Are We Crazy?
Why would anyone want to be a project manager (PM)? It’s a lot of work. It’s been said, only partly […]
Some thoughts on On the Job Training and formal learning
An increasing number of organizations are listing project management (PM) skills as a requirement for their managers. It’s no surprise
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General versus Project Management
I’ve been asked by many beginning project management students about the difference between general and project management. My simple answer
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Winter is the Season for Preparation
Mother Nature can teach us much about managing projects if we apply her fundamental principles to the work. In this
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The Nature of Project Leadership
Welcome on a metaphorical exploration of project leadership philosophy and practices. I am fortunate to live on 20 acres in
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The Effect of it All
ccording to the Britannica Concise Encyclopedia, “effect” can be used both as a noun and a verb, meaning “a result”
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Systemize, 1, 2, 3
The project management profession has experienced dramatic growth over recent years. Yet, formal recognition and practice of project management in
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Understand it
The simplest way to gain cultural acceptance of project management in any organization is by promoting thorough understanding. Business leaders
Advocate Till They Get it
Advocate Advocating project management in any organization requires engagement and commitment from the key stakeholders with the most clout and
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The PM Who Cries Wolf
The real power of a corporate vision is realized only when everyone in the organization clearly understands the vision and
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Fight for the CA– USE
Fight for the CA– USE! Profitability. Success. Customer Loyalty. These are words often used to describe bottom-line goals for
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