Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 25, 2022

Have you ever heard of a T-shaped developer? It’s a common phrase used in software development where the developer has broad experience in their role but is also profoundly skilled in one specific area. The horizontal bar of the “T” represents their broader skill set. I think we can.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 15, 2022

We did a fair amount of off-the-shelf software deployments, and we frequently made the point that we were a healthcare company, not a software development firm. We did have a team of developers who built some in-house apps, and web front ends to databases, but we were not, at heart, a company that built software. We didn’t need it.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 13, 2023

Project management is a great career. But how do you know it’s for you? And how do you show prospective employers that you are keen to commit to the job and you know enough about the role of a project manager for them to take a chance on you? A certificate course helps you stand out from the crowd.

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Project Risk Coach

JULY 18, 2023

"Practice makes perfect" is a timeless adage that holds true in various aspects of life, and it certainly applies to preparing for the PMI-RMP (Project Management Institute - Risk Management Professional) exam. Here's why practice plays a crucial role in your PMI-RMP exam preparation.

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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? And how can you benefit from them?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 13, 2022

Watch my free webinar training on the 3 critical skills you need to manage multiple projects. Learn the skills you really need to juggle all your work (and still leave the office on time!). Why do you need to learn how to manage multiple projects ? What does it mean to run multiple projects?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 13, 2022

It’s not uncommon for people in management positions to feel like they’re always playing catch-up. I want to do my projects to the best of my ability, but there’s so much to do and so little time to do it that it can be difficult to stay on top of everything, let alone have a chance to think about the bigger picture.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2023

Would you like to make 2023 a successful year for your projects? 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.

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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? Let’s start with this story from one project manager. Anonymous project manager.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Buy Now We're pleased to be affiliates for The Project Management PrepCast #ad This article is an honest PM PrepCast review and gives you the lowdown on one of the top courses I recommend for PMP prep. Why listen to me? So, what’s this course and why am I recommending it to you? Want money off?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 29, 2022

What is the future of project management? Let’s look ahead and see what the next 10 years will bring for project management software, jobs, and the role itself. Does Project Management Have a Future? So will we need ‘professional’ project managers in the future? Frankly, hybrid isn’t new.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Could you be a citizen developer? Tech disruption is huge in our industry, so why not get ahead and show employers that you are ready to take the lead and can lead low-code app development projects? Citizen development is someone who uses low code tools to create business applications that could be used by others.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 6, 2022

There are several project management certifications that you can get to become a project management professional. Choosing the right certification and training program for your project management career is an important decision. That’s why we’ve compiled the best project management certifications of 2022.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 12, 2023

Despite your efforts to clearly define the scope, time and resources necessary to successfully complete the projects, things simply don’t always go according to plan. Maja Mrsic Here are 3 examples of projects that didn’t go to plan. So why do some projects crash to their doom? The merger was not a successful one.

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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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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

As a project manager, you will likely find yourself working on one of such projects such as implementing a new CRM system, upgrading to a cloud-based ERP, or developing a new eCommerce platform. This lack of planning often leads to projects going over budget and not achieving their goals. Let’s get started!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

You can earn PDUs (professional development units) for ongoing certification renewal, such as for the Project Management Professional (PMP)®, from reading. I’ve read, I’m guessing, over 150 management books in my career, and you can read my book reviews if you want to trawl through the archives.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 29, 2021

Project Management Rebels is a teaching-led group mentoring programme. Your thoughts turn to what you should be doing for your professional development… and there’s a lot of choice. I don’t have the time (or the requirement) to take a certification course, but I’m always prepared to develop the competencies I need to succeed.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 20, 2023

Do you need PDUs for the Certified Associate in Project Management ( CAPM ) ® certificate? In this article I’ll explain what this means for CAPM certification holders and how you can maintain your credential without having to take the exam again. Why did the renewal requirement change? How many PDUs do you need for CAPM

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 5, 2024

PMBOK 7 talks about the 8 project performance domains. This article reviews and explains the 10 project management Knowledge Areas from the PMBOK® Guide -- Sixth Edition. And why are they so important they have capital letters? How many knowledge areas are there in project management?

