Rebel’s Guide to PM
DECEMBER 17, 2017
This article, Project Management Trends (2018 Edition) , first appeared on Girl's Guide to Project Management. There are trends in all industries and professions. Project management is no different: we see trends come and go, or stay with us and develop over time. Recently I’ve been reflecting on what the shifts are and where that is taking us as project managers.
Project Risk Coach
DECEMBER 18, 2017
Vague risk statements lead to poor risk response planning. When organizations or project teams fail to respond to significant risks (i.e., threats and opportunities), these groups fail to achieve their goals and reach their potential. Risk management starts with identifying risks and writing clear risk statements. Why do people define risks poorly? I am convinced that most people simply don’t know how.
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Musings on Project Management
DECEMBER 19, 2017
Fidelity, faithfulness, and commitment often seem to be the tension between: What the customer/sponsor/user want, and. What the project charter/scope calls for. Why so? Why isn't it straightforward? The business case begets the project charter; the charter begets the project plan; and the project team is committed. Simple, right? Wrong!
Project Bliss
DECEMBER 19, 2017
It’s not only visionaries and dreamers who change the world. It takes more than just an idea to make a change. The idea must be put into motion – it must be executed. And that’s what Project Managers do. Ideas Without Action Have No Impact. People come up with ideas every day. Most people don’t act on them. When people have great ideas, they usually do one of two things.
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Rebel’s Guide to PM
DECEMBER 20, 2017
This article, Happy Holidays! , first appeared on Girl's Guide to Project Management. This is the last blog post of 2017! I wanted to use it to say thank you to all the people who have made A Girl’s Guide to Project Management possible this year. It’s a huge list, but it takes A LOT of work to put together the articles, the giveaways, manage the emails and do everything else behind the scenes that keeps this blog running.
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LiquidPlanner
DECEMBER 19, 2017
The New Year is just days away. Have you made any resolutions for 2018? If you haven’t started your list, these five ideas may jumpstart your workplace resolution planning. Resolve to be a more effective communicator in 2018. Strong communication is a pillar of project management success. Poor communication can lead to bigger problems, like scope creep, missed deadlines, and poorly defined goals.
Inloox
DECEMBER 18, 2017
Last year, we introduced our ongoing Back to Basics series, a kind of project management 101 refresher course, which we continued this year. We’ve also taken a closer look at the PMO’s role in project management in our PMO series as it plays an important part in an organization’s ability to deliver successful projects. This year, we also started our brand new series InLoox Best Practice , which aims to give you quick tips on how to get the most out of InLoox for Outlook.
Online PM Courses
DECEMBER 18, 2017
Yes, we’ve had a huge revolution in how we can learn and teach ourselves. And you may be ready for a project management course. But, for a new project manager, project management books are still a great way to learn. And for those of us with experience under our belts, the right project management books can offer new insights and ideas. So, what project management books would I recommend to a new project manager?
Leading Answers
DECEMBER 21, 2017
My first opportunity to create and run a large agile team did not start well. Having had good successes with small to medium sized agile teams I was keen to unleash the benefits on a bigger scale. I was working for IBM at the time and was able to persuade my account manager to pitch the approach on one of our government projects. A clean-sheet development opportunity with a smart team and engaged business group – what could go wrong?
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Empower yourself as a project manager with insights that directly influence the financial landscape and strategic direction of your organization! Join us for a deep dive into the world of financial strategy, as we dissect key metrics that drive CFOs and business leaders’ investment decisions. This session will equip you with the necessary tools to craft compelling business cases as well as a comprehensive understanding of the crucial distinction between capital expenditure and operational expend
Digite
DECEMBER 19, 2017
Ho Ho Ho… Wishing all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We have packed a special SwiftALM 2.5 release with lots of goodies in the area of Agile and Mobile App. To help you plan better, Sprint Velocity widget has been introduced for your Agile projects and usability enhancements are done in the Planning & Execution Board. Along with these, there are many other enhancements that will give you a richer experience.
Herding Cats
DECEMBER 16, 2017
The estimating of software development is both straightforward and complex. When it is suggested that estimating is hard, of no value, and unnecessary, always ask what principle is used to support that claim? Don't hear one? Then it's likely just a personal anecdote made without any principles. . Here are some resources that will provide guidance to produce credible software development estimates, in both traditional and agile domains.
Fix my Project Chaos
DECEMBER 22, 2017
Conceptual design work continues on the Port of San Diego’s planned $1.
