International Institute for Learning
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
By Judith W. Umlas Why is courage necessary to tell a colleague know how much you value him, the difference he makes on your team, and his unique contributions? Shouldn’t such acknowledgments take humility? Possibly. Generosity? Perhaps. Attentiveness? Yes. But courage also is critical because a profound, heartfelt, and generous acknowledgment demands vulnerability.
nTask
FEBRUARY 19, 2023
Are you trying to decide which project management tool is the best fit for your business? With so many options, it can be difficult to choose. But don't worry! We have done the research for you and compared Wrike, Smartsheet and nTask to help you pick the perfect project management tool for your needs.
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Project Risk Coach
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
It's a simple question, "Who owns the risks in agile projects?" However, I find many people need help when I ask. In this article, let's uncover the role of risk owners and how to perform risk management in agile projects. What is a Risk Owner? A risk owner is an individual who is responsible for identifying and responding to potential risks that could affect the success of a project.
The Digital Project Manager
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
It might be cliche, but it’s true, the only constant in life is change. Right? If you’re a digital project manager (or aspire to be one) you probably know all too well how important it is to have an effective change management process. As a contract project manager and project management consultant, I help teams […] The post An Effective 3-Step Change Management Process For Project Managers appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
nTask
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Are you a marketing project manager looking for the best software solutions to help you manage your projects in 2023? Look no further! In this article, we will be taking a look at the top 17 software solutions that will make your job easier and more efficient.
Project Management Update brings together the best content for project management professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
nTask
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
Are you looking for a great Trello alternative in 2023? If so, look no further! In this blog post, we'll be taking a closer look at nine top Trello alternatives for personal use that can help you stay organized and productive.
ProjectManager.com
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
A PMO, or project management office, can be an internal department or an external group or agency that defines and maintains the standards for a company’s project management. There are three types; supportive, controlling and directive and each has varying degrees of involvement. However, all three can use PMO templates to support project programs and portfolios.
MPUG
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
Project management has many practical applications across various fields. It’s enlightening to explore the similarities and differences in project management fundamentals and advanced techniques, as they’re applied in different industries. Today we’ll discover how project management looks in the Navy, and what it can teach us about being effective in any project management role.
Musings on Project Management
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
Here's the challenge: On your project, if you had it in hand could you spend $1M in a month?Take a minute and think about it.Actually, take a minute and estimate the possibilities.Does money solve all the problems?
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?
Scrum.org
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
If you’re a newcomer to all of this, you might be asking yourself: What is Agile even all about? How can organizations such as your own profit from becoming more agile? To understand what Agility is, we have to go back to how things are being done without Agile. In the past and still today a lot of projects have a plan-driven approach. A plan-driven approach means that at the beginning of a project you get together with your customer, create a vision of what the customer wants and needs and the
ProjectManager.com
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Whether you’re a big or small business and no matter what product you manufacture or service you provide, you’re always looking to deliver the highest quality and greatest value for your customers. One way to achieve these goals is through operations management. Learn what operations management is and its key functions. We’ll also discuss the various roles and skills required to succeed in this growing field.
Productivity Land
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Whether you are in school or college, learning is hard. It requires time and significant commitment to succeed academically. But no matter how difficult it gets, there are always ways to make things simpler. These days, students can leverage various apps and resources to learn smarter, not harder. These apps are meant for different purposes. But they all have the same core goal—to make your studies simpler.
WorkOtter
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
Did you know that around half of all businesses fail within five years ? Businesses often fail because they don’t have the right resource management software. Without this software, your resources might be all over the place. This is a waste of time, energy, and money. If you want to make sure that your business is as efficient as possible, you should try this software.
Speaker: Dylan Secrest
Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.
Scrum.org
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Why does Agile focus on values and principles rather than a prescribed set of steps? Agile exists to address the idea that no predetermined set of steps will lead to a predefined outcome. The problem has never been solved, nor has the solution ever been created, so you don’t know what you don’t know. No formula is going to guarantee a desired outcome.
PM Times
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Project Management texts usually assume we’re starting at the beginning of a project, with control over scope, schedule, and resources. Frequently, project scope, resources, and schedule are already determined through strategic planning, Project Portfolio Management (PPM), or the project charter process. In other cases, we take on projects that are in progress.
