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6 years ago 10:28

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You may not think about the people around you, or that you know who could help you solve any major problem on your project that you haven't faced before. People like another Senior Project Manager, for example; or a Project Coach. Consider the people that you know who could support you at one of these times and connect with them, so if you need their help and support they will be ready and willing to help.

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How Do You Solve Your Project Problems?

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published 6 years ago

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The Difference Between a Business Plan and a Business Case 10:23

4 years ago10:23

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People often confuse a Business Plan with a Business Case. Let me explain the difference in these two documents and remember that you need a business case as the foundation for ANY project that you want to undertake. If you don't know how to write a business case grab a copy of my book ' How To Write a Strong Business Case ' it has a step by step process to follow to write one, including a bunch of tips.…

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Is a Change In BAU a Project? 14:32

4 years ago14:32

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Is a change in BAU a project was a question that I was asked via my website some time ago. It's a topic I have a strong opinion about, and in this episode, I am going to explain why my answer to that question is Yes!

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More On Remote Team Management 16:11

4 years ago16:11

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Back on November 27, 2018, I recorded an episode on Remote Team Management . Go back and have a listen to that episode to gain some valuable tips. Little did we realize at that time how remote work was going to change. In this episode, I touch on how to motivate your remote time now, and the keys to getting the best from them whilst they are working from home at this time.…

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What To Do If a Critical Risk Materializes 14:01

4 years ago14:01

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Don't panic! :) The reason I want to talk to you about this topic is that it could happen on your project and what I want is for you to feel confident in your ability to manage it if it does. Here is my list of six things that you need to do when your critical risk materializes.

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Ways To Manage Feeling Ignorant 11:08

4 years ago11:08

11:08

You probably realize there are things you don't know. And, maybe you don't. It is not fun when you are in a situation where all of sudden what you don't know surfaces. Here are a couple of ways of handling those situations so you feel more confident and let like to be ignorant.

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How Many Red Groups Do You Have On Your Project Team 11:00

4 years ago11:00

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I want you to draw yourself a map of the groups that you will need to engage with for your project. Then consider, in terms of delivery, is each group green, red or amber (orange). This will help you determine where to focus your time and energy in order to get the delivery you want. It's a different way of leading a project. #smallprojects #projectmanagement #business…

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How Your Business Is Wasting Money on Projects ? 11:59

4 years ago11:59

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Here are four ways that money is being wasted on a project and most lead back to that problem of not having a clearly defined business case or requirements. Of course, I am going to say that, because as you know they are key to projects being successfully delivered.

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Stop Managing and Start Leading Your Team - Shift Your Focus 9:34

4 years ago9:34

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Where you focus your attention is the difference between managing and leading. If you want to be a leader it is time to look up and trust, delegate and to work with your team to deliver your project. Take stock of how you operate and lead to succeed in 2021.

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How To Set Your Project Team Up For Success In 2021 12:24

4 years ago12:24

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Start 2021 with a project review to health check where you are at on your project journey. Then take the time to revive team spirit and get everyone excited and back on track with what you are wanting to achieve. This is an important step after this holiday period. Doing these things will only add to the likelihood of your project success.…

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4 Reasons Why You Need a Meeting Agenda 9:46

5 years ago9:46

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We often see meeting agenda's as a waste of time. Here are four reasons why one is valuable and it's not for the reasons that you probably think. Let me know which reason you will find most valuable for you. #Meetings #Business #Project Management

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Ways To Keep a Key Resource On Your Project 10:36

5 years ago10:36

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We don't acknowledge and appreciate our key resources enough, in my opinion. We only appreciate them when they are gone, or not they're working on our project any more. Let's explore ways to work so that we can mitigate what happens when/if our key resource moves on or leaves the project. #Projects #Business…

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4 Keys To a Successful Project Kickoff Meeting 10:29

5 years ago10:29

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Firstly I want to ask you if you currently run a Project Kickoff Meeting? If you don't then here are the reasons why it's valuable to do so. If you do, then fantastic, here are four ways to make sure that your kickoff meetings are as successful as you want your project to be. #Project Management #Projects #Business…

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A Project Is A Business Risk 8:09

5 years ago8:09

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Have you considered that undertaking ANY project is a big risk to the project and therefore what you do, as a Project Manager, is business risk mitigation? I'm guessing not. Yet it is very important that you think about your project that way and do what is necessary to mitigate the risk and deliver successful outcomes for the business.…

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Do You Have the Right Amount Of Conflict On Your Project? 9:04

5 years ago9:04

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Did you know there is a 'right' amount of conflict to have on a team to make it work effectively? Too much and it doesn't work. Too little and there's no team cohesion either. Let's talk about what is the right amount and the impact of that. #ProjectManagement #Projects #Business #Leadership

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Are You Setting Your Project Up For Success? 11:13

5 years ago11:13