October, 2013

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PMI-ACP Exam Lessons Learned - Do NOT Underestimate it!

Deep Fried Brain

PMI-ACP Lessons Learned: I'm pleased to inform you that I PASSED the PMI-ACP exam yesterday (Oct 28, 2013), couple weeks earlier than my original estimate. Passing any exam is a matter of.

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Whodat? PMI Global Congress NOLA

Velociteach

I’m back from New Orleans (NOLA) and the PMI Global Congress 2013 – North America. Let me share the highlights…my opinions…the best-of-the-best from Global: Best keynote: Mark Sanborn author of Fred Factor and his recent book: You Don’t Need a Title to be a Leader. Mark’s challenge to me: ‘Who or What is better because […] The post Whodat?

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New Hotkeys Make Navigating Wrike a Breeze

Wrike

After spending the better part of 10 years as a video editor, keyboard shortcuts are like breathing to me. If you’re like me, when you type, your thumb instinctively reaches for the Ctrl key, and your opposite finger effortlessly finds its way to a hotkey, sometimes before your brain even realizes what command it’s looking for. That’s why I’m excited to announce that Wrike has completely rethought our keyboard shortcuts, and has released a whole new set to speed up your

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Applying WCM to the Software Industry

Sudipta Lahiri

I recently spoke at Symbiosis University on how WCM (World Class Manufacturing) thinking is being applied to the software industry. World Class Manufacturing [WCM] is the collective term for the most effective methodologies and techniques to realize the objectives of: A) Products of consistent high quality B) Delivery on Time of the desired quantity and C) Product at the lowest cost.

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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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How to Be a Happy Project Manager – Part 3

Guerrilla Project Management

Never let victimhood define your relationship with your sponsor. Understand that you are an expert in project management and the sponsor needs you to help him/her deliver his project successfully. Notice I say “his project” That’s an important fact to remember. The organization has entrusted him with an important investment when it assigned to sponsor.

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PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner) Exam Study Material [Updated for 2015]

Deep Fried Brain

Updated for PMI-ACP Exam 2015: I wrote this blog post in Oct 2013 when I was preparing for the PMI-ACP exam. As I was going through process, I was collecting and documenting the list of study.

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This Column Is Not in This Room!

Velociteach

A few years ago, I arrived at a hotel to teach a class. The classroom space was reserved and ready for me to set up class. The materials had arrived without being lost in shipment. My travel arrangements and logistics went off without a hitch. The hotel staff was helpful and courteous. The facility was […] The post This Column Is Not in This Room!

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Theory and Practice of Building Productivity Habits: Join My Session at the PMI Global Congress

Wrike

“Successful people are simply those with successful habits,” said Brian Tracy, a popular motivational speaker. A lot of highly productive people reveal that it’s not rocket science behind their performance, rather, it’s a benefit they reap from a set of small, yet powerful habits that help them day-to-day. In addition to personal efficiency, a high priority for a project manager is to help his team build the right productivity habits so that everyone reaches the best of t

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016 The Secrets for Getting Promoted as a Project Manager

PM for the Masses

Hello everyone once again and welcome to the PM for the Masses Podcast, the Podcast about project management and project managers. So stow your tray tables, put your seats in the upright position and get ready once again to be entertained, educated, and inspired. Today I have the classy Farnoosh Brock and we will discuss […]. The post 016 The Secrets for Getting Promoted as a Project Manager appeared first on Project Management for the Masses.

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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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015 Project Managers: Be Excellent!

PM for the Masses

It’s a new week and I bring you episode 15 of the PM for the Masses Podcast. It’s great to have you as part of this thriving community. If you haven’t been to our Google+ community, you’re missing out! Today I bring you the multitalented Frank Saladis, PMP. We will talk about his career, International […]. The post 015 Project Managers: Be Excellent!

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013 Who the heck is Cesar Abeid? My first solo episode!

PM for the Masses

Hello all and welcome once again to the Project Management Podcast. This is episode 13, and for the first time ever, I am doing an episode solo! That’s right. I’m the host and the guest. On today’s show I share my struggles with stepping up and taking charge of my own project. I explain the […]. The post 013 Who the heck is Cesar Abeid?

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Webinar: Start your Project Management Blog The Right Way

PM for the Masses

On this first PM for the Masses webinar, my friend Dustin Hartzler from YourWebsiteEngineer.com and I take you by the hand and show you step by step how to: Get reliable, affordable hosting for your website/blog Install WordPress in your hosting account Get your website/blog started the right way by implementing the 10 things you should […]. The post Webinar: Start your Project Management Blog The Right Way appeared first on Project Management for the Masses.

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Government is Open. Bears, Lions, Tigers in Harmony.

Velociteach

Nice to have a boring start to the workweek…isn’t it?! This is the first Monday back to “normal” after the epic battle between Democrats and Republicans. The government shutdown is over. No more furlough. Many people were happy to sit in rush-hour traffic, return to familiar office space, and Work-for-the-Man today. It’s about time! A […] The post Government is Open.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?