Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 14, 2022

I need time to transition between activities in order to keep my work/life balance from imploding. You might have worked this out a long time ago, but it’s only been a few months since I realized this applied to me as well as my pre-schoolers. New ways to manage transitions at work.

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Planning 356

Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 24, 2023

When it comes to managing them effectively, understanding the differences between projects and operations is key. Ops managers want (and seek) stability so they can manage process performance. The status quo is good but project managers keep changing things! In my experience, that creates tension.

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Retail Governance Government Healthcare 405

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’d prefer to meet in person/virtually – does that work for you?

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Cadence Logistics Certification Influencer 311

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

This is a guest article by Brantlee Underhill, Managing Director, PMI, North America. As a working professional, I’ve always been more effective when I have a routine and schedule to adhere to. Read next: How 6 project managers manage their work/life balance.

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PMI 2020 Executing Initiating 402

LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

What are the project management skills that you really need to focus on today? I hear from project managers every week who aren’t sure what skills they should be building on. The way we do project management has evolved. We need to make sure that the skills we spend our valuable training dollars on are the right ones.

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Governance Government Influencer Lean 588

ProjectManager.com

MAY 1, 2024

Warehouse management ensures that stock matches customer demand. Warehouse operations take into account the supply chain and work towards being cost-effective and efficient. This includes warehouse management systems (WMS), workflow processes, human and nonhuman resource management and more. What Are Warehouse Operations?

Software Review 355

Software Review Manufacturing Logistics Lean 355

ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 15, 2023

Project management is all about solving problems before they happen. That’s why you make a plan, schedule tasks and monitor the work to make sure you’re staying on track. Let’s look at 15 project management challenges and how to deal with them. Let’s look at 15 project management challenges and how to deal with them.

Estimate 313

Estimate Software Review Monitoring Risk Management 313

ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The Gantt chart has become a staple of project management. Henry Gantt was an American who worked as a mechanical engineer and management consultant. He’s best remembered for the tool that bears his name and his works in the development of what’s called scientific management.

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Engineering Underperforming Technical Team Influencer Consulting 348

Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

It’s the summary of how much you have been allocated to get the work done. If you are planning a budget for a project proposal i.e. pitching to someone else for them to secure your services to deliver a piece of work, then read this article about preparing a budget for a proposal. What does creating a project budget involve?

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Budget Project Cost Estimate Finance 305

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 20, 2022

I spoke to the authors of Strategies for Project Sponsorship , a book about how to sponsor projects, and reading it from a project manager’s perspective is a great way to improve how you interact and engage with your project sponsor. That does sound like a challenge for project managers, and for sponsorship in general.

Retail 390

Retail Governance Government Consulting 390

ProjectManager.com

JUNE 30, 2021

The construction project manager role is a unique position, though it shares many of the attributes associated with any kind of project manager. If you’re looking for an experienced construction project manager, you need to understand their job. What Does a Construction Project Manager Do? Balancing the budget.

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Construction Certification Budget Logistics 300

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Nearly 1 in 5 project managers have considered leaving their job: 37% of professionals have thought about quitting project management in the past year. So why are people leaving project management? And what’s life like if you decide to quit? Let’s start with this story from one project manager.

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Underperforming Technical Team Influencer Risk Management Finance 435

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2023

A while back, I asked project management experts w hat we should be aware of as we go into the new year to achieve their most successful year ever? I’m sure you take away tips and ideas for making this your best year yet managing projects at work. And this article is a summary of what they replied. Let’s jump in.

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2023 Technical Review Artificial Inteligence Underperforming Technical Team 402

ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 22, 2023

The project leader is responsible for guiding and instructing a team, which is simply a group of people working together to accomplish a common goal. They need to monitor the work of the team to make sure that everyone is following the schedule and not exceeding budgetary constraints.

Underperforming Technical Team 282

Underperforming Technical Team Leadership Monitoring Certification 282

ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Manufacturing requires the right balance of many factors. Material requirements planning is a digitally-operated method of managing inventory. While these calculations helped balance supply against demand, the formulas were quite time consuming. Shelf life: time that you warehouse a product. What are the Key Inputs?

Planning 300

Planning Manufacturing Estimate Monitoring 300

Binfire

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

This can include everything from training and development programs to the latest technology and equipment. To set clear goals and expectations, managers should communicate with their employees regularly. Managers should also provide employees with the necessary resources and support to achieve their goals.

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Technical Review Monitoring Software Review Process 78

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. Trends come and go, or they stay with us and evolve into new ways of working that stick around and become “the way we do things around here.”. How project management is evolving.

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2022 PMO Risk Management Artificial Inteligence 483

Scrum.org

JANUARY 11, 2023

By understanding more about what it takes to be an effective Product Owner, IT Professionals, Quant Professionals, Financial IT professionals and those working in WealthTech or FinTech can benefit from having one on their team. A Day in the Life of a Product Owner. What is a typical work for a product owner? Conclusion.

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Technical Review Software Review Agile SCRUM 200

Scrum.org

MAY 8, 2023

TL; DR: Life Is a Negotiation; Why Would Scrum Be Different? Life is a negotiation; why would Scrum be different, particularly given its egalitarian nature? Rant: Scrum Masters are no Project Managers ! ? ? ?? Guaranteed : Advanced Professional Scrum Master Online Training w/ PSM II Certificate — May 30-31, 2023 ?

