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The Fallacy of Shu-Ha-Ri

Pawel Brodzinski

Shu-Ha-Ri is frequently used as a good model that shows how we adopt new skills. The general idea is pretty simple. First, we just follow the rules. We don’t ask how the thing works, we just do the basic training. That’s Shu level. Then we move to understanding what we are doing. Instead of simply following the rules we try to grasp why the stuff we’re doing works and why the bigger whole was structured the way it was.

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Is Your Agency Ready For a Project Management Software?

Function Point

At Function Point, many of the creative agencies we talk to are searching for a project management software solution to replace the ad-hoc systems they have in place. A comment we often hear is that their workflow processes are becoming too complicated, inconsistent and time-consuming, plus there’s a lack of visibility into what is actually getting done.

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The Salesman Project Manager: Episode 78

PM for the Masses

Have you ever heard that everyone is in sales? I truly believe that that is the case, but there’s more: this is true especially for project managers. We are in the business of persuading, communicating, solving conflict, and selling ideas to stakeholders. If you work on your sales skills, you automatically will be better at […]. The post The Salesman Project Manager: Episode 78 appeared first on Project Management for the Masses.

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Mnemonics for PMP and CAPM Certifications

Deep Fried Brain

PMP Study Aids: Does PMP Certification require memorization?

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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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Is Your Agency Ready For a Project Management Software?

Function Point

At Function Point, many of the creative agencies we talk to are searching for a project management software solution to replace the ad-hoc systems they have in place. A comment we often hear is that their workflow processes are becoming too complicated, inconsistent and time-consuming, plus there’s a lack of visibility into what is actually getting done.

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3 Tools For Impressive Creative Briefs & Profitable Projects

Function Point

“Sometimes the questions are complicated and the answers are simple.”. – Dr. Seuss. A good creative brief is the foundation of any successful project. No matter how complicated or simple the project, having a solid brief ensures you get started on the right track. Without a good brief, chaos ensues: the work doesn’t meet the client’s expectations; the studio is frustrated with the changing vision and constant revisions; the project ends up over budget.