Project Management Insights – Details, episodes & analysis

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.

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!

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

Do you stop listening to other people or think that you have the answer so you don't need to hear what they have to say? Maybe you are living in your 'I Know' mind. Let's talk about why this doesn't help with teamwork and what you might want to do about it.

#Leadership Skills #People Management #Business #Projects

We underestimate the value of good and clear communication on project success. We may think that we're clear and we're not. We may communicate and it isn't nearly enough. Let's dive into why clear communication is THE KEY to successful project delivery.

#Communication #Business #Project Management

What potential problems do you think will occur on your project and how do you monitor them during the life of your project? Potential problems can derail your project. It is a simple process to capture and monitor them when you think it through.

#Problem Solving #Business #Project Management

Is your project off-track? Do you have scope, schedule and budget blow out? In this episode, I walk you through HOW to bring it back on track. It's pretty simple really.

#Projects #Business Success #Project Management

How perfect is your project team? Do you consider that often times they aren't perfect or good enough to do the job for you? Let's look at what it takes to have a perfect project team.

#Projects #Teamwork #Leadership #Business

All praise isn't equal, did you realise that? Why waste your time delivering praise that is not in the form your team member wants? Save yourself time and effort and become aware of how to deliver praise in a way that works for them, as individuals.

#Praise #Leadership #Business #Project Manager

Jim Collins talked about four practices that support a culture where self-motivation flourishes. I want to share these four practices and explain why they are valuable for us to use as Project Leaders. They ultimately lead to more cohesive team teamwork which is a benefit to project delivery.

#Teamwork #Project Management #Leadership #Business #Management