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What is a Project Baseline? And Project Baselining?
A new Project Plan needs a Baseline. It's how we keep ourselves honest, as Project Managers. But, what is a Project Baseline? A baseline is the final, approved version of the project plan, its schedule, budget, and scope statement. It is...
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What Goes into a Project Definition?
Projects get a firm foundation with a clear and complete Project Definition. But what does 'complete' mean here? What goes into a Project Definition? In this video, I will describe my long list of Project Definition elements: Purpose 👉...
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Fail Fast: How to Learn from Failure
To become an exceptional Project Manager, you need to learn how to learn from failure. Many years ago, I can upon a helpful phrase: There's no such thing as failure: there's only feedback Suppressing my desire to shout 'of course there's...
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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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Chaos is a Ladder
From time to time, I like to take a quote out of context, and examine what Project Managers can learn from it. 'Chaos is a Ladder' is a great quote to analyze. You may think this one is for Game of Thrones fans. In fact, despite its deep...
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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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What is Value? ...or Project Value?
Value has come right up the Project Management agenda recently, with pride of place in 2021’s 7th edition of the PMBOK guide. But it has always been an important concept. The problem is that defining it is difficult. So, what is Value?...
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How to Manage the Change Control Process
When people want to change the scope, specification, or functionality of your project, what do you do? Do you roll over and say yes to everything, or do you assert yourself firmly by saying no to every request? Of course not. You need to...
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Project Governance 101: A guide to the governance of projects
Projects need to run in a responsible way. And it is the job of Project Governance to ensure that they do. The Project Management Institute - in its 2016 Practice Guide, The Governance of Portfolios, Programs, and Projects - defines...
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What Goes into Being a Project Manager?
Delivering a successful Project is like cooking a great plate of food. So, let’s see the ingredients that go into being a Project Manager. I cover: - Professional Mindset - Core Project Management skills - Business Acumen - Personal...
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What is the Blockchain?
Blockchain is a technology for recording transactions. And, since its first use in 2008 for cryptocurrency, it is emerging as one of the must-have technologies in many industry sectors. Project managers will often be called upon to...
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Program Management 101: Introductory Guide to Program Management
In this Program Management 101, you'll learn what Program Management is, what the main Program Management disciplines are, the Program lifecycle, and my top 7 Program Management principles.
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Project Management Office - PMO 101
In this video, I give a broad introduction to what you need to know about a Project Management Office, or PMO. A PMO is a group that serves the needs of Project Managers and project teams. The most common activities are: • Setting and...
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What is Benefits Management? Project Management in Under 5
We do projects, so we can gain benefits. So, what is Benefits Management?
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What is a Business Case? Project Management in Under 5
Before you get funding and approval for your project, you will first need to produce a Business Case. So, what is a Business Case?
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My Top 10 Project Management Concepts
What are top 10 Project Management concepts? I guess every project manager will have their own idea. Here are mine: 1. Definition What is a Project Definition? • What is a Project Definition? Project... PM Fundamentals: Define Your...
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What is Program Management?
Program Management... For some it's a wholly new discipline: for others, it's a natural growth from Project Management - maybe even 'grown-up' project management. So, what is Program Management? In this video, I'll answer that question....
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Speed up Your Projects: Faster Project Delivery
Do you want to speed up your projects and get faster project delivery? Of course you do. In this video, I'll show you how. How can you speed up delivery of your projects? That's a question I often get asked. Everyone want things sooner....
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AI for Teachers with ChatGPT - Tome with ChatGPT
Discover the power of conversation in this video as we explore how ChatGPT enhances the capabilities of the Tome platform. This clip is from the chapter "Tome" of the series "AI for Teachers with ChatGPT".This section focuses on the Tome...
Healthcare Triage
Zoning Rules Can Keep People in Bad Neighborhoods
We’ve talked about how housing is important for health. We’ve talked about how we can improve access to housing through stimulation of production through the LIHTC. We’ve talked about how we can improve access through vouchers and...
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Symbiosis
When individuals of different species live together in a close and long-term relationship. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science...
Communication Coach Alex Lyon
How to Structure a Persuasive Speech (PART 1)
Learn how to structure a persuasive speech using the classic persuasive speech design in Part 1 of this series. Learn the parts of the introduction, body, and conclusion.
Communication Coach Alex Lyon
How to Structure a Persuasive Speech 3 More Ways (Part 2)
Learn 3 More Ways to Structure a Persuasive Speech. In Part 2, you'll learn important alternative ways to organize the body points of a persuasive presentation you can use to tailor your message to your audience, message, and situation.
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Exploring the Advantages of Cryptocurrencies
Discover the benefits of cryptocurrencies, including their independence from central authorities, potential for high returns, and user anonymity. Learn how decentralized technology is reshaping financial transactions and enabling global...