Regardless of how small or large a project is, there will be a need for quick and strong decisions. Following the critical steps in an effective decision-making process, properly defining the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders and applying group decision facilitation techniques can help project managers nail the act of decision making.
Working in North America, it’s easy to dismiss PRINCE2 as some obscure, also-ran oddity from across the pond that has limited popularity. A little like afternoon tea or cricket, you hear about it occasionally, but don’t come across it in regular work very often. However, that is a stereotyped view that no longer applies.
Skip Angel and Richard Watt discuss their "Naked History" presentation at this month’s Scrum Gathering — a workshop that looks at why there aren’t more agile transformation success stories, and what we may need to do differently in framing large organizational change initiatives. [13:30]
What is it about Napoleon Bonaparte that has led recognized modern-day leaders to study his principles—and countless books on management and leadership to quote his maxims?
As a result of economic growth and increasing projectization, the demand for project managers is expected to soar in the coming decade. At the same time, the collective impact of demographic trends, retirements, and cultural shifts in the workplace will create a shrinking talent pool that is insufficient to meet demand. This paper highlights what organizations can do to minimize the impact of the crisis.
One of the biggest mistakes that project managers often make is assuming--instead of determining--project goals and objectives at the very beginning. Lack of clear communication and understanding can be disastrous. Here's how to make sure the intent of your global project doesn't get lost in translation.
Whether it is a stand-up presentation, a video- or an audio-conference, you will have ample opportunity to cripple your ability to lead. Avoid these common mistakes and maintain control.
The new report is the culmination of findings from a research effort by the PMI Sweden Chapter and its partners. The final piece of the three-part exploration of AI and its impact on project professionals shares hands-on stories gathered from global practitioners to inspire and provoke thought.
For many of us, the norm-breaking chaos of 2020 has changed our perception of the time-honored opportunity for self-improvement through resolutions. In this season of change and adversity, where do you fall in this spectrum of thought and review?
"Far out in the uncharted backwaters of the unfashionable end of the Western Spiral arm of the galaxy lies a small unregarded yellow sun. Orbiting this at a distance of roughly 98 million miles is an utterly insignificant little blue-green planet whose ape-descended life forms are so amazingly primitive that they still think digital watches are a pretty neat idea..."