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Book review: Risk Happens

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Mike Clayton defines risk as “uncertain events that can affect outcomes,” in his book, Risk Happens!: Clayton introduces the concept of the risk breakdown structure in his book. Mike’s book: Risk Happens! This book includes ways that you can capitalize on positive risk by enhancing the impact.

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Managing Multiple Projects: Statistics

Rebel’s Guide to PM

This wasn’t a survey about project portfolio management at the PMO level. 16% have workloads prioritized by the PMO 17% have workloads prioritized by their manager And if you don’t have those in place, or another way, then the only option is to try to work out what is the most important work yourself. A project manager says.

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A History of PMI & Its Role in Project Management

ProjectManager.com

The Project Management Institute (PMI) is a nonprofit organization for those working in project management across the globe. If you have even a passing interest in the field, then you’ve bumped up against PMI. Given its vast influence, it’s important to have a basic understanding of PMI and its history. A History of PMI.

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15 Non-Academic Project Management Books to Earn PDUs

Rebel’s Guide to PM

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. In this article, I’m saving you some time by highlighting 15 of my recommended books for PDUs, but first, let’s cover off some details about using reading. What books qualify for PDUs?

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Portfolio Management: The Career Move You’ve Been Looking For?

Rebel’s Guide to PM

For example: Effective communication Soft skills (PMI power skills, or interpersonal skills) like conflict management Leadership skills Understanding business benefits and strategic objectives Being able to work with senior managers and building relationships with key stakeholders Business acumen Analytical skills.

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Bridging the PM Competency Gap [Book Review]

Rebel’s Guide to PM

This article, Bridging the PM Competency Gap [Book Review] , first appeared on Girl's Guide to PM. The book won’t tell you what competencies your team needs, but it does lay out a roadmap for helping you work that out for yourself. Do You Need This Book? How far do you think your company goes supporting project managers?

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The Art Behind Becoming a Strategic PMO Leader

Planview

Unlock the strategies to overcome key PMO hurdles—mastering resource management, driving change, and streamlining processes—with expert insight from Athena Smith, Senior Director, Portfolio Management. Working in museums was a fantastic way to develop project management skills, even though I wasn’t using PMI terminology then.

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