Project Risk Coach

OCTOBER 12, 2020

I've been managing projects and programs for more than 20 years. I've also had the joy and the pain of implementing three Project Management Offices (PMOs), two in Information Technology Departments and one Enterprise PMO. Through the years, I've noted many reasons that PMOs fail or struggle.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 2, 2023

Are you wondering whether it’s worth getting a degree in project management? Or what you can do with a project management degree for a job once you finish your bachelor’s or master’s studies? Recently someone got in contact with me to ask about how to become a project manager. “Do I need a degree in project management?”

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International Institute for Learning

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

I recall a time when I was the program manager of a large initiative, and the PMs who reported to me would constantly roll their eyes when they had to submit their weekly status reports to the PMO. I recall having a disagreement on how “proper” risk statements should be written with the PMO manager.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 24, 2022

There’s no denying that project management today looks different to how it did even 5 years ago. Project management trends shape our profession. So what are the emerging trends in project management that are going to shape how you do your job in the future? How project management is evolving. Managing a hybrid team.

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Bridge the Gap Consulting

MAY 16, 2023

Once your PMO is up and running, operationalizing and doing continuous improvement (CI) go hand-in-hand. Sometimes CI may lead to changes to the PMO’s operations, but you’re only making more efficient something you’re already doing. Here are some aspects of operationalizing your PMO. PMO-Specific Reports.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2021

Project managers are the point person in charge of a specific project or projects within an organization. We regularly feature project management resources to help train PMs to land jobs in the industry or develop better skills in their current role. What Does a Project Manager Do? How Much Does a Project Manager Make?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

First we should start with a definition of program management. Each of these are projects with a project manager , but together they deliver a transformative change for the business. What is Program Management? Read next: Project Management versus Program Management. What is a Program Manager?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 2, 2023

There was a question in our Facebook group recently: where can I get project management templates? And another question: where can I get free or cheap project management training materials? There are many premium project management templates available — including my template bundles and ebooks.

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

AUGUST 8, 2019

Back in 2015, we took a look at the five advanced training options for people working in PMO. Four years on and a few things have changed in the PMO field. There is now another PMO certification option available alongside P3O from AXELOS and the PPSO ones from BCS, both of which feature in the last article.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 19, 2023

All Ways of Working PDUs count towards Project Management Professional ( PMP )® maintenance, even if they are in a subject that feels more aligned to a different certificate, like the scheduling or risk credentials. Talk to your manager to find out what options are available to you funded by your company.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Have you got a project management mentor? Maybe you were asked to identify a project manager as a mentor as part of an apprenticeship scheme – that’s the reason I have a couple of mentees at work. How did you get into project management? I’m thinking of taking a project management certification.

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Bridge the Gap Consulting

APRIL 11, 2023

My favorite is the PMO assessment. Whether considering standing up a new PMO or revamping an existing, doing an assessment is a key initial step to setting one up. Though there are PMO maturity models, which are all good, I don’t like to talk about those right away. Yeah, I talk about this a lot when discussing PMOs.

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Velociteach

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The podcast by project managers for project managers. Constance Dierickx lays out a new paradigm for leadership that offers a way to synthesize thinking, emotion, and behavior. WENDY GROUNDS: Welcome to Manage This , the podcast by project managers for project managers. Welcome to Manage This.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

First we should start with a definition of program management. Each of these are projects with a project manager, but together they deliver a transformative change for the business. What is Program Management? Read next: Project Management versus Program Management. What is a Program Manager?

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Henny Portman

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

AIPMO is developing the first ‘leading’ international PMO standard based on a combination of research findings and expert knowledge. There are three core certifications (IPMO-F, IPMO-P and IPMO-E) that provide in total 15 days of training, workshops, real case studies, focus groups, coaching and exams.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

If you’re searching for a project management job, you’ve no doubt come across a range of different job titles. Even the jobs called ‘project manager’ seem to have a lot of variation in roles and duties. What ‘project manager’ means to one business will be slightly different to how another company uses the term.

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Bridge the Gap Consulting

APRIL 18, 2023

Now it’s time to create a PMO Business Case and start moving the needle from idea to reality. If you notice, I call it a PMO Business Case, not a PMO Charter. I don’t like the word “charter” when talking about creating PMO’s. Below are some of the key components of a PMO Business Case.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 4, 2021

Recently I spoke with Lela Machaidze on Clubhouse about future trends in project management. The next topic that comes to mind for the future of project management is data science and analytics. Besides AI and automation, there will be different PM tools used for project management. Read next: Project Management Trends.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 12, 2022

In this article, we’ll dive into the statistics and you’ll learn: The top challenges facing people managing several projects at once The key skills required for managing multiple projects The top tools for prioritizing work day-to-day. This wasn’t a survey about project portfolio management at the PMO level.

