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Henry Gantt’s Biography & Role in Gantt Chart History

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He’s best remembered for the tool that bears his name and his works in the development of what’s called scientific management. While Gantt charts are named after Henry Gantt, the first Gantt chart was developed by Karol Adamiecki, a Polish engineer, in the mid-1890s.

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Celebrating Women in Project Management

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Stevens is a podcaster, author, speaker and works with women in project management to reinforce within themselves their true value to their team, company and industry. The National Conference for Women in Project Management celebrated its 25th year in the UK last year. It’s Time to Change the Ratio. Invest in your network.

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One Year on Terra Firma

The Lazy Project Manager

For the second time in 12 months I readjusted my business to meet what market there was and became a PM ‘influencer’ working with companies like Wrike, Clarizen, Microsoft, Sharktower, and more. It hasn’t all been bad. New keynote topics developed and ready (just call please). And guess what?

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The Truth about Bullying in Project Management

Rebel’s Guide to PM

The most obvious are impacts on project success, team performance, budgets and timelines. The best short answer is to appreciate what is within your realm of control and influence in order to create an action plan. That may give you an opportunity of influence outside the unit. The impact of bullying on projects.

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What’s the big deal about the Definition of Done in Scrum?

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If we don’t have a straightforward answer about a batch of cookies, imagine how much more grey area there might be in something as complex as software development. Without a clear agreement about a Definition of Done, some developers may think they are done after the code is complete. Prevents misunderstandings among Developers.

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5 Project Management Goals to Boost Your Career

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There is also regional growth, specifically in rapidly developing economies, such as China and India. Attend conferences in your industry not just for being seen, but to learn about best practices and current trends. Whatever the reason, it’s a bad precedent to set. Don’t just network with other project managers, though.

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How To Make 2018 A Successful Year for Your Projects

Rebel’s Guide to PM

High performing teams are motivated by an exceptional vision. The vision becomes a touchstone for difficult discussions with stakeholders, a path to unity for all project participants and a guide post for decision making with your team throughout the project. The commitment and optimism you show to your team. Proper briefs?

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