Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Whenever there is a difficult change to implement, a challenging initiative to lead, a troublesome task to overcome, something to be done, or something that exceeds the capacity of operating teams, we call in a project manager. I have spoken about this with many PMI members, my project team members, business owners and other project managers.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 22, 2021

Did you know that 56% of your project budget might be at risk due to poor communications? Perhaps that number (from research by PMI ) surprises you, but I’m sure you aren’t surprised by the fact that good communication management on projects leads to higher success rates. What is project communication management? who support it.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 5, 2022

This often happens when teams cannot influence impediments or don't know how to do so, and their well-intentioned improvements remain superficial. Happy-Clappy-Scrum often happens when teams cannot influence impediments or don’t know how to do so, and their well-intentioned improvements remain superficial. 10 Examples of quick tips.

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MPUG

JUNE 22, 2021

A recent survey of Microsoft Project User Group (MPUG) members found that one top concern for project managers using MS Project was how to manage issues and risks within the Project ecosystem. This is valid because topics like risk management can be contentious, and having multiple sources of the ‘truth’ does not help.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 30, 2021

The construction project manager role is a unique position, though it shares many of the attributes associated with any kind of project manager. If you’re looking for an experienced construction project manager, you need to understand their job. What Does a Construction Project Manager Do? Managing supplies.

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Scrum.org

JULY 9, 2023

Goal-setting theory (Locke, 1981) shows that people are more motivated by short-term, tangible goals than by long-term goals, especially when they can influence the goals being set. Chow & Cao (2008) surveyed 109 Agile projects. Why don't you give the Agile/Scrum Team Survey a try? Check: [link]

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Being able to manage non-functional requirements is something you’re probably going to have to help users with, as in my experience, they tend to default to thinking only about features. Stick with what you can influence: you know broadly what the objectives and goals are. They are the product specifications. Documenting requirements.

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Project Risk Coach

AUGUST 7, 2017

Practical Tips for Identifying, Analyzing, and Influencing Your Stakeholders Projects can be engaging and even enjoyable, or it can be a source of aggravation and stress. One of the most critical elements of project management is developing relationships with key stakeholders—individuals, groups, and organizations.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 6, 2022

They let you know whether you can go overspent or what risk mitigation actions are the right ones for this point in the project. Often an internal senior department manager, client account manager or supplier project manager/representative. Project manager: the person leading the project (you).

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 7, 2023

I’ve been managing projects for over 20 years and I found the Google Project Management Certificate capstone course quite tricky. For more general tips on how to earn the Google project management certificate quickly, read the story of how I passed the certificate in a week. Recommended Google Project Management Certificate 5.0

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Ron Rosenhead

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

Additionally, project managers also suggest that sponsor styles range from micro managing the project to the other end of the spectrum; taking no interest at all in the project and everything between. The survey gave poor results. Of just over 1500 surveyed). Project managers – you can help to educate your sponsor!

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Scrum.org

MAY 10, 2022

Professional Scrum revolves around the accountabilities, events, and artifacts of Scrum, and recognizes that its foundation is built on values and principles of people who work together to optimize value, build discipline, and influence culture. For many of us, it may be natural to be managing things - backlogs, events, and burndowns.

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Scrum.org

JULY 11, 2021

Nils Dimmers suggests to rate yourself against the feedback you get from your surroundings: “If the team and management are very happy with the development of the team and how the Scrum Master supports that, you’re probably doing a good job”. They do not manage or lead the team by telling them what to do or how to do it.

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Scrum.org

MAY 2, 2022

Psychological safety is defined by Amy Edmonson as the degree to which people are willing to take interpersonal risks. Examples of interpersonal risks are: admitting mistakes, disagreeing with others, and learning something new. Scrum Team Survey. So if you haven’t already done so, take the Scrum Team Survey with your team.

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Scrum.org

MAY 20, 2022

Not only do you understand the business perspective your stakeholders have, but also share the technical side that might influence the development process. In turn, that allows your team to reduce the risk of wasting time and money on unnecessary features while also creating opportunities to capitalize on emerging insights.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 2, 2023

Are you wondering whether it’s worth getting a degree in project management? Or what you can do with a project management degree for a job once you finish your bachelor’s or master’s studies? Recently someone got in contact with me to ask about how to become a project manager. “Do I need a degree in project management?”

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 20, 2018

The influence of having a digital transformation will define and shape your strategic direction, risk appetite and budget, technology enablement, pace of change and business agility. Almost every sector has experienced digital transformation, from hospitality management, ecommerce and banking to training, healthcare and others.

