I have had several requests to outline how to create a bid management process. This article will take you through the main steps of putting into place such a process. You can adjust this process depending on the context of your organization. I have assumed that we are putting into place a bid management process […]

Project management can seem overwhelming. However, if you follow the steps outlined in this article, you’ll understand that a project typically must be defined, planned, monitored & closed. Also, there is a lot of common sense that goes into successfully managing a project. Defining & understanding your project Scope, requirements, specifications, definitions, objectives To understand […]

Stakeholder Analysis is the first step in the Stakeholder Management process. In this article, we’ll define what a stakeholder is, how to identify your stakeholders, and the process you can use to map and analyze the stakeholders in your project. What is a Project Stakeholder? Let’s begin by defining what a stake holder is. The […]

A team member challenges you about changes you’ve made to the project’s reporting templates, schedule and RACI matrix. How do you respond to this situation? Disagreements and conflicts are normal in any project. This situation requires patience, listening skills and other leadership skills. I would: Calm down as it is counterproductive to discuss when your […]

Map It Out: This step is about understanding your current project management process from start to finish. Visualizing your process can make it easier to identify what’s working, what isn’t, and where there might be room for improvement. To map out your process, you’ll need to document each stage of a project’s life cycle. Depending […]

Starting with the obvious, most people, project managers included, view planning as a tedious, less-than-thrilling endeavor. There’s a common temptation among teams to dive right in, get hands-on, and begin the actual work of the project. This rush into action often wins the favor of senior management, as they can immediately see things happening. However, […]

Enter your text here… Looking to demotivate and confuse your software project team? Look no further. You may wonder, why such a provoking article? Simply put, understanding what not to do paves the way for improvement. Here are the top 20 ways to completely demotivate and confuse your team. Take it lightly and share your […]

Tell me about yourself Start with your current role: Describe your current position and your main responsibilities. Discuss your past experiences: Focus on relevant experiences that relate to the position you’re applying for. Share your future goals: Talk about the type of work you’re excited to do next and why this role interests you. Alternatively, […]

Let me begin by stating the obvious – most people (including project managers!) find planning fastidious and unexciting. You and your team might be highly tempted to roll up their sleeves, get their hands dirty and start delivering the project. And senior management gets delighted because they see action happening. However, if you are not […]