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SCRUM Agile Technical Review Software Review 176

ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Construction project management relies on good planning, experienced contractors and powerful construction project management software. While Procore is a known name in construction project management, many construction managers are looking for a Procore alternative. Procore falls short in many ways.

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2024 Construction Software Review Technical Review 361

Kiron Bondale

NOVEMBER 6, 2016

Project management is a profession where the most common response to a scenario question is “it depends” This stems from the basic definition of a project – it is a unique endeavor and hence a good practice for one project may be the wrong practice on another. Stakeholder assessment and engagement.

Risk Management 120

Risk Management Leadership Risk Process 120

ProjectManager.com

JULY 20, 2023

Project management consultants don’t only add value to a project, but they can help introduce project management processes to any team. It’s a great career transition for current project managers to consider. What Is a Project Management Consultant? What Is a Project Management Consultant?

Consulting 381

Consulting Certification PMI Technical Review 381

NimbleWork

JANUARY 4, 2024

However, managing a hybrid workforce adds an extra layer of complexity to the mix. With it becoming common, it is smart to let go of old-fashioned management styles and think up modern strategies that fit this modern way of working. The hybrid work model has shattered the traditional 9-to-5 office routine. That’s not all.

Technical Review 90

Technical Review Healthcare Technical Support Software Review 90

ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 23, 2024

When you’re a PMP, program manager or portfolio manager, you need to deliver all those multiple projects on time and within budget. This requires an organization with a well-developed project management process. This is done by using a project management maturity model. What Is Project Management Maturity?

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Underperforming Technical Team Risk Management Software Review Budget 333

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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Certification Prince2 Monitoring PMI 441

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 13, 2024

This is the certificate I got when I completed the course E-commerce skills are useful if you’re working on a project which includes websites or a front-end payment system for users. I completed the quizzes and worked through the training videos. Marketing project managers who want the language to be able to talk to colleagues.

Software Review 299

Software Review Technical Review Certification Engineering 299

Teamweek

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

You can calculate employee productivity by tracking output against goals, monitoring completed tasks, and the quality of work. But, it can be hard to measure and improve the productivity of remote workers and keep them focused in modern work settings. They can learn to prioritize tasks and manage their workload more effectively.

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2024 Technical Review Software Review Closing 96

ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

It’s easy to get lost in the weeds when you’re managing a project. There are day-to-day operations that the project manager obsesses over, but they also need to see the big picture. Plus, we’ll give you tips on how to write a better one before showing how project management software can make the process even more efficient.

Technical Review 321

Technical Review Software Review Defining Risk Management 321

NimbleWork

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

With the shift to work from home brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, many organizations have chosen to have their team members work remotely or in some type of hybrid arrangement. Encourage casual interactions through virtual coffee breaks, happy hours, or informal channels to build relationships beyond work tasks.

Technical Review 71

Technical Review Infrastructure Monitoring Leadership 71

ProjectManager.com

MARCH 18, 2019

Jennifer Bridges, PMP, shows you how to use that data to become a better manager. In Review – How to Use Data to Be a Better Manager. Data can help you monitor and control your work. How Does Data Help Managers? A manager is working to make better decisions in the moment about their teams and their work.

Sustainability 271

Sustainability Monitoring Software Review Controlling 271

Proofhub

JUNE 7, 2022

Not to mention the money, time, and effort you will need to spend on screening, interviewing, hiring, and training new employees. As remote working gains hold, employees are clamoring for flexibility around appointments, life events, and more. Flexibility You’ve probably heard of this word so many times before.

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Influencer 2022 Defining Closing 148

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

During 2020, many of us didn’t have to ask to work remotely. However, now that there are calls for office workers to hit their desks again, we have to consider if that’s the life we want. Let’s be intentional about how the ‘return’ to work happens – and I put that in quotes because like many people, I never stopped working.

Technical Review 328

Technical Review Software Review 2020 Transportation 328

Proofhub

MARCH 24, 2023

Positive Workplace Have you ever worked for a company where you didn’t feel valued or respected? It can be demoralizing and even impact your performance at work. That’s why building trust and respect in the workplace is crucial for creating a positive work environment. Find the best one for you!”

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Artificial Inteligence Innovation Software Engineering Leadership 78

The Lazy Project Manager

JANUARY 4, 2019

As we all start the journey that is 2019, a few questions: Are you investing in your project management community? In the last 5 years, I have delivered over 300 lectures around the world in over 25 countries and has been described as ‘perhaps the most entertaining and inspiring speaker in the project management world today’.

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2019 PMO Leadership Executing 221

ProjectManager.com

MAY 9, 2023

Projects are planned and scheduled, but that’s just the preamble to the real work. Executing projects to meet deadlines without overspending the budget requires a project manager to understand resource availability. It’s part of the larger process of resource management. What Is Resource Availability?

Manufacturing 317

Manufacturing Energy Construction Executing 317

Scrum.org

OCTOBER 3, 2021

And Evidence-Based Management (EBM) is a framework you can use to get back on track. Essentially, we forget that we are working in complex, unpredictable environments. Having multiple lenses helps balance our progress towards longer-term goals and our responsiveness and effectiveness as an organization. Yep, that's right.

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2021 Innovation Influencer Controlling 246

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 12, 2017

In this installation of the occasional series of Inspiring Women in Project Management, I’m interviewing Pam Shergill, Director of PS Management Consultancy. Pam and I talk about how she got into project management by ultimately making herself redundant, and how she manages to get two months off a year. By accident!

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