The IIL Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

By Lori Milhaven, Ashley Jorgensen, and Rena Akroush February 28, 2024 Brace yourself for an exhilarating experience packed with vibrant speakers and innovative ideas. This isn’t just another online conference; it’s an energizing expedition into the forefront of leadership and innovation across all levels.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 19, 2024

Here are some of the main tech innovations that have led to an evolution in the way we manage projects. A shift to leadership Finally, there’s also more emphasis on leadership. This is a massive move towards project leadership skills instead of simply implementing processes.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 24, 2022

We see technology evolving, new tools, consolidation, innovation and more. Brush up on your virtual leadership skills. Virtual Leadership: Practical Strategies for Getting the Best Out of Virtual Work and Virtual Teams. There’s no denying that project management today looks different to how it did even 5 years ago.

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Proofhub

DECEMBER 22, 2020

So, what impacts does the digital transformation have on leadership strategies? Before delving deeper in understanding how digital transformation can affect leadership strategies , it would be a good idea to first understand what this entire concept entails. We find the answer to this and more in this post.

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The IIL Blog

JULY 24, 2024

These new projects are strategic in nature, such as innovation, research & development, new product development and strategic planning initiatives. Many of the traditional project management processes, tools, and techniques used in operational projects do not apply to strategic or innovation projects. Project Management (PM) 4.0

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Scrum.org

MAY 10, 2022

This is where the Scrum Master’s leadership can help. . Instead, it is intended to enable people to work in focused, collaborative, autonomous teams that use empiricism, creativity, and innovation to pursue opportunities to deliver value to customers by solving complex problems. The Scrum Master’s Leadership Opportunity.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 28, 2019

The race to acquire top talent across industries further intensifies as the business world becomes more complex and intricate, and unique companies continue to create innovative and ground-breaking products. Related: Top 10 Leadership Traits: Do You Have What It Takes to Lead? Acquiring top talent is just half the battle, however.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 21, 2022

Other reasons that prompt organization design include a change in leadership, strategy or the marketplace in which the organization operates. The leadership team is responsible for successful organization design. It can also create duplicate resources, wasting time and energy. Functional Structure. Matrix Structure.

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Inloox

AUGUST 13, 2018

Sustainable development, climate change and renewable energy. Innovator: acts as product owner and developer. Innovations in learning will continue to make it possible for the new worker to learn anything, anytime, and anywhere. These are the disruptive trends affecting businesses the most: Autonomous and self-driving vehicles.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

. & Judith W Umlas October 23, 2024 THE NEED FOR PROJECT KINDNESS PRACTICES When was the last time you opened a project management textbook that included a section on demonstrating kindness during project management leadership? Have you heard speakers lecturing on project management discussing leadership kindness? Like Judith W.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 24, 2022

We don’t hear the ideas from the team, explore and build upon those ideas, and come to a consensus, which ultimately shuts down creativity and innovation. Our energy is contagious. But, without mistakes and missteps, we can’t learn, grow, and innovate. Keeping this in mind allows us to cultivate creativity and innovation.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

In my book ‘Agile Leadership Toolkit’ I dedicate a whole part to this important topic. These teams are proactive and have the passion and energy to really make an impact for the users of their product. This gives teams pride, creativity, energy, passion, and satisfaction in their work. Below you can read a snapshot.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

This is where innovation or evolution stops. ❌ Scarcity Trap: because non-Agile activities are stuck in the Rigidity Trap (which consumes time, energy, and focus), organizations also don't have time for activities that would make them truly Agile. Servant leadership, anyone? It is based on the cycle of life. ?

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

It allowed leadership and the teams to take unexpected and unanticipated decisions during development. Looking back, this was absolutely crucial to successfully develop a new and innovative battery product. Familiarity: Needless to say, but Agile and Scrum are very well known in the software industry.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 9, 2020

Ownership ensures that they think outside the box to come up with innovative solutions that really help customers. These teams are proactive and have the passion and energy to really make an impact for the users of their product. This gives teams pride, creativity, energy, passion, and satisfaction in their work.

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International Institute for Learning

MARCH 22, 2023

By Mike Griffiths Welcome to part two of this four-part series introducing basic leadership ideas that any project manager or Scrum master can employ. Be sure to see article one that explains leadership for project managers and outlines the five leadership components covered in the series.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 7, 2019

low in energy and participation. The energy and participation is often low and with only 60 minutes to spare hardly ever enough time to explore any epics that are sitting lower in the backlog. We will explore topics like value, innovation, risks, metrics and agile portfolio management.

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Leading Answers

DECEMBER 4, 2019

We need to shift all those minds - and likely much of the org structure and processes, this is a bigger ask requiring more energy. Again, free from some of the normal scrutiny and controls that aim for efficiency, these insulated groups can innovate quicker. Please Innovate While We Micromanage You!

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The IIL Blog

JULY 3, 2024

Explore insights on organizational strategy, innovation, Artificial Intelligence, and effective program management in one of the largest global multi-industry companies. A must-listen for aspiring leaders and innovators!

