Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 10, 2022

Power Skills used to be known as Leadership Skills in the Talent Triangle but it was re-badged in 2022 to make it more relevant to the profession. Power Skills is also broader and in many ways more vague than ‘leadership’ but I would argue that’s a good thing for professional development and also for PDUs!

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NimbleWork

MARCH 27, 2024

The Agile project management methodology encourages organizations to empower teams with clear responsibility and authority, so they can work together to autonomously develop ingenious and innovative solutions. So how do you navigate the human element in Agile transformation?

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The era of robotic, detached leadership is fading, and in its place, a more genuine approach is emerging — poised to reshape organizational cultures. Think of a work environment where you and your coworkers feel understood and valued by leadership, and internal values reflect the organizational mission. Core of Authentic Leadership.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2023

Leadership : ethical, authentic leadership is what helps get work done and set you apart from your peers. Successful project managers will be those that embrace the mantle of leadership. Throughout the project, leadership is simple: you serve your team. Let’s jump in. But we can do better.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 1, 2019

What’s the difference between project management and project leadership? A recent APM report, Project Leadership; skills, behaviours, knowledge and values , explored this question. . The authors concluded project leadership is future-focused. Can you give an example? Brexit provides great examples.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 26, 2024

A prime example of this dynamic is the significant difference between referring to team members as "people" versus "resources." This seemingly subtle shift in terminology can profoundly influence managerial perspectives and the overall dynamics of the workplace.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Books that cover ways of working, technical project management, leadership , power skills, soft skills for the workplace, business acumen and also strategic and business management topics count. For example, read on your commute or listen to an audiobook at the gym. It’s about influence and negotiation and how to get things done.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

It’s too bad that this shift undermines Agile principles and hampers long-term success and innovation. This approach stifles agility and innovation, leading to a feature factory mindset that focuses on executing predefined plans rather than adapting to change. Share successes widely to build a case for further lean initiatives.

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International Institute for Learning

APRIL 5, 2023

By Mike Griffiths Welcome to part four, the last installment of this series introducing basic leadership ideas that any project manager or Scrum master can employ. Be sure to see articles one , two , and three , which cover topics including how leadership differs from management, servant leadership, and team motivation.

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The IIL Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

Lacking essential power skills such as emotional intelligence, empathy, communication, influence and directiveness can harm both reputation of the IT leadership team and the stability of IT departments. The changing face of IT leadership is shifting as new generations enter the work force. L ead by Example.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 10, 2023

In contrast, the quality of product/service metrics like defect rates indicate the team’s commitment to excellence under the Scrum Master’s leadership. Impediment Resolution and Innovation : Evaluating a Scrum Master’s effectiveness in resolving impediments and fostering innovation and process improvements is also crucial.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 26, 2024

A prime example of this dynamic is the significant difference between referring to team members as "people" versus "resources." This seemingly subtle shift in terminology can profoundly influence managerial perspectives and the overall dynamics of the workplace.

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International Institute for Learning

MARCH 29, 2023

By Mike Griffiths Welcome to part three of this four-part series introducing basic leadership ideas that any project manager or Scrum master can employ. Be sure to see article one and two , which explain leadership for project managers, outlines the five leadership roles, and reviews servant leadership.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 24, 2022

We don’t hear the ideas from the team, explore and build upon those ideas, and come to a consensus, which ultimately shuts down creativity and innovation. For example, you might assume someone is trying to undermine you, so you say something to belittle them. But, without mistakes and missteps, we can’t learn, grow, and innovate.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Then we’ll provide an example to better illustrate what we’re talking about and even provide a download to a free strategy map template to help you get started. If you’re a for-profit organization, then the value proposition can be one of the following: product leadership, customer intimacy or operational excellence.

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Scrum.org

MAY 10, 2022

This is where the Scrum Master’s leadership can help. . Professional Scrum revolves around the accountabilities, events, and artifacts of Scrum, and recognizes that its foundation is built on values and principles of people who work together to optimize value, build discipline, and influence culture. This critical work is not easy.

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PM Basics

JUNE 17, 2020

This is complete guide on leadership in project management. Here you’ll learn: What is leadership in project management in practice? Key Concepts of Leadership. Leadership Without Authority. Leadership In Project Management: What Does it Mean? Let’s get clear on what does leadership in project management means.

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The Strategic Project Manager

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It then does a deep dive into each component of the framework, with examples. Some examples of the Value component in action include: Patented technology – Patents allow a firm to produce products with unique features or at lower costs compared to competitors, which adds significant value to offerings.

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Productivity Land

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Project management is a complex discipline requiring technical skills, leadership abilities, and effective communication. The relationship between organizational culture and project management is significant because the success of a project is heavily influenced by the organization’s culture in which it is being executed.

