How To Be a Lazy Project Manager Maybe it’s because the dog days of August fast approach and most people are either on vacation or wishing they were. But the Lazy Project Manager struck a vibe because who wants to work hard when it’s so hot outside?Peter B. Taylor is the brains behind TheLazyProjectManager.com (http://www.thelazyprojectmanager.com/). He’s […]
Tips for Project Management Team Collaboration
Tips for Project Management Team Collaboration Project management requires a specific combination of skills and experience. However, it also requires that you have a team that can communicate and collaborate together in order to be effective. Collaboration can be difficult, particularly if your team is widespread, or made up of individuals who have never worked […]
Making the Most Out of Your PMP Certification
Making the Most Out of Your PMP Certification You’ve been managing projects for a long time. You clocked up all of the required education hours. You’ve taken the preparation course.Are you successfully studying for the PMP exam? Consider these suggestions at this early stage of making the most out of your PMP certification work:While it […]
Avoiding Disasters – Signs of Problem Projects to Watch For
Avoiding Disasters – Signs of Problem Projects to Watch For Most PMs have been there before. They’re moving right along when suddenly they hit the wall, and then watch helplessly as the project spirals out of control, careening into failure. Failed projects are actually all too common. For project managers, knowing the signs of imminent […]
Outside Team Members – Tips to Remember
Outside Team Members – Tips to Remember When you think of a project team, chances are good that you imagine one comprised of members who all work for the same company – an internal team. However, while that is the most common scenario, working with outside team members is becoming increasingly common, particularly where remote […]
The Business Analyst on your Project
The Business Analyst on your Project Project requirements? Business analyst. If you are lucky enough to have a BA on your project, then you’ll find that they will do a much better job of the requirements than you probably have the time or inclination to do. The role of the BA changes from company to […]
Got a problem? I’ll tell you the answer.
Got a problem? I’ll tell you the answer.I’m sure you’ve worked with people like that – people who jump straight in with a suggestion for fixing something when they haven’t had a chance to fully review the issue. They know the answer instinctively, and they can’t possibly be wrong. There’s no need to go and […]
Tips to Help Improve Teamwork in Project Management While your skills as
4 Tips to Help Improve Teamwork in Project Management While your skills as a project manager are vital to enjoying a successful outcome for projects, you can’t go it alone. You need a team. What’s more, you need a team that knows it’s a team and with members who are not only willing but able […]
How to Deal with Managers during Project Management Managers play a significant role within every organization,
How to Deal with Managers during Project Management Managers play a significant role within every organization, and you will find that upper management has a huge impact on your project. While you’ll be responsible for the success or failure of the project you’re managing, you can expect a wide range of higher ups to be […]