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Planio

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Unfortunately, 77% of organizations say that they lack great leadership. So, it only makes sense that to keep your team together and happy (and avoid project failure ), you need to level up your leadership game. That’s where servant leadership comes in. Jump to a section: What is servant leadership? How is it unique?

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Susanne Madsen

DECEMBER 27, 2018

I recently spoke at Dubai International Project Management Forum ( DIPMF ) and was struck by the innovative theme of the conference. Already when I prepared for my presentation the organisers said, “Innovation is a big thing down here”, and indeed it is. But apart from my books, how innovative have I really been?

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 31, 2018

My energy and stamina are not what it once was. I have been purposeful and deliberate about spending my time on things that would help me have a louder voice, align to a collective voice of change and leadership. Teaching companies the importance of innovation and the courage to disrupt themselves before someone else does. . .

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Project Bliss

AUGUST 5, 2020

By doing so you can put more energy during your job search toward those companies. Supportive leadership. A leadership team sets the tone for the workplace and helps drive the culture. Innovation. You might think of tech companies when thinking about innovation. The leadership team sets the tone for the company.

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Scrum.org

JULY 14, 2024

Doch irgendwann sterben die alten Pflanzen ab und werden kompostiert, um Energie für neue Pflanzen zu gewinnen. Wenn diese Bedingungen erfüllt sind, wachsen die Keimlinge zu Pflanzen heran, die Früchte tragen und neue Samen verbreiten (Reifung). Meine Einsicht daraus: Probleme in der Produktentwicklung oder in Teams durchlaufen auch Stadien.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

These situations caused me to deeply explore and try out various approaches to leadership, organization design, and teamwork. Teams need to innovate and deliver value. These things may sound simple, you might not think they will take a lot of time and energy. In short, I’ve learned leadership is really hard.

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The IIL Blog

JUNE 12, 2024

So how can you as the leader use communication to de-escalate conflicts and miscommunication while bringing in energy to help guide your team to project success? As Chief Energy Officer of Whittington Well-Being, she pioneers methodologies that include areas outside the occupational burnout category. Join me today to learn how.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 22, 2023

One of the most exciting outcomes of Scrum being adopted by a team is innovation. Broadly that is described as innovation. Innovation around the team's working practices. Innovation in the product and in the case of the following interview, innovation in the broader context of climate change.

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nTask

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

it creates a responsive and innovative culture – Tom Kelley. The challenge of leadership is to be strong, but not rude; be kind, but not weak; be bold, but not a bully; be thoughtful, but not lazy; be humble, but not timid; be proud, but not arrogant; have humor, but without folly.” – Jim Rohn. Having Unified Leadership.

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LiquidPlanner

AUGUST 14, 2018

If having the letters PMP after your name is going to open doors and get you a great new IT leadership job, then certification makes perfect sense. There are ways to continue your professional development at low or zero cost but you have to spend time and energy seeking them out. However, careers typically aren’t that straightforward.

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The IIL Blog

JULY 31, 2024

However, project management is dynamic and continues to evolve and innovate. Despite experiential knowledge and research data, the profession still focuses on practices and frameworks over leadership and management. Our teams should be a source of creativity and innovation. I did not anticipate having so much to say.

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International Institute for Learning

MAY 10, 2019

As a keynote speaker at IIL’s Leadership & Innovation 2019 Online Conference , she gave us an understanding of what passionate leadership looks like in practice and shared indispensable tips on how we can become passionate leaders ourselves. Joanna shared an inspirational quote about passionate leadership. “I’ve

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International Institute for Learning

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Facilitating Innovation in a Post COVID-19 World . Where is your leadership strategy now? Find out how to be a catalyst for change (facilitating innovation) and NOT an antagonist (frustrating innovation). This ineffective disconnect is highlighted when innovation, change and risk are present. Presenters: Keynote.

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NimbleWork

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In this dynamic environment, the distinction between leading and managing is pivotal, as skilled project managers with strong leadership capabilities not only navigate projects toward success but also foster a collaborative atmosphere where individuals thrive. Leadership in this context becomes a driving force for success.

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International Institute for Learning

APRIL 5, 2023

By Mike Griffiths Welcome to part four, the last installment of this series introducing basic leadership ideas that any project manager or Scrum master can employ. Be sure to see articles one , two , and three , which cover topics including how leadership differs from management, servant leadership, and team motivation.

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Planview

APRIL 15, 2020

EPMOs and Finance, together, can ensure the leadership team is making the best decisions now and for the future. EPMOs should be exploring how the organization can be more competitive and innovative as we get beyond the current crisis. Dynamic Planning and Rapid Reprioritization are Key to Moving at Speed.

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The IIL Blog

JANUARY 10, 2019

[Intro by trugroup.com admin Scott ] “In this interview, Rich Sheridan — founder of Menlo Innovations and author of the new book Chief Joy Officer — shares the trials and tribulations in cultivating and leading a positive work culture in an ever-changing business world. Q: Tell us a little about the beginning.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 31, 2019

This year started out with me doing talks on innovation and resilience. This is one of my passions as innovation has been a key enabler for me in having a full life as a person with a disability, both personally and professionally. Life is too hard to not make sure that I focus my energy on things that matter. Me and Colin.

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