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How to use a bullet journal for project management

Rebel’s Guide to PM

How do you manage your projects? If you're anything like me, you've got a notebook on your desk right now. Whatever it is you’re managing you’ll probably use, or need, a tool to help you do it. Maybe it’s a Trello board, a Kanban board, a system of sticky notes…Asana, Toggl… a wall calendar and planner, or a combination of them all! What remains the same is that there is a lot to manage.

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Benefits of the Sprint Timebox

Scrum.org

The maximum duration of the Sprint in Scrum is one month. This means that at least once per month, the Scrum team should deliver a valuable increment of usable product. For those who are new to Scrum, this timebox can seem, well, intimidating. And yet, the timebox is the source of many of the benefits of Scrum. Among the many benefits of timeboxing is this: the Sprint timebox helps to foster a sense of urgency that creates a low tolerance for organizational impediments or wasted effort.

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5 Reasons Women Are Successful as Project Managers

Project Accelerator News

Project management is the discipline of planning, executing, and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and to the specified quality standards. It involves coordinating resources, managing stakeholders, and mitigating risks to achieve defined objectives. These are skills that women project managers excel at. In addition to the core principles of project management, understanding the importance of diversity in project teams is crucial for maximizing team effectiv

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Scrum Beyond Software Development

Scrum.org

The data above is taken from the annual " State of Agile " report from Digital.ai. I think that a lot of people are surprised to learn that Scrum is not just for software development. Scrum was first presented in 1995 by Ken Schwaber and Jeff Sutherland. Later, the Agile Manifesto, written in 2001, identified 12 principles and 4 values which are important to the smooth operation of Agile teams.

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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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The Impact of the Hierarchy of Powers on PM and Strategy

The Strategic Project Manager

How can organizations follow a dual strategy when business is going well but change is inevitable? Keep the existing business going…but use the Hierarchy of Powers to implement a parallel strategy to position for success in a new future. Learn what the Hierarchy of Powers is, and how it can be leveraged to build a strong foundational business position for the future.

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Product lifecycle management (PLM) software: 5 options

Wrike

Manufacturing businesses turn to product lifecycle management (PLM) software when: Their engineering and design teams need a unified way to manage product processes on time and on budget They want to build a digital thread to allow everyone in their product teams to find the information, data, and resources they need They come under pressure from management and shareholders to build better products more efficiently In this article, we share some of the best PLM software that will allow you to d

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Best Project Management Software To Increase Productivity

Celoxis

Find the best project management software to boost productivity in 2024. Explore top tools for efficient planning, collaboration, and execution.

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7 Proven Ways to Make Smart Hiring Decisions (From Our Hiring Experts)

Teamweek

47% of people think AI would be better at picking the right candidate for a job than humans. However, 71% oppose using AI in making a final hiring decision. AI is transforming the way we work, but it’s not a silver bullet when it comes to recruitmen t. While it can help us speed up processes and alleviate repetitive tasks, hiring managers should use more proven, reliable methods when making hiring decisions.

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Government Research you can access

Musings on Project Management

Since at least 2013, there's been a push from the President's Office of Science and Technology Policy to make as much as possible of government sponsored research available to the public for free.On August 25th, 2022, this policy initiative of access to government research got another push when OSTP published more detailed and aggressive guidance to the executive departments.

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Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros

Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.

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Get off my lawn, AI

Brett Harned

I can’t deny that I’m hesitant about—possibly even annoyed by—AI. I’m unsure if that’s because I’m aging in the tech industry and tired of the next new apps and products that are seemingly released, downloaded, forgotten about, or replaced by something even newer every couple of months. Or is it because I see technology changing me and the people around me?

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