Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 12, 2024

In this article we'll talk about the top competencies for project managers and how you can develop your skills. Plus, there are technical skills we have to consider -- employers definitely look for those too. They must believe in themselves, be willing to take risks, and rely on their expert judgement.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 29, 2021

Risks matter. That’s the point of risk management: thinking about what might go wrong before it does, so you can put a plan together to deal with it if it does. However, at the beginning of your project when your risk log is empty, it can be a bit of a challenge to think of all the stuff that might need to go on there.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 14, 2024

We gathered 57 of the top AI in project management statistics to help understand this key development in technology. Recent advancements in tech have changed how project managers work in 2024. Only 12% have adopted AI in a substantial way, and the adoption levels are much higher in tech-forward companies (34%).

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 25, 2020

In this article we’ll talk about the different types of bias in project management. The goal is not for you to question every action and decision, but one who makes critical decisions with the use of due diligence to avoid human shortcomings. This is a guest post by Roland Hoffmann. Are you biased as a project manager?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 11, 2024

However, the risk of getting the change aspects wrong can be huge. I decided it was time to learn more about change management , and if you’ve come to that conclusion too, keep reading, as I have a detailed review of a very good (and not expensive) course that will help you: the BEE Methodology Practitioner course.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 11, 2021

AI has turned up in the project management trends articles over the past few years and it’s now most definitely here to stay. I’m not convinced that 2030 is a realistic target, though, given the project management maturity levels and willingness to adopt new tech that I see on a daily basis. Lloyd Skinner. Lloyd seems to feel the same.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 7, 2023

OPAs and the PMP exam Let’s face it: I first came across the term OPA while reviewing PMP exam training material. They might be influenced by market conditions (risk appetite statements might change, for example, if the market suddenly gets a lot more competitive). Don’t get me started on Enterprise Environmental Factors either.)

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Normally we’d think of that in terms of the technical skills they need to deliver the project, like taking a course in a programming language or brushing up their system maintenance skills. Risk management is a great example. Identify project risks. First, identify the project risks. Log the project risks on a risk log.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

In this article, we’ll explain what the performance domains are and give you some examples of what you need to know about each one. I’ll update the article when more information is available. The Process domain covers the ‘technical’ skills of doing the work of being a project manager. But what does it actually mean?

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Project Risk Coach

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Learn to Better Manage Enterprise Risks Through Project Risk Management Many organizations have adopted enterprise risk management (ERM) as a way to make better decisions, get stronger operating results, and meet regulatory requirements. What is Enterprise Risk Management? An organization’s risk champion (e.g.,

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Project Risk Coach

JUNE 20, 2022

In this article, let's look at each principle and why each one matters with respect to managing risks. Be a Diligent, Respectful, and Caring Steward 2. Optimize Risk Responses 11. For example, one of the PMBOK® principles is to optimize risk responses. Table Of Contents. What are Principles? Navigate Complexity 10.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 17, 2022

Here is what we learned from an invaluable brainstorming session with our Tech Lead. These can relate to technical debt, bugs, new requirements, etc. However, at times, resource requirements, blocks, and other issues may put the team’s time on the project at risk. Secret #1: Set the pace in the beginning.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Read on for my review. The tool library covers tools, plugins and resources you can use for planning, time and cost management, risk management , workflow management, prototyping and more. It’s not technical, which makes it suitable for project professionals. Head over to the PMI website, register for a free account.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 30, 2024

We’ll explain that first and go into the various features this technology-driven business intelligence tool has and what they can be used for. Benefits & Advantages of Power BI The popularity of Microsoft Power BI is due to the benefits it offers business users. Power BI is a tool that delivers that information. What is Power BI?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 8, 2022

We have forecast and actual dates, timesheets, budgets, databases of lessons learned , risks, issues and changes. For example, imagine reviewing estimates from the project team. The tech exists out there to move project management tools on leaps and bounds.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 16, 2021

Your risk of chronic disease increases and there is more chance of burnout. More tech just leads to more messages and that feeling of being always on. Thursday is the New Friday: How to Work Fewer Hours, Make More Money and Spend Time Doing What you Want is a book by Joe Sanok. Long working hours are the scourge of modern life.

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Project Risk Coach

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Learn to Better Manage Enterprise Risks Through Project Risk Management Many organizations have adopted enterprise risk management (ERM) as a way to make better decisions, get stronger operating results, and meet regulatory requirements. What is Enterprise Risk Management? An organization’s risk champion (e.g.,

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Project Risk Coach

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Changes in project risks are inevitable. As a project progresses, the probability and impact of current risks change, new risks emerge, and residual risks may increase or decrease. What tools and techniques can project managers use for controlling risks and getting the results they are looking for?

