Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:12:39 GMT https://www.ProjectManagement.com/blogs/524809/the-healthy-project-manager Matching up wellness coaching and motivational interviewing techniques with project management-along with inclusion and inspiration-is my goal. https://www.ProjectManagement.com/blog-post/61564/fun-and-proven-team-building- Tue, 11 Feb 2020 23:37:44 GMT Today I’m sharing two simple team building activities that have been special to me over the years – sharing in the hope these might be helpful for someone else! I had 12 people who reported to me.  We all sat together at a long table and each person was given a small bowl or p... https://www.ProjectManagement.com/blog-post/59676/is-there-benefit-in-asking-better-questions- Mon, 20 Jan 2020 19:06:35 GMT In an earlier career as a wellness coach, I was introduced to motivational interviewing (MI) and it has helped me become a better project manager by teaching me how to ask better questions.  MI is a counseling approach born out of the behavioral health field.  It was created as a way to ta... https://www.ProjectManagement.com/blog-post/58974/ugh---change-is-so-hard- Thu, 02 Jan 2020 19:07:23 GMT Change is hard but so important for success.  As project managers we are constant leaders for change for teams and companies around the globe.  Project management in just the very name describes we are making change happen for others - and these days rapid change is expected.  With ra... https://www.ProjectManagement.com/blog-post/58293/does-joy-at-work-even-matter- Wed, 04 Dec 2019 23:13:18 GMT For some, talking about joy in your work might sound corny or might not seem important, but I believe it is something we should all consider.  Here’s why: Think about a highly functioning sports team – when they reach a goal or win, they express joy, right?  They display cam... https://www.ProjectManagement.com/blog-post/57332/can-gratitude-make-us-better-project-managers- Wed, 30 Oct 2019 19:54:23 GMT To me gratitude is a feeling of appreciation and being thankful for something beyond myself. IDEA#1 - POSITIVITY AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT:  When we are grateful and show gratitude to others, we approach our work through a more positive lens.  This lens helps us see and appreciate the good... https://www.ProjectManagement.com/blog-post/56768/all-about-pmi-global-conference-2019 Mon, 07 Oct 2019 02:23:46 GMT I've never had the privilege of attending a PMI Global Conference before - I'm not sure I knew what to expect.....but, it has been such a valuable experience for me.  And......it's not over yet!  Today was just Day 2 of 3, but let me share what I've experienced so far:... https://www.ProjectManagement.com/blog-post/56521/october-s-pmi-global-conference---who-can-you-meet-with- Thu, 26 Sep 2019 16:04:25 GMT During October's PMI Global Conference in Philadelphia, there is an opportunity to meet with several PM's designated as Ask the Experts.  This means you can schedule a 20-30 minute session to discuss anything Project Management!  There are 6 experts this year who you can sign ... https://www.ProjectManagement.com/blog-post/56519/my-short-poem-for-you- Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:29:50 GMT I am so honored to be an ASK THE EXPERT at the PMI Global Conference in Philadelphia October 5-7 that it inspired me to write this little poem for you: Roses are red, violets are blue While you attend the PMI Global Conference Please sign up for a 20-minute “Ask the Expert” chat... https://www.ProjectManagement.com/blog-post/56019/autumn-reboot Wed, 04 Sep 2019 19:05:23 GMT It's September in North America, and I can feel a change coming as I step into autumn.  Families are stepping back into a routine.  Kids are returning to school, the daylight hours are shorter with a crisp feel to the air in the morning and evening.  Summer vacations are only a re... https://www.ProjectManagement.com/blog-post/55352/cheap-and-easy-ways-to-reduce-your-stress Mon, 05 Aug 2019 22:03:42 GMT I know someone will say they don’t feel or accept stress, but for some of us (even if we love our jobs) being a project manager can be stressful.  As PM’s we are responsible for project success and team spirit, we are constantly checking the horizon for risks, are juggling stakehold...