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Project-Management.pm

APRIL 18, 2017

Large organizations have their own Project Management Office ( PMO ) that covers this area; organizing the best practices and methodologies of doing tasks and achieving them. These PMO practices and processes are sold to CIO for executive support in order to ensure that such practices are amended.

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Project Risk Coach

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Are you guilty of using project management jargon and acronyms? If not, perhaps you have fallen under the curse of project management knowledge. It's not because you don't follow the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). You are a cut above the rest in your knowledge of project management. So here it is.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 6, 2022

Strong leadership in projects is important for success, so getting your project board and/or project steering group set up as soon as you can is a good start. They let you know whether you can go overspent or what risk mitigation actions are the right ones for this point in the project. They should help guide you to project success.

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

APRIL 18, 2019

There are further stats; 45% lack change management skills; 29% have poorly resourced initiatives; 27% lack project management skills. The report – Emerging Trends in Project Management and Project-Based Organisations – is telling us how much more projects and a project way of working have grown over the last 14 years.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 26, 2024

By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM Are you struggling to manage complex projects in an increasingly fast-paced and digital environment? Digital project management is a skill requiring competency in our technology-driven workplace. Embrace the necessary tools and techniques today to supercharge your project management skills.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

In this article, we’ll dive into the statistics and you’ll learn: The top challenges facing people managing several projects at once The key skills required for managing multiple projects The top tools for prioritizing work day-to-day. This wasn’t a survey about project portfolio management at the PMO level.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Education PDUs are those earned from formal and informal learning across the three areas of the PMI Talent Triangle: Technical, Leadership and Strategic and Business Management skills. Leadership and Strategic and Business Management PDUs count for every certification you hold. 15 Easy Ways to Earn PDUs. Do your job.

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Many organisations are investing in people, processes and structure to create teams focused on strategy execution, often by establishing project management offices (PMOs). As a senior project manager or head of a PMO, it is important to assess teams for any skill gaps that may be inhibiting or preventing project success.

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MPUG

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

The world of project management is experiencing a revolution, driven by the power of artificial intelligence (AI). AI empowers project managers to be more efficient, proactive, and insightful, leading to happier teams and successful projects. So, how exactly is AI transforming project management, and how can it benefit you?

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Wrike

AUGUST 22, 2018

Project management is a discipline loaded with acronyms: PMP, PRINCE2, CPM, WBS, PMBOK, PMI… and about 150 others. Whether or not you’re a project manager by title, one acronym you’re sure to hear more often is PMO. What is PMO?” PMO stands for “project management office.” Definition of PMO.

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The IIL Blog

JULY 26, 2023

In this third article, Robin argues that specific drivers, some well-known but re-imagined as evolutionary steps, lead naturally to project management maturity and the complete alignment of corporate and project goals. Introduction In the previous article , I discussed techniques the project manager (PM) can use to foster alignment.

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Paymo App

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Suppose you’re a project manager and have all your ducks in a row: sufficient industry experience, a PMP accredited certification, and a handful of successfully delivered projects that recommend you for a leadership position. Wait, aren’t leaders and project managers the same thing?! You need to become a leader. Not at all.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

This range accounts for the many factors that could affect the pace at which adoption occurs, including regulation, levels of investment, and management decision making within firms [3]. Risk Management. Effective risk management has to be proactive. Human Capital Optimization. Active Assistance.

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Project Pulse Journal

MARCH 13, 2024

By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM Are you a project manager grappling with the complexities of managing virtual teams in today's interconnected world? As remote work becomes increasingly prevalent, project managers like you face the challenge of overseeing teams across different locations, working hours, and continents.

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The Lazy Project Manager

JULY 27, 2017

Critical to any project’s success is having a good project manager. It has been my experience that the skill profile of project managers continues to grow, and more and more organisations are investing in project managers in a disciplined and mature manner. Stage 3 Project Manager Development. Stage 2 Workshop.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Every trade has its trade association, an organization that represents the industry and offers training or networking. Project management is no different. The Project Management Institute (PMI) is a nonprofit organization for those working in project management across the globe. A History of PMI. But where did PMI start?

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Project Bliss

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Have you ever wondered what career path could be next on the project manager career ladder? There are many possible options where you can apply the valuable skills you’ve honed as a project manager. I previously wrote about the different career paths that can lead to project management. Project Manager. Program Manager.

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The Lazy Project Manager

AUGUST 1, 2017

And how can you Invest in great project management skills? And how can you Invest in great project management skills? Perhaps we might begin with the PMO. The best PMOs sponsor training and facilitate communities of practice to promote PM best practices in their organisations.

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