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Overcoming a Lack of Project Resources: Techniques and Tips

ProjectManager.com

Resources are limited, but your ability to manage them to fulfill the needs of your project isn’t. One of the many challenges that face project managers is how to guide their project to a successful end without enough resources. The good news: there are ways you can take the resources you have and make them work in your project. The better news: we’ll tell you how to overcome a perceived lack of resources.

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How To Build A Project Scorecard

Rebel’s Guide to PM

A balanced scorecard is a way to monitor progress against a set of key, agreed measures. Companies typically have goals to focus on each year, such as revenue growth or health and safety targets. Its called a balanced scorecard because there are different measures on it and the company has to balance performance across the whole piece its no good having amazing customer satisfaction scores if your staff costs are spiralling out of control, for example.

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How to Manage a Cross-Functional Team: Tools and Strategies

ProjectManager.com

Do cross-functional teams lead to greater project success? It depends on who you ask. Some people believe cross-functional teams can be very productive, given they have clear governance, accountability, specific goals, suitable project management tools , as well as the organization to invest in and prioritize their success. Usually, a cross-functional team is created to spark innovation, break bureaucratic boundaries and reduce production cycle times by granting a more collaborative environment.

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Can AI Generate High-Quality Code?

Scrum.org

TL;DR: Key Takeaways from the Experiment AI-generated code functions but often lacks structure and clarity. Implementing Test-Driven Development (TDD) enhances readability, maintainability, and modularity. Even AI exhibits caution in refactoring without tests, mirroring human developer behaviour. This experiment indicates that while AI can produce functional code, applying TDD significantly improves its quality.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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The Hardest Project of My Career (and What It Taught Me)

Brett Harned

Some of the most challenging projects, jobs, and relationships shape the way we move through life. They force us to grow, toughen up, and—if we’re lucky—walk away with some hard-earned wisdom. I’ve had plenty of these moments, both in and out of work. The kind that makes you question everything, push you to the edge, and somehow leave you standing stronger on the other side.

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Pilot Project: Meaning, Benefits and Example

ProjectManager.com

Big things coming from small beginnings might sound like a cliche, but its rooted in truth. Project managers understand that before embarking on large endeavors, its best to test the waters. The phrase for that in project management is a pilot project. What is a pilot project? Well get to that and the industries that use a pilot plan before initiating big, expensive and complex projects.

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Winning Before You Build: How Thoughtful Planning and Clear Communication Drive Profitable Projects

Clint Padgett – Project Success

Episode Information: During todays conversation, Clint discusses the challenges of communication in construction projects, emphasizing that software is a tool, not a solution. He highlights the pitfalls of one-way communication and the importance of conversations in solving problems. Clint also explores the impact of silos, avoidance of confrontation, and strategies for preparing for difficult discussions.

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How To Handle "Urgent Request" in Scrum

Scrum.org

How do I (as a Product Owner) handle "urgent requests" (usually from people with high political power) in Scrum? This is one of the most common questions I receive from participants attending Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) courses. Before I share how to handle "urgent requests," let's revisit the fundamentals of Scrum. In Scrum, there are two types of backlogs: the Product Backlog and the Sprint Backlog.

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Unlocking Your PMO Potential: The New and Improved PMO Competency Framework Assessment

House of PMO

Why the PMO Competency Assessment is More Than Just a Score Working in PMO todayrequires a broad range of knowledge, skills, and behaviours. To be successful, PMO professionals must demonstrate competence across multiple disciplines, from governance and stakeholder management to strategic alignment and delivery oversight. Ensuring that these competences are continuously developed is essential for both individual career progression and PMO improvements.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?

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Steal Toggl’s 7-Step Talent Acquisition Strategy

Teamweek

Year after year, hiring teams complain about a lack of talent in the job marketwhile candidates vent about their ability to line up a new gig.Something doesnt add up, right? While there are loads of external things we can blame (poor education systems, cut-throat competition, revenue decline), more often than not, a poor talent acquisition strategy is the culprit.

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The Use of AI in Education and Corporate TrainingBy Dr. Andre Barcaui, Ph.D. and Dr. Leon Herszon, Ph.D.

International Institute for Learning

The Use of AI in Education and Corporate Training By Dr. Andre Barcaui, Ph.D. and Dr. Leon Herszon, Ph.D. Abstract This white paper is originally published in PM World Journal (ISSN: 2330-4480), Vol. XIV, Issue III March 2025. Artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally transforming the landscape of education and corporate training, by offering innovative methodologies, advanced tools, and opportunities for personalized and scalable learning.

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How To Handle "Urgent Requests" in Scrum

Scrum.org

How do I (as a Product Owner) handle "urgent requests" (usually from people with high political power) in Scrum? This is one of the most common questions I receive from participants attending Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) courses. Before I share how to handle "urgent requests," let's revisit the fundamentals of Scrum. In Scrum, there are two types of backlogs: the Product Backlog and the Sprint Backlog.

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The Leadership Crisis—And the Leaders Who Are Fixing It

Green Project Management

The world feels like its on a knifes edge. Wars rage. Global markets swing unpredictably. Political leaders stoke division instead of solving problems. Democracies, once seen as stable, now teeter as strongmen and populists rewrite the rules to serve themselves. Trust in institutionsgovernments, corporations, even the mediahas plummeted, and for good reason.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Effects of Employee Turnover on Workflows & Operations

Beyond the Chaos

Workflows depend on consistency. When employees leave, that consistency is lost. Processes stall, knowledge gaps form, and teams scramble to adjust. The more often it happens, the harder it becomes to keep operations running smoothly. And the impact isnt small, studies show that frequent turnover can cut productivity by up to 30% as new hires take time to reach full efficiency.

