Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

In this article, we will highlight some of the things that an origination should pay attention to on their continuously evolving journey. Leadership Alignment Many organizations underestimate the importance of executive and middle management support for Agile teams. There is no out-of-the-box roadmap or toolkit for that.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 10, 2022

In this article we’ll look at what Power Skills PDUs are and how many you need, and what activities count towards your PDU total in the Power Skills category. Power Skills used to be known as Leadership Skills in the Talent Triangle but it was re-badged in 2022 to make it more relevant to the profession. What are Power Skills PDUs?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 31, 2024

A simple tool we can use to understand our relationship to productivity and expand the possibilities is the creative versus reactive leadership lens. I also take time for play because I know play boosts creativity, innovation, and energy while also relieving stress. In this article, I have written mostly from an individual perspective.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. Subscribe to AskScrum.com to be the first to receive articles like this. The accountability of a Scrum Master transcends the boundaries of traditional leadership. It's about cultivating an ecosystem where innovation, collaboration, and resilience are valued.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 29, 2022

The role of the project manager has long been shifting away from someone who can tick off tasks as complete on a Gantt chart and towards a strategic leadership position for effecting change in an organization. Project managers still provide an irreplaceably human combination of leadership, integration of specialists, and ethical behaviour.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In this article, we’ll cover the basics: what are organizational competencies, and why should you, as an individual, care about them? You can also build competence across the business as a whole by hiring new personnel with the necessary skills or by making changes in leadership. Leadership. Innovation.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

This article explores the art of Agile leadership, delving into the challenges of finding the right equilibrium between allowing teams to self-organize and providing enough guidance and structure for seamless Agile execution. This not only fuels innovation but also encourages a growth mindset within the organization.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 1, 2022

In the past I have interviewed Susanne Madsen on the topic of project leadership and her book, The Power of Project Leadership. I expected a book about leadership theory but what I got was a hugely practical guide to actually doing leadership with plenty of stories, examples and exercises. Buy on Amazon.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 1, 2019

What’s the difference between project management and project leadership? A recent APM report, Project Leadership; skills, behaviours, knowledge and values , explored this question. . The authors concluded project leadership is future-focused. Carole, let’s start at the beginning.

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MPUG

AUGUST 13, 2024

This article offers a review of some multifaceted approaches of various cost improvement strategies , from immediate actions to long-term frameworks. Leadership: Leadership is pivotal in establishing a vision and direction for quality management. It examines cost-improvement applications through a project management lens.

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NimbleWork

OCTOBER 21, 2024

These top 25 influencers for 2025 aren’t just keeping up with the trends—they’re setting them, reshaping how teams collaborate, innovate, and deliver in today’s fast-paced world. What distinguishes these influencers in the landscape of project management thought leadership?

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Kiron Bondale

MAY 30, 2021

In a recent HBR article , the authors wrote about research they had conducted over a year on the relationships between how dispersed teams were and the speed at which their projects either succeeded or failed. They might place greater faith in senior leadership’s ability to overcome significant issues with the project.

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The IIL Blog

JULY 10, 2024

IPM Day is not only a day of recognition, but also a day of learning, networking, and innovation for project managers, teams, and executives around the globe. They have shown passion, innovation, and resilience in dealing with the huge challenges of the pandemic and the recession in recent years.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2023

And this article is a summary of what they replied. Leadership : ethical, authentic leadership is what helps get work done and set you apart from your peers. Successful project managers will be those that embrace the mantle of leadership. Throughout the project, leadership is simple: you serve your team.

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Project Accelerator News

JULY 15, 2024

Diversity in project management brings a wealth of perspectives, ideas, and approaches that enhance problem-solving and innovation. Women’s unique strengths and skills, such as strong communication, emotional intelligence, and collaborative leadership, are invaluable in managing complex projects and navigating the challenges that arise.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 27, 2022

When I read Susanne Madsen’s book, The Power of Project Leadership. Often we think that leadership is about character and attitude (read my take on the traits of good leaders here ) and forget that you can actually practice being a better leader by coaching yourself in the right behaviors. I was struck by how practical it was.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 9, 2025

Jocko Willink refers to it as discipline equals freedom, or the dichotomy of leadership. Embrace Slack Time: Request 20% of unplanned capacity to enable adaptation to operational challenges and innovation. Shall I notify you about articles like this one? How are you creating alignment? Please drop me a line or comment below.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 27, 2025

Sales teams push for one priority, product leadership has a different idea, engineering advocates for another, and executives demand faster timelines. When stakeholders operate in silos, ignoring the benefits of product leadership, product teams lose sight of the why behind their work. Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 6, 2024

What Is Innovation Innovation refers to creating, developing, and implementing new ideas, products, services, or methods that bring something different and more effective into use. Innovation is necessary to adapt effectively; it enables us to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world. The only constant thing is change.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

This is a guest article by David Daly. About the author: With over 20 years of experience in tech, David’s passion is how innovative technology solutions can enable new experiences, business models and operational efficiencies. He has also written numerous thought leadership papers and blog posts. This matches my experience.

