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What are Project Benefits?
Project benefits are the reason we do projects. Deliverables are only of any use to the extent that they also realize benefits. Benefits are measurable improvements that are the outcome of a change your project creates and which your...
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To Be in the Majority | Bite Sized Project Management Thought from G H Hardy
The exceptional early 20th Century mathematician, GH Hardy, said 'It is not worth an intelligent man’s time to be in the majority. By definition, there are already enough people to do that.' In this short, bite-size video, I reflect on...
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What is Configuration Management?
When we refer to the configuration of a system, we mean the technical description of a system and how its component parts inter-connect. So, what is Configuration Management? We define Configuration Management in our free PM Glossary:...
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The Basics of Scope Management: How to Manage Scope
In this video, I discuss the principles of Scope Management and offer you some practical advice on how to manage scope. Three main arenas of Scope Management 1. Establish Scope (Scoping) - Collect requirements - Negotiate and prioritize...
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Vendor Management: How to Work with Vendors
Vendor Management is the process of working with vendors to get the things you need for your project, when you need them, to the specifications you need, and at a fair price. So, how can you work with your project’s vendors, to achieve...
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What is a Product Backlog and What is a Sprint Backlog?
My dictionary tells me that a backlog is an accumulation of uncompleted work or matters needing to be dealt with. In this video, I want to answer the questions What is a Product Backlog, and What is a Sprint Backlog? A Backlog is a list...
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Agile 101: How to do a Basic Agile Project
For all you traditional, predictive project managers out there, who are wondering: how to do an agile project, I am going to answer that question, in this video. There is no single way to do an agile project. There are many methodologies...
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What is Yokoten? Best Practice Sharing
I have to admit to a certain fascination with Japanese management methods. Here’s another one, that is not as well known: Yokoten. There’s a great way I learn and remember stuff. By sharing the new idea with others as soon as I can....
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How to do a Gemba Walk
In an earlier video, I answered the question, ‘What is Going to the Gemba?’ In this video, I summarize that one and go deeper into how to do a Gemba Walk. Gemba is a Japanese term that means ‘actual place’. ‘Going to the gemba’ means...
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How to Create a Project Schedule - 21 Steps in 5 Stages
In this video, I will take you through 5 stages and 21 steps for creating a Project Schedule. Stage 1: Schedule Framework Start by getting all the core time-related data into your plan. Stage 2: Task Framework Now introduce what you need...
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What's the Difference between PMP & PRINCE2?
PMI’s Project Management Professional – or PMP – and PRINCE2 are two of the most sought-after project management certifications. But what are the differences and how do you choose? PMP stands for Project Management Professional. It is...
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Could You Just...' How to STOP Scope Creep
There are three words that Project Managers fear above all others: ‘Could you just…’ These words mean one thing: someone is trying to squeeze their priorities into your project. And they want to use your budget, your resources, and your...
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Project Management in a Nutshell: Close Your Project
What are the Essential Disciplines for Closing your Project? In this video, Mike Clayton will show you how to close your project, and the seven most important disciplines you will need, to close it in an orderly way. This video is the...
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What is a RACI Chart? Project Management in Under 5
RACI Charts are rightly one of a Project Manager's favourite tools. So what is a RACI Chart, and how does it relate to a Linear Responsibility Chart (LRC)?
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What is NLP - Neuro Linguistic Programming?
If you work as a project manager or in projects for any length of time, you'll come across the term 'NLP'. So what is this NLP? What does it stand for?
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What are Project Objectives? Project Management in Under 5
Project objectives are a core part of your project definition. They are vital. So, what are project objectives?
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What are OKRs? Project Management in Under 5
OKRs - just another three-letter acronym. It stands for Objectives and Key Results. So, now you know. But, what are OKRs?
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What is a Project Definition? Project Management in Under 5
The first stage of a formal project methodology is Project Definition. So, what is a Project Definition?
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Project Management in Under 5: What is a Gantt Chart?
The Gantt Chart is pretty much the poster-child for Project Management. When most people think of project management, it's a Gantt Chart they see in their mind's eye. So, what is a Gantt Chart? ...and who invented it?
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What is Issue Management? Project Management in Under 5
Issues arise all the time on projects. So, what is Issue Management?
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What are Task Dependencies in Project Management?
When you are planning and scheduling your project, there will be some sequences of activities that you need to respect. They are generated by task dependencies. So, what are Task Dependencies in Project Management?
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Dull Projects are the Best: Three Reasons Why
I love Dull Projects. Dull is good. So is boring... and drab. But WHY do I say this? Why do I think dull projects are the best? I have good reasons and, in this short video, I'll share them with you. By the way: at the end, I conclude...
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Where do Ideas Come From? 5 Ways to Get Creative
Where do ideas come from? Creativity and innovation are a little mysterious. But they are important for anyone who works on a project management environment. So, in this video, I will share my thoughts on where ideas come from. And I'll...
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Key Project Management Deliverables: The Documentation You Really Need
Running any project means creating a whole set of project management deliverables. These are the project documentation deliverables that you need, so you can control your project, manage it efficiently, and deliver it in an accountable...