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The Zac Brown Band performs a song named “Who Knows?” The chorus of the song states, “Who knows what the thunder and lightning will bring? Maybe the storm will cover my dreams; Maybe the sun will shine no more.” Whether or not I was singing along last night – I was certainly asking the same […] The post Who Knows What the Storm May Bring? appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
Dr. Steve Flannes shares his insights on the five stress management techniques that have proven successful with project managers. Today, I have the distinct pleasure to chat with Dr. Steve Flannes about his tangible tips for handling the endless stress in Project Management. Dr. Flannes describes why Project management is inherently stressful due to matrix.
Terri describes a game-changing approach to management that is based on the concept of being plugged into each one of the organizational dimensions — people, technology and organizational processes — simultaneously. Oftentimes, managers underemphasize one of the components; say, they address the people and organizational processes, but overlook the technological dimension.
Before we get started, I recommend you watching episode E01.31 “The Project Management Plan” of the Project Management Prepcast. The Project Management Prepcast is an amazingly affordable way to learn the basics of Project Management. It provides you with over 40 hours of video training, gives you tips on how to pass the PMP exam, […].
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If you are a project manager, you are in the risk business. Your job is to manage uncertainty. What can we learn from recent disasters that can help our own projects. The post A Perfect Storm appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
A conversation with Rich Sheridan, CEO of Menlo Innovations, on how agile methods enable his team to build a sustainable and humane work pace while still meeting the needs of his business. Brought to you by: Project Management Telesummit: March 8-10, 2011 – Don’t miss hearing Rich speak at the Telesummit. Software development projects are. A conversation with Rich Sheridan, CEO of Menlo Innovations, on how agile methods enable his team to build a sustainable and humane work pace while still meet
A conversation with Rich Sheridan, CEO of Menlo Innovations, on how agile methods enable his team to build a sustainable and humane work pace while still meeting the needs of his business. Brought to you by: Project Management Telesummit: March 8-10, 2011 – Don’t miss hearing Rich speak at the Telesummit. Software development projects are. A conversation with Rich Sheridan, CEO of Menlo Innovations, on how agile methods enable his team to build a sustainable and humane work pace while still meet
Many of us had heard the rumor that PMI was going to delay the PMI-ACP pilot results until early next year, and today this was confirmed. The truth is, delays happen. Everyone who has managed a project (waterfall or Agile) has encountered unforeseen issues, so I’m actually pretty forgiving about this, but the communication has been […] The post Delay of PMI-ACP Pilot Results appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
Being offered for the first time, Velociteach announced today that it will now offer two-day PMI-ACP exam prep classes. The first live class will be held March 8-9 in Atlanta, GA, with other classes scheduled in 13 major cities across the U.S. Velociteach is also offering students a 100% pass guarantee, as described within the […] The post Velociteach Announces Premier of Live PMI-ACP Certification Prep Classes in 14 Cities Across the U.S. appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep &
Fresh update regarding the PMI-ACPSM Exam – The blackout period begins today. November 30 marked the last day of the pilot program for the new exam. If you are pursuing the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner certification, you will not be able to take the exam for about two months. According to Rory McCorkle, the exam […] The post PMI-ACP Exam – release date is 31 January 2012 appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
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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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Last week I had the privilege of visiting with the United States Coast Guard in Charleston, SC. One of the highlights was the time spent in the Seahawk Interagency Operations Center with Commander Priebe. This center has the daunting mission of coordinating the efforts of over a dozen different law enforcement agencies, national, state, […] The post Agile and The US Coast Guard appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
Are you risk averse, or risk tolerant? I am thinking that this is a difficult question to answer. Just like so many questions that could appear on the PMP® Exam, we wish there was more data provided to better respond to such a question. My first answer to many questions like this is, “It depends.” OK, without […] The post Where Do YOU Draw the Line?
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.
As you prepare for the PMI-ACP exam, you are likely to encounter quite a few Japanese Management concepts. In reality, Agile borrows liberally from Japanese Management philosophies, where the process can matter as much as the end result. This can clash with traditional Western approaches. One of the areas where Agile has borrowed from the […] The post The Wisdom of WIP Limits appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
As the PMI Agile popularity continues to grow, I thought it would be fun to address some Agile terms. I’m starting with “Osmotic Communications.” First a minor point on vocabulary: communication is difficult enough on its own, but I believe the term should probably be “Diffusive Communications” since in diffusion, particles move about randomly from […] The post Osmotic Communications appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
I’ve been “heads down” lately. Writing is solitary work for me, and these days I’m trying to take at least one full day each week to retreat to the north Georgia mountains just to write. And here is the current object of my efforts. I still have some work to go, but you can expect […] The post The PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner) Exam appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
Today, we received very significant news from the Project Management Institute. PMI released the initial list of reference materials that candidates may find helpful when preparing for the Agile exam. Currently, 10 publications are cited; this list will likely grow. We’ll have more to say about that soon! For now, here are the resources: Agile […] The post PMI Announces Reference Materials for Agile Exam appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
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?
To earn a PMI Certification, you must pass a standardized, multiple-choice exam. That rule applies to the PMP®®, CAPM®®, PgMP®, PMI-SP®, PMI-RMP®, and Agile certification. The more familiar you are with how multiple-choice exams work, the more likely you are to be successful on the exam. So, let’s talk about another aspect of this type […] The post Exam Strategy – Opposites Attract appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
Urgency versus importance? Well, what does Caller ID say? The post Caller ID. It’s a beautiful thing! appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
Knowing what you know puts points in the bank on the PMP Exam. "And that's the name of THAT tune!" The post Name That Tune on the PMP® Exam appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
Spring break means “no school” and a great time to visit the in-laws in sunny Florida! As I was inspecting the lush, green landscape in my father-n-law’s backyard, I asked him about one particularly eye-catching bush. It’s covered in blooms with various shades of purple popping out for the world to admire. My father-n-law explained […] The post Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow – a perfect plant for Agile PM appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach
Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, Terrence Sheflin, and Mahyar Ghasemali
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When narrowing down the possibly correct PMP Exam® answers, leverage your overall knowledge of Expert Judgment to improve your educated guessing on vague questions. The post PMP® Exam Tip: Expert Judgment is a highly-favored, common tool appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
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Keep your project team updated with automatic notification tools. The post Are You Kidding Me? appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
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Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions
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Dr. Harold Kerzner shares his insights from his four presentations at Pink Elephant’s 15th Annual International IT Management Conference & Exhibition. Brought to you by: Project Management Telesummit: March 8-10, 2011 – Don’t miss this opportunity to join fifteen of today’s dynamic and engaging thought leaders in Project Management. Today, I have the pleasure to.
Russ Martinelli, Senior Program Manager at Intel, on what it takes to manage a high-velocity program at Intel Corporation and what it takes to survive when one crashes. Brought to you by: PMTeleseminars.com Russ Martinelli, a senior program manager at Intel, shares with us what it takes to manage a high-velocity program at Intel Corporation. Russ Martinelli, Senior Program Manager at Intel, on what it takes to manage a high-velocity program at Intel Corporation and what it takes to survive when
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