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The IIL Blog

MARCH 20, 2024

By Dr. Elissa Farrow March 20, 2024 Leadership futures are where change is not a challenge but an opportunity. As we open our organisations to leadership’s next generation, it’s clear that the future belongs to those who champion collaboration, innovation, inclusion, and adaptability.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Aimed at people doing change management in a leadership role (aren’t we all?), It’s essential reading if you are studying change or organizational leadership. Using visual tools to get your message across is not a new idea, but doing it with comics and in such an innovative way was a new take for me.

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NimbleWork

JANUARY 2, 2025

This article is a tribute to the individuals who are shaping this dynamic field. These innovators, coaches, and consultants are not just theoriststhey are practitioners making a measurable impact in the Agile and Kanban communities. is a globally recognized innovator in Agile leadership and management.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 7, 2019

A high-performing team refers to a group of multi-talented individuals with specialized expertise and harmonious skills who collaborate, innovate and produce consistent, top-quality results. It’s not rocket science, but it is a more in-depth focus and understanding of leadership and to guide you in the application of these principles.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 24, 2022

We see technology evolving, new tools, consolidation, innovation and more. Brush up on your virtual leadership skills. Virtual Leadership: Practical Strategies for Getting the Best Out of Virtual Work and Virtual Teams. There’s no denying that project management today looks different to how it did even 5 years ago.

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The IIL Blog

JULY 31, 2024

By Alan Zucker I authored my first project management article ten years ago. Writing those early articles was challenging. However, project management is dynamic and continues to evolve and innovate. Today, many articles and blog posts declare that Agile is dead. Our teams should be a source of creativity and innovation.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 1, 2022

This article is based on the talk/mini-workshop I held with an enthusiastic group of participants at Agile with Ukraine. You can’t bully your way into innovation. The requisite level of innovation is incredibly complex. Especially with innovation, a specific aspect becomes important: creativity. William Kahn.

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

She has over 25 years of experience in research, organisational innovation, design, adaptation, and benefit realisation. Dr. Farrow is known for her compassionate leadership and engagement approach. Elissa Farrow is a futurist, author, facilitator, coach, and strategist.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 31, 2023

That happens naturally when there is a lot of brainstorming and sharing innovative ideas. Teamwork builds leadership skills It’s common to think that in every teamwork there must be a team leader who ensures that project tasks run smoothly. Everyone can build and use leadership skills in a team environment. Lead your area.

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Inloox

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Only with innovations competitiveness can be secured and market share increased. Innovative strength is therefore an important competitive advantage. But, of course, creating innovations is not easy and brings several challenges: The entire process as well as targeted output are characterized by high uncertainty and risks.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 30, 2024

However, the Scrum Master role is evolving rapidly to be more capable and standing for true leadership in an ever-changing work environment. Being a Scrum Master today represents the first step towards higher leadership in a product focused organisation. Recently, there's been speculation about the relevancy of the Scrum Master role.

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NimbleWork

JANUARY 26, 2025

As we look ahead to 2025, several top project management conferences are set to offer valuable insights into agile practices, digital transformation , leadership, and more. This gathering brings together thought leaders, innovators, and professionals to discuss key industry trends, share experiences, and build a supportive network.

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Inloox

APRIL 12, 2022

What many don't know: Project management encompasses much more than just methods and metrics, in fact key elements of the discipline include leadership skills and collaboration. Over time, the InLoox blog has evolved from a project management blog to a portal for high-quality articles on project management, leadership and productivity.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 16, 2018

Lesson 1: Innovative projects cannot thrive when your organization is in turmoil. Read project management articles , magazines and books. Lesson 15: Project management is leadership, and leadership means standing at the front. Everything takes second place to their dynastic ambitions for power. There you have it.

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Online PM Courses

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

An Update So I think it’s time to update the article that Agile expert, Chuck Cobb, wrote for us seven years ago. This article therefore is largely Chuck’s work, with a few updates and additions from me (Mike). We have a full article that examines these: Agile Principles: The 12 Keys to Adaptive Project Management.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Delivering innovative products on time, on budget. Support faculty, staff, students and the UMW community as a source for project management leadership and expertise. Innovation. This article first appeared at Rebel's Guide to Project Management. What do you want to achieve as a PMO? Engaging customers.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 3, 2020

Here are some of the main tech innovations that have led to an evolution in the way we manage projects. A shift to leadership. Finally, there’s also more emphasis on leadership. This is a massive move towards project leadership instead of simply implementing processes. Technology. Collaboration tools. Fun times.

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