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LiquidPlanner

AUGUST 28, 2018

Chris could make Excel do anything, except he never used spreadsheets to manage a project. Since then I’ve come across too many project professionals, teams and organizations who stretch Microsoft Excel into a project management tool, and unsuccessfully so. Few people on the project truly understood spreadsheets.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 19, 2023

Read on for tips on how to earn PDUs fast. PDUs are the Professional Development Units you need to earn to show that you are invested in continuous improvement and ongoing learning. Anything internal or external that covered project management topics could count, so make sure that’s on your record.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 15, 2023

That’s why you assemble a team, each expert in their own field. Why Is It Important for Leaders To Delegate Tasks? They need to lead the project, have a big-picture vision and not get bogged down in the weeds. ProjectManager helps leaders delegate plans across multiple project views. That’s a recipe for disaster.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Project management has so many challenges to solve every day, so having a toolbox of techniques (and the right attitude) will help you deliver projects successfully. It’s a set of tools to help you develop the knowledge and skills to solve the tricky issues (and probably even the easy ones). It turns out you do.

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Project Risk Coach

JUNE 28, 2021

The initial dynamics can be rather rocky and uncertain, even with skilled individuals. Let's explore ways to improve the performance of your project teams. Imagine a new project team that was formed to consolidate customer service centers from 20 locations across the United States to five regional locations.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

You’re here because you’re interested in finding out whether the IBM Project Manager Professional Certificate is right for you? Summary review The IBM Project Manager Professional Certificate is a good CAPM® alternative or course to use towards your CAPM prep. Let me guess. You’re in the right place.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Construction sites are a complex orchestration of many different skills executed by many different subcontractors. If you’re a construction project management company looking to hire a site engineer you’ll need to have a thorough job description to caption the right candidate. What Is a Site Engineer?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 8, 2024

It would be nice to think that every company has a formal mentoring scheme , and that as a new project manager you can tap into the experience of more experienced people. As a result, people managing projects for the first time often find themselves making mistakes. Learn the vocab Project management has a lot of jargon.

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Project Risk Coach

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

As a project manager, you constantly juggle a million tasks at once. How can we find a better balance? This article will provide clear guidance on how to define and assign risk management roles and responsibilities for projects and programs. Project sponsors have several responsibilities.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

I am reminded of the zombie movie each time I have a discussion about project management versus project leadership. Projects are temporary endeavors whether the timescale is measured in hours or decades. Where the leader outlines a vision, the manager works to take people towards that vision.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 31, 2023

Note: The IBM IT Project Manager Professional Certificate opens for enrolment on 30 June 2023. Are you considering the IBM IT Project Manager Professional Certificate ? However, these days companies seem to be paying for less corporate training, and it seems like we all have to fund our own development.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 16, 2021

Your thoughts turn to what you should be doing for your professional development in the months ahead… and there’s a lot of choice. I don’t have the time (or the requirement) to take a certification course, but I’m always prepared to develop the project management competencies I need to succeed. Communication.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 5, 2022

We talk a lot about project managers, but that title is more general than most might think. There are many different project managers, but today we’re interested in focusing on just one, the technical project manager. What Is a Technical Project Manager? If either applies, read on.

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Project Risk Coach

MARCH 21, 2022

How often have you found new requirements towards the end of your projects? If you want to improve your project success, improve your requirements processes. If you want to improve your project success, improve your requirements processes. No requirements management plan. How will you manage requirement changes?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 29, 2020

Have you ever heard of a T-shaped developer? It’s a common phrase used in software development where the developer has broad experience in their role but is also profoundly skilled in one specific area. The horizontal bar of the “T” represents their broader skill set.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

Sometimes projects can seem a bit overwhelming. Not only are you feeling that the project is like a cat you can’t get in the carry case to take the vet, but there are a ton of other complicating factors. Tera Simon spoke about this at the Digital Project Management Summit a few years ago. So what makes a project complex?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

This is a guest article by Brantlee Underhill, Managing Director, PMI, North America. We needed a schedule we could both follow to help manage these new expectations of living, working, and schooling in the same location: balancing the needs of work and family. Read next: How 6 project managers manage their work/life balance.

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