Month: March 2021
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Guidance for Project Management Professionals: Effective Communication Through Writing
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In today’s world, writing is an essential leadership skill. As projects become increasingly complex and teams more dispersed, the ability to communicate effectively in writing is paramount. Leaders who can clearly articulate their vision, goals, and expectations in writing build credibility and inspire their teams. Consider this scenario: A newly promoted project manager, leading a…
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Prevention is Key: Proactive Measures to Avoid Troubled Projects
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In the world of project management, we know that prevention is far better than cure. Troubled projects drain resources, damage reputations, and can even impact future business. While some challenges are unavoidable, many can be mitigated with proactive planning and execution. Here’s how: 1. Crystal Clear Communication: 2. Robust Risk Management: 3. Realistic Planning: 4.…
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A Pragmatic Methodology for Project Recovery
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This methodology outlines a structured approach to recovering troubled projects, born from real-world experience and refined through collective wisdom. It’s designed to be a practical guide for Program Recovery Managers, providing a comprehensive framework while allowing for flexibility and adaptation to unique situations. Having been assigned as Recovery Manager on numerous programmes myself, I can…