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LinkedIn discussions

I like to get involved in LinkedIn discussions. I like a bit of controversy, not the kind that gets personal but a good healthy discussion. LinkedIn discussions are a good way to see what’s going on in the ‘world’ you join there.

Here are some conversations you might want to jump in on if you are PM. Continue reading

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Writing Articles for increased visibility

Hi, the great thing about the Internet is that access to everything is easy. The not so great thing about the Internet is – you guessed it – access to everything is easy. The key is put out useful information, products or services and then to get the right people to pay attention to what you have put out there. Continue reading

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Project Management blogs

Hi, all. This week is a short post. I often go looking for other people’s PM blogs to get inspiration for mine, some specialist information, or some insight into what people are talking about in project management. Continue reading

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Earning PDUs – Free

Hi, those of us with our PMP designation know the PDU stress. Some leave it to the last minute, some gather PDUs over their three year cycle. But, what ever approach you use, you can have a choice of paying for them in money or time. Continue reading

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Contractor or Consultant

I’ve been giving some thought this week to the idea of developing and deepening project management skills in an organization. During the latest cycle of downsizing, a number of companies questioned why they needed dedicated project managers. They asked, “why can’t my department managers do that job?” Continue reading

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Project Management Office – why do I need one?

Most organizations that have a history of project management find themselves all over the success range from Fabulous Success to Spectacular Failure. This variety of outcomes is often the trigger for the executive to start on the PMO path. Continue reading

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Does it matter what project methodology you use?

Really methodology is the process of moving from start to finish in a project. The right methodology helps you to communicate where you are in your project, what is coming, what needs to be dealt with, and what is going really well. Continue reading

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What’s the buzz about certification?

I’ve seen lots of postings on LinkedIn, and heard lots of arguments around the question of certification. I have to admit, I’m confused by the whole controversy. Certification isn’t a magic bullet, nor is it the political nicety that people seem to think it is Continue reading

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