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Inloox

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

For example, the nature of the project or the planning also play a major role here. This type of risk is easier to control, since the project team can exert a direct influence on the project environment. External risks, on the other hand, originate outside the sphere of influence of the project team.

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NimbleWork

MARCH 7, 2024

Financial institutions struggling to migrate from legacy COBOL-based IBM mainframe systems is a popular example. Management and Leadership Practices: Agile project management methodology is focused on collaboration, adaptability and flexibility of teams to operate within the agreed project scope and business values.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 26, 2024

With digital project management skills like effective online communication, robust leadership, data literacy, adaptability, professional and personal life stress management, and adept virtual team management, you can lead your projects to completion. Don't let the digital age leave you behind.

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The Strategic Project Manager

MARCH 11, 2024

It then walks through several examples – generically and for two real companies. By plotting these factors and the corresponding value offered by the company and its competitors on the canvas, businesses can gain insights into their competitive positioning and identify areas where they can innovate and differentiate themselves.

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Inloox

JULY 26, 2021

PMBOK is intended to help execute work methods in a more proactive, innovative and adaptive way. For example, the previous 10 knowledge areas and the five process groups of project management (initiation, planning, realization, monitoring, control, completion) have been removed. Leadership: Motivate, influence, coach, and learn.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 16, 2023

Regardless if you’re an Agile Coach or Scrum Master, servant leadership is the desired mindset, behavior, and attitude. Servant Leadership Here’s how I describe servant leadership in the paper “ The 6 Stances of a Scrum Master ”. Servant leadership proves to be the backbone of the Scrum Master role.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Take for example a sales and marketing team with responsibility for an entire market segment like hospitality, or the metal industry. For example, a SMT won’t decide on a free product giveaway, but can select focus customer segments, or submit price improvement proposals to the pricing team. Go beyond leading the SMT - make it thrive!

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 2, 2024

From harnessing the innovative pulse of your culture to riding the dynamic waves of market trends, the key to elevating your projects from good to great lies in mastering the project environment. Technological Advancements The rapid pace of technological innovation can offer both opportunities and challenges.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 8, 2024

Each approach establishes the development of project deliverables as influenced by the delivery cadence, defined as the number and timing of deliveries based on the type of deliverable. Project deliverables examples include daily tasks, workflows, and processes, and will vary from team to team.

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International Institute for Learning

MAY 15, 2020

In the late 1980’s and early 1990’s the internet began to significantly influence how information and meetings were managed. Use “verbal anchors” to ensure clarity and understanding – comparisons, analyses, processes and steps, examples, repeating information for emphasis. . Use color to enhance the visual effect. .

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Scrum.org

JULY 21, 2021

For example, a mobile app team may have a goal focused on delivering a certain subset of functionality to users (output). Another example is a recruiting team that has a goal focused on the number of interviews scheduled (activity). . #2 What you measure will influence behavior. 2 – Not measuring what matters.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 7, 2022

Our ability to communicate with colleagues makes the difference between people taking us seriously, doing what we ask (without too much hassling) and our ability to influence others. It includes examples and tips from people who have navigated difficult conversations and made it out the other side (as well as examples from people who didn’t).

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 14, 2018

The first part of my book sets out the four essentials of team leadership, and a great project leader must constantly address each of these and keep them in balance: focus on individuals, build and share a clear plan, foster a true sense of team spirit, and communicate relentlessly – and well. How is management different from leadership?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 24, 2022

We see technology evolving, new tools, consolidation, innovation and more. Brush up on your virtual leadership skills. Virtual Leadership: Practical Strategies for Getting the Best Out of Virtual Work and Virtual Teams. There’s no denying that project management today looks different to how it did even 5 years ago.

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MPUG

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Their influence was believed to be essential for the creation of great works and the advancement of civilization. Embrace Creativity and Innovation (Polyhymnia): Polyhymnia, the Muse of Sacred Poetry and Dance reminds us of the importance of creativity in problem-solving. That is not how it works.

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Planview

JANUARY 21, 2021

If science is the place where curiosity, discovery, and innovation meet up to have coffee, lab management is the process of making sure the doors are open, lights are on, and grounds are brewing. Leadership. Leadership is the process of influence that maximizes the efforts of others towards achieving clearly defined goals.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 23, 2024

This method has driven companies to new heights of efficiency and innovation, enriching every facet of project execution - from planning to evaluation - and boosting effectiveness and adaptability. Continuous improvement, or Kaizen, has revolutionized business practices since its inception in post-war Japan. What is Continuous Improvement?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 19, 2022

For example, I’ve always been “average” at coaching but excelled in facilitation. As such, the Scrum Masters show the necessary leadership to influence the organizational system from the perspective of the Scrum team. One common example is to close the gap between ‘business’ and ‘IT’. It’s good to be aware of them though.

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