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  • Decision Agility: A Critical Leadership Skill

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    We’ve all been there: a critical project decision stalls, deadlines loom, and frustration mounts as we wait for a leader to make a choice. This all-too-common scenario highlights a crucial leadership competency often overlooked: decision agility. Decision agility is not simply about making quick decisions; it’s about making informed and timely decisions that propel projects forward and empower teams to…

  • The Courage of the Few: Finding Strength in Adversity

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    “If we are marked to die, we are enow To do our country loss; and if to live, The fewer men, the greater share of honour.” These stirring words, spoken by King Henry V on the eve of the Battle of Agincourt, resonate far beyond the bloody fields of medieval France. They speak to a…

  • Taming the Optimism Beast: Realistic Resource Allocation in Project Recovery

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    Okay, let’s be honest, project managers are a naturally optimistic bunch. We tend to see the best in our teams, envisioning them as an army of super-productive geniuses who can juggle ten tasks at once without breaking a sweat. But let’s face it, reality rarely lives up to this idealized image. One of the main…

  • Ensuring Project Success: A Question-Driven Approach

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    To ensure the success of a new program, it’s crucial to take a step back and critically evaluate our current standing. This post outlines a series of key questions designed to act as a diagnostic tool, uncovering potential issues and highlighting areas for optimization. By thoroughly and honestly addressing these questions, we can gain valuable…

  • Empowering the Team: Striking a Balance Between Guidance and Ownership in Project Recovery

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    Okay, so you’re crafting a recovery plan to rescue a project that’s gone astray. Think of this plan as your treasure map, guiding you and your team back to the path of success. But how detailed should this map be? Should it outline every single step, every twist and turn, or just provide a general…

  • Why IT Projects Fail: It’s Not Just About the Tech

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    While technology is often the scapegoat, IT project failures stem from a complex interplay of factors. A past Gartner survey highlighted some key reasons why business users felt IT projects missed the mark: These findings emphasize that technical issues are only one piece of the puzzle.  People and processes are equally critical. Failing to address organizational change,…

  • Conquering the Cloud: 7 Keys to Hyperscaler Cloud Program Success

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    Headline: Is your cloud strategy taking you to new heights or leaving you grounded? Master these 7 keys to unlock the true power of hyperscale cloud. Hyperscale cloud programs are transforming the way businesses operate, offering unprecedented scalability, agility, and innovation. But navigating these complex initiatives requires a strategic roadmap and a keen understanding of the…

  • “Program Recovery” 101

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    Okay, imagine you’re stepping into a project that’s gone sideways. It’s like walking into a room where everyone’s arguing and pointing fingers, and the whole place is a mess. That’s what we call a “Program Recovery” situation. Now, to successfully navigate this chaos, you need more than just technical skills; you need a good dose…

  • Agile Practices for Project Management Professionals

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    Introduction Agile practices empower you and your team to achieve project objectives effectively. Each practice outlines a target outcome and the optimal approach to reach it. These practices involve processes and actions that drive desired results. 1. Learn & Enable Agile introduces a new collaborative work style that impacts leadership, development, and teamwork. Success hinges…

  • The Antidote to “Too Many Cooks”: A Layered Approach to Resource Management

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    Imagine you’re building a complex Lego masterpiece. You wouldn’t just dump all the bricks in a pile and expect everyone to build simultaneously, would you? Chaos would ensue! Instead, you’d break down the construction into smaller, manageable modules, assigning specific tasks to different builders. This concept of modularity is crucial for effective resource management, especially…