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Exploring the differences: Projects vs operations examples

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Finding case studies of projects There are lots of case studies available to read about projects. The National Audit Office publishes reports each year on major project performance, and those reports regularly include examples and case studies. Let’s say you work for a clothing retailer.

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Evidence-Based Leadership: Navigating the Future with Facts

Scrum.org

The Essence of Evidence-Based Leadership Evidence-based leadership is the practice of making informed decisions based on the best available data, research, and case studies. Faced with the daunting challenge of the "retail apocalypse," Joly turned to data to redesign store layouts, optimize online sales channels, and improve customer service.

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Project management degrees: Do you need one and what you can do with it

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Or what you can do with a project management degree for a job once you finish your bachelor’s or master’s studies? The risk of a undergraduate degree in project management is that you actually find out you don’t much like it after all and then you’re stuck with it. This article is for you! That varies depending on the industry.

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Business Project Management Basics

ProjectManager.com

Strategic Projects A strategic project is new and tends to be innovative, such as a new product or service, though it could also be the opening of a new retail location, factory or branch office for the business. We haven’t talked much about risk management. Let’s take a moment to review them.

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What can I do with a degree in project management?

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Or what you can do for a job once you finish your bachelor’s or master’s studies? This might apply to you if you have come to your degree studies as mature student or as part of a career change. Expect digital project management to earn more than retail, for example. This article is for you!

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The 3 Types Of Employee Engagement You Should Know

Rebel’s Guide to PM

People with diverse viewpoints can spot risks and opportunities that others might overlook. According to one report , cognitive diversity can boost team creativity by up to 20% while also lowering risk-taking by up to 30%. Another study discovered that teams with more cognitive diversity tackle problems faster.

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Tips for PfMP®Application

The IIL Blog

Before you start the PfMP ® Exam preparation, I highly recommend you assess your experience in Portfolio Management by: Reading the PfMP ® prerequisites ( [link] ); Studying PfMP ® Handbook. Plan your study with regard to current risks (COVID). Checking Exam content outline. Be patient and be aware of the possible deadlines.

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