Productivity Land
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
Communication is a key part of our working environments, whether you be in the construction industry or working as a teacher. With the importance of communication in everyone’s lives, it is quite concerning that often the message that is trying to be conveyed is not done properly due to ineffective communication. An organization called COMPASS created what is known as ‘The Message Box’ to help effectively convey and share knowledge.
Resource Guru
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
When was the last time you were completely absorbed by a task? A time when you were so immersed in doing something, you forgot about the world around you? This is called the “flow state.” But as we’ve designed a world full of distractions, experiencing a flow state is a rare commodity these days. So how can you eliminate distractions and set your day up for a flow state, and as a result, increase productivity and performance?
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Scrum.org
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
As an agile coach I often have Scrum Masters come up to me because management is complaining there are too many meetings in Scrum and that their developers aren't 100% utilised on developing the products. I also have developers asking me if they can skip the sprint review and retrospective as they have some work to finish off for the sprint and that is a much better use of their time than sitting in a meeting.
Green Project Management
FEBRUARY 18, 2023
For many years I have been getting on soapboxes at conferences and in keynotes stating that “the project profession” is waking up to sustainability but is not paying enough attention to bio-diversity. If we could put in place regenerative practices, we could address many issues, including the climate crisis. Biodiversity loss is one of humanity’s […] The post The Project Profession and Bio-diversity.
Productivity Land
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
The software-as-a-service (SaaS) industry has grown rapidly in recent years, representing a significant portion of the global economy. As such, businesses looking to capitalize on this growth must develop effective strategies for business development. Whether you’re looking to create a new SaaS product or expand with an existing one, the right plan can make all the difference.
LiquidPlanner
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Feel like you’re always chasing down details for new work requests? Always missing a few important bits of information at the start of your projects? Disorganized and uncertain is a bad way to start a new project.Luckily, we built Intake Forms for projects and tasks so you can start off on the right foot. No more chasing down details through email or Instant Messaging someone for missing information.
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Scrum.org
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
In Scrum, the Product Owner’s purpose is to maximize the value of the Scrum Team’s work (the product). Delivering value to the customer (beneficial customer outcomes) is the ultimate measure of success for the Scrum Team, including the Product Owner. (Pssst … you can learn more about measuring customer outcomes by signing up for Rebel Scrum’s Evidence-Based Management course.
Function Point
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
After spending weeks or months looking for an agency traffic management system, you finally decided which one makes the most sense for your agency workflow. What’s next? I’d say that training and deployment are as important for the success of the software adoption as selecting your new agency traffic management system in the first place. We’ve encountered many agencies and creative firms that end up failing during the deployment of a new system since most of them don’t have a well-structured pla
Productivity Land
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Hiring the right employee is one of the most important decisions a business can make. Not only will it impact your bottom line, but it will also affect the morale and productivity of your entire team. A great hire can be a huge asset to any organization, while an ill-fitted candidate can cause disruption and lead to costly turnover. To ensure you make the best choice for both your business and potential employees, there are several steps you should take when hiring an employee the right way.
Agilemania
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Concerns were voiced in the IT operations and software development sectors from 2007 to 2008 about the old software development paradigm that split operations from developers regarding how code was distributed and supported. As a result, the DevOps movement was established. DevOps was formed by combining the concepts of development and operations. DevOps refers to integrating several sectors into a continuous, structured action.
Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, Terrence Sheflin, and Mahyar Ghasemali
As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.
Scrum.org
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
TL; DR: ChatGPT Product Owner Job Interview A few weeks ago, I ran a simulated job interview with ChatGPT for a fictitious Scrum Master position. Admittedly, I would not have invited this “interviewee” for an interview with other team members; however, the interview produced some remarkable answers. Consequently, I tried the same with a Product Owner position, aware of the challenges this would pose, as the Product Owner role is significantly fuzzier than the one of a Scrum Master.
Sarah M. Hoban
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Ironically, I’ve had it on my list to review Toodledo, a to do list, for a long time. This is an OG productivity product in my toolkit, one I’ve used for many years and that came from an unexpected source—my mom. If you’re looking for a basic to do list without too many bells and whistles, read on. Toodledo may be for you. Disclosure: This post includes affiliate links.
Productivity Land
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
Working remotely is a no-brainer. First of all, there’s zero cost for commuting. You can be more productive and have a flexible schedule. Now, people used to working remotely would rather quit than return to the office. However, there’s one critical issue that needs to be addressed – security. Data breaches and hacking attacks are quite common if you’re a freelancer or if you’ve got a small business.
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