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How to Write a Problem Statement: Example & Template Included

ProjectManager.com

Getting from ones current state to the desired future requires understanding what needs to be done to get there. That is the basis of a problem statement, which is used in everything from project management to research projects. What is a problem statement and when should it be used? Well answer those questions and add what must be included. To help illustrate that, well offer problem statement examples and even a problem statement template that you can for yourself.

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10 Common Budgeting Mistakes That Could Derail Your Project

Accidental PM

Budgeting is a critical component of successful projects. Whether you’re working on a small business initiative or a large-scale enterprise project, financial planning determines the viability and execution of your goals. However, many projects run into trouble due to budgeting mistakes, which can lead to delays, quality compromises, or even complete failure.

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The Alignment-to-Value Pipeline: Building Products That Matter

Scrum.org

TL;DR: The Alignment-to-Value Pipeline Effective product development requires both strategic alignment and healthy Product Backlog management. Misalignment leads to backlog bloat, trust erosion, and building the wrong products. By implementing proper alignment tools, separating discovery from delivery, and maintaining appropriate backlog size (3-6 sprints), teams can build products that truly matter.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Timeline for Hiring an HR Assistant Explained

Project Cubicle

Recruiting metrics often highlight the time it takes to hire someone. The HR assistant recruiting journey can vary significantly based on the specific role and the organization. Initially, applicants submit their materials for review by a hiring manager, who conducts interviews with promising candidates and ultimately makes offers to those deemed suitable.

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DOGE isn’t making government more efficient—it’s just destroying people’s lives

Brett Harned

We need strong leadership now more than ever. Instead, we’re getting reckless, inhumane budget cuts, mass layoffs, and a government left in total disarray. Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) claim they’re saving taxpayer dollars by gutting the workforce. But efficiency isn’t firing half the people who actually get things done and expecting the same results.

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Reducing Customer Dissatisfaction with Workflow Efficiency

Beyond the Chaos

A frustrated customer rarely stays a customer for long. Delayed responses, missed details, or inefficient service can quickly turn trust into frustration. When workflows are disorganized, these issues add upleading to lost business and damaged relationships. And customers dont have much patiencestudies show that more than half will switch to a competitor after just one bad experience.

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The Economics of Project Management Certification

Velociteach

The project management training and certification market is multi-layered, complex, and dynamic. Project management training is not a standardized product. This article aims to provide data-supported context and analysis. The post The Economics of Project Management Certification appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, Terrence Sheflin, and Mahyar Ghasemali

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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The Scrum Master Role is Misunderstood

Scrum.org

The role of the Scrum Master is often misunderstood. Its helpful to consider WHO were the early adopters? What was their interest in Scrum? What did they bring to the role of Scrum Master? Try to imagine 1995 through ~2005. It was common they had a well-established career. They had been a manager of teams for many years. They were likely to have founded a company of their own.

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Why you should use team management tools in 2025

Sandeep Kashyap

In 2025, the workplace demands smarter, faster, and more efficient solutions to keep up with the pace of modern business. Teams are more dynamic, remote work is more common than ever, and collaboration has become the backbone ofsuccess. To navigate this modern approach, you need a tool that streamlines workflows and ensures seamless project management.

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Lateral Skills Are Core Skills

Pawel Brodzinski

We can consider so many things both in our professional and personal lives as value exchange. The most obvious case: I exchange 40 hours of my time each week for a set amount of money that lands in my bank account each month. As a business, we do the same thing. We commit our engineers to spend their time on whatever our clients need them for, and in exchange, we receive an agreed-upon rate for each hour of that effort.

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Why Tomorrow’s PMO Leaders Will Leave Today’s Behind

Hot PMO

Add Your Heading Text Here The world is changing rapidly, and Future PMO leaders must evolve alongside it. Climate urgency, AI-driven project landscapes, and shifting stakeholder expectations are rewriting the rules of effective project management. PMO leaders clinging to yesterdays playbook – relying solely on traditional methodologies, rigid governance, and narrow metrics – risk becoming obsolete.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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Webinar Series: Scrum at Scale with Hands-on Practical Applicability

Management Yogi

In a recent article for Scrum at Scale CIPSA Key Roles and Goals, I wrote about the power of simplicity. I also said simple is beautiful and simplicity sticks. It's applicable in all walks of our lives. You can read it here.Simple people are liked more, trusted more. Simple things are easily remembered and hence followed. Simple, elegant dresses are natural and indeed, beautiful.

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The Empathetic Leadership - Part 2

Scrum.org

Let's continue from where we left in Part 1 of this blog Why are Leaders not empathetic? There could be multiple reasons for this. Heres my list, and you can add your own: 1. Performance vver People: In fast-paced industries, speed and efficiency are prioritized over emotional intelligence. Leaders are often evaluated based on KPIs, deadlines, and profits, rather than how well they understand their teams emotions.

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Contingency plan: Definition, examples, and how to create one

Wrike

No matter how well you prepare, not all of the plans you make in your business will work out as you intended. Sometimes, youll be able to see an incident coming, such as a client quitting after theyve complained on multiple occasions. Other times, your plans might be derailed by something completely unexpected as we all found out during the pandemic.