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  • Unlocking Clarity: A Guide to Effective Leadership Communication

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    Tired of leaving your team members lost in a fog of ambiguity? Transform your leadership with these clear communication strategies. Imagine this: You’ve just stepped out of a meeting with your boss, Sarah. She’s enthusiastically outlined a new project, but you’re left with more questions than answers. What exactly needs to be done? Who’s responsible?…

  • Winning by Inches: The Power of Miniature Milestones in Project Recovery

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    Imagine you’re coaching a football team that’s losing badly. Would you wait until half-time to make adjustments, or would you call a time-out and make changes on the fly? In project recovery, waiting for major milestones to course-correct can be disastrous. That’s where the magic of “miniature milestones” comes in. Think of miniature milestones as…

  • Don’t Forget Your Keys! The Undervalued Power of Admin in Project Recovery

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    AIMS

    Okay, imagine this: you’re a seasoned Program Recovery Manager, parachuting into a troubled project. You’re ready to roll up your sleeves, rally the troops, and steer the project back on course. But there’s a catch: you can’t get into the building because your security pass hasn’t been issued. You have no desk, no phone, no…

  • The Department of Education’s Digital Leap: A Pragmatic Agile Journey

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    AIMS

    The Department of Education embarked on an ambitious project to modernize its ageing student management system, aiming to improve efficiency, enhance data accessibility, and streamline processes for educators and administrators across the state. Adopting an agile methodology seemed like the ideal approach, promising flexibility and rapid iteration to meet evolving needs.    Early Challenges However, the project…

  • A structured Program Recovery approach

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    AIMS

    In today’s fast-paced project environments, programs can sometimes fall into critical situations, resulting in budget overruns, missed deadlines, or unmet client expectations. A structured Program Recovery approach is essential to restore stability, regain stakeholder confidence, and deliver results. This Program Recovery methodology provides a clear, step-by-step process for identifying, addressing, and resolving issues in struggling…

  • Winning Hearts and Minds: A Strategic Approach to Stakeholder Management

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    AIMS

    Okay, imagine you’re leading a project with a complex web of stakeholders – clients, executives, team members, even government agencies. Each has their own interests, opinions, and levels of influence. Navigating this landscape can feel like walking a tightrope, but with a strategic approach to stakeholder management, you can turn these potential adversaries into allies.…

  • Project Triage: Diagnosing and Prioritising Problems for Effective Recovery

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    AIMS

    Imagine you’re an emergency room doctor faced with a rush of patients after a major incident. You need to quickly assess each patient, determine the severity of their injuries, and prioritise treatment based on urgency. This process is called triage, and it’s a critical skill in any emergency situation. Now, let’s apply this concept to…

  • I did this 1 thing to become a more effective ICT project leader, and it changed everything.

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    AIMS

    I used to think leadership was about technical expertise and giving orders. But after years of leading ICT projects, I realized something was missing. My teams weren’t reaching their full potential, and I felt a disconnect between myself and my team members. Then, I discovered the power of emotional intelligence. This one shift in focus…

  • Passing the Baton: A Smooth Transition for New Project Managers

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    AIMS

    Ever felt like you’re jumping onto a moving train when starting a new project? That’s often the case when you take over an existing project. There’s a team already in place, work is underway, and you need to get up to speed quickly. This transition period is crucial, and navigating it smoothly can set you…

  • Keeping Your Eyes on the Prize: Aligning Project Recovery with Strategic Vision

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    AIMS

    Alright, imagine you’re leading a team on a cross-country road trip. You’ve got a detailed map, a reliable vehicle, and a motivated crew. But what if, halfway through the journey, you realize you’re heading in the wrong direction? What if the destination you’re aiming for no longer aligns with the purpose of your trip? That’s…