Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 26, 2022

Project management is a field that is becoming increasingly valued within both large and small organizations – our project management training has never been so much in demand! Companies tend to adopt a project management method such as PRINCE2® to ensure that everyone works to the same framework. So what are the differences?

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Project Risk Coach

AUGUST 24, 2020

Mike was a functional project manager in an organization where I managed a PMO. But his projects were trending in the wrong direction and his manager was not happy with Mike's performance. In a one-on-one meeting, I asked Mike how he was identifying, analyzing, and managing his risks. Frankly, he did not know how.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 16, 2020

Before I’d got far reading Gary Lloyd’s Business Leadership for IT Projects I realized he was offering a critical assessment on the Standish report on project failure – thankfully. The book is aimed at people who are in a project leadership position but who perhaps don’t have the hands on practical experience of a project manager.

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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?

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Scrum.org

APRIL 10, 2024

The digital revolution, a globalized economy, and a shifting social paradigm demand a leadership approach that is both innovative and grounded in reality. This is where Evidence-Based Leadership (EBL) comes into play. Why Do We Need Evidence-Based Leadership?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 17, 2021

One continuing problem we see with many of today’s business leaders is that they rarely adopt Agile at the leadership level. Introduce risk management events that make sense. For our executive teams, collaboration means being able to identify risks faster, aggressively manage them and mitigate them.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 28, 2022

Search for project management training on Google and you’ll find lots of courses on the topic. Many refer to APMP, MSP, PRINCE2® or even agile project management. They are the requisite skills of the competent project manager. Project leadership. Each project manager has distinctive leadership qualities.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

In the heart of Poland, where history intertwines with modernity, I've often reflected on the distinctions between traditional management and agile leadership. Traditional management, as I perceive it, was moulded for clear-cut problems. Enter agile leadership. Agile leadership is about harnessing human ingenuity.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2024

By Rick Lemieux – Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of the DVMS Institute October 2, 2024 Human risk, the potential for human error, negligence, or malicious intent to compromise an organization, is an inherent and pervasive challenge in any organization. This unpredictability makes it difficult to anticipate and prevent human errors.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 3, 2019

You identify them, record them, monitor them and plan for them: risks are an inherent part of every project. Some risks are bound to become problem areas—like executing a project over the holidays and having to plan the project timeline around them. But first, what is risk management? What is Risk Management?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 27, 2022

When I read Susanne Madsen’s book, The Power of Project Leadership. Often we think that leadership is about character and attitude (read my take on the traits of good leaders here ) and forget that you can actually practice being a better leader by coaching yourself in the right behaviors. I was struck by how practical it was.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Navigating leadership in complex work environments demands a nuanced approach, blending various tactics, practices, frameworks, and strategies. These principles, presented in no particular order, acknowledge the dynamic nature of leadership. We proactively manage risk by validating assumptions through direct engagement with customers.

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The IIL Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

By Alan Zucker We make hundreds of assumptions and take small risks daily. Recovering from these risks may be inconvenient but not horribly impactful. Project assumptions and risks are not as casual. Project assumptions and risks are not as casual. Our risks were identified, but a response strategy was never created.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Transformational leadership is a creative style of leadership that focuses on a continued push towards growth and a rejection of complacency. While most great leaders are naturally charismatic, you don’t have to have been born with transformational leadership qualities to develop them. It’s even more so with managers.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 23, 2024

In the rapidly evolving business landscape, the shift from intuition-based decision-making to innovation-driven leadership is not just beneficial—it's essential. Why the Pivot is Necessary Traditional leadership often relies on gut instincts and personal experiences.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 1, 2022

In the past I have interviewed Susanne Madsen on the topic of project leadership and her book, The Power of Project Leadership. I expected a book about leadership theory but what I got was a hugely practical guide to actually doing leadership with plenty of stories, examples and exercises.

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Inloox

JULY 11, 2022

In practice, managers use both styles and adapt them for their teams or their company. The transitions are fluid, and the optimal leadership behavior can vary greatly depending on the industry, project or corporate objective. In everyday life of a company, therefore, leadership cannot be categorized so easily.

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LiquidPlanner

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Risk and uncertainty are inherent parts of all project work, making project risk management an important topic for teams to address. When studies tell us that easily half of all IT projects run over budget and past deadline , we see how easily risk turns into real trouble for projects and their organizations.

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The IIL Blog

AUGUST 14, 2024

While the spotlight often illuminates the technical intricacies of firewalls, encryption, and threat detection, the role of project managers in safeguarding an organization’s digital assets is often overlooked. Yet, their contribution to cybersecurity risk management is indispensable.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

This article explores the art of Agile leadership, delving into the challenges of finding the right equilibrium between allowing teams to self-organize and providing enough guidance and structure for seamless Agile execution. Agile teams need the support from their manager to gain the creativity that is needed to deal with complexity.

