Here you can find three definitions of project management – from APM, PMI and PRINCE2. The PMI Definition of project management is: The application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project […]
What is Project Management? Three Definitions from PMI, APM and PRINCE2
The Lesson Learned Habit – Part 2
The Lessons Learned Habit – Part 2. You know you’re supposed to capture lessons learned throughout your projects, but what’s the point if you and your peers never revisit them and learn […]
The Lesson Learned Habit – Part 1
The Lessons Learned Habit – Part 1. Everyone knows they’re meant to capture lessons throughout the project. As as you’re busy with higher priority activities, you never really get a chance. Then […]
What is a Project? 3 Definitions from PMI, APM and PRINCE2
Find below the PMI, APM and PRINCE2 definitions of a project. They’re practically the same, but we’re being thorough. I’ve met too many project managers that can’t define what a project is […]
Inspired by Creators onto YouTube
It wasn’t the lockdown that started my journey to creating a YouTube channel, but there was a doctor involved very early on. Pre-lockdown I was already trying to boost my productivity. I’d […]
Influential PMO has Launched on YouTube!
Hi all. Exciting news, that I wanted to share. The Influential PMO site now has a YouTube channel. The site can be found here! I’m trying to publish content on at least […]
Project Estimations and Parkinson’s Law
“How many more could be done?” I wondered. The figures were dancing around in my head, and I didn’t need to start drawing a chart to see a massive improvement in productivity […]
Damaged…but Redeemable?
“We can rebuild him; we have the technology.” “Damaged?” I gasped, “He said I was damaged?” I’ve been called all sorts of things over the years, some of them justified – some […]
Get Out Before You Ruin Your Reputation!
“I’ve given my notice,” my colleague announced. “Great,” I replied. I’d seen this coming. “Where you going?” “Nowhere.” No, I hadn’t seen this coming. “You’re leaving, but not for another job?” “Correct.” […]
Governance – There’s More Than One Way to Look at It
“Governance is not just arranging meetings,” stated the CEO. I sat silently for a moment on the conference call, stung by the insult. What should I say? ‘Duh, I know!!’ Only if […]
