Productivity

There’s an “it” factor that some people have for a role. You’ll hear words like “natural,” “born project manager,” or “s/he has the it factor” thrown around. But they’re not true. There are skills and talents that go into seeming like a natural, and anyone can develop them with some …

Every project goes through stages between its conception and its completion. What the stages of project management are, though, is open to interpretation. But have no fear. We here at PMOTalk have the definitive guide to knowing exactly what those stages are, with strategies galore to help you. Week One: …

Kanban boards took the world by storm, twice. The first time, Kanban conquered the manufacturing and professional worlds, as people sought to copy Toyota’s stunning supply line efficiency. The methodology is powerful, allows for self organization, and is far more responsive to the business environment than traditional top down planning …

Today’s world has so many distractions. You have five minutes in between tasks, and quickly (and surreptitiously) pull up YouTube…only to wonder afterwards where the last 45 minutes have gone. Now you’re off track, you feel bad, and you’re pressured. How do you stay focused on what needs to be …

Half the battle to being successful is avoiding common mistakes. Making mistakes is a good thing – providing they can teach you something new and refine your approach. As Thomas Edison famously put it, “I have not failed. I have just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” That is one …

Today, projects are no longer limited to a group of members that are working in the same area. With the technology we have now, projects can be worked on remotely. Project managers can supervise their team from anywhere in the globe! However, with all these advantages are the project management …

In any kind of business, tools such as project management software are useful – and often very necessary! However, the kind of software or tool that will be most effective usually depends on the kind of business that you have. You have to consider the needs, budget, and size of …

When it comes to new ideas and fresh ways of thinking, Ted Talks are a great source of those. If you are a project manager, then you should definitely check out Ted Talks for project managers. You will learn about ways to improve your productivity, how to manage your team, …

When you can make sure that your team members are happy with their work environment and with their jobs, you can expect that they will produce high-quality output as well. Nothing kills productivity more than a miserable workspace and unfulfilling job. So, the big question now is how do you …

The kickoff meeting of your project is the start of an exciting adventure. As a project manager, you will be leading your team forward with the vision of achieving the goals you have set for the project. To help you get started with your project’s kickoff meeting, here are some …