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Velociteach

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

We make hundreds of assumptions and take small risks daily. Recovering from these risks may be inconvenient but not horribly impactful. Project assumptions and risks are not as casual. Project assumptions and risks are not as casual. Thoughtlessly making assumptions or ignoring risks can lead to critical problems.

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Alan Parker Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The Crucial Role of Leadership in Information Security Management Table of Contents Introduction to ISO 27001 Clause 5 Leadership Understanding the Information Security Management System (ISMS) The Importance of Leadership in Information Security Management Clause 5.1: Leadership and Commitment Clause 5.2:

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The IIL Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

By Jorgelina Bross-Puglisi February 28, 2024 Project Managers Have One Key Goal: Project Success By integrating risk management into project management processes, project managers can anticipate and respond to potential challenges, increasing the likelihood of project success. So why not ask AI to give us a hand?

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LiquidPlanner

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Today, we know that if someone has a low level of self-awareness, isn’t able to manage their emotions well and finds it difficult to relate to others, they won’t be as successful nor be looked upon as a great leader. . An emotionally unregulated project manager might instantly get angry and openly display that anger.

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Proofhub

JUNE 12, 2023

Exceptional project leadership is the key that empowers leaders and managers to navigate challenges, ignite creativity, and achieve remarkable project success! In the realm of project management, the ability to master the art of exceptional project leadership is like possessing a superpower.

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The IIL Blog

MAY 22, 2024

By Lucy Grimwade IT Service Management (ITSM) and leadership plays a pivotal role in steering organisations towards success. So, the significance of effective leadership within ITSM cannot be overlooked. At the core of ITSM, leadership is essential for co-creating value and working towards right practice over best practice.

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The IIL Blog

JULY 24, 2024

By Rick Lemieux – Co-Founder, DVMS Institute July 24, 2024 Cybersecurity project managers manage risk and threats in cybersecurity projects. Benefits of Effective Project Management in Cyber Security Risk Management Effective project management can benefit organizations in the cybersecurity risk management industry.

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PM Basics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

I’ve been managing software development projects for more than 11 years. Risk management is arguably the most crucial piece in my project management approach. Therefore, I spent lots of time and effort creating a practical risk management process. You’ll get the whole risk management process below.

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Proofhub

JUNE 20, 2023

Small Business Risk Management If you’re thinking of starting a new business, learning how to start a t-shirt business or a marketing business is not going to be enough. Internal risk factors are those that are under a company’s control, while external risk variables are those that are beyond its control.

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The IIL Blog

JUNE 12, 2024

By Jorgelina Bross-Puglisi June 12, 2024 Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming every facet of our lives, and leadership is no exception. As AI systems become adept at data analysis, decision-making, and even some aspects of communication, a crucial question arises: could AI one day replace human leadership altogether?

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Scrum.org

JULY 18, 2021

Agile Leadership: How to Close the Knowing-Doing Gap. Smart leaders send their management teams on Agile training courses and leadership courses only to find that the learning doesn’t translate into action and therefore improvement. We enable senior leadership teams to figure out how to operate as one team.

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Musings on Project Management

APRIL 15, 2020

Autocrates and autocratic leadership -- on the one hand -- and the classic risk management on the other hand. is the latter pointless in the context of the former?

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LiquidPlanner

MAY 24, 2022

If project management were an off-road 4×4 expedition, where teams had to plot a course through the unknown, cost and schedule contingency would be akin to the number of spare fuel cans you can carry successfully to complete the trip. Risk is not solved with a calculation. Are there unexpected risks now emerging?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 9, 2018

It’s an edited extract from his book Risk Happens ! Group Think Introduces Risk. Therefore, with dissent discouraged, groups tend to endorse higher risk decisions than individuals would. Risky shift is the difference between the average risk taken by individuals and the risk taken by the group.

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Project Risk Coach

JANUARY 20, 2020

The Project Management Institute says, "high-performing companies manage risk in conjunction with projects and programs far more often than low performers do." How can you help your company manage risks and become a high performer? Let's look at ways to become a project risk management evangelist.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 22, 2023

What qualifications do you need to land a project management job? What Are Project Management Qualifications? Being qualified for a position as a project manager means you have the skills, experience and temperament for the job. Qualified project managers need the right tools for the job. Thanks for watching!

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The IIL Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

This isn’t just another online conference; it’s an energizing expedition into the forefront of leadership and innovation across all levels. Strategic Leadership Effective leadership strategies are essential when guiding teams through times of volatility and uncertainty.

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