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Kiron Bondale

JANUARY 6, 2019

But after finishing the book, I realized that there is a much more compelling example of the challenges experienced with risk asymmetry in many large organizations, namely with those staff who are responsible for developing the policies, standards and methods used by teams for delivering projects or products.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Abstract The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into project management is revolutionizing traditional practices, bringing about profound changes in how projects are planned, executed, and monitored. His doctoral research explored factors that contribute to project complexity and proposed a model to manage complexity.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 29, 2019

Influence and persuasion start with confidence. This means conveying confidence is an essential trait for a project manager because a large part of our work is in winning over team members, stakeholders, and clients to our point of view. Often, the stereotype of a project manager can be one of a brash, arrogant professional.

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Inloox

AUGUST 13, 2018

In order to not only react to those but use them to make projects more effective and profitable, project managers need to adapt and keep on learning. A great project manager will have to ensure that these requirements are met to be able to conduct projects effectively.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 17, 2023

Your suggestions include surveys, talks, interviews, team meetings, games, exercises, or including other parties like stakeholders or line managers, and other useful practices. Not providing enough guidance or support for the team to effectively manage conflicts. Comment : Spot on, again.

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LiquidPlanner

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Are you thinking about introducing agile processes to your project management methodology? If you are trying to make the move to agile project management in your development group, telling people that work will be organized differently might not go down so well. But now it’s time to dive into the details and decide.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 29, 2019

The conversations strongly influenced what the reader will see in the coming posts in this blog series. Remove some responsibilities from managers to allow them to become leaders as coaches. See this survey for exit criteria from step 1. See this survey for exit criteria from step 2. Embrace uncertainty .

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Managing resources in professional services firms is crucial for maintaining sustainability and achieving anticipated employee performance goals. But unfortunately, many resource managers have to rely on approximation and guesswork because they don’t have the right tools and techniques. Let us begin with the basics.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Join us as we dissect this pivotal triad and its influence on project success. In Agile Product Management, the triad (often compared to a 3-legged stool)refers to the integral relationship between the Product Goal, stakeholders, and the Product Backlog. Each one influences and is influenced by the others.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 7, 2023

According to the latest State of Agile survey from Digital.ai, 90% of teams who are using an Agile framework are using Scrum. Their influence extends far beyond mere event facilitation, as they work towards elevating the overall proficiency and effectiveness of the Scrum team and the organization as a whole.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 26, 2023

Project Success by Planned vs. Actual Metrics: Traditional project management focuses on executing according to plan, but Agile values responding to change over following a plan. Perceived Control: Metrics such as “utilization” or “work hours” can give managers a false sense of control and predictability.

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The Lazy Project Manager

JANUARY 27, 2016

As has been already discussed the reality out there in ‘PMO land’ is that there is not a plethora of wise and experienced PMO managers, directors, leaders, heads, etc., The risk to not doing so is to, at the very least, slow the return on investment of the new PMO down. P = Project Management Information System.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 7, 2019

I asked people two questions: What should people managing projects be aware of as we go into 2019 to make 2019 their most successful year ever? I’m sure you take away tips and ideas for making this your best year yet managing projects at work. Would you like to make 2019 a successful year for your projects? I’m sure you do.

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Inloox

AUGUST 26, 2020

The Project Management Institute (PMI) has been conducting surveys, questioning international organizations and project managers on a regular basis since 2006. For this year's edition of the report, PMI interviewed around 4000 project management specialists, executives and employees from a wide range of industries and countries.

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LiquidPlanner

MAY 31, 2022

Project management has been a job since the Egyptians mapped out plans for pyramids – and probably before that too. I’ve been around project management most of my professional career, which has given me over 20 years on the job. As project managers, we need tools that empower us to lead our projects. Thank goodness. .

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LiquidPlanner

JUNE 14, 2023

If there’s one thing that my career as a project manager has taught me, it’s that while the fundamentals of delivering a good project don’t change much, the environment in which we have to do the delivery is constantly changing. Here are five project management trends that have been top of mind for me.

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Proofhub

JULY 19, 2022

Project management best practices that actually work Project management Have you ever wondered why so many project leaders constantly look for the best practices to achieve triumphant project management results? perfection” doesn’t exist in project management. Don’t fool yourself?—?“perfection” Or does it?

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Proofhub

JULY 12, 2022

HR Challenges Introduction Human society is complex and managing people has always been a challenging task. Now, the digital age has added even more complexity to human resource management. or risk losing them to an extremely competitive talent market. Run an employee survey that asks questions on fairness and equality.

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Proofhub

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

That comes with a learning curve and the risk of potentially making the wrong choice for their unique goals and objectives. Manage and organize teams more effectively with ProofHub. Collaborate with Influencers These days, influencers seem to be everywhere. After all, you’re not selling physical goods. because they are.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

We’re about biz intelligence and risk mitigation. Better risk identification. It replicates the portfolio level management hierarchy established by PMI, by defining roles and responsibilities at the portfolio, program and team level and by also introducing the solution level. Generally, these roles impede the autonomy of teams.

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