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LiquidPlanner

AUGUST 2, 2022

Why the partnership of technology and people bring more than one benefit. Technology isn’t just a tool anymore. It is no longer a case of ignoring the ‘tech’ component of your team. As technology continues to evolve so rapidly, it is no longer an ‘add-on’ but instead has now become a true team member of value.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Normally we’d think of that in terms of the technical skills they need to deliver the project, like taking a course in a programming language or brushing up their system maintenance skills. Risk management is a great example. Identify project risks. First, identify the project risks. Log the project risks on a risk log.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

This article will explain project contingency, how to calculate contingency and how to manage it within the scope of your projects. Contingency can be defined as additional resources put aside to address potential risk and uncertainty in a project. So risk is critical to understanding contingency: that’s the first step.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 2, 2023

Technical failure: this creates a program integration risk as what you are building might not sit in the organization’s architecture any longer. Bring in technical specialists as required. This article first appeared at Rebel's Guide to Project Management Using an outside assessment team creates objectivity.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 10, 2023

You can also keep the relevant details for future reference, so you can look back and review what you did to address the problem. The issue register for a similar project can also give you some key risks for future projects — perhaps you’ll see the same problems again? Project Workbook and Budget Tracker $6.00

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 9, 2022

EMV is a risk analysis tool that helps establish the contingency reserves for your project activities. It’s a statistical technical for quantifying risk. You would use it to: Establish which new product option or solution is best Establish the contingency reserve required to offset project risk. What is EMV?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 17, 2017

This article, Is the Classic Triple Constraint in Project Management Still Relevant? Factors such as Risks, Resources (human and otherwise), Expectations or even R&D or Technology Issues for ground-breaking tech projects. Software Review: ConceptDraw Office 4 Here's my review of ConceptDraw.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 17, 2021

Project management is affecting how humans perform or adopt technology. There’s an acceleration due to covid but there are going to be initiatives where you are engineering people out of a role to be replaced with tech. Typically, the challenge is infrastructure and tech. What tech can you create in parallel?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 22, 2024

Review different ways to engage stakeholders and how you can switch up what you’re doing to better support them. I’ve even met stakeholders who insist on reviewing the technical spec even if they have no idea of what they are actually reading (I’m pretty sure that he wasn’t an IT developer in a previous job).

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 31, 2023

I have pre-registered to take the course, so I’ll update this article later with my experiences. And many of the professional bodies offer certificates and credentials that require pre-requisites – difficult to get if you are just starting out in technical project management.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 1, 2018

There are lots of routes into project management, as I explored recently in an article on how to become a project manager. I was not very tech savvy, but thanks to my mentors and coach in the company I learnt not only IT but also leadership skills that I continue to use and develop today. There are some myths about project management.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 29, 2022

I review a lot of PM software tools and there are companies now making massive leaps into integrating big data, automations, machine learning and more into the way they collate, present and make it possible to use large data sets. Here are some considerations for future technology – project management style. Blockchain. We can do it.

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Project Risk Coach

JULY 12, 2021

In this article, we will look at what a risk owner is and why they are needed. Now imagine the risks listed above occurring under two different IT Directors. She provides oversight to the IT software development process and proactively identifies and manages the IT risks. Risk owners define the risk response plans.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 16, 2021

In this article we’ll talk about the top competencies for project managers and how you can develop your skills. In my experience, these are the ones that are most likely to ‘move the needle’ in your career, so that’s what we are focusing on in this article. Technical competencies. Let’s look at each of those in turn.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 2, 2022

In this article, you’ll learn the top 5 key considerations and knowledge areas under which the main criteria for managing a project portfolio can be grouped. This will obviously enormously impact the IT department, while it will probably create the need for new procurement methods and technology policies.

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nTask

OCTOBER 21, 2021

So, if you are in the market for information about the best tool for the job, then you came to the right place, because, in this article, we are going to talk about the best Linux project management software that you can use right now in 2021. Manage tasks, issues, projects, meetings and risk, all in one place. Table of Contents.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

How can technology help you achieve the same thing if you can’t physically move the people? In the wake of tech giants leaders, many companies are paying more attention to the culture their company has or is projecting, this is also important for new talent. Collaboration tools for project managers to consider in this situation.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 31, 2024

I'm responsible for leading multiple projects and I just have too much in my brain to take the risk of having it on paper. It doesn't matter what tech you use (or none) as long as it is a single repository for all your project's To Dos, and preferably sortable so you can see owners and due dates. At least, that's the theory!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 18, 2020

This is a guest article by Mauricio Prinzlau. Due to improvements in networking and the quality of internet connectivity, cloud based backup options have gained market share and are in fact superior to onsite backup in most applications. There are several plausible scenarios which expose these risks, from fire to flood and burglary.

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