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  • Winning Hearts and Minds: The Double-Edged Sword of Project Recovery

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    Okay, imagine you’re called in to rescue a failing project. You’re the cavalry, the fixer, the “Program Recovery Manager” with a reputation for turning chaos into order. But here’s the twist: you’re not just fighting a technical battle; you’re fighting a perception battle. Think of it like this: you’re a firefighter rushing into a burning…

  • Unlocking Project Success: 5 Essential Questions for Every Team Member

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    AIMS

    Imagine you’re leading a team on a challenging expedition. You’ve got a diverse group of individuals, each with their own skills and expertise. But to reach your destination, you need to ensure everyone is aligned, motivated, and working together effectively. How do you do that? Well in my experience it all boils down to asking…

  • From Gridlock to Go-Time: Energizing Your Project Recovery with Targeted Action

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    AIMS

    Alright, imagine you’ve got a powerful engine, a finely-tuned machine ready to roar back to life. But there’s one crucial element missing: fuel. Without it, your engine sputters and stalls. In the world of project recovery, that fuel is actionable scheduling. You’ve meticulously crafted your resource tracking spreadsheet, a detailed grid outlining who’s doing what.…

  • Building Bridges: Communication and Strategic Maneuvers in Project Recovery

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    AIMS

    Okay, so you’ve diagnosed the patient and identified the ailments plaguing your troubled project. Now, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and start developing the treatment plan – your project recovery strategy. But before you dive headfirst into Gantt charts and resource allocation, there’s a crucial step you shouldn’t skip: building bridges of communication.…

  • Cultivating Wise ICT Leaders: A Perspective for Project Management and HR

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    AIMS

    This article by Holliday, Statler, and Flanders (2007) presents a compelling argument for cultivating “practical wisdom” in ICT leaders, offering valuable insights for both senior project managers and HR professionals. In today’s complex and rapidly evolving technological landscape, leaders need more than just technical expertise; they need the wisdom to navigate ambiguity, balance competing demands,…

  • Knowing Thyself: The Key to Project Management Success

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    AIMS

    The ancient Greek aphorism, “Know thyself,” inscribed on the Temple of Apollo at Delphi, holds profound wisdom for project managers in the modern world. It’s not just about understanding your strengths and weaknesses, but also about actively seeking feedback and understanding the values of those around you. This self-awareness is the foundation upon which successful…

  • Igniting the Spark: Crafting a Recovery Plan that Inspires Belief

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    AIMS

    “To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe.” Wise words from Anatole France, and they ring especially true when it comes to rescuing a troubled project. You can have the most technically brilliant recovery plan in the world, but if your team doesn’t believe in…

  • Leading with Emotional Intelligence in ICT: My Personal Journey

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    AIMS

    Goleman, Boyatzis, and McKee’s “Primal Leadership” has truly resonated with me and how I approach leading my ICT projects. It’s given me a framework for understanding how my emotions and actions directly impact my team’s performance and the project’s success. Here’s how I’m applying their insights: Emotional Contagion and Resonance: I’ve become acutely aware of…

  • Building Trust, Not Blame: The Foundation of Successful Project Recovery

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    AIMS

    Imagine walking into a project that’s in crisis mode. Deadlines are whooshing past, the budget is hemorrhaging, and the team is a mix of stressed, defensive, and finger-pointing. As the Program Recovery Manager, your instinct might be to crack the whip, find the culprits, and demand accountability. But hold on! There’s a more effective, and…

  • Want to become an IT Project Manager and not sure where to begin? Let’s explore this exciting career path!

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    AIMS

    Stepping into the World of IT Project Management This journey starts with understanding the landscape. What does an IT Project Manager actually do in the Australian context? Think of them as the conductor of an orchestra, bringing together diverse technical experts – developers, analysts, and testers – to achieve a shared goal, like implementing a…