Project management may be guided by universal principles, but the reality on the ground looks very different depending on where you work. Here we explore what happens when PMs move between startups and larger organizations, sharing real-life lessons, challenges, and success stories from both environments.
This practitioner takes a step back in time to share how her experiences in project management began—and why we still need to champion women in the profession.
Recent discussions and community resources offer practical insights into how project professionals can foster inclusive environments, strengthen collaboration, and learn from peers working across industries and regions.
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We start the new decade with a bang as we present the 13th edition of our annual virtual conference and exhibition! Whether you’re a seasoned PM or new to the field, PMXPO provides an excellent opportunity to learn, network, earn PDUs and broaden your perspective on project management. This year’s show is headlined by keynote speaker Cara Brookins, a bestselling author who rebuilt her broken family by building her own house watching “how-to” videos on YouTube.
Romona Brown frames enterprise agility as the organizational capacity to not just respond to change, but to genuinely thrive in it. She defines a change-ready organization as one that has built the muscle within its people, processes, and structure to navigate high periods of change, arguing this capability is increasingly non-optional.
This is part 4 of the Navigating the Labyrinth previous sessions providing insight into project cultures, the challenges faced within project cultures, and tools to navigate these experiences from the lens of six powerful women in project management.
This year’s International Women’s Day theme is “Give to Get.” But are women giving too much of the wrong thing? Here’s how to make your generosity work for your career and limit invisible labor.
High turnover, burnout, and quiet quitting drain the vitality of organizations. Reversing withdrawal does not happen overnight. Think of these strategies as a targeted treatment plan.
Agile transformations often start with the best intentions. But somewhere along the way, things slow down. Leadership begins to ask, “Why isn’t agile working?” The answer is often cultural—and it starts with how the organization feels about blame.
At an enterprise level, company success is almost always measured solely in terms of profitability, supported by closely related metrics like revenue. That has to change.
Are companies encouraging the right behaviors? Ethical ways of working should be the norm, but that isn’t always the case. And sometimes, organizations don’t want to know that.
Whilst different interventions are in place for addressing gender inequality in project-based organizations, there is no systematic analysis on which interventions exist, which work, and the reasons behind them. New PMI-sponsored research aims to address the gap.
The larger the project, the larger the impact on the local environment and society. How can we embed ESG early and meaningfully into the delivery of giga projects? And how the PMO can serve as a central enabler of this transformation?
Sometimes we need to look at things with a different perspective to recognize that we are doing something truly important. A small yet vital initiative for young children shows us how.
Leaders can unknowingly reinforce the comfort trap by favoring past practices, dismissing new technologies, or resisting change. Learn how to detect and overcome this insidious form of organizational stagnation.
Question: With an increase in business, we are short on people with project management skills. How can I learn how to bring good PM ideas into the company, train others on them, and also look ahead so that we don’t face this hiring shortage again in the future? Not everyone can start out with a certification, and real skill only comes after one embraces the concepts and has a chance to practice them.
The maritime world shows us that preparation, adaptability, and respect for people are the foundation for delivering value—no matter what industry you're in. Read how six lessons from the sea can apply to your projects.
It's not just people who can suffer from bad health—businesses can experience similar problems, leading to an inability to react swiftly or efficiently. This article analyses some common symptoms to look out for in your team.
Earth Day reminds us of the urgent need to care for our planet—but true sustainability goes beyond a single day. Change starts with your project leadership—and these PMI resources can help.
Here’s to the women who get things done. Celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 with project managers who create project success around the world. Explore insights from top project leaders, research on gender equality’s impact on project teams, and exclusive webinars featuring women in project management!
Can we afford to wait 134 years for women to be on equal footing? This year’s International Women’s Day theme is “Accelerate Action.” We can all take steps to speed up the rate of change.
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