Leading Answers
DECEMBER 21, 2017
My first opportunity to create and run a large agile team did not start well. Having had good successes with small to medium sized agile teams I was keen to unleash the benefits on a bigger scale. I was working.
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TimeCamp
DECEMBER 16, 2017
At present, we are undergoing one of the greatest revolutions of working processes in the company and the approach to an employee. According to Oxford scientists, more than half of today’s occupations will disappear in the next two decades. The concept of work and the process of company and employee development often deviate from the vision instilled in minds of our parents and grandparents.
PM by PM
DECEMBER 21, 2017
35 Contact Hours Through Self-Learning Online PMP Training In this post I have talked about the benefits of a PMP Online training (also called self-learning virtual training) over other forms of training courses and reason why it is the best way to attain 35 contact hours. Try to Google “PMP Training”. What do you see? […]. The post 7 Reasons PMP Online Training Is The Best Way to Get 35 Contact Hours appeared first on PM-by-PM.
Herding Cats
DECEMBER 21, 2017
The concept of risk and risk assessments has a long history. More than 2,400 years ago the Athenians offered their capacity of assessing risks before making decisions. From the Pericle's Funeral Oration in Thurcydidas' ‘History of the Peloponnesian War’ (started in 431 BC), we can read: We Athenians in our persons, take our decisions on policy and submit them to proper discussion.
Brightwork
DECEMBER 20, 2017
A project is only as successful as the people behind it. While leaders often choose people for project teams simply based on their bandwidth or specialized knowledge, this is not necessarily the best way to go about it. There’s a number of specific skills leaders must look for, indicating who would serve as a great asset and who wouldn’t add much value to the team.
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The Digital Project Manager
DECEMBER 19, 2017
It's been a fun year - thanks to a mini-sabbatical, and some staffing up the team, we've been able to publish more than 100 articles this year, a lovely mix of how-to guides, features, and of course the PM Life. The post Highlights Of 2017<br /> (And What’s In Store For The Year Ahead) appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.
Runrun.it
DECEMBER 21, 2017
Those of you who visit For-Managers on a regular basis must have realized that we have an uncompromising commitment to improving your management. We are continually introducing new tools, reflecting on aspects of skills management, showing the importance of enhancing IT management, and so on: for us, writing an article will only make sense if […].
Inloox
DECEMBER 18, 2017
Our offices will be closed on Monday, December 25, Tuesday, December 26, and on Monday, January 1. Should you have any queries during these three days, please submit a ticket through our ticket system. Please be aware that we will not be fully staffed during the Holidays, which means that it might take a bit longer for us to get back to you. Otherwise, you can still reach our support team during our usual business hours from 8.30 am to 5 pm from Monday – Thursday, and from 8.30 am to 3 pm on Fri
Brightwork
DECEMBER 18, 2017
As 2017 draws to a close and we celebrate all that has been, I wanted to take time to reflect on some of the endeavors of the past year. This year has been a busy one for the BrightWork community. Here are a few of the highlights. 1. Introducing “BrightWork Success” In January 2017, we launched BrightWork Success, an area of expertise designed specifically to help our customers accomplish more with BrightWork.
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The Digital Project Manager
DECEMBER 18, 2017
As project managers, we're in the business of managing teams. But are we managing them, and leading them well? Ben Aston chats with Karl Sakas, author of, 'Made To Lead', to discuss how can we lead our teams be more effective, cast vision better, and manage with strategies that are effective for delivery. The post DPM Podcast: Made To Lead (with Karl Sakas) appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.
Fix my Project Chaos
DECEMBER 21, 2017
Showing empathy as a project manager, with Elena Zagorenko Have you ever had a conversation with a colleague or boss and later realised they weren’t listening to a word you said? Chances are they weren’t practicing active listening. Maybe you’re guilty of this yourself? For a long time, people have taken a backseat in project […]. The post Podcast: Elena Zagorenko – Showing empathy as a project manager appeared first on Elise Stevens.
Eylean
DECEMBER 19, 2017
Last week i shared the first part of the best 2017 blog posts with you and now is the time for the second one. Read on to find out which of Eylean articles you liked the most. If by any chance you missed them, they are sure to be interesting! #5 … The post Best Project Management Articles Of 2017 (Part 2) appeared first on Eylean Blog.
Boost by Brightpod
DECEMBER 18, 2017
Project management in a creative industry is more than just establishing official rules and supervising delegated tasks. Creative industry doesn’t really g.
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