herding Cats

Is never permanent. Makes you like yourself. Is fun. Is sometimes tedious, painful, frustrating, monotonous, and at the same time gives a sense of accomplishment. Bases compensation on productivity. Is complete: One thinks, plans, manages and is the final judge of one's work. Addresses real need in the world are large - people want what you do because they need it.

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What To Do When Assigned a Project With an Imposed Date [Video]

Project Risk Coach

If you can’t see this video in your RSS reader or email, then click here. The post What To Do When Assigned a Project With an Imposed Date [Video] appeared first on.

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Escape From Shallow Work with “Deep Work” (Book Review)

Project Management Hacks

I finished reading Cal Newport ‘s new book Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World a few days ago. It has adjusted my thinking on productivity. The classic productivity books like Getting Things Done by David Allen (want to know more? read this: Leading Yourself With Getting Things Done ) are often interpreted as a ‘task management system.’ Newport’s book argues that raw task accomplishment is not enough.

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Understand Digital Debt, Form a Team, Set Goals, and Plan Roadmap for Transformation

Understanding digital debt is crucial before digital transformation. Assemble a team to assess internal operations, market pressures, and digital debt's impact. Define future digital vision with measurable goals. Refine hypotheses and conduct market analysis. Develop a roadmap for transformation with defined projects, cost estimates, and governance.

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Why I’ve Lost My Way As a Project Manager

Ron Rosenhead

I read a lot of blogs and articles and I came across this from Elizabeth Harrin who runs a site called a Girls Guide to Project Management. It is a frank and open article and with Elizabeth’s permission I have reproduced this below. The original article can be found here. Since maternity leave I’ve been in a more operational job. For a while I had staff management responsibilities (although I’ve lost those very recently).