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Impostor syndrome in project managers: how to overcome it
Impostor syndrome is a psychological phenomenon that affects many professionals, and project managers are no strangers to it. It is common to think, “I don’t deserve what I’ve achieved,” even when you have accomplished great things. The fear of not being good enough can develop into a fear of being exposed, affecting your career and…
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Eliminating waste in projects
Eliminating waste in projects can help you achieve success more easily and increase productivity. CONTENT Types of waste in projects Introduction to lean management Lean project management benefits Eliminating waste in projects: Lean management key principles In project management, when projects become complex, cycle times become longer, resulting in several possible wastes. If left uncontrolled,…
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Successfully completing a project
Successfully completing a project is no piece of cake, even for the most experienced project managers. CONTENT Successfully complete a project: Clearly define the project scope Successfully complete a project: Choose team members wisely Successfully complete a project: Outline goals and keep them SMART Successfully complete a project: Manage data Successfully complete a project: Track…
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Working on several different projects at once: 7 strategies to keep everything under control
Working on several different projects at once is what most project managers do. CONTENT Working on several different projects at once: Have a place in which to “host” all projects Working on several different projects at once: Establish goals, plans, responsibilities, and expectations at the very beginning Working on several different projects at once: Prioritize…
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Boosting team productivity: 7 tips to consider
Managing and boosting team productivity isn’t an easy task. On one side, you want to maintain healthy motivational levels within the team, but on the other side, you still need to work hard towards organizational goals. CONTENT Boosting team productivity: Be realistic about your timeline Boosting team productivity: Evaluate processes Boosting team productivity: Refrain from…
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Implementing lean processes in projects: The lean methodology
Implementing lean processes in projects is becoming progressively more popular in multiple industries. The goal of such implementation is to fix issues and lessen inefficiencies. CONTENT What is lean project management? Lean project management principles. The Lean Method Lean Project Management Lean project management implementation 1. Creating a corporate culture 2. Having a well-trained team…
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Procrastinating issues in projects
Procrastinating issues in projects is by far the deadliest of sins a project manager can commit. CONTENT What does procrastinate mean? Impact of procrastination on issues in projects Low morale Stress Increased procrastination Solving procrastination issues in projects Determine why you procrastinate Devise a plan Set up a reward system Peer pressure Keep distractions to…
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The experience of the project team
The experience of a project team working at high performance is very hard to forget. If you’ve ever been part of such a team, you’re sure to have fond memories of the experience. CONTENT But how to create an effective team? The perfect team member What makes the team successful? In this type of team,…
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Evaluating projects to prevent disaster. 7 key tips
Evaluating projects to prevent disasters is extremely important. That’s why Project Manager is critical, and we often find serious challenges that if addressed poorly can derail programs. CONTENT Evaluating a project: Knowing the project inside out Evaluating a project: Determine the right project team Evaluating a project: Finding a skilled project manager Evaluating a project:…
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Precedence diagram method for establishing dependency relationships between activities
The Precedence diagram, especially when created through a project management software, can be the greatest asset for a Project Manager. CONTENT What is the precedence diagram method? How to create the precedence diagram What are the four dependencies in precedence diagrams? Pros and cons of the precedence diagram method Having many challenging responsibilities involved in…
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Meeting project deadlines: 5 life-saving tips
Meeting project deadlines can be a source of heavy pressure and concern for many people. CONTENT Why is meeting project deadlines so difficult? Why are deadlines in projects important? Managing a deadline 1. Meeting project deadlines: Assessing what is needed 2. Meeting project deadlines: Getting the right resources 3. Meeting project deadlines: Considering possible problems…
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Development team in projects
The development team in projects plays a major role in driving success. As you can guess, it is a key element in project management. CONTENT However, what is the development team in projects? Development team roles Project development team members Project sponsor The 5 stages of the Tuckman model for transforming the project team 1.…
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Resource planning in projects
Resource planning is key for project management success. In other words: managing projects means managing resources. CONTENT What is a resource plan? What are the elements of a resource plan? Resource planning steps 1. Resource planning prerequisites 2. Resource procurement 3. Resource management 4. Resource tracking Resource planning tools and techniques No matter what type…