15 Mistakes Most Project Managers Make
Brad Egeland
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
I’m not going to say that this is the complete list of the top 15 mistakes that every project manager makes…we’re all different.
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10 Project Manager Objectives to Improve Performance
nTask
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Project managers are important members of any team. They work tirelessly to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the best possible standards. However, there are a few objectives that can help improve performance as a project manager.
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A flat project no more?
Musings on Project Management
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
, The world was flat, but perhaps no more.The same applies to projects.In the flat system, we have these properties:There is no "place". Anybody and anything can be anywhere that there is connectivityCapital flows (largely 'cost' in the project world) are nearly borderless. They are quick, inexpensive transactions that can move the money to the cost center at a strokeCost centers locate to the. human factors Project Management
A Quick Guide To Project Management Outsourcing
Tactical Project Management
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
Most business owners love outsourcing their tasks to project managers. It’s a concrete solution for your company if you’ve got a busy schedule. However, it’s essential to ensure the outsourced projects are managed effectively. If the project is mishandled, you’ll not get the desired results.
Unlocking Business Agility: Leveraging the Power of Strategy Execution
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True business agility is impossible if execution is disconnected from strategic planning. Download this eBook to learn about the key capabilities every organization must adopt to more effectively & strategically execute all work across the enterprise.
Do You Know How to Pluck out the Perfect Project Name?
Online PM Courses
NOVEMBER 27, 2022
Does your Project Name matter? Yes, it certainly does. But naming projects is tricky, so how can you get it right? The post Do You Know How to Pluck out the Perfect Project Name? appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.
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A Quick Guide to Digital Project Management & Digital Projects
ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
There was a time when digital projects were novel and digital project management tools were new. That time has long since passed. As more people are using digital project management tools, a whole generation has grown up in a digital environment.
Five Risk Management Best Practices for Project Managers
MPUG
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
For most of us, risks and risk management are a part of everyday life. From the time we wake up to the time we settle in for sleep at night, our days are filled with making decisions both big and small that help us manage and prevent potential risks.
Team burnout: 9 ways project managers can prevent it (before it’s too late)
Resource Guru
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Team burnout is more present than ever. A terrifying 68% of tech workers feel more burned out in a remote setting than they did in an office. And who can blame them? The “always on” culture gets to even the most resilient of us. Burnout comes in many different forms.
9 Best Online Task Management Tools To Deal With Your Tasks
nTask
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Have you ever found yourself struggling to get your tasks completed? Maybe you're a student who finds it hard to manage assignments and classwork, or you're a businessperson who is inundated with work. Whatever the case may be, task management is essential if you want to get your life back in order.
How to Improve Team Effectiveness & Reduce Workplace Stressors Through Exceptional Culture
Speaker: Galen Emanuele - President, Shift Yes LLC
Having a great workplace culture increases engagement and performance, yet many leadership teams lack the tools they need to successfully develop one. In this webinar, you will receive guidance on how to adapt your workplace culture and improve your employee experience.
10 Free Marketing Templates for Excel, Word and More
ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Having a successful marketing campaign involves the coordination of many different departments. Marketing plans manage research, design and copywriting, digital and print production, plus so much more. These separate departments all have to work together, sticking to a shared schedule and budget.
Runn Software Review
Rebel’s Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
You sell your time. You’re a professional services firm, but PSA tools just aren’t robust enough to manage the resource requirements for in-flight projects and the pipeline for workload management. You never know the answer to ‘when can we start a new piece of work?’.
Ultimate Guide To Remote Project Management For Digital Projects In 2022
The Digital Project Manager
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Remote project management is like herding cats, except the cats are all in different cities, and it’s your job to pull them together. In a lot of ways, it’s similar to regular project management, but it’s done at a distance via video conferencing and digital collaboration tools.
A leadership doctrine
Musings on Project Management
NOVEMBER 26, 2022
When applying the principle of "calculated risk", leaders should pick subordinates with the intellectual subtlety to evalutate strategic and operational problems in their full context. They should be given the latitude to judge just how much risk is appropriate given the value of the objective and the balance of resources. Paraphrased from the writings of historian Craig L. Symonds. Like this. human factors leadership
Modern Data Architecture for Embedded Analytics
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Data has gone from a mere result of applications & processes to being crowned king. Picking the right avenue to data architecture depends on your organization’s needs. Development teams should build in stages, starting with a task that can be solved.
11 Tips for Value Stream Identification
Agilemania
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Value stream identification is a crucial step in the Lean process. It allows you to identify waste or variances within your organization. If you do not have a value stream, it may be challenging to figure out which steps are causing problems. This is why many organizations use the lean methodology.
