People often ask what project management books and tools I can recommend. So, rather than listing all possible solutions, I picked only one best item in each category. Here we go... Top Project Management Tool I Recommend I've used many project management tools and the best one is ClickUp. There … [Read more...]
Project Management Tips and Tricks
The latest articles on project management that go beyond one knowledge area. Topics vary from Google's approach to people management to my tools, books, and resources.My 4 Lessons Learned in Project Management in 2018
How to grow professionally as a project manager? You collect lessons learned. Then, you act upon them to make the next project better. To boost the process, every project manager in the company should share lessons learned with others. It multiplies the benefits. In this article, I’m … [Read more...]
Delphi Technique In Project Management (How to + Example)
Talked with the client yesterday. He asked me to look into a new technology on iOS called "layers". He wanted to see if we can leverage it. I had no idea what was that. For sure, I could open a developer’s documentation and try to read it. But that is not what a project manager … [Read more...]
5 Actionable TED Talks for Project Managers I Recommend
TED talks for project managers? I can list dozens! They would all make a perfect sense. Why? The role of a PM is that much diversified. In this article, I want to share my top five TED Talks any project manager should watch. (In fact, I hope you will find time to watch at least one or … [Read more...]
Interview with Leigh Espy from ProjectBliss.com
Last week I was in the US and met Leigh Espy from ProjectBliss.net. You know, I suggested Leigh, her blog, and her book several times already. I couldn't miss the opportunity to meet her in-person. Several messages, more hours of driving and here we … [Read more...]
Secret Tips for Delivering Project On-Time and Within Budget
Delivering project on-time and within budget is the ultimate goal for many project managers. However, when you look at it, this goal is unachievable. The thing is managers believe that the secret is in specific tricks, tools, or “experience.” That is wrong! To deliver a project within budget … [Read more...]
How To Prepare For PMP Exam With Confidence
I know, passing PMP Exam is difficult. It requires a tremendous amount of efforts. The endeavour itself looks overwhelming. Should it be that way? I can tell for sure. There is a way to make it easier. You just need a proven preparation plan. A roadmap that you can commit to and track … [Read more...]
How to Grow When Project Management is not Appreciated
You may legitimately state that: “My project management has nothing in common with anything from PMBOK® Guide”. Many companies use projects to structure the work. However, they do not really understand the benefits of project management. Nevertheless, projects are done successfully there. So, is … [Read more...]
Truth About Benefits of PMP Certification
PMI PMP is one of the most popular certifications in the project management profession. Nevertheless, you may have wrong expectations for it. Many see it as a booster to their salary and job offers. But the real benefits are different. https://www.youtube.com/embed/KfDhN-vaIQQ I also had the … [Read more...]
5 Valuable Project Management Blogs I Suggest to Follow
How can you extend your knowledge on a daily basis? By reading project management blogs. Though, not all of them are equally useful. Therefore, I prepared a list of blogs I can suggest you to read. Why would I advise you to spend time reading blogs rather that a solid book on project management? … [Read more...]
