Month: April 2021
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The Art of Diplomacy: Building Trust and Collaboration in Crisis
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Okay, picture this: you’ve just been called in to take over a project that’s spiralling out of control. The deadline is looming, the budget is blown, and the team is stressed and demoralised. It’s a classic Program Recovery situation, and your job is to turn things around. Now, you might think that your first priority…
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First Impressions Matter: The Power of “Quick Wins” in Project Recovery
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Imagine you’re a new chef taking over a struggling restaurant. The kitchen is a mess, the staff is demoralised, and the customers are grumbling. What’s the quickest way to turn things around? Whip up a few delicious appetizers, right? Something to tantalise the taste buds and show everyone that things are changing for the better.…
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Managing a virtual or global team can be daunting
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Managing a virtual or global team can be daunting. It’s natural to gravitate towards those who communicate similarly to yourself and to feel more comfortable managing people in close proximity. The challenges multiply when you consider leading a team across continents and time zones, each with their own cultural nuances and communication styles. For example,…
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The Strategic Difference: Program vs. Project Management
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In the realm of IT, “program” and “project” are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion and misaligned expectations. While both are crucial for successful technology implementation, they operate on different levels and serve distinct purposes. Understanding the strategic difference between program and project management is key to effectively driving organizational goals. Project Management: Tactical Execution Think of…