Brain Sensei CAPM Review (for 2023 exam)
Rebel’s Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 27, 2022
Looking for Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® training for your PMI certification? You’re probably checking out a lot of training options and you’re here because you want to know if Brain Sensei is right for you.
How To Really Nail Project Scheduling & Wow Your Stakeholders
The Digital Project Manager
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Project scheduling is one of the most important components of project management. A well-crafted project schedule helps deliver a project on time and on budget and reduces the risk of scope creep.
Selecting the best Free Gantt Tool for your Business
nTask
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Taking the stress out of planning and managing your business is essential if you want to be successful. One way to do this is to use a free Gantt tool. However, which one is the best for you? In this post, we’ll help you choose the perfect one for your business.
Enhance Employee Wellness to Retain High-Performing Teams
Speaker: Eric Torigian - Managing Director, Advisory Services, CHRO Solutions
During this informative webinar, Eric Torigian, Managing Director at CHRO Solutions, will explore how organizations are emphasizing employee wellness, how that has helped workers attain a healthy "life balance", and how, as a result, this has contributed to corporate success.
Project Cost Management: The Ultimate Guide
Teamweek
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Even when you tell yourself that “this time is going to be different,” — but project costs somehow still manage to get out of control? You’re not alone. Only 43% of projects are “mostly or always” completed on budget. So what’s the solution?
Brain Sensei vs PM PrepCast
Rebel’s Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
I’ve long used products from Cornelius Fichtner of The Project Management PrepCast fame for my own professional development. But I also know the team behind Brain Sensei. So how does Brain Sensei compare to the PM PrepCast ? That’s what we’re covering in this article.
Ultimate Guide To The Critical Path Method For Project Managers
The Digital Project Manager
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
I think the critical path method is both one of the simplest and most complicated concepts in project management. I remember hearing about it in college and I always thought, “Okay. Find the critical activities and you will be able to estimate your project’s duration.
Project Management Dashboard; Uses, Benefits + Best Tools (2023)
nTask
DECEMBER 1, 2022
In this blog, we will talk about the project management dashboard, how it is used, its benefits, and some of the best tools offering project dashboards. What Is A Project Management Dashboard?
Blueprint to Modernize Analytics
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The longer you wait to modernize your application’s analytics, the longer it will take for you to realize this value. A blueprint helps you define your new solution, plot out how to get there, and determine what you’ll need in terms of time and resources.
Best Construction Scheduling Software in 2023 [Including Online, Free, Open Source, and Mac-focused Solutions]
GanttPRO Project Management
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Construction scheduling software helps to deal with big, complex, and often unruly projects. It assists in planning activities, managing multiple teams, regulatory issues, equipment rentals, safety concerns, and more. Why […].
Brain Sensei PMP Review [for 2023 exam]
Rebel’s Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 27, 2022
Are you looking for a creative way to motivate yourself to study for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam? I get it: finding the time to sit in front of your screen is tough but there are so many benefits to getting certified that you can’t put it off any longer.
8 Essential Project Management Documents You Need to Know About
Epicflow Blog
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Project management involves creating lots of documentation. If you look into project management standards, you will find at least a dozen of various plans, multiple types of reports, and numerous other documents.
Key Approaches to Incentivizing Project Teams Effectively
PM Times
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Putting Things into Perspective Great goals need great teams to be achieved. You can’t go it alone when it comes to attaining sustainable and far-reaching change. Now, that does not take anything away from strong leaders and leadership.
Unlocking Your Supply Chains True Potential in The Midst of Disruptions
Speaker: David Food - Head Of Supply Chain at Board International
In this webinar, Supply Chain Futurologist David Food will discuss how to manage risks and build customer loyalty in the midst of disruption. Don't miss out!
Issue Management – Determining Data Requirements
Brad Egeland
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
I’d like to discuss the how we determine the data requirements for our issue management and our change control needs on the projects we manage. We capture issues, but what else do we need to capture?
How the CAPM exam is changing in 2023: What you need to know
Rebel’s Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® exam is changing in 2023. This will bring it in line with the latest PMBOK® Guide – 7 th edition and generally more modern ways of thinking about project management. So what do you need to know?
What is a Product Requirement Document (PRD), and How to Write One?
Agilemania
NOVEMBER 27, 2022
A Product Requirement Document can be referred to as a brief summary of the requirements of a product. It is required to keep all operation teams aligned to one target. Often, product development is initiated by crafting the PRD to describe the functionalities of a product before development.
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