October, 2011

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The Apple Does Not Fall Far from the Tree

Velociteach

I have heard that “the apple does not fall far from the tree.” I was reminded of the concept recently as my family gathered to celebrate my birthday. My daughter Lauren is the office manager for an industrial lighting equipment supplier, and she and I often discuss things like watts, volts, and even LEDs. I find […] The post The Apple Does Not Fall Far from the Tree appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.

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Agile Collaboration in a Virtual World: Takeaways from PMI Global Congress North America

Wrike

With over a third of projects being agile and more work being done by virtual teams , we aimed to look at how project managers can successfully combine the two. Having combined our expertise in managing distributed teams, we came up with a few practical, battlefield-tested tips in the area of communication practices, Web 2.0 tools and beyond, which can help bridge the gap for agile teams working across geographic boundaries.

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Leading projects with the brain in mind: The Emotional Brain

Guerrilla Project Management

We like to think that our decisions are based on logic and rational thinking but my guest today says that “everything we do is rooted in emotion” Latest Neuroscience research is showing that our emotional brain plays a very important role in determining our thoughts and behaviors. It is also important that we understand how. We like to think that our decisions are based on logic and rational thinking but my guest today says that “everything we do is rooted in emotion” Lat

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23 Reasons To Use The PM Prepcast to Prepare for the PMP Exam

PM for the Masses

If you have ever asked me what to use when preparing for the PMP exam, you probably heard me go on and on about the PM Prepcast. I liked it so much when I was preparing that I decided to promote it here on PM for the Masses. The links on this post are affiliate […]. The post 23 Reasons To Use The PM Prepcast to Prepare for the PMP Exam appeared first on Project Management for the Masses.

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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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Hello, PMI – Metrolina Chapter (Charlotte)

Velociteach

Today (Tuesday, Oct 18) I’m headed up to Charlotte, NC to speak to the PMI Metrolina chapter. After a long, self-imposed hiatus, my speaking schedule has heated up again. I’ll be sharing some research I’ve conducted in project management into what makes an effective project manager. This is one of those topics that continues to […] The post Hello, PMI – Metrolina Chapter (Charlotte) appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.

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PMP Exam Reports – some calculated incorrectly

Velociteach

Very Important Announcement! IF you took the PMP Exam between 31 August and 3 October 2011, then your exam scores may have been calculated incorrectly. At Velociteach, we have received messages from Students TODAY (Oct 10) who were affected by this. These Students received notification from PMI that they failed the exam, and then received […] The post PMP Exam Reports – some calculated incorrectly appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.

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I passed the New PMP Exam!

Velociteach

Fantastic news – we’ve had a Student pass the new PMP Exam! The PMP Exam changed 31 August 2011. For those who sat for the new PMP Exam after Aug 30), those project managers had to await results from PMI. PMI advised that the waiting period may be until mid-October as the new exam results […] The post I passed the New PMP Exam! appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.

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Happy Birthday

Velociteach

I’m sequestered in Blue Ridge on a writing retreat. After a sweltering summer, the weather is sharply cooler up here in the North Georgia mountains, and it feels great to build the first fire of the season. September 30 was Velociteach’s 9th birthday, and as a timely present, we just had our biggest 3rd quarter […] The post Happy Birthday appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.

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Welcome to Our YouTube Channel – a New Place to Share Ideas

Wrike

A picture is worth a thousand words, so what about a video? Or even a video channel! We decided to give you a full overview of Wrike's project management tutorials in our brand-new Wrike TV. Come visit our YouTube channel , where you already can find several new arrivals – on Wrike's integration with Google docs, handy drag-and-drop support and the fantastic Activity Stream.

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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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First Things First: Watch A New Video on How to Prioritize Your Work in Wrike

Wrike

Have you ever wished to be saved from the pressure of looming deadlines? If so, prioritizing project work is exactly what you need! Explicit and timely prioritization helps your team focus on the most important and urgent tasks, fight off distractions, and avoid deadline panic. If you drop by our blog, you already know how easy it is to prioritize tasks in Wrike project management software , as it takes only a mouse motion to set, adjust and share task priorities with your team.