It can be refreshing and exciting to invest in something new, but that investment can also be an obstacle – bringing in a new tool requires an investment of time, labor and money. It can also be overwhelming to know how to approach the process. One option is to work with our team on a tool evaluation and implementation project; another is to approach the initiative internally, leveraging this brief guide covering five steps to success.
Read MoreWhen we wrote our 2020 trend predictions in late 2019, the approaching new decade looked very different for the project management industry. While some of our predictions did in fact come to pass – it seems almost humorous now that “remote work” was included – the realization of those trends and their impacts looks quite different a year later.
Read MoreThe good news is that budget reviews don’t have to be a dark cloud hanging over your project. Take a few steps now to ease the burden later.
Read MoreIn addition to the typical (and already high) level of stress project managers face during year-end reporting and planning, the combined challenges of a pandemic, election year (in the U.S.) and the need to address systematic racism in our own organizations has put many of us in the “not sure I can cope” space. It is important for project managers to take care of themselves and their teams. Mental wellness should be a priority for any workplace; supported, healthy employees mean project success and thriving businesses.
Read MoreWhether due to uncontrollable environmental factors (e.g., a natural disaster or pandemic) or executive teams with different ideas, it can be frustrating to continue with a project under less-than-ideal circumstances. If a project absolutely cannot be postponed until resources are available, project managers must push through. Though it can be challenging, there are ways to work with limited resources and still cross the finish line successfully. Here’s how.
Read MoreAn experienced project manager knows the value of taking the time to build a solid foundation for a project: a thorough statement of work, team brainstorm and strategic plan are key in a successful venture. Stepping into the leadership role on a partially complete project, however, can feel like crisis mode from the very beginning. If you’re coming in to put out a fire, you may understandably feel tapped out just learning everything and keeping the project afloat.
Read MoreAs a leader on a project, a key part of your role is encouraging creativity and fostering an environment in which it can thrive. In our industry specifically, this often looks like creating space for new ideas to be developed in a way that those ideas can actually be applied. Here are three ways to ensure your team is thinking outside the box.
Read MoreThe pandemic has affected organizations and teams alike, including ours. Leaders have been forced to quickly adapt both their processes and their teams to working remotely and to changing budgets and timelines. While the pandemic’s impact is far from over, some of the permanent changes are already apparent: distributed teams are the status quo, companies are rethinking how teams connect, and many are realizing the necessity of project management software. But despite the challenges, there are a number of positives and opportunities in our industry.
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